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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fairfax, VA
If your loved one needs memory care in Fairfax, A Place for Mom can help. With 44 memory care facilities in Fairfax, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Fairfax incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Fairfax memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Fairfax, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Potomac Heights, Spring Valley and Tenleytown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Ashburn and Arlington.
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My loved one is currently a resident at Hunters Woods at Trails Edge and the overall experience has been very good so far. It is a lovely brand new facility with friendly and helpful staff. I would recommend...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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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
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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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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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We chose Sunrise at George Mason because of the proximity from my house, it was close so we could visit frequently. The staff were also very friendly and I talked to a couple of people who gave it high...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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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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Brandywine Living community itself is vey clean but there could be more house keeping within the apartments - maybe even just twice a week would make a difference. It is a pet friendly community and they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
An Outstanding LocationLocated next to Cameron Station and just minutes from historic Old Town, Brandywine Living at Alexandria provides a convenient location for seniors to reside close to their children, grandchildren, and friends, while remaining in the community they love.This 116-suite,...
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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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.
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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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The Kensington is very pricy. We moved mom in anyway for the activities. There was an adjustment period, and some care management changes that needed to be made. However, after one month we are on the right...
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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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My 86 year old mother was at Chesterbrook Residences for 9 month before she died peacefully in her sleep from heart problems. She loved Chesterbrook Residences, her apartment, the people there who became...
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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.
Chesterbrook ResidencesChesterfield Residences is an assisted living community located in Falls Church, VA in Fairfax County and home to just over 12,000 people. Falls Church is a busy city close to D.C., with lots of great stores, shopping and activities. Residents will enjoy going out to...
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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.
At the Sylvestery, we believe that for those with dementia, every moment of the day is an opportunity to experience meaning and comfort. EVERY MOMENT COUNTS is the philosophy behind the specialized interactive programs to provide cognitive and physical engagement to the...
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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.
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Cost of memory care in Fairfax, VA
The average cost of senior living in Fairfax is $7,012 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bailey's Crossroads, VA with an average of $6,885 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Fairfax
Recent reviews for memory care in Fairfax
Waltonwood Ashburn
4.6
My loved one is a resident at Waltonwood Ashburn. The staff is very friendly and approachable. The care associates are very capable and handle the residents very well. The food is good, or so my loved one says. Communication with the family is open, they are always available to answer questions ...
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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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Harpers Station Gainesville
4.9
I would and do highly recommend Harper's Station. Dad was very happy there. His and my only issue was phone service. It was constantly going down for hours to days at a time. Dad was one of the first residents there so it may have been resolved by now.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Compassionate and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff across various communities, including Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Annandale, and Sunrise of Fairfax. Families express their gratitude fo ...
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Excellent communication with families. Clear and effective communication between communities and families is a key feature mentioned in reviews for Sunrise of Vienna, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, and The Providence Fairfax. Staff members regularly update families on their loved ones' progress and ...
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Skilled and dedicated caregivers. Reviews from Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Annandale, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, and Sunrise of Springfield praise the attentiveness and expertise of caregivers who go above and beyond to meet residents' needs. Residents and families al ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities like Sunrise of Vienna, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, and The Providence Fairfax offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests, ensuring that they stay active and engaged. Regular outings and social events are popular among res ...
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Comfortable and homely living spaces. Reviews for Sunrise of Hunter Mill, Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA, and Renaissance of Annandale mention the comfort and warmth of the living spaces in various communities. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and personal touches that make their rooms feel like home.
Effective dementia care programs. Several reviews, such as those for Sunrise of Fairfax, Sunrise of McLean, and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, emphasize the specialized dementia care provided by communities. Families express their satisfaction with the training and care received by their loved ...
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Fairfax review score based on 254 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 254 reviews of 38 Fairfax memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Fairfax review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Fairfax review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Fairfax memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 254 reviews of 38 Fairfax memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Fairfax resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Fairfax, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Fairfax memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairfax memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairfax, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Fairfax memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Fairfax that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
76.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
73.7%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.7%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fairfax memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Fairfax Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.6%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
65.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
78.9%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fairfax memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fairfax partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
68.4%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
65.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
44.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairfax memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fairfax communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairfax, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
63.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairfax memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Fairfax offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
68.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.2%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.9%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.6%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
68.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
55.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Falcons Landing, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac and Sunrise of Hunter Mill are the top-rated memory care facilities near Fairfax, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 44 memory care facilities near Fairfax, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Fairfax, Virginia are Falcons Landing, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac and Sunrise of Hunter Mill. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 44 memory care facilities near you in Fairfax, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fairfax, Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Fairfax, Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Fairfax, Virginia ranges from $100 to $16500. The average Memory Care cost in Fairfax, Virginia is $7,012. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Fairfax, Virginia typically starts at $100. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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