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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ballston, VA

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Assisted living costs in Ballston average about $7,071 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 107 communities in Ballston. Our detailed directory has 1705 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Rockville and Olney.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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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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I like the care that my father is getting from this caring community. It is nice to see him have personal items in his own room from his past. We have been happy with the meals that we have shared. They...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Thetford House is a residential assisted living home in a quiet, friendly neighborhood in Fairfax County. Thetford House has been in operation since 1999, and continues to employ many of the same staff who were there the day it opened. With a staff to resident ratio of one to four, Thetford...
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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.
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My loved one has really enjoyed her stay at this community, the staff have all been excellent at providing great around the clock care to my loved one. My mother really is enjoying her dinning experience and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Tysons Woods is a highly celebrated assisted living facility located in beautiful downtown Vienna, Virginia. The home is nestled in a cozy little suburban area, just a short distance away from a large shopping center and the downtown historic part of the city. The home prides itself in offering...
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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, 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.
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
In 1995, we started Cedar Creek because we saw a big gap in assisted living choicesfor people with dementia. We strongly believe people with memory loss feel safer and more secure in small homes like the ones they've lived in all their lives. At our homes in Montgomery County, our residents live...
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Jesus is Tender Loving CareJesus is Tender Loving Care is a residential care home located in a suburb of Washington, D.C. in Temple Hills, Maryland. Our community is known for rich history and numerous activities including Rosecroft Raceway. Temple Hills is a great place to live and a wonderful...
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
In 1995, we started Cedar Creek because we saw a big gap in assisted living choicesfor people with dementia. We strongly believe people with memory loss feel safer and more secure in small homes like the ones they've lived in all their lives. At our homes in Montgomery County, our residents live...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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, 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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Ballston, VA

The average cost of senior living in Ballston is $7,071 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bailey's Crossroads, VA with an average of $7,071 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ballston, VA, vs. state and national averages

Ballston, VA
$7,071/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Ballston, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,071/mo
$8,359/mo

Assisted living costs in Ballston, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,310/mo
Studio
$5,719/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,390/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,318/mo

Senior living costs in Ballston 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: Ballston, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBallston, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$7,071/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,359/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,581/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ballston, VA:$7,071/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ballston, VA:$8,359/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ballston, VA:$4,581/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ballston, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ballston 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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Assisted living cost trends in Ballston, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ballston 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 average 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ballston, VA$6,636/mo$6,488/mo+2.3%
Virginia$5,854/mo$5,621/mo+4.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Ballston, VA
2024 average cost:$6,636/mo
2023 average cost:$6,488/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,854/mo
2023 average cost:$5,621/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ballston, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Ballston.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ballston

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ballston

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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Lavender Hills Prince William Campus in Manassas, VA

5.0
The community really helped my loved one improve his mobility and he was himself again. The community was clean and neat and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Prince of Peace IV in Cheltenham, MD

5.0
I would recommend Prince of Peace IV to others. It feels like home and the environment is pleasing and clean. The move in process was very simple. I rate the care very high, as they notice any small changes in my mother's health and alert me immediately.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and experienced staff. Many reviews mention the exceptional care and attention provided by the dedicated staff at various communities, such as Sunrise of Vienna, Sunrise of Fairfax, and Sunrise of Hunter Mill, who have been with their respective facilities for several years and ensure a smooth transition for new ...
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Wide variety of engaging activities. Residents enjoy a range of activities organized by communities like Sunrise of Bethesda, Sunrise of Hunter Mill, and Fox Hill, which include games, art classes, gardening, and outings to nearby attractions, fostering a sense of community and personal growth.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, residents praise the high-quality meals and the ability of communities such as Sunrise of Vienna, Sunrise of Fairfax, and Sunrise of Mt Vernon to cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Numerous reviews highlight the friendly and inviting environment at communities like Sunrise Braddock Glen, Sunrise of Fairfax, and Heatherwood Retirement Community, which make residents and their families feel at home and valued.
Thoughtful communication and support. Communication and support are crucial aspects of senior living, as noted in reviews for communities like Sunrise of Mt Vernon, Sunrise of McLean Village, and Fox Hill, where staff members regularly update families and ensure their concerns are addressed in a timely and compassionate manner ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Across the reviews, the importance of cleanliness and upkeep is emphasized, with residents and families expressing satisfaction with the neat and tidy interiors and exteriors at communities like Sunrise of Bethesda, Sunrise of Hunter Mill, and Sunrise of Vienna.
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Ballston review score based on 317 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 317 reviews of 89 Ballston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ballston review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Ballston review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Ballston, VA89 facilities
8.8
Centreville, VA0 facilities
8.6

Review subcategories for Ballston assisted living

When assisted living 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 317 reviews of 89 Ballston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ballston resident and family assisted living 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.
Ballston, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.6
Friendliness
3.7
3.6
Care services
3.3
3.3
Staff
3.6
3.5
Meals & dining
3.3
3.2
Activities
3.1
3.2
Value for cost*
3.3
3.3
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Ballston assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ballston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ballston, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
74.2%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.1%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.3%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.2%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.3%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ballston assisted living

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 Ballston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ballston, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.1%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.6%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ballston assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ballston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ballston, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.2%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.3%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
66.3%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70.8%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
48.3%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Ballston assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ballston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ballston, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.6%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.6%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
50.6%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.1%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ballston assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Ballston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ballston, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60.7%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.3%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.3%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.8%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.9%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.6%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.6%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.6%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
41.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.8%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.4%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ballston

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ballston protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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