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Renaissance of Annandale
7112 Braddock Rd, Annandale, VA 22003
4.3
(3 reviews)
The team and the other families there made us feel welcomed and our mom loved it from the start. She is doing better than ever....
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Memory Care Communities in Alexandria, Virginia
Our memory care directory in Alexandria, Virginia includes 252 communities with 1701 reviews...
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Keough Senior Living
4308 Lees Corner Road, Chantilly, VA 20151
4.3
(3 reviews)
This place is fantastic. My aunt was at this facility for approximately five years. She was well taken care of. Whenever she had a doctor's appointment, someone from the facility went with her and stayed with her. You could not ask for a more car...
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Olney Memory Care By Artis
16940 Georgia Ave, Olney, MD 20832
4.2
(7 reviews)
OAL has been taking great care of my mom for over a year - It is a great relief to know she is being well taken care of. The staff is caring and helpful; they communicate when there are issues. They make sure the residents are clean, wearing clean ...
$8,400
Brightview Fallsgrove
9200 Darnestown Road, Rockville, MD 20850
4.2
(8 reviews)
I toured Brightview Fallsgrove. I thought it was overrated. It was very expensive, and they didn't offer half of what my wife was getting at the other place. It was not new, and they were renovating some of it. It seemed to be smaller. It was ridicul...
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Brightview Woodburn
3450 Gallows Rd., Annandale, VA 22003
4.2
(9 reviews)
I could not be happier with the care my mother receives at Brightview Woodburn in Annandale, VA. They keep me updated on her care and offer suggestions that are most helpful. She has 24-hour care and assistance. At her age, this year 100, she need...
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Great Falls Memory Care By Artis
1121 Reston Avenue, Herndon, VA 20170
4.2
(10 reviews)
My dad has been in Great Falls Assisted Living for about 2 and a half weeks now. He's doing great and he's adjusted well, better than we could have hoped. It's working out well. They're a memory care dedicated facility. I like the warmth and positiv...
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Winter Growth
18110 Prince Phillip Drive, Olney, MD 20832
4.1
(6 reviews)
Without an appointment, my family and I visited Winter Growth in Onley, MD in November 2015. Our visit was for my father who is living with dementia. Upon arrival, we were immediately impressed with how accommodating the staff was and the way the bui...
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Morningside House of St. Charles
70 Village St., Waldorf, MD 20602
4.1
(19 reviews)
I toured the Morningside House of St. Charles and looked at their assisted living. The community was very nice and the residents seemed very happy. They were out and about, playing games, watching TV, and socializing. There were quite a few of them i...
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The Gardens at Fair Oaks
4310 Forest Hill Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030
4.1
(8 reviews)
My mother was here for over 3 years. During the pandemic. The care was amazing. She loved the food and the activities. I was impressed by the number of nurses on staff at an assisted living. I was not used to seeing nurses pass the medications- ...
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Tribute at The Glen
4151 Old Bridge Rd , Woodbridge, VA 22192
4.0
(1 reviews)
I like the atmosphere at Tribute at The Glen. It was a nice setup. The accessibility to the floors was good. They have elevators. It had a pretty much open view with lots of windows and natural light. It was quiet for the most part on the inside. The...
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Arbor Terrace Fulton
11584 Scaggsville Rd, Fulton, MD 20759
4.0
(9 reviews)
My mom is in the assisted living of Arbor Terrace Fulton. So far it has been very, very good. The facilities are nice. They are involved in getting the residents to engage in activities and things like that. They have a doctor on the premises, so eve...
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Nightingale House
13004 Darnestown Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
4.0
(1 reviews)
Thought i would write something after my recent encounter with one of your caregivers. Again i want to thank you for caring for my mom during her last years. Tom and I will always be grateful to Dr James ( excellent sense of humour and cheerfulness) ...
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AlfredHouse Rebecca
9910 River Road, Potomac, MD 20854
4.0
(1 reviews)
My overall impression of Rebecca House is good. The staff is very nice. My dad stays in his room and doesn't do anything, but his room is nice....
$4,600
Pure Heart Assisted Living, LLC
509 University Dr, Waldorf, MD 20602
3.6
(3 reviews)
Purple Heart Assisted Living is the best facility in the area. My grandfather suffered from dementia and we chose Purple Heart because the bedrooms were spacious which gave my grandfather room for his recliner and to setup his table for card games. ...
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Ingleside at King Farm
701 King Farm Blvd, Rockville, MD 20850
3.5
(7 reviews)
Ingleside at King Farm felt very comfortable. The attention that they put to detail in meeting the needs of the residents is very clear. I felt that they strive to make sure that all the needs are taken care of, and the residents are taken care of. T...
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Rose's Place
13426 Overbrook Lane, Bowie, MD 20715
3.5
(2 reviews)
I am a granddaughter of a resident at Rose's Place and I have been to visit my grandmother a few times in the last month and i must say this place keeps them active. I love going in and they are dancing or singing along with the CNA's and they always...
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Clifton Woods Group Home
13408 Clifton Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904
3.5
(2 reviews)
I frequently visit Clifton Woods to see a friend and each time I go, I am highly impressed with the quality of the employees and the love and attention given to the residents. The home is well-kept, clean, and always full of smiling caregivers, many ...
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Silver Spring Assisted Living
13828 Bethpage Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20906
3.0
(1 reviews)
My stepdad has moved into Silver Spring Assisted Living. We chose this one because it was convenient. He could have a private room, and it was all on one floor. I like that they try to keep him active. His room is a small bedroom, but it's enough for...
$5,000
Sagepoint Memory Care
10210 La Plata Rd , La Plata, MD 20646
3.0
(1 reviews)
I toured Sagepoint Memory Care. The price was somewhat comparable, but the room size was smaller, and they seemed to be short-staffed. The tour was fine, it was good. The staff seemed nice....
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In Loving Hands Assisted Living
8402 Lucille Court, Fort Washington, MD 20744
3.0
(1 reviews)
In Loving Hands Assisted Living is at a section of town where there are a lot of schools like a very busy intersection; that was my only downside about it. The facilities are fine, very good facility and very clean. Staff is very cordial and pleasant...
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Greg22
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Alexandria
My overall tour experience of Sunrise of Alexandria's memory care was positive. The facility was conveniently located, and the staff was very accommodating and friendly. My visit was right around...
Provider response
Hi Greg, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Alexandria. We would be...
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Elaine Amy
1.0
Review of Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
People are very rude. I have been hung up on, and the person who answers the phone is quite nasty. My friend is not receiving decent care, much less anything resembling compassion.
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Donna
5.0
Review of Silverado Alexandria
Silverado Alexandria Memory Care Community was our first choice, but we didn't think my father would do well there. What I liked the most about the place was the level of staff care for the...
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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities
Alexandria’s memory care costs of $7,435 are higher than the Virginia average, which sits at $6,563. At $5,625, the national average is also significantly lower than Alexandria's. When compared to nearby cities, Alexandria remains an expensive location for memory care. In the state’s capital, Richmond, seniors pay $6,126 per month. Winchester’s costs average $6,269. Costs in Charlottesville and Harrisonburg are similar at $7,125 and $7,139, respectively.
Alexandria
$7,435
Virginia
$6,563
United States
$5,625
Winchester
$6,269
Richmond
$6,126
Charlottesville
$7,125
Harrisonburg
$7,139
Paying for Memory Care in Alexandria
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
The monthly cost of memory care in Alexandria averages $7,435.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Alexandria
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Virginia page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
For older adults who don’t need the specialized services provided by memory care, there are other options for senior living. Adult day health care is the most affordable choice in Alexandria at $2,282 per month. In-home care and home health care both average $5,339. Care in an assisted living community comes to around $5,948 per month. The high level of care offered in nursing homes makes it the least affordable option at a cost of $11,467 for a semi private room.
Memory Care
$7,435
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,339
Adult Day Health Care
$2,282
Assisted Living Facility
$5,948
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,467
Note: Data for Alexandria was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., was used instead.
Free Memory Care Resources in Alexandria
Alexandria and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Alexandria, please visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.
What to Consider About Memory Care in Alexandria
The Virginia Department of Social Services, Division of Licensing Programs, oversees memory care facilities in Alexandria and throughout Virginia. It performs regular community inspections to ensure they meet the standards designed to protect the safety and well-being of residents.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Alexandria
- Seniors in Alexandria have good access to health care, with 231 physicians per 100,000 residents. The Inova Alexandria Hospital provides services in the city, and there are also world-class facilities across the river in Washington, D.C.
- The overall cost of living in Alexandria is 40% higher than the national average. This reflects the high cost of housing. However, health care costs are on par with the national average. Seniors also have access to different programs and resources that can help them balance their budgets.
- Alexandria is a member of the Dementia Friendly America Network. This shows that the city is building a community that supports people with dementia as well as their families and caregivers.
- Winters in Alexandria tend to be mild, which may be favored by seniors who don’t like the cold. Summers can be humid, with highs in July averaging 88 degrees.
- Alexandria is an AARP Age-Friendly Community. This denotes that its leadership is actively working towards making the city a great place to live for residents of all ages
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Alexandria
Alexandria Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Virginia page for more information about these laws.
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