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Both my mother-in-law and then my own mother have lived here and enjoyed personal full-time care in a home environment. Three quality meals are cooked in the kitchen next to the residents' living room every...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Home Elder Care is a residential care home located in the historic Fairfax, VA. Time travel in the city's guided walking tour hosted by the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center. Collect a souvenir or two at the gift shop to commemorate your travels, and showcase it to family and friends while...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Clifton, VA

The average cost of senior living in Clifton is $6,435 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Church, VA with an average of $5,763 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clifton, VA vs. nearby cities

Clifton, VA
$6,435/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clifton, VA vs. the state and national average

Clifton, VA
$6,435/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clifton vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,435/mo
$7,029/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Clifton, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,077/mo
Private
$7,500/mo
Studio
$7,193/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,895/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,080/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Clifton over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Clifton, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Clifton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Clifton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Clifton

Modena Reserve at Kensington

5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.

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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Brookdale Lake Ridge in Woodbridge, VA

5.0
We give them 5's across the board. My dad's case was difficult. They were very open and candid and supportive and caring. We are grateful to have had chosen them. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far and I have already recommended them

Clifton review score based on 175 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 175 reviews of 26 Clifton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Clifton review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Clifton review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Clifton, VA26 facilities
9.0
Manassas Park, VA21 facilities
8.8
Burke Centre, VA58 facilities

Review subcategories for Clifton assisted living

When assisted living 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 175 reviews of 26 Clifton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Clifton resident and family assisted living 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.
Clifton, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Clifton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clifton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clifton, 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 Clifton assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Clifton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clifton, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
73.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.2%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Clifton assisted living

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 Clifton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clifton, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
65.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clifton assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Clifton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clifton, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
65.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.6%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Clifton assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Clifton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clifton, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
57.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clifton assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Clifton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clifton, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
65.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
65.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Clifton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Clifton protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 33 assisted living facilities near Clifton, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Clifton, Virginia are Avalon House on Dominion Crest, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Oakview Drive. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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