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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mount Vernon, VA
Assisted living costs in Mount Vernon average about $6,165 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 34 communities in Mount Vernon. Our detailed directory has 724 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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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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I like the care that my father is getting from this caring community. It is nice to see him have personal items in his own room from his past. We have been happy with the meals that we have shared. They...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Thetford House is a residential assisted living home in a quiet, friendly neighborhood in Fairfax County. Thetford House has been in operation since 1999, and continues to employ many of the same staff who were there the day it opened. With a staff to resident ratio of one to four, Thetford...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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
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.
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.
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.
EBY Health Services II is located in Fort Washington, MD in Prince George's County. This residential care home provides support when you need it in an area that is situated just outside the downtown district of Washington, D.C.. Those who spend time in Fort Washington enjoy checking out the Fort...
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely 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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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Unfortunately my loved one was only here very briefly before her care needs increased to the point where she needed a skilled nursing facility, but overall I thought they did a good job for the level of care...
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.
Labier Assisted Living has two small (8 residents) homes in quiet residential neighborhoods. Specializing in taking care of people who have memory impairments, Labier Assisted Living provides continuity of care by staff who have been employed for over 6 years and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Mount Vernon, VA
The average cost of senior living in Mount Vernon is $6,165 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alexandria, VA with an average of $5,821 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mount Vernon, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mount Vernon, VA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mount Vernon, VA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Mount Vernon
Recent reviews for assisted living in Mount Vernon
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
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Dedicated and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and care shown by the staff at various communities. For instance, at Sunrise of Alexandria, family members praise the staff for treating residents like family and for their responsiveness to concerns. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, the staff's friendly and helpful ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents often commend their community for providing diverse activities and social events, such as games, movie nights, and outings. For example, at Aarondale Community, the community's warm and welcoming atmosphere, combined with the variety of activities, make it a favorite among residents. ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the importance of good food in enhancing residents' overall satisfaction is evident. At The Landing at Alexandria, the meals are described as excellent, and the staff's accommodating nature in catering to individual dietary needs makes for a pleasant dining experience. ...
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Properly maintained facilities. Reviews often highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. For example, at Spring Hills Mount Vernon, volunteers note that the community's cleanliness is a significant factor in their decision to recommend the facili ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Families appreciate the open lines of communication between themselves and the community staff. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, the director is praised for setting regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones to keep everyone informed, both in person and virtually. At The Landing at A ...
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Personalized care and attention to individual needs. Reviews mention the importance of individualized care tailored to residents' unique needs. For instance, at Sunrise of Mt Vernon, the staff's accommodating nature helps make the transition for residents, such as a resident's move to hospice care, as smooth as possible. At Heatherwood Retireme ...
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Mount Vernon review score based on 134 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 134 reviews of 34 Mount Vernon assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Mount Vernon 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
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Review subcategories for Mount Vernon 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 134 reviews of 34 Mount Vernon assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mount Vernon 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.Mount Vernon, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
3.9
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Mount Vernon assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Vernon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon 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
70.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.6%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
47.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
44.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.8%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.8%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mount Vernon
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 Mount Vernon protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avalon House on Woodacre Drive, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Oakview Drive are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mount Vernon, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 34 assisted living facilities near Mount Vernon, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Mount Vernon, 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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