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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shirlington, VA
If your loved one needs memory care in Shirlington, A Place for Mom can help. With 74 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 Kent, Berkley and Wesley Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Fairfax, Washington and Ashburn.
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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac
10718 Potomac Tennis Lane, Potomac, MD 20854Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review score
34 reviews
After visiting numerous facilities, it became obvious that Arden Courts Memory Care Potomac was the right place for my husband. We had only 2 weeks to prepare him for the move to a new time zone. The entire...
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.
Arden Courts of Potomac is a purpose built memory care community, for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and relate dementias.Our community is secure with outdoor courtyards and walking paths. We provide 24/7 care, which includes medication management,assistance with ADL’s, special...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
Review score
48 reviews
Everyone is genuinely happy to help and they make you feel comfortable. The facility is alive with activity and they always have something going on that you can participate in!
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.
Sunrise at Hunter Mill has been ranked as one of the top communities in 2013 on SeniorAdvisor.com, the premier online ratings and reviews site for senior living communities nationwide. The SeniorAdvisor 2013 Excellence Award recognizes senior living communities who receive consistently high...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
77 Photos available
9.9
Review score
18 reviews
Our experience with Sunrise and their Memory Care unit was great overall. We felt that the staff genuinely cared for my mom and had her best interests in mind. I would especially like to complement [name...
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.
A Vibrant and Engaging CommunitySpecialized design and décor that promotes comfort and safety—consistent with the area’s architectural character.Programs and events calendar that encourages each resident to Live With Purpose™ every day.You’ll enjoy cuisine tailored to your tastes and...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1717 Photos available
9.8
Review score
35 reviews
[name removed] has been made to feel a sense of the community and seems quite content with his room surroundings and staff. He particularly enjoys the music sessions, of which there are many. I particularly...
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.
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington's primary focus is to provide care for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. To visualize Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, picture four single level houses all connected by...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
2424 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
18 reviews
Sunrise in Chevy Chase is wonderful. They helped my mother make a diificult transition to assistance living. Not only did they successfully acclimate my mother but they counseled me also. My mother 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.
At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, conveniently located adjacent to Washington, DC, in Maryland’s Montgomery County, we provide a safe, comfortable living environment and excellent care delivered by an experienced, compassionate team of caregivers. Our beautiful community, nestled in a desirable...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
62 reviews
From interview to move in to daily care and activities- the team at Sunrise at Mount Vernon has been involved and respectful of my resident’s needs and well being. The care staff quickly adapted to her...
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.
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
24 reviews
The staff are outstanding and compassionate. The facility is always spotless and well maintained. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Sunrise at Fox Hill is Sunrise Senior Living's premier community! With easy access to Washington, DC and northern Virginia, our residents and families love our location which is just minutes from downtown Bethesda's exciting shops, restaurants and cultural activities. Fox Hill Assisted Living...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
46 reviews
Staff is excellent, meals need more variety, also housekeeping is not the best when it comes to the bathroom. The care staff encourages my mom ex;(to walk with walker, not stay in wheelchair) they know how...
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.
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
103 reviews
The staff is very caring and considerate. They truly have the residents best interest. Their passion is evident in the community and it makes it a joy to be here. The employees hold a high level of respect...
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 Paul SpringNestled on 12 acres just south of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, Paul Spring stands out as a premier assisted senior living community in the Mount Vernon area. Just a short drive from Washington, D.C., our senior housing has offered a blend of Independent...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
2121 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
41 reviews
Sunrise provides excellent care for my dad. He has a comfortable space to live in. He has privacy when he needs it and extra help and therapy (PT and OT) available. The staff is kind and friendly. And the...
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.
Located just minutes from historic downtown Falls Church and only a few miles from the national capital, our setting is convenient for families living throughout Fairfax and Arlington counties and beyond. Sunrise of Falls Church is nestled in the heart of the scenic City of Falls Church, just a...
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Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1818 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
41 reviews
The Jefferson may not be for everybody but it's perfect for me. Food and activities are wonderful. Location near my daughter and great medical facilities. Plus it's a condo I own (renting was not appealing)...
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.
Welcome to The Jefferson, where ownership and a unique approach to active aging are conveniently located at The Gateway to Arlington Virginia, just minutes away from Washington, DC.The Jefferson has skillfully combined independence, luxury,services and amenities with the security of home...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
27 reviews
It's close only a little more than a mile away, which is important. I'm living in how much driving I'm doing and right now. I managed to get to see her about three times a week. I visited the place before...
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.
Positioned to enjoy the greenery & peacefulness of the Lexington Bike Path on one side and the bustling in-town location of Massachusetts Ave. on the other side, Sunrise of Arlington has the best of both worlds under one roof. Our community is perfect for the resident who prefers an urban...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
2424 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.6
Review score
27 reviews
We like that our loved one has made friends there and we would recommend Sunrise Braddock Glen to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
Braddock Glen in Fairfax, Virginia is a warm and friendly low-cost assisted living community where every resident receives personalized assistance, supportive services, and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, community setting from long-tenured team members. We are...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1717 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
18 reviews
I would definitely recommend Sunrise. The office staff are caring, helpful, and knowledgeable. They were wonderful with my husband and very attentive and friendly with me. We felt so comfortable there.
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.
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
3232 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
86 reviews
We picked this community, because they had more meal options, larger number of residents, outdoor patio, not far from home, always had some residents hanging around the main living room--seemed like more...
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.
As one of the premier assisted living and memory care communities in the Washington, D.C., area, we are conveniently located in the heart of Arlington, Va., an upscale area consistently ranked among the wealthiest counties in the United States. We’re close to casual and fine dining...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1212 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.5
Review score
81 reviews
We chose Aarondale Community because of the cleanliness of the facility, willingness to move quickly to intake my sister, kindness of everyone we dealt with no matter their role. I believe that we...
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 AarondaleSurrounded by lovely gardens and a meticulously landscaped setting in Springfield, Virginia, Aarondale stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just minutes from Washington, D.C., our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, Assisted...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
2525 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
23 reviews
Mother lasted less than a month at The Residences at Thomas Circle. They felt she needed to be in Memory Care and that was way too much. The staff at The Residences At Thomas Circle were extremely patient...
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.
More than a great place to live, The Residences at Thomas Circle is a neighborhood within a neighborhood – where seniors can live life their way.LIFE AT ITS FINEST In the heart of downtown DC, just blocks from the White House and a short walk to museums and monuments, you will find seniors...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1313 Photos available
9.4
Review score
126 reviews
The staff is very friendly and approachable. I feel I can them with questions and any issues. Also, by having an executive director in place in the past several months, it's been much better in terms of...
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.
A Caring Continuum with a Commitment to QualitySince 1999, Spring Hills Senior Communities has been caring for seniors and other individuals in need of quality health care. At every one of our home health agencies, post acute care centers and assisted living facilities, you’ll find compassionate...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
17 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Sunrise of Connecticut Ave and the overall experience was great. My limited experience with the staff was great. Communication with the family was good. I would...
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.
Located in the heart of Washington, DC, Sunrise on Connecticut Avenue has been serving the Nation's Capital with quality assisted living and memory care programs since 2003. We are conveniently located near public transportation, restaurants, museums and shopping. Our tenured leadership team has...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1414 Photos available
9.2
Review score
18 reviews
Not perfect, but a good place. We picked this community because of the friendliness of the staff and layout of the building & yard.
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 19 years, Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community in Annandale is located on Braddock Road. We cater to the special needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other related forms of dementia such as Lewy Body, frontotemporal dementia, vascular dementia and Parkinson’s...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1717 Photos available
9.2
Review score
27 reviews
The food at Chevy Chase House is outstanding. Our parents were living at home without any social interaction and my mother was no longer able to cook meals for her and my dad. The way the staff integrated my...
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.
Originally built in the 1910s, Chevy Chase House was transformed into Luxury Senior Living by Meridian. The community was invigorated after completion of a multi-million dollar renovation in 2018. An award-winning design firm incorporated all possible modern amenities while preserving the...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1818 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
Review score
10 reviews
We are quite pleased with our decision to move from our McLean house that we lived in for 48 years to McLean Village Sunrise. We have met interesting and smart people and have friends who want to come and...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
77 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
13 reviews
I discovered Brighton Gardens when faced with an emergency need for immediate respite care for my mother who has moderately severe dementia. The sales and administrative teams worked with me to facilitate...
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.
Brighton Gardens provides personal care in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
22 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.9
Review score
5 reviews
All categories get a 5 except for #6 food. That would be 3-4 based on what my cousin has said about it. Overall, Malta House has been an excellent choice for her. This is a small community and the staff is...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
49 reviews
Service very good staff friendly clean I am happy with service special management and all staff I told all my friends about that place some will consider to visits caring about my friends I like nurse she...
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.
Our 35 year mission at Sunrise Senior Living has been to champion the quality of life for all seniors. Our approach is simple; resident centered care. This approach helps seniors live the life they want to live by providing options to meet their individual needs and wishes. Sunrise offers a...
Cost of memory care in Shirlington, VA
The average cost of senior living in Shirlington is $6,894 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Neabsco, VA with an average of $6,701 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirlington, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirlington, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shirlington, VA by room type
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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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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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Sunrise of Montgomery Village in Gaithersburg, MD
5.0
This is a place to consider for your loved ones who need long term care. The staff are very responsive to any requests the family has for our loved one.
The room, housekeeping, all the meals, changing of linens, laundry, and utilities are included in the monthly fee.
The community is able ...
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Shirlington review score based on 242 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 242 reviews of 57 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
8.2
Shirlington, VA57 facilities
8.1
Alexandria, VA68 facilities
8.4
Bailey's Crossroads, VA80 facilities
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 242 reviews of 57 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
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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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
61.4%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.2%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.4%
73.5%
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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
66.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.6%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.1%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.1%
26.8%
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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
47.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.9%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
50.9%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.4%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.6%
16.7%
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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
49.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.4%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
23%
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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
56.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.4%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.9%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.9%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
57.9%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
38.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.1%
46.8%
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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 Shirlington, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 74 memory care facilities near Shirlington, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shirlington, 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 74 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 $6,894. 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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