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Assisted living costs in Gainesville average about $7,071 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 356 communities in Gainesville. Our detailed directory has 7216 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Woodbridge, Manassas and Centreville.

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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Photo of The Willows At Meadow Branch
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I picked The Willows because it was clean, warm and welcoming. The staff is supportive and positive. My mom felt welcomed and at home from the very start. I like that they have PT and many medical services...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Willows At Meadow Branch is located in historic Winchester, VA. Our Southern style, one-story estate is located in a park like setting, nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Conveniently located near the heart of Old Town Winchester, yet secluded from major highways and the sounds of...
Photo of Sunrise of Frederick
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22 Floor plans available
8.0
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The care staff is excellent and admin listens to any concerns. My dad was only there for 3 months, but he made some friends, loved his care providers, and loved his room.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Sunrise of Frederick is an assisted living community in Frederick, Maryland, located just blocks from The Golden Mile (Route 40 west). Sunrise of Frederick is nestled in a suburban, convenient setting. We pride ourselves in our experience in Frederick County with nearly 15 years serving seniors...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Harmony at Laurel is a beautiful senior living community where comfort, connection, and happiness come together. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care neighborhoods, our community is thoughtfully designed to support every stage of life.
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Photo of Greenfield Reflections of Woodstock
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They are wonderful caring kind people. Food is great all home made. Staff are very kind with residents. Comfortable warm friendly staff. Clean. No harsh words always smiling. I check out a lot of other...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Here in the gorgeous Shenandoah Valley, you’ll find seniors of all walks of life embracing each new day with spirit and excitement. Go ahead — drink in the natural sunlight that streams into our brightly furnished community, and don’t forget your dancing shoes. Here, adventure is never hard to...
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I visited Tribute based on my research. As it turned out, due to another complication with my husband, I signed a contract for him to go to Tribute. After his release from nursing care, I drove him to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Located just south of Washington, D.C., Tribute at The Glen rests near the confluence of the Occoquan and Potomac Rivers. At home in the small suburb of Woodbridge, the community provides a full spectrum of assisted living and memory care services. Experienced caregivers aim to build lasting...
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Photo of Sunrise Braddock Glen
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.9
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Braddock Glen is outstanding in every way and my mother (resident) and I could not be more pleased with the staff, management and facility. The residents are happy and friendly. The staff is on top of every...
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.
Braddock Glen in Fairfax, Virginia is a warm and friendly low-cost assisted living community where every resident receives personalized assistance, supportive services, and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, community setting from long-tenured team members. We are...
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Photo of HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick
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The staff was very helpful and stayed in contact with me, I live in Montana. When I first went there couldn't believe how clean and new it looked. Room was very nice and clean. I visited Dad every day when I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to HeartFields, A Five Star Senior Living Community! Located in the Dearbought neighborhood, our beautiful, home-like, community, you will find 24-hour licensed nursing, dedicated caregivers, a secure dementia / Alzheimer's area, individual care plans, an on-site team of professionals,...
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1010 Floor plans available
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7.9
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three of the care aides aren't too friendly or helpful., care services - (room for improvement), (the hot box overcook the food), (activities appropriate for the majority of residents) 8=3 (I still have to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to The Jefferson, where ownership and a unique approach to active aging are conveniently located at The Gateway to Arlington Virginia, just minutes away from Washington, DC.The Jefferson has skillfully combined independence, luxury,services and amenities with the security of home...
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Photo of The Landing at Alexandria
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5!!! I thoroughly enjoyed my wk at the Landing. I would have like to extend it but I had reservations for FL. My stay at the Landing was like a mini vacation. Great food, friendly staff and residents, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
WELCOME TO THE LANDING, THERE’S ALWAYS MORE TO EXPLORE.A vibrant, thriving community, The Landing in Alexandria, Virginia offers a range of possibilities as breathtaking as its panoramic views of the Potomac River and Washington, D.C. Here, residents are in the heart of one of Northern Virginia’s...
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Photo of Cogir of Old Town, Alexandria
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Friendly staff, helpful when pushed. The overall decor was much more modern and updated. The memory care team seemed to be much more actively involved with the residents.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Cogir of Old Town Alexandria Located in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria. Our vibrant community boasts easy access to the area’s exciting attractions while also providing a modern, upscale setting. Cogir of Old Town Alexandria offers Residential Living, Assisted Living, and...
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Photo of Harper's Station Memory Care
11 Photo available
1919 Floor plans available
7.5
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What sold us on Harper station was that all three meals are prepared for Independent Living folks. Also, the fact that you can bring in nursing Aid assistance in small time increments into your independent...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Photo of Sunrise of Vienna
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Also the people at Sunrise were very nice and helpful. They went above and beyond to make [Name Removed] comfortable. I would stop in for breakfast and lunch and even dinner. They were happy to have me and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
A Vibrant and Engaging CommunitySpecialized design and décor that promotes comfort and safety—consistent with the area’s architectural character.Programs and events calendar that encourages each resident to Live With Purpose™ every day.You’ll enjoy cuisine tailored to your tastes and...
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Photo of Independence Court of Hyattsville
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7.3
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I really liked the cleanliness, friendliness, and the quality of care that my mom received while she was there. An improvement would be to provide beds with rails or some sort of cushions to help prevent...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Independence Court of Hyattsville is an elegant assisted living home that is available to residents who are looking for a peaceful place to live. This community offers its residents access to the historic city of Hyattsville, MD. Guests of the residents of this community will find that they have...
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Photo of Sunrise of McLean Village
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The facilities are modern, clean and well designed. Apartments are comfortably sized. The staff is kind and helpful. The food is good and more than adequate but I wouldn't say fantastic. Activities are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Photo of Sterling Care Hillhaven
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The staff at Sterling Care Hillhaven are very caring and helpful. The facility is clean. I would recommend this facility to those looking.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Sterling Care Hillhaven, our team has one core belief: that everyone deserves a great life. We spend every minute of every day ensuring that each person who walks through our doors truly can enjoy a great life.We invite you to learn more about what makes Sterling Care Hillhaven the area's most...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fairfax
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The staff, the residents, and the price is why I chose them. I would recommend it. It isn't perfect there are changes that could be made.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Arbor Terrace is a safe ,friendly, clean and comfortable residence where the caring atmosphere makes you feel right at home. The Executive Director, Farah Siddiqui, is an exceptional leader who is always...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Arbor Terrace Fulton looks at senior living differently. That’s because we believe no matter where you are in life, you deserve to pursue your passions, maintain meaningful relationships, and live every day to its fullest. With our state-of-the-art senior living and memory care community designed...
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A great place for your loved ones to continue life with a quality environment, top of line amenities, and great customer care. We are fortunate enough to know our mother will be cared for and given continued...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Experience Senior Care at The Wellington at Lake ManassasNestled in beautiful surroundings and small-town charm in Gainesville, Virginia, The Wellington at Lake Manassas stands out as the premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Arlington, our senior housing offers a...
Photo of Lavender Hills Prince William Campus
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The new community will finally open in February 2023, which will have both Assisted Living and Memory Care. What stuck out to us here was the affordable Memory Care and the up grades (such as roll in...
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.
English Meadows Prince William Campus is an assisted living residence that provides quality carefree living for today's seniors. With a strong commitment to maintaining an enhanced quality of life, English Meadows Prince William Campus is designed with the needs and preferences of the independent...
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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
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.
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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Heatherwood is has been a wonderful experience for my father. He's very happy there. He really likes the staff, outings and the activities. The staff is attentive, listens, treats residents with respect and...
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.
Experience Senior Care at HeatherwoodNestled in a charming residential setting in Burke, Virginia, Heatherwood stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from D.C., our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, premier retirement community, and...
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After being on the WLR "wait list" for approximately three years and enjoying all the perks associated with that -- meal vouchers, social events --we received a call in late November 2019 informing us that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Westminster at Lake Ridge is an assisted living community located in Lake Ridge, VA. Lake Ridge is located in Prince William County and is home to 41,000 people. Lake Ridge is a small city with shops and stores, where residents can enjoy getting out for exercise, going to pay bills, going out to...
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Staff and residents extremely caring, knowledgeable and friendly. Common areas kept impeccably clean. Quality of care outstanding. Meals and dining super diverse and high quality. And plenty of activities....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community, located in Leesburg, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Inspiritas - Memory Care. You'll have peace of mind knowing we are a Retirement Unlimited, Inc community, family-owned and operated in Virginia with a proud 35+ year tradition of providing...
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professional and clean environment and friendly staff
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.
Greenbrier Assisted Living is a large colonial style boutique and upscale facility located in the neighborhood of Tysons Corner and walking distance to the Tysons Corner Mall. With exceptional ALL INCLUSIVE pricing and NO EXTRA CARE COST, this secured community offers a beautiful backyard,...
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Morningside is an excellent organization who put their customers families first. They were very caring and understanding in a constantly changing family. There was good communication with timely responses.
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.
 Morningside House is located in the heart of historic Leesburg beside the Washington and Old Dominion walking path and just steps away from the Leesburg Senior Center. Walk to Raflo Park or downtown Leesburg and enjoy browsing through the antique or boutique stores and coffee shops. Market...
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Cost of assisted living in Gainesville, VA

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

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

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

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

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

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

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gainesville 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.

Gainesville, VAVA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Gainesville, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Gainesville 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
Gainesville, 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%
Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, 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 Gainesville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gainesville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gainesville

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.

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.

Gainesville review score based on 1,391 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 1391 reviews of 356 Gainesville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gainesville 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

Gainesville review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Gainesville, VA356 facilities
8.5
Haymarket, VA363 facilities
8.5
Manassas, VA379 facilities

Review subcategories for Gainesville 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 1,391 reviews of 356 Gainesville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gainesville 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.
Gainesville, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.5
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
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Gainesville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gainesville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.3%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
68.8%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.1%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gainesville 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 Gainesville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
79.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.6%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.8%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gainesville 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 Gainesville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
57%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.9%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.5%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Gainesville 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 Gainesville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.6%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gainesville 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 Gainesville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gainesville, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.1%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.7%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.1%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.1%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
56.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
37.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gainesville

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Village Gainesville, Harper's Station Gainesville and Avalon House on Oakview Drive are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gainesville, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 356 assisted living facilities near Gainesville, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Gainesville, Virginia are Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community and Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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