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Lexington Park Senior Apartments
21895 Pegg Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653
"Lexington Park Senior Apartments is located in Lexington Park, Maryland, a small rural town situated near the Patuxent River, with around 11..."
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Riva Terrace 2
2707 Riva Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401
"Riva Terrace 2 is located in Annapolis, MD. Seniors live in a picturesque community, nestled between Gingerville Creek and Broad Creek Park...."
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Colonial Manor At Annapolis
1311 West St, Annapolis, MD 21401
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality L..."
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210 Henry Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
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4187 Solomons Island Rd, Harwood, MD 20776
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New Towne Village
22810 Dorsey St, Leonardtown, MD 20650
"Welcome to New Towne Village!To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Of..."
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Goddard Comfort Homes - CLOSED
6020 Old Croom Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
" Physician owned and operated community Wellness spa retreat once a month Personalized nutrition consultant 2 acre gated community The g..."
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Village At Chester
1549 Postal Rd, Chester, MD 21619
"The Village at Chester is located near the Kent Island Narrows in Chester, MD. This stunning area is surrounded by biking and walking trails..."
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In Caring Hands, LLC
45550 Longfields Blvd, Great Mills, MD 20634
"In Caring Hands, LLC Assisted Living is an upscale gracious home that gives residents control over their lives and offers all of the top opt..."
READ MORERiva Terrace 4
1671 Pleasant Plains Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409
"Historic Annapolis, the capital of Maryland, is home to cobblestone streets and Rivav Terrace 4. It also offers boutique shops, unique dinin..."
READ MORERiva Terrace 3
1680 Winchester Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409
"Riva Terrace 3 is located in Annapolis, MD, close to the Severn River and Cool Spring Cove. Seniors can take a trip to the Indian Hills Club..."
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- Assisted Living Facilities in Fairfax County, VA
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- Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Paying for Assisted Living in Fairfax County
Because Fairfax County is part of the Washington, D.C. metro area, the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey combines the county’s costs for care with the nation’s capital. In Fairfax County, seniors pay an average of $6,000 a month for assisted living care. This is a high average, especially when compared to the national average of $4,300. It is also $1,200 more than the state’s average of $4,850.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Fairfax County, VA and Nearby Cities
Throughout the state of Virginia, costs for care vary quite a bit. While the Fairfax County area has one of the highest averages at $6,000 a month, Harrisonburg is even higher at $6,286. Charlottesville is also close to the Fairfax County average, but about $107 less at $5,893 a month. The most affordable community for assisted living care in Virginia is Richmond, which averages $3,645 a month. In Virginia Beach, seniors pay an average of $4,365, while in Blacksburg on the southwest side of the state, the average drops to just $4,000. Many cities are close to the state’s average. In fact, in Staunton, assisted living costs the same as the state average, $4,850, while in Lynchburg, the cost is just a little more at $4,939.
Fairfax County/Washington, D.C.
$6,000
Virginia
$4,850
The United States
$4,300
Harrisonburg
$6,286
Charlottesville
$5,893
Lynchburg
$4,939
Staunton
$4,850
Virginia Beach
$4,365
Blacksburg
$4,000
Richmond
$3,645
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fairfax County
Eligible seniors over the age of 65 may file an application for financial assistance for assisted living in Fairfax County and the rest of Virginia via the Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus Medicaid Waiver.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Fairfax County
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program | (703) 324-7948 | VICAP provides unbiased counseling to seniors who need Medicare coverage to help them understand their options. Through VICAP, seniors can verify that they are utilizing all of the Medicare resources available to them to help pay for medical care and assisted living costs. The service can also connect seniors to Medicare-participating physicians. |
| Northern Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (703) 324-5861 | The Northern Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman program offers advocacy services to seniors in Fairfax County who are in assisted living facilities. If seniors or their families suspect neglect or abuse, the Ombudsman will investigate the complaint and inform the senior and family members of their rights. |
| MetroAccess | (202) 962-2700 | MetroAccess is a shared-ride, door-to-door paratransit service for Fairfax County residents who have disabilities that make it impossible to use traditional bus or rail service. The service is available for any trip within a ¾ mile radius of Metrobus and Metrorail service areas. Seniors aged 65 and older can apply for a Reduced Fare SmarTrip Photo ID card that allows them to ride MetroAccess and other Metrobus and Metrorail transit options at a reduced price. |
| Fairfax County Transportation Options Program | (703) 222-9764 | Fairfax County seniors who need rides outside of the Metrobus and Metrorail service areas can use the Transportation Options Program. TOPS provides discounts to seniors who need taxi service, ride-sharing or other rides around town. This program is available to seniors aged 50 or over who make $50,000 or less per household a year or who are MetroAccess registered users. |
| Fairfax Veterans Benefits Office | (703) 359-1210 | Seniors in Fairfax County who served in the U.S. military may be eligible for veterans’ services. The Fairfax Benefits Office helps connect these seniors to those services. Veterans can visit the office during the week for walk-in services or make an appointment to ensure they’re getting the benefits they earned through their military service. |
| Fairfax County | (703) 820-2131 | Fairfax County operates a number of Senior Centers that provide adults aged 50 and older with a place to connect with other members of the community, pursue interests and hobbies and get access to senior-friendly services. Transportation to these senior centers from an assisted living community is provided when needed. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fairfax County
Fairfax-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page for more information about these laws.
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John12
5.0
Review of Brightview Great Falls
My wife is in Brightview Great Falls. She is in their assisted living. The people there are very caring and competent. The staff are very caring and efficient. The food is very good. My wife loves...
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Peter
4.0
Review of Braddock Glen
Braddock Glen was a nice place. I saw the public areas like the library, the dining room, and the local bistro. I also saw the public areas where people could go and sit and read a book or...
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Abby1
5.0
Review of Sunrise at Reston Town Center
Sunrise at Reston Town Center was excellent. I loved it. I've seen the area before. Just driving to the place, I was amazed at how clean the facilities were. There's a lot of light. I love the...
