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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Alexandria, VA
Memory care in Alexandria offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Alexandria is about $6,995 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 65 communities, read 1098 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
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.
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.
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 memory care in Alexandria, VA
The average cost of senior living in Alexandria is $6,995 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dumfries, VA with an average of $6,590 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Alexandria, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Alexandria, VA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Alexandria vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Alexandria, VA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Alexandria
Recent reviews for memory care in Alexandria
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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Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons in Woodbridge, VA
4.5
We chose HarborChase of Prince William Commons because they gave us a deal on the price and they provided my mom transportation to and from her dialysis procedures. My mom is in a private room here. The location of the facility is really easy to get to, very accessible for the area. I would ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Attentive and caring staff. Numerous reviews mention the staff's dedication and kindness towards residents. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Annandale, the team's caring attitude and professionalism are commended, especially in handling residents' needs with patience and understanding. Families also h ...
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Thoughtful activities for residents. Residents at various communities enjoy a range of engaging activities that cater to their interests. Sunrise in Chevy Chase offers movie nights and museum outings, while Arden Courts in Kensington hosts parties and has a lovely gazebo for residents to enjoy. Activities play an essential role in ...
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Communication and family involvement. Strong communication between staff and families is a common theme in the reviews. Sunrise of Chevy Chase keeps families informed with regular updates on their loved ones, while the staff at Arden Courts in Kensington encourages family involvement and maintains an open-door policy. This transpare ...
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High-quality care in memory care units. Families express appreciation for the exceptional care provided to their loved ones in memory care units. At Sunrise of Arlington and Mount Vernon, staff members undergo comprehensive training, ensuring they can cater to the unique needs of residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. The nurturing ...
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Beautiful and clean facilities. Community residents often remark on the cleanliness and attractiveness of their living spaces. Sunrise of Hunter Mill takes pride in its well-kept facility, while Arden Courts in Annandale boasts a lovely gazebo and spacious courtyards. The appealing environment contributes to residents' overall ...
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Proactive approach to residents' needs. Staff members at various senior living communities go above and beyond to meet the needs of their residents. Sunrise of Vienna quickly addressed an issue with a resident's move-in process, and Arden Courts in Kensington took steps to understand residents' quirks and draw them out into activities ...
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Alexandria review score based on 221 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 221 reviews of 52 Alexandria memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Alexandria 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
Alexandria review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Alexandria 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 221 reviews of 52 Alexandria memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Alexandria 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.Alexandria, 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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Alexandria memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alexandria memory care 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 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 Alexandria that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alexandria, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.2%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.2%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.1%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.3%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Alexandria 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 Alexandria Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alexandria, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.2%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alexandria 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 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
50%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.8%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55.8%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.6%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Alexandria 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 Alexandria communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alexandria, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.8%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alexandria 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 Alexandria offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alexandria, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.5%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.5%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.8%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.8%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
40.4%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.5%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Sunrise of Vienna are the top-rated memory care facilities near Alexandria, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 65 memory care facilities near Alexandria, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Alexandria, Virginia are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Sunrise of Vienna. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 65 memory care facilities near you in Alexandria, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Alexandria, 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 Alexandria, 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 Alexandria, Virginia ranges from $100 to $19700. The average Memory Care cost in Alexandria, Virginia is $6,995. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Alexandria, 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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