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The cost of independent living in Fairfax Forest is about $5,271 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 67 options. Read 1424 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of The Providence Fairfax
1313 Photos available
9.4
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15 reviews
9.4
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Her first night was scary (for her). She adapted quickly. The staff are great. I would definitely recommend The Providence to others. Yes. It's expensive. But peace of mind that my loved one is safe and...
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.
With no large entry fee, The Providence offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in the heart of Fairfax, Virginia. The Providence features a warm and nurturing holistic approach to senior living that ensures residents thrive, with a portfolio of amenities and experiences as vibrant and distinctive...
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Photo of The Virginian by Cogir
3535 Photos available
9.3
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37 reviews
9.3
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37 reviews
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The staff members are very friendly and the food overall is good. Yes, I would recommend The Virginian by Cogir to other families, however it is expensive.
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.
The Virginian is full service retirement community located on 32 secluded and wooded acres in the heart of Fairfax, VA. and is managed by Life Care Services. A long driveway right off of Arlington Blvd. leads you away from the hustle and bustle of crowded Northern Virginia life to the five-floor...
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1717 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.0
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20 reviews
9.0
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I would definitely recommend Sunrise. The office staff are caring, helpful, and knowledgeable. They were wonderful with my husband and very attentive and friendly with me. We felt so comfortable 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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2020 Photos available
9.9
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59 reviews
9.9
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59 reviews
5 star
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Chevy Chase House has been an unexpected but intensely needed gift for our family. After my mom’s death and my dad’s relocation from Florida to DC this summer, we were all gutted emotionally and just...
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.
Discover Boutique Assisted Living at Chevy Chase House, located in the heart of one of DC's most vibrant neighborhoods. Recently named a Best of Assisted Living and an All-Star winner by A Place for Mom, Chevy Chase House is focused on resident satisfaction and improving the lives of our...
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1010 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
9.8
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33 reviews
9.8
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My mom has been happy at Acclaim at Belmont Bay. It was a difficult transition for her, but everyone is so kind. She is slowly but surely making friends and starting to participate in activities. There are...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Enjoy resort-style senior living, complete with upscale services and amenities at Acclaim at Belmont Bay. Now Open - Schedule your visit today!Our independent lifestyle rental community welcomes seniors 62 years or better to live their golden years in Woodbridge, VA. Located just 20 miles south...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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27 reviews
9.8
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Fives across the board. Outstanding in every way. Undergoing some managerial changes at this time so there are some vacancies at the top but that does not seem to have adversely impacted the day-to-day...
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.
Sunrise at Fox Hill is Sunrise Senior Living's premier community! With easy access to Washington, DC and northern Virginia, our residents and families love our location which is just minutes from downtown Bethesda's exciting shops, restaurants and cultural activities. Fox Hill Assisted Living...
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Photo of Sunrise of Hunter Mill
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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52 reviews
9.6
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For us, and what we like the most about the community is the proximity to our home, and their acceptance of family visiting. My wife is able to visit her mother daily and even participate in their...
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.
Sunrise at Hunter Mill has been ranked as one of the top communities in 2013 on SeniorAdvisor.com, the premier online ratings and reviews site for senior living communities nationwide. The SeniorAdvisor 2013 Excellence Award recognizes senior living communities who receive consistently high...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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75 reviews
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The staff is friendly and provides great care to the residents. It is a very clean facility. They are easier for me to get in touch with when I have questions about my father's care. The food and activities...
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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Photo of Harmony at Chantilly
1212 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.4
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69 reviews
9.4
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The sales staff and nursing staff were awesome. Though my dad was only an official resident for about a week, the team really tried to improve his quality of life.
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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Photo of Aarondale Community
1212 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.4
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82 reviews
9.4
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They were amazing and I'd highly recommend them. It was my sister that was at Aarondale and she was only there for five weeks. She was on hospice for pancreatic cancer. So I can't speak to amenities social...
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.
Experience Senior Care at AarondaleSurrounded by lovely gardens and a meticulously landscaped setting in Springfield, Virginia, Aarondale stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just minutes from Washington, D.C., our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, Assisted...
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Photo of Hunters Woods at Trails Edge
1717 Photos available
9.3
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31 reviews
9.3
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31 reviews
5 star
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Nice facility, on-site PCP and other healthcare services. Food is good. Some, but not all, staff are attentive and friendly. Lots of activities.
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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Photo of Vitality Living Arlington
3232 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
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9.3
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95 reviews
9.3
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CAnnot comment on the activities, did not use. I didn't live in Vitality Living. My husband was there for a month of respite care. I was impressed with the health care which my husband received. Hector, the...
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.
As one of the premier assisted living and memory care communities in the Washington, D.C., area, we are conveniently located in the heart of Arlington, Va., an upscale area consistently ranked among the wealthiest counties in the United States. We’re close to casual and fine dining...
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Photo of Sunrise of Springfield
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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51 reviews
9.2
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51 reviews
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The daily activities are amazing! The number, length and variety. The activities staff enjoy their job and it shows. It makes the days very enjoyable. There is something for everyone. I don't how to be...
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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Photo of The Jefferson
3636 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.2
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47 reviews
9.2
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47 reviews
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The fact that I was leaving a large home on several acres for a small apartment. There's tons to do if you want but no pressure if you don't
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 The Jefferson, where ownership and a unique approach to active aging are conveniently located at The Gateway to Arlington Virginia, just minutes away from Washington, DC.The Jefferson has skillfully combined independence, luxury,services and amenities with the security of home...
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Photo of Cogir of West End, Alexandria
2828 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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32 reviews
9.2
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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.
An Outstanding LocationLocated next to Cameron Station and just minutes from historic Old Town, Cogir of West End, Alexandria provides a convenient location for seniors to reside close to their children, grandchildren, and friends, while remaining in the community they love.This 116-suite,...
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Photo of Sunrise of Reston Town Center
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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44 reviews
9.0
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44 reviews
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The memory care center within Sunrise of Reston Town Center was a great place for my Dad. He was only there for a short time, but the staff was very caring and attentive, and helped lift the weight off my...
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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Photo of Sunrise of Vienna
77 Photos available
8.9
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21 reviews
8.9
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My mother would prefer for the good Lord to take her, so she does not use her call button the way she should — which has resulted in several falls. Because of that, the staff put her in a higher tier of care...
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.
A Vibrant and Engaging CommunitySpecialized design and décor that promotes comfort and safety—consistent with the area’s architectural character.Programs and events calendar that encourages each resident to Live With Purpose™ every day.You’ll enjoy cuisine tailored to your tastes and...
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My husband rebounded from 2-person assist to independence! It is expensive, but caring for a 2-person assist resident takes a lot of work.
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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Photo of Sunrise Braddock Glen
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.7
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29 reviews
8.7
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29 reviews
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Braddock Glen is outstanding in every way and my mother (resident) and I could not be more pleased with the staff, management and facility. The residents are happy and friendly. The staff is on top of every...
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.
Braddock Glen in Fairfax, Virginia is a warm and friendly low-cost assisted living community where every resident receives personalized assistance, supportive services, and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, community setting from long-tenured team members. We are...
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Photo of Heatherwood Retirement Community
1212 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.7
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107 reviews
8.7
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107 reviews
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Heatherwood is has been a wonderful experience for my father. He's very happy there. He really likes the staff, outings and the activities. The staff is attentive, listens, treats residents with respect 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.
Experience Senior Care at HeatherwoodNestled in a charming residential setting in Burke, Virginia, Heatherwood stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from D.C., our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, premier retirement community, and...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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The only problem I have had was some miscommunication. When matters I was confused about were brought to the attention of the pertinent parties/department, they were immediately addressed so I could...
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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8.5
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It is elegant but individually paced...delightful experience The Trillium! I would recommend The Trillim to others who are currently searching for a place. I am proud to live at the Trillium.
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.
The Trillium at Tysons: Redefining Retirement Living with Approachable EleganceWelcome to The Trillium, where retirement living is elevated through impeccable design, personalized service, and a seamless blend of hospitality and care. Having first welcomed residents in August of 2024, The...
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Photo of The Gardens at Fair Oaks
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8.5
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Beautiful, spacious rooms in a gorgeous setting! Staff is courteous and helpful. Dining is amazing in quality and variety. Amenities and activities are plentiful and fun! This is a wonderful place to live...
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.
We believe that everyone deserves days filled with joy and purpose.That’s why for more than 20 years, The Gardens has been a family-owned assisted living community that’s also a leader in innovative personalized care programs. Our interdisciplinary team provides a safe and loving environment...
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1818 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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The staff in general is very caring and attentive. Activities are plentiful. Service in the dining room could be improved between wait times and getting orders right. For the pricing they could be better...
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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1212 Photos available
8.5
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54 reviews
8.5
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54 reviews
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Great place the convenience of everything being close is to die for.... Restaurants, groceries, etc..... Neighbors are great very homely sense of community can't say enough about the people.... The community...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
From meeting friends to participating in wellness activities, residents at Manchester Lakes Senior Apartment Community enjoy a host of features and amenities designed with their independence in mind. Controlled access, an emergency response system, transportation via Fastran and elevator service...

Cost of independent living in Fairfax Forest, VA

The average cost of senior living in Fairfax Forest is $5,271 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Church, VA with an average of $5,087 per month.

Independent living costs in Fairfax Forest, VA, vs. nearby cities

Fairfax Forest, VA
$5,271/mo
$5,385/mo

Independent living costs in Fairfax Forest, VA, vs. state and national averages

Fairfax Forest, VA
$5,271/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Fairfax Forest, VA, vs. other senior living options

$7,528/mo
Independent Living
$5,271/mo

Independent living costs in Fairfax Forest, VA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,985/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,112/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,880/mo

Senior living costs in Fairfax Forest 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: Fairfax Forest, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFairfax Forest, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,271/mo$4,653/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$6,448/mo$5,489/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$7,528/mo$5,504/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Fairfax Forest, VA:$5,271/mo
Virginia:$4,653/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Fairfax Forest, VA:$6,448/mo
Virginia:$5,489/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Fairfax Forest, VA:$7,528/mo
Virginia:$5,504/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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Independent living costs in Fairfax Forest, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Fairfax Forest 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.

Fairfax Forest, VAVA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Fairfax Forest, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fairfax Forest 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 median 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
Fairfax Forest, VA$5,454/mo$4,679/mo+16.6%
Virginia$3,635/mo$3,403/mo+6.8%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Fairfax Forest, VA
2024 average cost:$5,454/mo
2023 average cost:$4,679/mo
Percent change:+16.6%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,635/mo
2023 average cost:$3,403/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fairfax Forest

Recent reviews for independent living in Fairfax Forest

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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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD

4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautifully landscaped grounds. Several reviews mention the lovely gardens and outdoor spaces at different communities, such as Falcons Landing, where residents enjoy taking leisurely walks and tending to their own raised gardens.
Accommodating and friendly staff. Multiple reviews highlight the kind and helpful nature of the staff at various communities, like Sommerset Retirement Community, where they go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and welcome newcomers with open arms.
Varied and engaging activities. Activities offerings are a significant factor for many residents, with communities like Hunters Woods at Trails Edge providing a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active, from games to crafts and exercise classes.
Excellent and accommodating dining experiences. Residents consistently praise the quality of the food at their communities, such as The Jefferson, where the chef caters to individual dietary preferences and the dining atmosphere is enjoyable and social.
Secure and inviting atmosphere. Several reviews mention the sense of safety and security at their communities, like Harmony at Chantilly, where residents appreciate the peace of mind that comes with living in a well-maintained and inclusive environment.
Resident-centered care and attention. Reviews emphasize the individualized care and support that residents receive at various communities, like Cogir Alexandria Fillmore, where staff members take the time to understand each resident's unique needs and preferences.
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Fairfax Forest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairfax Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairfax Forest, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fairfax Forest independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fairfax Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairfax Forest, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.8%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.3%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
62.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.5%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
49.1%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairfax Forest independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fairfax Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairfax Forest, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.5%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.3%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
62.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
49.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairfax Forest independent 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 independent living communities in Fairfax Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairfax Forest, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
67.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.3%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.7%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.8%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.4%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.3%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.2%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.2%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
67.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
54.7%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.9%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Providence Fairfax, The Virginian by Cogir and Sunrise of Fairfax are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fairfax Forest, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 67 independent living facilities near Fairfax Forest, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fairfax Forest, Virginia are Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Paramount Senior Living at Manassas and Sunrise of Montgomery Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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