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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in East Falls Church, VA

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Assisted living costs in East Falls Church average about $5,816 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 110 communities in East Falls Church. Our detailed directory has 1467 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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Overall I think they do a good job at Woodbine. The facility itself is a bit worn down, but they keep it very clean and nice looking. The care staff here are all very friendly and professional. They seem to...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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
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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.
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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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: 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: 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: 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
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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
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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.
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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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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.
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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 East Falls Church, VA

The average cost of senior living in East Falls Church is $5,816 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alexandria, VA with an average of $5,817 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Falls Church, VA vs. nearby cities

East Falls Church, VA
$5,816/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Falls Church, VA vs. the state and national average

East Falls Church, VA
$5,816/mo
U.S. national average
$4,632/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Falls Church vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,816/mo
$6,959/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in East Falls Church, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,279/mo
Private
$6,218/mo
Studio
$7,614/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,276/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,805/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,500/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in East Falls Church over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Falls Church, 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 East Falls Church.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Falls Church

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Falls Church

Modena Reserve at Kensington

5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.

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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Brookdale Lake Ridge in Woodbridge, VA

5.0
We give them 5's across the board. My dad's case was difficult. They were very open and candid and supportive and caring. We are grateful to have had chosen them. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far and I have already recommended them

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and friendliness of the staff at various communities. At Sunrise Braddock Glen, the staff are described as 'welcoming and caring', and at Vitality Living Arlington, they are 'wildly friendly and helpful'. Residents and their families express appreciation for ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Sunrise of Fairfax, residents enjoy the 'delicious' food and appreciate the 'variety of options'. At The Landing at Alexandria, the food is 'good' and at Sunrise at Silas Burke House, 'the food is in ...
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Engaging activities and events. Activities and events are valued by residents and their families. At Sunrise of Fairfax, residents 'enjoy the activities and the care givers are especially attentive and kind'. At Sunrise of Hunter Mill, the community holds 'happy hours' for residents, and at Vitality Living Arlington, res ...
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Safe and clean living spaces. Cleanliness and safety are important considerations for many families. At Sunrise of Fairfax, residents find the community to be 'very clean and inviting', and at Sunrise of McLean Village, the apartment is 'nicely furnished and well maintained'. Families also mention the importance of feeli ...
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Skilled and attentive care. Residents and their families express appreciation for the skilled and attentive care provided by staff. At The Providence Fairfax, they mention the 'competent staff' and 'well-trained nurses', and at Sunrise of Falls Church, they describe the staff as 'kind and caring'. Many reviews mention ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is important for ensuring that care needs are being met. At Sunrise of McLean Village, families appreciate the 'regular updates' they receive, and at Sunrise Braddock Glen, they mention the importance of being 'in the loop' about t ...
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East Falls Church review score based on 430 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 430 reviews of 87 East Falls Church assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Falls Church 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

East Falls Church review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
East Falls Church, VA87 facilities
8.7
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8.8

Review subcategories for East Falls Church 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 430 reviews of 87 East Falls Church assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East Falls Church 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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East Falls Church assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Falls Church assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Falls Church, 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 East Falls Church 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 East Falls Church that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
75.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.4%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in East Falls Church 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 East Falls Church Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Falls Church, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80.5%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.3%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Falls Church 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 East Falls Church partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Falls Church, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.5%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
65.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.2%
14.6%
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Availability of select dining options in East Falls Church 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 East Falls Church communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Falls Church, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.3%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
49.4%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Falls Church 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 East Falls Church offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Falls Church, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.6%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.8%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.8%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.1%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.1%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.1%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
59.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
35.6%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Falls Church

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in East Falls Church protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Avalon House on Oakview Drive, Avalon House on Woodacre Drive and Avalon House on Laburnum Street are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Falls Church, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 110 assisted living facilities near East Falls Church, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in East Falls Church, Virginia are Avalon House on Dominion Crest, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Oakview Drive. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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