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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Falls Church, VA
The cost of independent living in Falls Church is about $4,732 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 94 options. Read 1293 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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This is NOT a nursing home. It is an independent living senior residence with mostly 8-A subsidized apartments.
Provides: Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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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.
Set along the Potomac River and minutes from Georgetown, The Fitzgerald of Palisades offers a best-of-both-worlds lifestyle that’s easily accessible to Palisades’ charming main street corridor and all that Washington D.C. has to offer. Come tour with us today!
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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My mother has dementia and requires a lot of attention, but she is still very functional. We have moved her there a few months ago and we are extremely please with the entire environment. The staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
FREE RENT! Move in during the month of December to receive the remainder of December and January FREE! Please contact our office for more details. Apartments Available Now! Waverly House is a newly renovated senior community, located in the heart of downtown Bethesda, Maryland. We are located...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Alate Old Town will keep you seamlessly connected to the cultural heartbeat of the area. With Reagan National Airport less than 4 miles away and Washington DC within reach, the possibilities for exploration are endless. Our community is designed to meet the needs of active adults, offering a...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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I chose Morris Glen because they had availability and I really liked the area that it was in. I do think the apartments could be a bigger for the money I am paying, they are small but have good closet space....
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Morris Glen is an affordable Senior Retirement Community for those who are 62 years of age or older,and of low-to-moderate income. We offer 60 one-bedroom apartments,available in four (4) sizes; which all utilities are included in the rent, a community building for programs and activities geared...
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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.
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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 Army Distaff Foundation owns and operates the Knollwood, an independent living community in Washington, D.C., in the County of Washington. Located on 16 green acres overlooking Rock Creek Park, the Knollwood provides secure, affordable studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments to...
Cost of independent living in Falls Church, VA
The average cost of senior living in Falls Church is $4,732 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bailey's Crossroads, VA with an average of $4,754 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Falls Church
Recent reviews for independent living in Falls Church
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 maintained gardens and walking paths. Residents at several communities, including The Jefferson, Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase, and The Woodlands, frequently mention the enjoyment they get from the lush gardens and walking paths on the premises. These areas provide opportunities for residents to get outside, soci ...
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Variety of activities tailored to residents' interests. Activities offerings vary across communities and cater to the diverse interests of residents. For instance, at Sommerset Retirement Community, residents enjoy bingo, poker, and music programs, while residents of Paul Spring Community participate in gardening and crafting activities. These di ...
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Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the kindness and warmth of staff and residents at their communities. At The Jefferson, residents have enjoyed making new friends and feeling part of a close-knit community. Staff at Sommerset Retirement Community are consistently described as helpful and caring.
Excellent dining experiences and meal options. Reviews for communities like The Jefferson, Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase, and The Woodlands consistently praise the quality of the dining experiences. Residents appreciate the variety of meal options and the attentiveness of the dining staff to their dietary needs and prefer ...
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Secure and safe living environment. Several residents express appreciation for the feeling of safety and security in their communities, such as Sommerset Retirement Community and Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase. Staff and management ensure that the facilities are well-maintained and that residents feel protected an ...
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Flexible and accommodating staff. Residents at various communities, like Sommerset Retirement Community, The Jefferson, and Paul Spring Community, share stories of staff members going above and beyond to make their living experience enjoyable and comfortable. These accommodating efforts create a sense of appreciation and l ...
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Falls Church independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Falls Church independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Falls Church, 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 Falls Church 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 Falls Church partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Falls Church 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 Falls Church communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Falls Church, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.8%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.1%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
51.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Falls Church 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 Falls Church offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Falls Church, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.6%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.3%
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Sunrise of Hunter Mill, Sunrise of Vienna and Potomac Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Falls Church, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 94 independent living facilities near Falls Church, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Falls Church, Virginia are Sunrise of Hunter Mill, Sunrise of Vienna and Sommerset Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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