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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gainesville, VA

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88 Photos available
9.4
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39 reviews
9.4
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39 reviews
5 star
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Attendants were very watchful of residents and housekeepers did a good job keeping the place from smelling. I was most impressed that they had a doctor on site every Friday plus on call if needed. My husband...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Legacy Ridge takes a purposeful, comprehensive approach to memory care through state-of-the-art accommodations, a warm and welcoming environment, thoughtful programming, as well as amenities and finishes that prove no detail has been overlooked. From the Safe and Secure Courtyards, Spa, Fitness...
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11 Photo available
1919 Floor plans available
9.3
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16 reviews
9.3
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16 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
13%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
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What sold us on Harper station was that all three meals are prepared for Independent Living folks. Also, the fact that you can bring in nursing Aid assistance in small time increments into your independent...
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.
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2323 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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141 reviews
9.2
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141 reviews
5 star
94%
4 star
3%
3 star
1%
2 star
1%
1 star
1%
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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...
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.
Experience Senior Care at The Wellington at Lake ManassasNestled in beautiful surroundings and small-town charm in Gainesville, Virginia, The Wellington at Lake Manassas stands out as the premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Arlington, our senior housing offers a...
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1717 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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54 reviews
9.1
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54 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
26%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
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My parents have been living at Heritage for the past six months. It’s been a huge adjustment and an emotional move. The staff has done a wonderful job through out the transition to show care and compassion....
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.
Heritage Village in Gainesville, VA, a well-established and bustling senior living community since 2016, is more than just a place to live. It's a family-oriented community that fosters a sense of belonging and independence among its residents. Our team, dedicated to providing customized care,...
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2020 Photos available
9.9
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49 reviews
9.9
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49 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
10%
3 star
10%
2 star
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Everyone helped make the process as painless as possible. [name removed], [name removed], [name removed], [name removed] along with the entire staff acted as if they knew the hardship I was faced with....
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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99 Photos available
9.4
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78 reviews
9.4
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78 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
32%
3 star
12%
2 star
9%
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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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77 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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11 reviews
9.2
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11 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
27%
3 star
0%
2 star
9%
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Staff has been very welcoming and extremely helpful in assisting my father adjust to living in the community. He seems to like the food (no complaints yet lol). Facility is very clean and comfortable....
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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9.0
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6 reviews
9.0
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6 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
17%
3 star
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I would rate each category as a 5. My sister is very happy with the overall experience. Activities are top notch as well as food. She interacts with medical staff frequently and they are great! Staff is...
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 Villa at Suffield Meadows initially opened its doors for operation in 2010. The Villa provided Fauquier and surrounding communities with luxurious residential and assisted living options. Set on more than three acres and surrounded by the established, 55+ scenic neighborhood of Suffield...
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8.4
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14 reviews
8.4
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14 reviews
5 star
58%
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14%
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2 star
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They work very hard and are very friendly but have multiple tasks so service is not always what was expected or promised. But for the price, this facility is satisfactory. This is our second facility and the...
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.
Noble Senior Living at Warrenton is always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents. Noble Senior Living at Warrenton offers medical facilities, outdoor activities, shopping and restaurants which are all conveniently located nearby. Residents always have options when...
Photo of English Meadows Prince William Campus
99 Photos available
5 star
26%
4 star
35%
3 star
6%
2 star
9%
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The new community will finally open in February 2023, which will have both Assisted Living and Memory Care. What stuck out to us here was the affordable Memory Care and the up grades (such as roll in...
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.
English Meadows Prince William Campus is an assisted living residence that provides quality carefree living for today's seniors. With a strong commitment to maintaining an enhanced quality of life, English Meadows Prince William Campus is designed with the needs and preferences of the independent...
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Cost of memory care in Gainesville, VA

The average cost of senior living in Gainesville is $7,096 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Remington, VA with an average of $5,827 per month.

Memory care costs in Gainesville, VA, vs. nearby cities

Gainesville, VA
$7,096/mo
$7,117/mo
$6,994/mo

Memory care costs in Gainesville, VA, vs. state and national averages

Gainesville, VA
$7,096/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Gainesville, VA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,096/mo

Memory care costs in Gainesville, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,042/mo
Studio
$6,156/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,313/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,725/mo

Senior living costs in Gainesville 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: Gainesville, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGainesville, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$7,096/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$6,628/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$5,397/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Gainesville, VA:$7,096/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Gainesville, VA:$6,628/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Gainesville, VA:$5,397/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Gainesville, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Gainesville and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Gainesville, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gainesville have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gainesville, VA$7,838/mo$6,924/mo+13.2%
Virginia$6,383/mo$5,817/mo+9.7%
National$6,308/mo$5,864/mo+7.6%
Gainesville, VA
2024 average cost:$7,838/mo
2023 average cost:$6,924/mo
Percent change:+13.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,383/mo
2023 average cost:$5,817/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,308/mo
2023 average cost:$5,864/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Gainesville

Recent reviews for memory care in Gainesville

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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Sunrise at Silas Burke House

4.3
The Sunrise at Silas Burke House was almost new when my dad moved into it - and the staff have stayed on top of the normal wear and tear, and addressed the issues that are normal with a new operation (service in the dining room, knowing where things are, etc.). The staff are friendly, helpful, ...
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Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons in Woodbridge, VA

4.5
We chose HarborChase of Prince William Commons because they gave us a deal on the price and they provided my mom transportation to and from her dialysis procedures. My mom is in a private room here. The location of the facility is really easy to get to, very accessible for the area. I would ...
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Gainesville review score based on 100 family reviews

9.0
Review score9 facilities100 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 100 reviews of 9 Gainesville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gainesville 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

Gainesville review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Gainesville, VA9 facilities
9.1
Haymarket, VA10 facilities
8.9
Manassas, VA10 facilities

Review subcategories for Gainesville 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 100 reviews of 9 Gainesville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gainesville 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.
Gainesville, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.2
Friendliness
4.2
4.3
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.8
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Gainesville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gainesville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
88.9%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
77.8%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
88.9%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
55.6%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
88.9%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
88.9%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gainesville 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 Gainesville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
88.9%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.8%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gainesville 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 Gainesville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
77.8%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
88.9%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
44.4%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Gainesville 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 Gainesville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
77.8%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
77.8%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
55.6%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gainesville 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 Gainesville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gainesville, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
88.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
88.9%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
88.9%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.9%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
77.8%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
88.9%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.6%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Gainesville

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Gainesville protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Legacy Ridge, Harpers Station Gainesville and The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gainesville, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 11 memory care facilities near Gainesville, Virginia. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Gainesville, Virginia are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, Potomac Place and Sunrise at Countryside. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 11 memory care facilities near you in Gainesville, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, Virginia ranges from $84 to $16500. The average Memory Care cost in Gainesville, Virginia is $7,096. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Gainesville, Virginia typically starts at $84. 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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