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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Glen Alden, VA

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Assisted living costs in Glen Alden average about $7,071 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 433 communities in Glen Alden. Our detailed directory has 8754 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Alexandria and Silver Spring.

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
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.
A Ray of Light Assisted Living is a senior care home that's located in Baltimore county, Baltimore, MD. Professional caregivers at the comfortable home provide assistance to seniors in a group home setting. The city was founded with Irish roots owing to its first governor, Cecil Calvert, Second...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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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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.
Homestyle Assisted Living, LLC is a residential care home located in scenic Pikesville, Maryland in Baltimore County. Located just 14 miles northwest of Baltimore, the city of Pikesville offers a number of scenic locations like the Patapsco Valley State Park, the Soldiers Delight Natural...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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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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.
Love & Faith Home Care is located in Baltimore, MD in Baltimore County. This residential care home is available to you with the kind of help that is right for your life in an area that you will love to call home. Those who visit Baltimore and those who choose it as their home appreciate all...
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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.
Photo of Royal Haven Winchester
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.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Winchester is a single level building on a quiet street in a residential neighborhood.  Residents have access to a large fenced yard with flowering plants and trees.  We are able to promote activity and independence within a safe and secure environment...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Glen Alden, VA

The average cost of senior living in Glen Alden is $7,071 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fair Lakes, VA with an average of $7,071 per month.

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

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

Assisted living costs in Glen Alden, VA, vs. other senior living options

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

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

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

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

What families are saying about assisted living in Glen Alden

Recent reviews for assisted living in Glen Alden

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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The Comforts of Home in Ellicott City, MD

4.6
I was referred to The Comforts of Home Randallstown location. However, that facility was full but they did have an opening in their Reisterstown location. All in all, I did like the Reisterstown location, both staff and overall facility appearance, except for the distance. Because of the ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and experienced staff members. Many reviews mention the long-term commitment and expertise of the staff at various communities. For example, at Paramount Senior Living at Manassas, families praise the consistency and compassion of the caregivers who have been with the facility for several years.
Thoughtful communication with families. Families express appreciation for the open and frequent dialogue they have with community staff. At Harmony at Chantilly, for example, some residents' families mention the helpfulness and transparency of the activities director in ensuring their loved ones are engaged and participating in acti ...
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Varied activities based on residents' interests. Communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities. At Aarondale Community, one review mentions the enjoyment residents derive from painting classes, gardening, and weekly outings to local attractions.
Individually tailored care plans. Reviews emphasize the importance of personalized care plans for each resident at various communities. For instance, at Tall Oaks Assisted Living, staff members create customized plans for residents' physical, emotional, and social needs.
Delicious and nutritious meals. Numerous reviews highlight the high-quality meals served at different communities. At Sunrise Braddock Glen, families mention the chef's accommodations for dietary restrictions and the overall enjoyment residents experience during mealtimes.
Welcoming and inclusive environment. Several reviews comment on the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at various communities. For instance, at Sunrise of Fairfax, residents and their families feel at home and appreciate the strong sense of community among residents and staff.
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Glen Alden review score based on 1,644 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1644 reviews of 433 Glen Alden assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Glen Alden 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

Glen Alden review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Glen Alden, VA433 facilities
8.4
Centreville, VA408 facilities
8.7
Fair Lakes, VA198 facilities

Review subcategories for Glen Alden 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 1,644 reviews of 433 Glen Alden assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Glen Alden 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.
Glen Alden, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
3.0
3.1
Activities
2.9
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Glen Alden assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Alden assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Alden, 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 Glen Alden 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 Glen Alden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Glen Alden, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.4%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.8%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.6%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Glen Alden 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 Glen Alden Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Glen Alden, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.2%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Glen Alden 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 Glen Alden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glen Alden, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.6%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.3%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Alden 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 Glen Alden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glen Alden, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.1%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Alden 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 Glen Alden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glen Alden, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.1%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.9%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.1%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.5%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
55.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.7%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Glen Alden

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens at Fair Oaks, Avalon House on Oakview Drive and Avalon House on Woodacre Drive are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Glen Alden, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 433 assisted living facilities near Glen Alden, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Glen Alden, Virginia are Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community and Morningside House of Friendship. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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