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Residential care homes in Fairfax often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in Fairfax is $4,855 per month.

To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 437 care homes in Fairfax and read 1539 reviews of families’ experiences. You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Gaithersburg and Reston.

Residential Care Home Facilities near Fairfax, VA

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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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5 on all! The staff at Ambrozean Assisted Living community is caring and attentive, the house is spotless. Far better than some in that area, especially for the cost. Based on the experience we have had we...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Ambrozean Assisted Living is located in Baltimore, MD in Baltimore County. Our residential care home gives you a safe place to live in an area that is filled with opportunities to have fun. Residents and guests of Baltimore enjoy all that it offers including the National Aquarium, Druid Hill...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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The food is all homemade from scratch. They make special meals for all holidays and birthdays. This home was built for the disabled so all of the restrooms are wheelchair accessible. They decorate the...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Pleasant Garden Clover is a senior residential care home that is located in the exciting city of Baltimore, MD and in Baltimore county. Baltimore is the home of the Star Spangled Banner and its serene seaports played a large part in the American Civil War. The city even features a Civil War...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
All In The Family Assist LivingAll In The Family Assisted Living is a residential care home located in historic Baltimore, Maryland in Baltimore County. The city is just a short drive northeast of Washington D.C. and is filled with plenty of historic locations like the B&O Railroad Museum,...
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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.
Stump's Home Assisted living has proudly facilitated the needs of the elderly for seven plus years. Our mission is to provide 'home like' care for those who seek a friendly and caring environment. We are located a few miles from Sinai Hospital, a local city fire department, 83 expressway and two...
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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.
PJ's House of Care is a residential care home in the historic city of Baltimore, Maryland in Baltimore County. There are many wonderful things to see and do in this exciting seaport. The area is filled with crab shacks and oyster bars offering the best fresh seafood smorgasbords. Visitors and...
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Someone Always Watching Over You is a residential care community located in the city of Baltimore, Maryland in the county of Anne Arundel. Someone Always Watching Over You is in the northern outskirts of the city, far away from the heavy traffic and loud noise common in downtown. This senior...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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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.

Cost of care homes in Fairfax, VA

The average cost of senior living in Fairfax is $4,855 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include George Mason, VA with an average of $4,855 per month.

Residential care home costs in Fairfax, VA, vs. state and national averages

Fairfax, VA
$4,855/mo
U.S. national average
$5,079/mo

Residential care home costs in Fairfax, VA, vs. other senior living options

$8,359/mo
Residential Care Home
$4,855/mo

Residential care home costs in Fairfax, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,000/mo
Private
$5,384/mo

Senior living costs in Fairfax vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Fairfax, VA
Column state: Virginia
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Community typeFairfax, VAVirginiaU.S.
Residential Care Home$4,855/mo$5,926/mo$5,079/mo
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
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Fairfax, VA:$4,855/mo
Virginia:$5,926/mo
U.S.:$5,079/mo
Assisted Living
Fairfax, VA:$7,071/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Fairfax, VA:$8,359/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Fairfax, VA:$4,581/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Residential care home costs in Fairfax, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly residential care home costs have shifted over the past five years in Fairfax 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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Residential care home cost trends in Fairfax, VA

The table below shows how monthly residential care home costs in Fairfax 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Fairfax, VA$4,545/mo$4,369/mo+4.0%
National$4,801/mo$4,687/mo+2.4%
Fairfax, VA
2024 average cost:$4,545/mo
2023 average cost:$4,369/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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2024 average cost:$4,801/mo
2023 average cost:$4,687/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
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What families are saying about residential care home in Fairfax

Recent reviews for residential care home in Fairfax

Marians Assisted Living in Glen Burnie, MD

5.0
Marianne's Assisted Living has been phenominal. My mother has been there for 3 years. The facility takes them to outtings such as bowling, outdoor singing presentations. During the day time if your mom is able they go to the senior center to have interactions there. In addition occasionally ...
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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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Amazing Life Assisted Living Services in Fort Washington, MD

4.9
With Covid it's been difficult to get in, but I think they're doing a great job. You will find a very caring staff. They seem to really care about the needs of their patients, and they are extremely friendly and cooperative. The food is delicious. I don't think you could find a happier ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and care shown by staff members at various communities. At Avalon House on Dominion Crest, the caregivers went 'above and beyond' to ensure a delightful experience for residents and their families. At Avalon House on Cawdor Court, the long-term relat ...
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Warm, homelike environments. Many residents and families express appreciation for the cozy, welcoming atmosphere at their communities. For instance, at Avalon House on Cawdor Court, the feeling of 'home' was emphasized, with residents enjoying the 'quiet home with good personal care' and 'home-cooked meals every day'.
Customized care plans for residents. Several reviews mention the individualized attention and care plans provided at different communities. At Avalon House on Laburnum Street, one family was especially grateful for the 'day-to-day issues' being handled, allowing them to 'just spend time with their dad'.
Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and frequent communication is a key feature mentioned in many reviews. For example, at Avalon House on Oakview Drive, families appreciated being 'involved and helpful with problem solving,' and at Avalon House on Cawdor Court, caregivers were praised for 'updating [families] frequently ...
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Thoughtfully organized common spaces. Reviews note the importance of well-organized common spaces for socializing and engaging in activities. For instance, at Avalon House on Woodacre Drive, residents enjoyed the 'lovely Sharon as the head of the house' and the 'beautiful house and yard' that provided a 'warm and welcoming' enviro ...
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Considerate and flexible care options. Some reviews mention the flexibility of care options available at communities, such as specialized diets and scheduling accommodations. For example, at Avalon House on Dominion Crest, one family appreciated the 'home cooked meals every day' and 'accommodating nature of caregivers'.
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Related senior services in Fairfax, Virginia

In Fairfax, Virginia, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Fairfax is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Fairfax include bus routes. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Fairfax has fair biking infrastructure and is relatively walkable.

Fairfax offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Inova Fairfax Medical Campus and Inova Fair Oaks Hospital.

The city of Fairfax offers many arts and cultural opportunities throughout the year. Every week the City of Fairfax Commision of the Arts puts on a free film screening at the community center, known as Art Screen. The commission also holds an annual free performance of the Virginia Opera at the Sherwood Community Center. For senior history buffs, Fairfax boasts a number of museums and libraries where residents can learn about the city’s storied past.

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Avalon House on Oakview Drive, Avalon House on Woodacre Drive and Magnolia House Assisted Living are the top-rated residential care home facilities near Fairfax, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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