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10 Best Nursing Homes in Alexandria, VA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Alexandria nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Alexandria, VA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Alexandria or another care type is right for you. Browse 81 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Alexandria.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Potomac Heights, The Palisades and Tenleytown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Drury, Horsehead and Orme.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Alexandria, VA

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Last Updated: 11/2/24
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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.
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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.
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
Photo of Johnson Towers
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.
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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.
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
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Alexandria, VA

The average cost of senior living in Alexandria is $6,848 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dumfries, VA with an average of $6,412 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Alexandria, VA vs. nearby cities

Alexandria, VA
$6,848/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Alexandria, VA vs. the state and national average

Alexandria, VA
$6,848/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Alexandria vs. other types of senior living

$6,904/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,848/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Alexandria, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,003/mo
Studio
$6,923/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,494/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,136/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Alexandria over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Alexandria

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Alexandria

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

Alexandria nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Alexandria that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alexandria, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.4%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.1%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.1%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alexandria nursing homes

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 Alexandria Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alexandria, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.7%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.4%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alexandria nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alexandria partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alexandria, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.7%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Alexandria nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alexandria communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alexandria, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.9%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
46.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alexandria nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Alexandria offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alexandria, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.1%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
35.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
0.4%
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