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Photo of Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA
2121 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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63 reviews
9.6
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63 reviews
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Our experience with all levels of staff have been wonderful. Everyone is very caring and really has my brother's best interest in mind.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of The Gardens at Fair Oaks
3333 Photos available
8.5
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7 reviews
8.5
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7 reviews
5 star
62%
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Beautiful, spacious rooms in a gorgeous setting! Staff is courteous and helpful. Dining is amazing in quality and variety. Amenities and activities are plentiful and fun! This is a wonderful place to live...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
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48 reviews
9.8
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48 reviews
5 star
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For us, and what we like the most about the community is the proximity to our home, and their acceptance of family visiting. My wife is able to visit her mother daily and even participate in their...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise at Hunter Mill has been ranked as one of the top communities in 2013 on SeniorAdvisor.com, the premier online ratings and reviews site for senior living communities nationwide. The SeniorAdvisor 2013 Excellence Award recognizes senior living communities who receive consistently high...
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9.6
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18 reviews
9.6
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18 reviews
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My mother would prefer for the good Lord to take her, so she does not use her call button the way she should — which has resulted in several falls. Because of that, the staff put her in a higher tier of care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A Vibrant and Engaging CommunitySpecialized design and décor that promotes comfort and safety—consistent with the area’s architectural character.Programs and events calendar that encourages each resident to Live With Purpose™ every day.You’ll enjoy cuisine tailored to your tastes and...
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77 Photos available
9.6
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18 reviews
9.6
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18 reviews
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My mother would prefer for the good Lord to take her, so she does not use her call button the way she should — which has resulted in several falls. Because of that, the staff put her in a higher tier of care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A Vibrant and Engaging CommunitySpecialized design and décor that promotes comfort and safety—consistent with the area’s architectural character.Programs and events calendar that encourages each resident to Live With Purpose™ every day.You’ll enjoy cuisine tailored to your tastes and...
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1212 Photos available
9.5
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101 reviews
9.5
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101 reviews
5 star
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About Sommerset ..... we moved in in [time frame removed] later property was sold, food, maid service, bus service were all no longer provided! We had been very happy there....residents were happy. I have...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sommerset is a rental retirement community for, independent senior adults. Our residents enjoy the independence they are accustomed to along with the security of knowing our community is staffed 24-hours a day. Choose from our spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments each with their own balcony or...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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24 reviews
9.8
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24 reviews
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My dad was living independently until he fell, and we were all concerned about what he would be like during and after the process of moving him into assisted living. Fox Hill was the only place we felt...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise at Fox Hill is Sunrise Senior Living's premier community! With easy access to Washington, DC and northern Virginia, our residents and families love our location which is just minutes from downtown Bethesda's exciting shops, restaurants and cultural activities. Fox Hill Assisted Living...
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1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.8
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42 reviews
9.8
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42 reviews
5 star
47%
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I thought the staff was nice and willing to do anything we had asked. The problem is we had to ask way too much about basic things for the money. When we moved my father out we realized there were alot of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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1212 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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107 reviews
9.2
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107 reviews
5 star
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Heatherwood is has been a wonderful experience for my father. He's very happy there. He really likes the staff, outings and the activities. The staff is attentive, listens, treats residents with respect and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience Senior Care at HeatherwoodNestled in a charming residential setting in Burke, Virginia, Heatherwood stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from D.C., our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, premier retirement community, and...
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2424 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.4
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27 reviews
9.4
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27 reviews
5 star
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We like that our loved one has made friends there and we would recommend Sunrise Braddock Glen to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Braddock Glen in Fairfax, Virginia is a warm and friendly low-cost assisted living community where every resident receives personalized assistance, supportive services, and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, community setting from long-tenured team members. We are...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fairfax
1717 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.3
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18 reviews
9.3
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18 reviews
5 star
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I would definitely recommend Sunrise. The office staff are caring, helpful, and knowledgeable. They were wonderful with my husband and very attentive and friendly with me. We felt so comfortable there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Holiday The Fairmont
1818 Photos available
1717 Floor plans available
8.8
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84 reviews
8.8
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84 reviews
5 star
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They are short handed right now. Today, I sent a(representative for moms place ) a couple place to look at. My mom needs more assisted they can give her. The people, atmosphere, and the price is why we chose...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Fairmont provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated within a quiet, residential neighborhood of historic Manassas, you'll love the beauty of our grounds and buildings while enjoying the convenience of being close to the nation's capital. Shopping,...
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1313 Photos available
9.6
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10 reviews
9.6
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10 reviews
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We interviewed 5 places and none stood the test of excellence like The Providence at Fairfax. The entire staff excels in every phase of care, kindness and happiness. They obviously like their jobs as it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
With no large entry fee, The Providence offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in the heart of Fairfax, Virginia. The Providence features a warm and nurturing holistic approach to senior living that ensures residents thrive, with a portfolio of amenities and experiences as vibrant and distinctive...
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1515 Photos available
9.5
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3 reviews
9.5
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The Residence at Colvin Run (RCR) in Great Falls, VA is a first-rate assisted living and memory care community that exceeded all our expectations. We were desperate to find a place for an elderly family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Residence at Colvin Run is a brand-new, state-of-the-art senior living community located in the heart of Great Falls Virginia. Our cottage style design creates a warm, cozy and inviting environment for residents to call home. Our community features infection control technology that includes...
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Photo of Harmony at Chantilly
66 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.4
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47 reviews
9.4
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47 reviews
5 star
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All are 5's except the food. We have a shortage of cooks and wait staff currently. Service is slow and and sometimes orders get delayed. Food is average and limited in variety. I would rate food and service...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Harmony at ChantillyIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Herndon, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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11 Photo available
8.8
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50 reviews
8.8
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50 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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The admitting staff was great about moving our family member out of the hospital and into memory care. There was some trouble with communication about what services would be provided once he arrived at Tall...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For over 20 years, Tall Oaks At Reston has provided exceptional assisted living services to residents of the Northern Virginia area. Our staff's longevity and reputation is unsurpassed, bringing peace of mind to both residents and their families. The goal of Tall Oaks At Reston has always been to...
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Photo of Sunrise at Silas Burke House
1414 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.8
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28 reviews
8.8
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28 reviews
5 star
67%
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The campus is extremely well laid out for accessibility and everyday living. It is cheerfully appointed and clean. The staff is very professional, highly competent, and friendly. [name removed] and [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Sunrise of McLean
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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15 reviews
9.0
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15 reviews
5 star
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The only problem I have had was some miscommunication. When matters I was confused about were brought to the attention of the pertinent parties/department, they were immediately addressed so I could...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Paramount Senior Living at Manassas
99 Photos available
9.4
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66 reviews
9.4
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66 reviews
5 star
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My thoughts on Paramount after having my brother as a resident for[time frame removed]: I would rate them a strong 4 out of 5. All the people are caring and friendly, and I particularly like most of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Paramount Senior Living at Manassas is a premiere assisted living community in Manassas, Virginia. Our campus, which is set on six acres, is just a short drive from Washington D.C. and near downtown Manassas, a local shopping mall and an abundance of restaurants. Manassas is a quiet and peaceful...
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Photo of The Kensington Reston
22 Photos available
8.5
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7 reviews
8.5
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7 reviews
5 star
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My husband rebounded from 2-person assist to independence! It is expensive, but caring for a 2-person assist resident takes a lot of work.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Hunters Woods at Trails Edge
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9.5
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17 reviews
9.5
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17 reviews
5 star
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The staff is very friendly and the place is clean. What they can improve on would be to put more effort and structure into their operations. The food is inconsistent, a lot is fried or drenched in butter so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hunters Woods at Trails Edge is the perfect retirement community for vibrant living and an active lifestyle. It is a state of the art retirement community nestled in a tranquil wooded setting right next to the convenience of the Turquoise Nature Trail, Reston Town Center, and Reston Community...
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Photo of The Virginian
88 Photos available
9.1
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22 reviews
9.1
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22 reviews
5 star
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My fiancé was at Inova Hospital and needed to go into an independent living situation for reasons too complicated to say here. Last minute and without an appointment, [name removed] showed me a beautiful 2...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Virginian is full service retirement community located on 32 secluded and wooded acres in the heart of Fairfax, VA. and is managed by Life Care Services. A long driveway right off of Arlington Blvd. leads you away from the hustle and bustle of crowded Northern Virginia life to the five-floor...
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I'm late in writing this review but I drove by the other day. My mom spent a short fee months here when my dad had a heart attack. It was during covd which was annoying but place is great and very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
This community, located in Annandale, VA, serves seniors and their families in and around the metropolitan Washington D.C. area. Brightview Woodburn features residential apartments and offers personalized care services for seniors who need help with the activities of daily living.Brightview...
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8.0
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8 reviews
8.0
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My parents needed a place to age gracefully after staying with us for over two years, we began our search for the perfect senior living facility. Many of the places we visited were quite large and somewhat...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brightview Great FallsGreat Falls, Fairfax County, Virginia, is located right next to a scenic National Park, providing residents of Brightview Great Falls assisted living community with abundant natural beauty in a historical setting. Named for the Great Falls of the Potomac River, this...
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77 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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6 reviews
9.2
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6 reviews
5 star
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas is located on a beautifully-landscaped estate in historic Old Town Manassas, Virginia. You’ll feel like you’ve come home. Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas offers the conveniences and comforts of home with a personalized level of care and assistance...
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Cost of independent living in Fair Oaks, VA

The average cost of senior living in Fair Oaks is $4,978 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Church, VA with an average of $4,643 per month.

Independent living costs in Fair Oaks, VA, vs. nearby cities

Fair Oaks, VA
$4,978/mo

Independent living costs in Fair Oaks, VA, vs. state and national averages

Fair Oaks, VA
$4,978/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Fair Oaks, VA, vs. other senior living options

$6,997/mo
Independent Living
$4,978/mo

Independent living costs in Fair Oaks, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,762/mo
Studio
$7,261/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,465/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,365/mo

Senior living costs in Fair Oaks vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Fair Oaks, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFair Oaks, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,978/mo$4,346/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$6,230/mo$5,204/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$6,997/mo$5,207/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Fair Oaks, VA:$4,978/mo
Virginia:$4,346/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Fair Oaks, VA:$6,230/mo
Virginia:$5,204/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Fair Oaks, VA:$6,997/mo
Virginia:$5,207/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Fair Oaks

Recent reviews for independent living in Fair Oaks

Sommerset Retirement Community in Sterling, VA

5.0
We all love the staff. The food is good, serving 3 square meals a day, Every Day. I would most definitely recommend this facility to others.

Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the warm and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as Holiday The Fairmont, Harmony at Chantilly, and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, who go above and beyond to ensure residents feel welcomed and integrated into the community.
Beautifully maintained grounds and gardens. Residents express appreciation for the well-manicured grounds and gardens at communities like Holiday The Fairmont, Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, and The Woodlands, which provide opportunities for enjoyable walks and offer a visually pleasing environment.
Wide range of engaging activities. Communities such as Holiday The Fairmont, Harmony at Chantilly, and Sommerset Retirement Community offer numerous activities to keep residents socially and mentally active, from games and bingo to crafts and outings.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, as highlighted in reviews for Harmony at Chantilly, Sommerset Retirement Community, and Holiday The Fairmont, where chefs cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Secure and safe living environment. Reviews from communities like Sommerset Retirement Community, Harmony at Chantilly, and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge consistently mention the sense of security and peace of mind that comes with living in a senior community, where staff are responsive to maintenance requests and ensure resi ...
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Flexible and supportive community atmosphere. Residents of communities such as Sommerset Retirement Community, Harmony at Chantilly, and Holiday The Fairmont mention the inclusivity and openness of their communities, where residents are encouraged to engage with each other and have opportunities to form lasting friendships.
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Fair Oaks independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fair Oaks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fair Oaks, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fair Oaks independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fair Oaks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fair Oaks, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.7%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.9%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.7%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fair Oaks independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fair Oaks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fair Oaks, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.8%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
46.9%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.7%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fair Oaks independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Fair Oaks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fair Oaks, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
51%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.2%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
40.8%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.7%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Falcons Landing, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Sunrise of Vienna are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fair Oaks, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 50 independent living facilities near Fair Oaks, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Fair Oaks, Virginia are Falcons Landing, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Sunrise of Vienna. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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