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I'm late in writing this review but I drove by the other day. My mom spent a short fee months here when my dad had a heart attack. It was during covd which was annoying but place is great and very...
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.
This community, located in Annandale, VA, serves seniors and their families in and around the metropolitan Washington D.C. area. Brightview Woodburn features residential apartments and offers personalized care services for seniors who need help with the activities of daily living.Brightview...
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My parents needed a place to age gracefully after staying with us for over two years, we began our search for the perfect senior living facility. Many of the places we visited were quite large and somewhat...
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.
Brightview Great FallsGreat Falls, Fairfax County, Virginia, is located right next to a scenic National Park, providing residents of Brightview Great Falls assisted living community with abundant natural beauty in a historical setting. Named for the Great Falls of the Potomac River, this...
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We chose Sunrise at George Mason because of the proximity from my house, it was close so we could visit frequently. The staff were also very friendly and I talked to a couple of people who gave it high...
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...
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professional and clean environment and friendly staff
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.
Greenbrier Assisted Living is a large colonial style boutique and upscale facility located in the neighborhood of Tysons Corner and walking distance to the Tysons Corner Mall. With exceptional ALL INCLUSIVE pricing and NO EXTRA CARE COST, this secured community offers a beautiful backyard,...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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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The new community will finally open in February 2023, which will have both Assisted Living and Memory Care. What stuck out to us here was the affordable Memory Care and the up grades (such as roll in...
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.
English Meadows Prince William Campus is an assisted living residence that provides quality carefree living for today's seniors. With a strong commitment to maintaining an enhanced quality of life, English Meadows Prince William Campus is designed with the needs and preferences of the independent...
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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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Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We were...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.
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.
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My loved one has really enjoyed her stay at this community, the staff have all been excellent at providing great around the clock care to my loved one. My mother really is enjoying her dinning experience and...
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.
Tysons Woods is a highly celebrated assisted living facility located in beautiful downtown Vienna, Virginia. The home is nestled in a cozy little suburban area, just a short distance away from a large shopping center and the downtown historic part of the city. The home prides itself in offering...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Fair Lakes, VA

The average cost of senior living in Fair Lakes is $6,337 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bailey's Crossroads, VA with an average of $5,735 per month.

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

Fair Lakes, VA
$6,337/mo

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

Fair Lakes, VA
$6,337/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,337/mo
$7,015/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,893/mo
Private
$8,250/mo
Studio
$7,393/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,826/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,114/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Fair Lakes over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fair Lakes, 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 Fair Lakes.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fair Lakes

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fair Lakes

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

Fair Lakes review score based on 205 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 205 reviews of 29 Fair Lakes assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fair Lakes 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

Fair Lakes review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Fair Lakes, VA29 facilities
8.9
George Mason, VA56 facilities
9.2
Franklin Farm, VA38 facilities

Review subcategories for Fair Lakes 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 205 reviews of 29 Fair Lakes assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fair Lakes 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.
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Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Fair Lakes assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fair Lakes assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fair Lakes, 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 Fair Lakes 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 Fair Lakes that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fair Lakes, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
89.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
89.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
51.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
79.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fair Lakes 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 Fair Lakes Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fair Lakes, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
89.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
65.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
86.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fair Lakes 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 Fair Lakes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fair Lakes, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.2%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
69%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
65.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
44.8%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Fair Lakes 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 Fair Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fair Lakes, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
65.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
69%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
51.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fair Lakes 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 Fair Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fair Lakes, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
75.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
65.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
79.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
72.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
55.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fair Lakes

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 Fair Lakes protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Avalon House on Dominion Crest, Avalon House on Oakview Drive and Avalon House on Woodacre Drive are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fair Lakes, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 37 assisted living facilities near Fair Lakes, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Fair Lakes, 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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