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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Newington, VA

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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
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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.
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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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
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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I chose Morris Glen because they had availability and I really liked the area that it was in. I do think the apartments could be a bigger for the money I am paying, they are small but have good closet space....
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Morris Glen is an affordable Senior Retirement Community for those who are 62 years of age or older,and of low-to-moderate income. We offer 60 one-bedroom apartments,available in four (4) sizes; which all utilities are included in the rent, a community building for programs and activities geared...
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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: Independent Living
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gum Springs Glen, located in the historic Gum Springs area of Fairfax County, offers an exciting concept in affordable retirement living to seniors with moderate incomes. Designed for the active lifestyles of residents, each building features attractively appointed and spacious common areas for...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
With its desirable proximity to Prince William Parkway, River Run Senior Apartment Community affords adults 55+ and 62+ convenient, carefree retirement living. River Run is just minutes from the Occoquan River and regional parks, Occoquan Mill House Museum, Chinn Recreation Center and Woodbridge...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Newington, VA

The average cost of senior living in Newington is $4,821 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Church, VA with an average of $4,657 per month.

Independent living costs in Newington, VA, vs. nearby cities

Newington, VA
$4,821/mo

Independent living costs in Newington, VA, vs. state and national averages

Newington, VA
$4,821/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Newington, VA, vs. other senior living options

$7,001/mo
Independent Living
$4,821/mo

Independent living costs in Newington, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,031/mo
Studio
$6,662/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,031/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,449/mo

Senior living costs in Newington vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Newington, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNewington, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,821/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,016/mo$5,211/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$7,001/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Newington, VA:$4,821/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Newington, VA:$6,016/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Newington, VA:$7,001/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Newington, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Newington and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Newington, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Newington have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Newington, VA$4,089/mo$4,358/mo-6.2%
Virginia$3,405/mo$3,309/mo+2.9%
National$3,191/mo$3,044/mo+4.8%
Newington, VA
2024 average cost:$4,089/mo
2023 average cost:$4,358/mo
Percent change:-6.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,405/mo
2023 average cost:$3,309/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,191/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Newington

Recent reviews for independent living in Newington

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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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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English Meadows Prince William Campus in Manassas, VA

5.0
The community really helped my loved one improve his mobility and he was himself again. The community was clean and neat and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Newington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Newington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Newington, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Newington independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Newington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Newington, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Newington independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Newington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Newington, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
53.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Newington independent 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 independent living communities in Newington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Newington, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
44.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.5%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Springfield, Harmony at Spring Hill and Acclaim at Belmont Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near Newington, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 53 independent living facilities near Newington, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Newington, Virginia are Chevy Chase House, Acclaim at Belmont Bay and Sunrise of Chevy Chase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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