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Independent Living in Virginia

Overview of Independent Living in Virginia

Virginia has earned the nicknames “Old Dominion” and “Mother of Presidents” due to the state’s long and storied history. Founded as one of the oldest British colonies, Virginia has also been the birthplace of 8 former U.S. presidents. From the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains in the west, to its scenic beaches along the Atlantic coast as well as its proximity to the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Virginia truly has something for everyone and is a great place to retire.A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors can help you find the best retirement communities in Virginia. Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 120 retirement communities in Virginia that provide independent living. The median monthly cost of independent living in Virginia is about $2,500.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Virginia

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The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community

7820 Baltusrol Blvd, Gainesville, VA 20155

Reviewer Ranking

4.9/ 5.0

(140)
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$X,XXX/mo
Bryan P - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

A great place for your loved ones to continue life with a quality environment, top of line amenities, and great customer care. We are fortunate enough to know our mother will be cared for and given continued...

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Falcons Landing

20522 Falcons Landing Cir, Sterling, VA 20165

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4.9/ 5.0

(32)
Bob L - I'm a current/former resident or client

Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We were...

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Brookdale Bristol

375 Liberty Place, Bristol, VA 24201

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4.6/ 5.0

(28)
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$X,XXX/mo
Lea L - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The facility is wonderful. Be sure to communicate with the nursing staff. They are very knowledgeable and responsive. The socialization programs are very good and keep the residents involved. The therapy...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Arlington

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Sunrise of Arlington VA

2000 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22207

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4.3/ 5.0

(27)
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

It's close only a little more than a mile away, which is important. I'm living in how much driving I'm doing and right now. I managed to get to see her about three times a week. I visited the place before...

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Vitality Living Arlington

3821 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

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4.1/ 5.0

(81)
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Vitality Living is a wonderful community! My father moved several hundred miles to live here and everyone along this journey has made it seamless and very welcoming. Care support has been attentive,...

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The Jefferson

900 North Taylor Street, Arlington, VA 22203

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4.1/ 5.0

(41)
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

The Jefferson may not be for everybody but it's perfect for me. Food and activities are wonderful. Location near my daughter and great medical facilities. Plus it's a condo I own (renting was not appealing)...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Fairfax

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Sunrise of Fairfax

9207 Arlington Boulevard, Fairfax, VA 22031

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4.5/ 5.0

(18)
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$X,XXX/mo
Cathy - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

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.

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The Gardens at Fair Oaks

4310 Forest Hill Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030

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3.6/ 5.0

(6)
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$X,XXX/mo
Nancy - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We love The Gardens at Fair Oaks. What we love the most about the community is the quality of care given by the staff members, the décor in the community and the food that is prepared for the residents. And...

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The Woodlands

4320 Forest Hill Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030

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5.0/ 5.0

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$X,XXX/mo
Carol C - I live or lived in this community

I have lived here for a year and find the staff and residents friendly and welcoming. The food service staff especially makes a great effort to accommodate and integrate new ideas, but what I love most about...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Leesburg

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Hessler Heights

19540 Sandridge Way, Leesburg, VA 20176

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4.4/ 5.0

(14)
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The managers are very helpful. The housekeeping was pretty good. Maintenance was a problem, but they did get rid of the maintenance person. I don't know if they replaced him yet. Communication with the...

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Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community

44124 Woodridge Pkwy, Lansdowne, VA 20176

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4.7/ 5.0

(91)
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$X,XXX/mo
anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Staff and residents extremely caring, knowledgeable and friendly. Common areas kept impeccably clean. Quality of care outstanding. Meals and dining super diverse and high quality. And plenty of activities....

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Reflections A Senior Living Community

246 W Market St, Leesburg, VA 20176

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4.0/ 5.0

(23)
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$X,XXX/mo
Mark F - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Very quaint and home-y environment. Management team and support staff were very friendly and supportive. Bedroom was small so hard to have visits with multiple people but overall a nice place. Nursing staff...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Richmond

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The Barrington at Hioaks

350 Hioaks Rd, Richmond, VA 23225

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4.8/ 5.0

(226)
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$X,XXX/mo
Carrie S - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The Barrington at Hioaks is an exceptional facility. All the nurses I have met have met me with a smile. They show true care for my mother! My mom needs a very high level of care and all of the staff is...

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Sunrise at Bon Air

2105 Cranbeck Road, Richmond, VA 23235

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3.9/ 5.0

(50)
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$X,XXX/mo
Carolyn - I live or lived in this community

The friendliness of the staff gets a 5+. Quality of care rating is less than perfect because of the QUANTITY of it … (short staffed). Meals offer variety but occasionally over-cooked vegetables.. Activities...

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Heritage Oaks

1100 German School Road, Richmond, VA 23225

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4.0/ 5.0

(51)
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I would recommend Heritage Oaks as a great value for the money. I looked at a lot of places and most of them were far more expensive than this facility is. In comparison, Heritage Oaks is not as upscale but...

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Top cities in Virginia for independent living

8.6
Leesburg, VA
16 facilities
8.5
Richmond, VA
75 facilities
8.4
Charlottesville, VA
17 facilities
8.3
Arlington, VA
104 facilities
8.1
Fairfax, VA
52 facilities
7.2
Virginia Beach, VA
21 facilities

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