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Memory care in Shirley Gate Park 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 Shirley Gate Park is about $7,361 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 37 communities, read 1016 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I am very happy with the care my husband is receiving at English Meadows in Manassas. The caretakers are very loving , they know everyone by name and they know what each person likes. They do it all with...
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.
English Meadows Manassas Campus harmonizes home, care, and comfort all in our inviting and warm campus setting. This isn’t just a place that’s easy on the eyes. It’s a place to experience life.
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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
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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.
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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I've been very happy with Arbor Terrace Fairfax. The main thing I like is they have two separate wings, one for higher functioning residents and one for lower functioning residents. Since my dad is higher...
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.
At Chantilly Heights, LLC our focus is on care for seniors facing challenges associated with Dementia, Alzheimer’s and other types of memory impairment. Our resident’s minds, bodies and spirits are stimulated with joyful activities in secure and comfortable environments designed for each stage of...
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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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Sunrise provides excellent care for my dad. He has a comfortable space to live in. He has privacy when he needs it and extra help and therapy (PT and OT) available. The staff is kind and friendly. And the...
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.
Located just minutes from historic downtown Falls Church and only a few miles from the national capital, our setting is convenient for families living throughout Fairfax and Arlington counties and beyond. Sunrise of Falls Church is nestled in the heart of the scenic City of Falls Church, just a...
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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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The Kensington is very pricy. We moved mom in anyway for the activities. There was an adjustment period, and some care management changes that needed to be made. However, after one month we are on the right...
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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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My 86 year old mother was at Chesterbrook Residences for 9 month before she died peacefully in her sleep from heart problems. She loved Chesterbrook Residences, her apartment, the people there who became...
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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.
Chesterbrook ResidencesChesterfield Residences is an assisted living community located in Falls Church, VA in Fairfax County and home to just over 12,000 people. Falls Church is a busy city close to D.C., with lots of great stores, shopping and activities. Residents will enjoy going out to...
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Cost of memory care in Shirley Gate Park, VA

The average cost of senior living in Shirley Gate Park is $7,361 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bailey's Crossroads, VA with an average of $7,170 per month.

Memory care costs in Shirley Gate Park, VA, vs. nearby cities

Shirley Gate Park, VA
$7,361/mo
$7,373/mo

Memory care costs in Shirley Gate Park, VA, vs. state and national averages

Shirley Gate Park, VA
$7,361/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

Memory care costs in Shirley Gate Park, VA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,361/mo

Memory care costs in Shirley Gate Park, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,044/mo
Studio
$8,084/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,373/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,392/mo

Senior living costs in Shirley Gate Park 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: Shirley Gate Park, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShirley Gate Park, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$7,361/mo$5,453/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$6,506/mo$5,442/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$5,295/mo$4,621/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Shirley Gate Park, VA:$7,361/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Shirley Gate Park, VA:$6,506/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Shirley Gate Park, VA:$5,295/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Shirley Gate Park, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Shirley Gate Park 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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Memory care cost trends in Shirley Gate Park, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Shirley Gate Park 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shirley Gate Park, VA$9,533/mo$8,764/mo+8.8%
Virginia$6,857/mo$6,306/mo+8.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Shirley Gate Park, VA
2024 average cost:$9,533/mo
2023 average cost:$8,764/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,857/mo
2023 average cost:$6,306/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Shirley Gate Park

Recent reviews for memory care in Shirley Gate Park

Waltonwood Ashburn

4.6
My loved one is a resident at Waltonwood Ashburn. The staff is very friendly and approachable. The care associates are very capable and handle the residents very well. The food is good, or so my loved one says. Communication with the family is open, they are always available to answer questions ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kind and compassionate nature of the staff at various communities, including Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts Annandale, A Memory Care Community, and Sunrise of Vienna, who are commended for their attentiveness and dedication to thei ...
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Individualized care for residents. Families share experiences of their loved ones receiving personalized attention at communities like Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, Sunrise of Hunter Mill, and Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA, where staff take the time to understand each resident's unique needs and ensure their co ...
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Wide range of engaging activities. Residents find joy in the diverse activities offered at several communities, such as Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, The Providence Fairfax, and Sunrise of Vienna, which include games, social events, gardening classes, and museum outings that help keep them active and enga ...
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Communication with families. Clear and open communication between staff and families is crucial for residents' well-being, as expressed in reviews for Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, Sunrise of Hunter Mill, and Renaissance of Annandale, which mention the importance of staying informed and involved in ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Delicious meals and accommodating chefs are highlighted in reviews for communities like , {{1374831}}, and Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, where residents look forward to mealtimes and appreciate the attention to dietary restrictions and preferences.
Well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are essential factors in residents' satisfaction, as noted in reviews for , {{63174}}, and Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, which praise the meticulous care taken in maintaining the private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces.
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Shirley Gate Park review score based on 240 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 240 reviews of 31 Shirley Gate Park memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shirley Gate Park 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

Shirley Gate Park review score compared against nearby cities

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Shirley Gate Park, VA31 facilities
9.0
George Mason, VA38 facilities
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Fairfax, VA41 facilities

Review subcategories for Shirley Gate Park 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 240 reviews of 31 Shirley Gate Park memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shirley Gate Park 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.
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Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
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Shirley Gate Park memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirley Gate Park memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirley Gate Park, 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 Shirley Gate Park 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 Shirley Gate Park that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirley Gate Park, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
93.5%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
90.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
71%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
90.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
96.8%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shirley Gate Park 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 Shirley Gate Park Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirley Gate Park, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
96.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
87.1%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
93.5%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
38.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirley Gate Park 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 Shirley Gate Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirley Gate Park, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
74.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
90.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
90.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
71%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirley Gate Park 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 Shirley Gate Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirley Gate Park, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
90.3%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
80.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
64.5%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirley Gate Park 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 Shirley Gate Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirley Gate Park, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
90.3%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
74.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
64.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
93.5%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
90.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
96.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.4%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
83.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
87.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
87.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
80.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
87.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Shirley Gate Park

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 Shirley Gate Park protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens at Fair Oaks, Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community and Potomac Courts are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shirley Gate Park, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 37 memory care facilities near Shirley Gate Park, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shirley Gate Park, Virginia are Chevy Chase House, Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community and Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 37 memory care facilities near you in Shirley Gate Park, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shirley Gate Park, 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 Shirley Gate Park, 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 Shirley Gate Park, Virginia ranges from $100 to $18780. The average Memory Care cost in Shirley Gate Park, Virginia is $7,361. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shirley Gate Park, 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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