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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shirlington, VA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Shirlington, A Place for Mom can help. With 72 memory care facilities in Shirlington, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Shirlington incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Shirlington memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Shirlington, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Potomac Heights, Kent and The Palisades.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Alexandria and Fairfax.

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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...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in Shirlington, VA

The average cost of senior living in Shirlington is $6,902 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Neabsco, VA with an average of $6,713 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirlington, VA vs. nearby cities

Shirlington, VA
$6,902/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirlington, VA vs. the state and national average

Shirlington, VA
$6,902/mo
U.S. national average
$4,788/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirlington vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,902/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shirlington, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,197/mo
Studio
$7,164/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,917/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,365/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shirlington over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Shirlington

Recent reviews for memory care in Shirlington

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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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 Senior Living in Lanham, MD

4.9
From day one of them literally rolling out the red carpet - Arbor Terrace has provided exceptional care for Mom …. Mom’s room is always clean and well kept - they keep the her in engaged with various activities (the staff recently got Mom all dressed and dolled up and I was able to take her to ...
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Shirlington review score based on 248 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 248 reviews of 55 Shirlington memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shirlington 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

Shirlington review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Shirlington, VA55 facilities
8.5
Alexandria, VA65 facilities
8.7

Review subcategories for Shirlington 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 248 reviews of 55 Shirlington memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shirlington 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.
Shirlington, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Shirlington memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirlington memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirlington, 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 Shirlington 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 Shirlington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirlington, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.5%
66.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
65.5%
49%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
73.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.6%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.5%
62.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
73.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shirlington 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 Shirlington Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirlington, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.1%
75.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.1%
46.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.2%
71.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.8%
26.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirlington 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 Shirlington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirlington, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50.9%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.7%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
52.7%
42%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.4%
50.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.7%
16.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirlington 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 Shirlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirlington, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.9%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.4%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
52.7%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.5%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirlington 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 Shirlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirlington, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.3%
34.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
55.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
52.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.3%
62.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.7%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.9%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.7%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.4%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
48.5%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.2%
47.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 72 memory care facilities near Shirlington, Virginia. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Shirlington, Virginia are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, Potomac Place and Sunrise of Montgomery Village. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 72 memory care facilities near you in Shirlington, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shirlington, 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 Shirlington, 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 Shirlington, Virginia ranges from $100 to $16500. The average Memory Care cost in Shirlington, Virginia is $6,902. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shirlington, 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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