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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sunset Hills, VA
Memory care in Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills is about $7,056 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 36 communities, read 808 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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They do an absolutely wonderful job at Brightview Great Falls! My loved one has Parkinson's and dementia, and the staff here do a wonderful job taking care of him. The memory care staff are all specially...
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...
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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.
Arbor Terrace Fairfax provides the highest quality of geriatric care in the Chantilly, Virginia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care and attention tailored...
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Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We were...
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.
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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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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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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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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.
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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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 Sunset Hills, VA
The average cost of senior living in Sunset Hills is $7,056 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leesburg, VA with an average of $6,886 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Sunset Hills
Recent reviews for memory care in Sunset Hills
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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Harpers Station Gainesville
4.9
I would and do highly recommend Harper's Station. Dad was very happy there. His and my only issue was phone service. It was constantly going down for hours to days at a time. Dad was one of the first residents there so it may have been resolved by now.
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Dedicated and compassionate staff. Numerous reviews praise the caring and supportive nature of the staff at different communities. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, the caring attitude of the staff is mentioned as a major reason for choosing the community. Families at Sunrise of Vienna express ap ...
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Customized care and activity programs. Activities and care plans tailored to residents' unique needs are frequently mentioned as a positive aspect of various communities. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, residents are kept engaged and active through a variety of activities, while Great Falls Memory Car ...
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Thorough communication between families and staff. Clear and open communication between families and staff is consistently mentioned as an essential element for peace of mind. Families at The Providence Fairfax appreciate the prompt responses from staff, while Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks highlights the importa ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities are often highlighted as a significant factor in residents' satisfaction. Reviews for Great Falls Memory Care by Artis and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac mention the pleasant and well-maintained living spaces, while Sun ...
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Competent memory care management. Effective memory care management is a key feature mentioned in several reviews. At Sunrise of Hunter Mill, Sunrise of Hunter Mill is praised for their expertise in caring for residents with memory loss, while Great Falls Memory Care by Artis notes that their loved one's memory care was well- ...
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Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. A warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents feel included and valued is emphasized in reviews for various communities. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, the staff creates a sense of family and community for residents, while Sunrise of Vienna expresses gratitud ...
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Sunset Hills review score based on 301 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 301 reviews of 32 Sunset Hills memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Sunset Hills 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
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Review subcategories for Sunset Hills 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 301 reviews of 32 Sunset Hills memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sunset Hills 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.Sunset Hills, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
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Sunset Hills memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunset Hills memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunset Hills, 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 Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sunset Hills, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
84.4%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
87.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90.6%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
56.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.3%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.3%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
84.4%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
68.8%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
62.5%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
71.9%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.9%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
59.4%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunset Hills, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.9%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
68.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
65.6%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
78.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
75%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.1%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.4%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
81.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
65.6%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
78.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, Falcons Landing and Sunrise of Hunter Mill are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sunset Hills, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 36 memory care facilities near Sunset Hills, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Sunset Hills, Virginia are Falcons Landing, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac and Sunrise of Hunter Mill. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 36 memory care facilities near you in Sunset Hills, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sunset Hills, 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 Sunset Hills, 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 Sunset Hills, Virginia ranges from $100 to $16500. The average Memory Care cost in Sunset Hills, Virginia is $7,056. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sunset Hills, 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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