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Photo of Sunrise of Bethesda
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88 Floor plans available
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We were especially appreciative of the end of life care offered by Sunrise at Bethesda. They paired seamlessly with the Jewish Social Services Agency (JSSA), to make my brother's death dignified and peaceful
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.
At Sunrise of Bethesda, located northwest of Washington, DC, in Montgomery County, our residents receive the highest level of care inside our community while enjoying access to some of the nation's premiere hospitals, located just minutes away.Our beautiful community offers assisted living and...
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I would definitely recommend The Kensington. If you are looking for a very high touch, personable experience for your family member and yourself this is the place to be
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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Photo of Hanover Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Extremely helpful when moving in. Gave us extra attention the first two weeks. Cleanliness is a 4. They just hired another cleaning person. Room size is excellent and clean. Activities are good. Putting...
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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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Photo of The Villa at Suffield Meadows
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The activities are so interactive and enjoyable for residents. Food is great and accommodating to residents. Staff listens to staff requests and needs and adjusts so residents are happy. A clean facility and...
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.
The Villa at Suffield Meadows initially opened its doors for operation in 2010. The Villa provided Fauquier and surrounding communities with luxurious residential and assisted living options. Set on more than three acres and surrounded by the established, 55+ scenic neighborhood of Suffield...
Photo of Great Falls Memory Care by Artis
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We have been so impressed with everyone at Great Falls and feel so lucky that my uncle has such great care. The people are so kind and caring. He seems to really enjoy the activities and has settled in well.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Artis of Great Falls Memory Care by Artis is proud to be named a 2026 Best Memory Care community by U.S. News & World Report and is 2026 Great Place to Work Certified. Great Falls Assisted Living is located in Northern Virginia near historical landmarks, Great Falls National Park, and North Point...
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1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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I really liked Brookdale. And I think my sister did too. I've recommended Brookdale to several folks. They did have an issue with her sink and she could not use it for a month. Her room was a decent size and...
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.
You can live well and age well when you come home to our stunning and stately luxury senior living community in Woodbridge, Va., 25 miles south of Washington, D.C. Our community offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, so should your needs change over time, and you require memory...
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Very well pleased with everything except I am still waiting on a copy of the contract and no response on phone calls text messages and emails on information I need to submit to the Veterans Administration....
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.
Welcome to Cambridge Gardens Assisted LivingDiscover the best of Fredericksburg at Cambridge Gardens, where comfort, care, and connection come together in the heart of Lee’s Hill. Just moments from shops, entertainment, and trusted medical services, our single-level, maintenance-free community is...
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Photo of Brookdale Woodward Estates
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Very nice facility, people are very professional in their handling of the residents. The food service is very good. Noone looks like the in the need nourishment.
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.
Our community in Bowie, Md., offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, lively meals and fun outings. You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common experiences, such as career...
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Photo of Sunrise at Silas Burke House
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The campus is extremely well laid out for accessibility and everyday living. It is cheerfully appointed and clean. The staff is very professional, highly competent, and friendly. [name removed] and [name...
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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Photo of Sunrise of Vienna
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Also the people at Sunrise were very nice and helpful. They went above and beyond to make [Name Removed] comfortable. I would stop in for breakfast and lunch and even dinner. They were happy to have me and...
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.
A Vibrant and Engaging CommunitySpecialized design and décor that promotes comfort and safety—consistent with the area’s architectural character.Programs and events calendar that encourages each resident to Live With Purpose™ every day.You’ll enjoy cuisine tailored to your tastes and...
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Photo of Morningside House of Spotsylvania
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66 Floor plans available
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Unfortunately we were not there for much longer than 2 months. However overall, all of the staff were fantastic, very friendly and the level of care received was far better than the surrounding options.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Morningside House of Spotsylvania is the leading memory care assisted living community serving Spotsylvania County and the greater Fredericksburg, Virginia area. Unlike communities that offer only a "wing" of memory care rooms, Morningside House was designed and built exclusively for residents...
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Photo of Harper's Station Memory Care
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What sold us on Harper station was that all three meals are prepared for Independent Living folks. Also, the fact that you can bring in nursing Aid assistance in small time increments into your independent...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Photo of Spring Oak at Warrenton
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They work very hard and are very friendly but have multiple tasks so service is not always what was expected or promised. But for the price, this facility is satisfactory. This is our second facility and the...
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.
Spring Oak Warrenton is an all-inclusive assisted living community located in the heart of Warrenton, Virginia. Our dedicated team of professionals at Spring Oak of Warrenton truly value and respect the individuality of each our residents. Our staff has been carefully hand- picked so that you can...
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Photo of Artis Senior Living of Potomac
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Staff is very attentive, compassionate and professional. They encourage residents to participate in the many activities offered.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Artis of Potomac is proud to be 2026 Great Place to Work Certified. Artis of Potomac is located close to Congressional Country Club and Glenstone Museum, near Great Falls, Glen Echo and TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm. Nearby shopping at West?eld Montgomery Mall, Tysons Corner I and II, Friendship...
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Photo of Morningside House of Fredericksburg
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The Staff is very responsive to our needs and keeps us well informed on the progress of our family member. I would recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Morningside House of Fredericksburg is located in Fredericksburg, VA, Spotsylvania County, just 53 miles south of Washington DC. The community is conveniently located to Central Park Shopping Center and near Quantico Marine Corps Base.Residents of Morningside House of Fredericksburg enjoy private...
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So far our experience has been great being about one month. We would rate a 5. What we like the most about the community is the excellent food, the cleanliness of the facility, the courtyard and everyone is...
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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Photo of Harmony at Enterprise
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The care has been fabulous. She has gained weight which she desperately needed. She is in memory care and seems to really love the staff.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Harmony at Enterprise offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a welcoming community.Located in Bowie, Maryland, we offer comfortable apartments, inviting spaces, and daily experiences, life here feels easy and engaging.Here, support is always close, and connections help...
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They were amazing and I'd highly recommend them. It was my sister that was at Aarondale and she was only there for five weeks. She was on hospice for pancreatic cancer. So I can't speak to amenities social...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Experience Senior Care at AarondaleSurrounded by lovely gardens and a meticulously landscaped setting in Springfield, Virginia, Aarondale stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just minutes from Washington, D.C., our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, Assisted...
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Mom went to Memory Care and the unit was nice. Unfortunately Mom wasn't healthy enough to do much but they definitely tried to get her involved. We had a few hiccups with moving her in and billing. Location...
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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Photo of Renaissance of Annandale
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Working with [name removed] to find a place for my mom was a great experience. He was patient, listened and helped us understand what’s most important for her at this time. Tons of great insight and support...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Photo of Kensington Park Senior Living
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All of them are a 5! We love KP and are so glad Mom is there. The Staff are all just wonderful. Very caring, kind, friendly, attentive, absolutely super. The residents are great. And the food is lovely. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
At Kensington Park Retirement Community, our services and setting are as unique as the residents we serve. Whether you are seeking Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Alzheimer's/ Memory Care, Kensington Park is designed to provide an encouraging and comprehensive continuum of services. ...
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Sunrise of Chevy Chase has met my mom's growing needs. The staff is very kind and attentive. The administration is also very accessible and flexible to meet the needs of their clients.
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.
At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, conveniently located adjacent to Washington, DC, in Maryland’s Montgomery County, we provide a safe, comfortable living environment and excellent care delivered by an experienced, compassionate team of caregivers. Our beautiful community, nestled in a desirable...
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The meals are excellent. Waitresses are wonderful and certainly skilled and dealing with the elderly. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Other residents are also friendly and helpful when answering...
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.
Chancellor's Village has been a part of Fredericksburg, Virginia since 1991. We have over 85 years of combined senior experience. We are located on 15 acre wooded campus, between Washington, DC & Richmond, VA. Chancellor's Village offers both independent and assisted living to suit your...
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Photo of Sunrise Braddock Glen
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Braddock Glen is outstanding in every way and my mother (resident) and I could not be more pleased with the staff, management and facility. The residents are happy and friendly. The staff is on top of every...
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.
Braddock Glen in Fairfax, Virginia is a warm and friendly low-cost assisted living community where every resident receives personalized assistance, supportive services, and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, community setting from long-tenured team members. We are...
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Photo of The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane
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Everything but food gets a 5. My mom struggled with the meals -- some were better than others. So I'd give them a 3 for food. The staff was very friendly and attentive. My mom found the right balance between...
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.
Just a few minutes from Pike and Rose, 495 access and the Strathmore Music Center, The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane is both centrally located and beautifully situated on the Bethesda Trolley Trail. Our community offers Assisted Living, Enhanced Care and Memory Focused services and provide skilled...
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Cost of memory care in Dahlgren, VA

The average cost of senior living in Virginia is $7,372 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Virginia vs. 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 state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeVirginiaU.S.Cost difference
Memory Care$7,372/mo$6,999/mo5.3% above national median
Assisted Living$6,344/mo$5,830/mo8.8% above national median
Independent Living$4,048/mo$3,520/mo15.0% above national median
Memory Care
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.3% above national median
Assisted Living
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:8.8% above national median
Independent Living
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:15.0% above national median
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What families are saying about memory care in Dahlgren

Recent reviews for memory care in Dahlgren

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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Sunrise at Silas Burke House

4.3
The Sunrise at Silas Burke House was almost new when my dad moved into it - and the staff have stayed on top of the normal wear and tear, and addressed the issues that are normal with a new operation (service in the dining room, knowing where things are, etc.). The staff are friendly, helpful, ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive caregivers. Many reviews praise the kindness and dedication of the caregivers at various communities, such as Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, Artis Senior Living of Potomac, and Potomac Courts, who go above and beyond to support residents and their families.
Wide range of activities. Residents express appreciation for the diverse activities offered in communities like Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, Sunrise of Chevy Chase, and Heritage Village Gainesville, which cater to various interests and encourage socializing.
Thoughtful communication with families. Families describe consistent and clear communication from staff at communities like Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, Sunrise of Vienna, and Great Falls Memory Care by Artis, keeping them informed and involved in their loved ones' care.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Reviews for communities such as Artis Senior Living of Potomac, Potomac Courts, and Spring Hills Mount Vernon consistently mention the delicious and nutritious meals provided, accommodating dietary restrictions and enhancing residents' overall well-being.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Residents and their families express satisfaction with the cleanliness and upkeep of communities like Sunrise of Vienna, Potomac Courts, and Tribute at The Glen, creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere.
Engaging and supportive community environment. Reviews frequently mention the warmth and inclusiveness of communities like Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, The Providence Fairfax, and Morningside House of Spotsylvania, offering residents opportunities to connect with others and thrive.
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Dahlgren review score based on 1,002 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 1002 reviews of 163 Dahlgren memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dahlgren 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

Dahlgren review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Dahlgren 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 1,002 reviews of 163 Dahlgren memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dahlgren 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.
Dahlgren, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.8
Friendliness
3.6
3.9
Care services
3.2
3.6
Staff
3.4
3.8
Meals & dining
3.2
3.5
Activities
3.1
3.4
Value for cost*
3.2
3.5
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dahlgren memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dahlgren memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dahlgren, 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 Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dahlgren, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
74.2%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.8%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50.3%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.4%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.3%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.9%
69.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dahlgren, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.8%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.3%
45.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.8%
67.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dahlgren, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
61.3%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72.4%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
71.2%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69.9%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
54%
22.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dahlgren, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.9%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.9%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
66.3%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.4%
22.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dahlgren, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
74.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60.1%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.4%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.7%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.9%
50.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.1%
59.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.6%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
65.6%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.3%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.4%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
76.1%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
58.9%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.5%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.2%
46%
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State regulations for memory care in Dahlgren

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Dahlgren protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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