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1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.6
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40 reviews
9.6
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40 reviews
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Extraordinary effort by the Staff to care for my former Spouse. Dedicated, committed. The atmosphere was redolent of a high level of spiritual commitment, in addition to the mechanics of providing superb...
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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33 Floor plans available
9.6
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61 reviews
9.6
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61 reviews
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42%
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I am happy with the facility but most of the residents aren't as lucid as my Mom which makes it difficult for her to have friends there.
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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9.1
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29 reviews
9.1
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29 reviews
5 star
59%
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14%
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My mom was at Arden Courts for 3 years. Her caregivers were kind, attentive and very understanding of her needs. The community does a very good job of meeting the needs of people who cannot always express...
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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1515 Floor plans available
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8.7
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45 reviews
8.7
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45 reviews
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My mom passed away in [date removed] . I would give Harmony of Chantilly zero out of 10. Upper management doesn't care about their workers nor the residents.
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 Harmony at ChantillyIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Herndon, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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8.4
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17 reviews
8.4
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17 reviews
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My loved one is currently a resident at Hunters Woods at Trails Edge and the overall experience has been very good so far. It is a lovely brand new facility with friendly and helpful staff. I would recommend...
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.
Hunters Woods at Trails Edge is the perfect retirement community for vibrant living and an active lifestyle. It is a state of the art retirement community nestled in a tranquil wooded setting right next to the convenience of the Turquoise Nature Trail, Reston Town Center, and Reston Community...
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8.4
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17 reviews
8.4
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17 reviews
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I moved my mother to Waltonwood from a previous community, and she is thriving there. She participates in their programs and solves problems independently. The staff was very pleasant and answered all...
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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8.3
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64 reviews
8.3
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64 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Love this new place. The staff are amazing and genuinely care about the residents. They are in the process of renovating and updating. There will be a brand new Memory Care section. It's going to be so nice.
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.
Paramount Senior Living at Manassas is a premiere assisted living community in Manassas, Virginia. Our campus, which is set on six acres, is just a short drive from Washington D.C. and near downtown Manassas, a local shopping mall and an abundance of restaurants. Manassas is a quiet and peaceful...
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8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
5 star
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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.
Arbor Terrace Fairfax provides the highest quality of geriatric care in the Chantilly, Virginia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care and attention tailored...
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7.8
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7 reviews
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. Although I can say nothing bad about The Kensington 14K per month for any care facility in the US is too much. So I think I am more disappointed in the American care system than anything else. Absolutely...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in South Riding, VA

The average cost of senior living in South Riding is $6,620 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Long Branch, VA with an average of $6,022 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Riding, VA vs. nearby cities

South Riding, VA
$6,620/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Riding, VA vs. the state and national average

South Riding, VA
$6,620/mo
U.S. national average
$4,576/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Riding vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,620/mo
$7,035/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Riding, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,250/mo
Studio
$7,179/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,138/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,282/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in South Riding over time

South Riding, VAVA stateNational

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What families are saying about assisted living in South Riding

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Riding

Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA in Fairfax, VA

5.0
My parents current live at Fair oaks and for the last couple of months I have seen them flourish. The activities are always fun and right up my parents alley! The food by Chef [name removed] is delicious. [name removed] was extremely helpful with getting my parents settled in their new place. ...
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Tall Oaks Assisted Living in Reston, VA

4.3
Tall Oaks has been a good experience for us overall. Some staff is ok, some are fantastic. Overall we feel like our loved one is well cared for. We chose them because it seemed like the best fit.

Sunrise at Countryside in Sterling, VA

4.3
Everybody is very helpful and attentive to my needs. The staff come and check making sure I am okay. I haven't participated in activities yet since I'm still getting myself acclimated to my new environment. So far i am very happy and satisfied with my new place.

South Riding review score based on 79 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 79 reviews of 10 South Riding assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Riding 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

South Riding review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
South Riding, VA10 facilities
8.5
Stone Ridge, VA7 facilities

Review subcategories for South Riding 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 79 reviews of 10 South Riding assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Riding 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.
South Riding, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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South Riding assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Riding assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Riding, 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 South Riding 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 South Riding that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Riding, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
90%
51.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
90%
32.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
29.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Riding 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 South Riding Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Riding, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
90%
50.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
80%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
90%
40.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Riding 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 South Riding partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Riding, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
39%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
70%
12.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Riding 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 South Riding communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Riding, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
90%
41%
Room service
Room service
60%
34.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Riding 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 South Riding offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Riding, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
90%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
80%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
90%
47.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
90%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
90%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
90%
45.4%
Live performances
Live performances
90%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
80%
28.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
90%
44.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Riding

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 South Riding protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Avalon House on Laburnum Street, Avalon House on Woodacre Drive and Avalon House on Dominion Crest are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Riding, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 12 assisted living facilities near South Riding, Virginia. See the full list.

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