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Assisted living costs in Canova average about $7,071 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 361 communities in Canova. Our detailed directory has 7059 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Alexandria, Woodbridge and Manassas.

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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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We were looking into respite care for a loved one, and were having trouble finding somewhere that accepted stays shorter than a month. Aastoria II was able to accommodate us in this regard, and they did a...
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.
Aastoria II is located in Columbia, MD in Howard County. Our residential care home provides what you need each day in an area that is great to call home. Those who spend time in Columbia appreciate all that it has to offer. Residents and guests enjoy checking out Robinson Nature Center, Lake...
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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.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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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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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.
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I can't thank Diana and Hazel and all the staff for the beautiful care they took of my mother. She needed quite a lot of help in her daily activities, and she constantly told her family about the kindness...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Rutherford Manor is a residential care home situated in Davidsonville, which is in the semi-rural countryside of Maryland, part of Anne Arundel County. Davidsonville consists primarily of farmland and rolling hills dotted with sheep and cattle. One can expect to live a quiet life in...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Friendship Assisted LivingFriendship Assisted Living is located in West Friendship, MD in Howard County. This residential care home is set in an area that is semi-rural and quiet. Those who spend time in West Friendship enjoy checking out Living Farm Heritage Museum and all of the other...

Cost of assisted living in Canova, VA

The average cost of senior living in Canova is $7,071 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include County Center, VA with an average of $7,071 per month.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Canova 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Canova, 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%
Canova, 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 Canova, 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 Canova.

What families are saying about assisted living in Canova

Recent reviews for assisted living in Canova

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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Harper's Station Memory Care in Gainesville, VA

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.

Arcadia of Crofton II in Gambrills, MD

4.4
The community has activities. The facility is a very home style setting, small number of patients, the staff is a 4-1 staff ratio. The director is very personable and helpful. The room my brother is in is his and can set it up anyway he wants. It is about as homey as you can get.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and compassion of staff members at various communities. At Heatherwood Retirement Community, the staff is described as going above and beyond to ensure residents' well-being, while at The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community, the staff is highlighted for ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Reviews consistently mention the enjoyable activities offered at different communities. For example, at Heatherwood Retirement Community, there are activities like bingo, cardio drumming, and lifetime learning classes that keep residents entertained and engaged.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Numerous reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Tribute at The Glen, where the building is described as modern and visually pleasing, and The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community, which boasts a beautiful community with friendly residents and caring staff.
Customizable meal plans. Several reviews mention the importance of meal quality in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Brookdale Lake Ridge, for instance, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, and at Tribute at The Glen, residents can choose from a variety of meal options.
Active resident community. Reviews often highlight the sense of community and social interaction among residents. For example, at The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community, there are always interesting and engaging activities for residents to participate in, and at Heatherwood Retirement Community, residents have form ...
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Resident-focused care. Resident-focused care is a recurring theme in the reviews. At Paramount Senior Living at Manassas, for instance, the staff goes out of their way to help residents, and at Lavender Hills Prince William Campus, the staff and residents encourage and support each other, creating a warm and welco ...
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Canova review score based on 1,370 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1370 reviews of 361 Canova assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Canova 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

Canova review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Canova, VA361 facilities
8.4
County Center, VA379 facilities
8.5
Manassas, VA379 facilities

Review subcategories for Canova 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 1,370 reviews of 361 Canova assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Canova 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.
Canova, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.1
3.2
Staff
3.3
3.4
Meals & dining
3.1
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
3.1
3.1
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Canova assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Canova assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Canova, 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 Canova 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 Canova that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Canova, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.6%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.6%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.9%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.5%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Canova 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 Canova Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Canova, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.8%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Canova 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 Canova partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Canova, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.8%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.8%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.6%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Canova 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 Canova communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Canova, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.4%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Canova 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 Canova offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Canova, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.6%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.2%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.2%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.1%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.1%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
36%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.7%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.6%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Canova

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 Canova protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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