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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mount Vernon, VA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Mount Vernon area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Mount Vernon. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 45 independent living facilities in Mount Vernon, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Woodley Park, Mount Pleasant and Wakefield.
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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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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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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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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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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...
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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.
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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
St. Paul Senior Living at Wayne Place is a senior housing community located in the vibrant city of Washington, DC. With a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere, and lots to do in the city, St. Paul Senior Living at Wayne Place is the perfect choice for your new home. Washington is an incredible...
Cost of independent living in Mount Vernon, VA
The average cost of senior living in Mount Vernon is $8,531 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mason Neck, VA with an average of $4,750 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Mount Vernon
Recent reviews for independent living in Mount Vernon
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.
Modena Reserve at Kensington
5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.
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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Mount Vernon independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Vernon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mount Vernon, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.1%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.5%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40.5%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.8%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.3%
7.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mount Vernon, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.5%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.9%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
37.8%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.3%
16.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mount Vernon, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.6%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.8%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.1%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.2%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.1%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.2%
39.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.9%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
45.9%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
35.1%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.1%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
45.2%
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Sunrise of Hunter Mill, Paul Spring Community and Heatherwood Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mount Vernon, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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