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Assisted living costs in Stafford average about $5,577 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Stafford. Our detailed directory has 172 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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Photo of Viva Senior Living at Stafford
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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52 reviews
8.6
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52 reviews
5 star
43%
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31%
3 star
10%
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My dad lived at Viva Senior living. He loved it there. He made friends and the staff were like family. The care and love we received as the family when my dad passed was so heart warming. I highly recommend...
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.
Viva Senior Living at Stafford is tucked away in a charming residential neighborhood only 8 miles from Quantico and 10 miles from Fredericksburg. You’ll discover all the advantages of small town living surrounded by an active community. We offer both assisted living and memory care services—and...
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Photo of Marian Manor of Stafford
11 Photo available
8.2
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12 reviews
8.2
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12 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
25%
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0%
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5 for all. They watch his medications very well. Nurse practitioner in often, blood work done on a schedule, well monitored, they never add extra charges. They are very caring and his medications are...
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.
Being surrounded by friendly professional staff, family, friends are the things that make a house a home is the very essence of Marian Manor.We provide special services in the comfort of our home, in a country setting on 12 acres while tending to the needs of the residents. They maintain self...
Photo of Harmony at Falls Run
1010 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.5
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67 reviews
8.5
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67 reviews
5 star
42%
4 star
30%
3 star
13%
2 star
9%
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There have been a few bumps in the road getting a good medication schedule established but Mom has now learned to speak up and walk down to the med cart if her meds are delayed. There have been 2 pipe...
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 Falls RunIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Fredericksburg, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Fredericksburg
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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21 reviews
8.0
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21 reviews
5 star
43%
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42%
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0%
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The staff is very friendly and patient. The location is great. [name removed] says he does not like the food but he always cleans his plate.
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 and Fredericksburg's premier Assisted Living residence! In our beautiful, home-like setting, located less than two miles from Olde Towne, Mary Washington Hospital and Interstate 95, you will find 24-hour nursing, respectful caregivers,...
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The community provides activities such as entertainment musicians, exercise classes, they take the residents outside frequently. Food is very good. I would rate the room sizes a 4. The staff really stood out...
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.
At Greenfield of Fredericksburg, we provide care for your loved ones and, at the same time, help them maintain their independence. Our beautiful, clean neighborhood-style assisted living community looks and feels like home, ensuring our residents' comfort while we provide the care they need. In...
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5 star
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I would highly recommend this community to others based on my experience. The community is kept neat and clean, and the staff is very nice and helpful. The food looks good, and they have activities...
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.
Hughes Home is located in Fredericksburg, VA, an area that is rich in history and beauty. Those who choose to make this assisted living community their home will find that its location offers much to do and see. Those who are guests of the residents of this community will find that they have much...
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Cost of assisted living in Stafford, VA

The average cost of senior living in Stafford is $5,577 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dahlgren Center, VA with an average of $4,590 per month.

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

Stafford, VA
$5,578/mo

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

Stafford, VA
$5,578/mo
U.S. national average
$4,635/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,578/mo
$6,092/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,850/mo
Studio
$5,214/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,634/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,023/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Stafford over time

Stafford, VAVA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Stafford, 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 Stafford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Stafford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Stafford

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

English Meadows 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.

Fredericksburg Assisted Living

5.0
We love that it is a small facility. Everyone is like family. The staff is excellent. The price is the most reasonable around. I would definitely recommend this facility.

Stafford review score based on 36 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 36 reviews of 6 Stafford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Stafford 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

Stafford review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Stafford, VA6 facilities
8.3
8.3

Review subcategories for Stafford 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 36 reviews of 6 Stafford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Stafford 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.
Stafford, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.1
4.6
Care services
3.2
4.2
Staff
3.8
4.5
Meals & dining
3.5
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Stafford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stafford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stafford, 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 Stafford 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 Stafford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Stafford, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
83.3%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
66.7%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Stafford 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 Stafford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Stafford, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.3%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
66.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Stafford 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 Stafford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stafford, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
100%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
15.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Stafford 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 Stafford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stafford, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stafford 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 Stafford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stafford, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Stafford

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 Stafford protect seniors.

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Potomac Place, Tribute at The Glen by Cogir and Brookdale Lake Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Stafford, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 6 assisted living facilities near Stafford, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Stafford, Virginia is Potomac Place. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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