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The cost of independent living in Norman is about $5,145 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 176 options. Read 3046 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 Acclaim at Belmont BayCommunity card badge
1010 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
9.8
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32 reviews
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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
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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.
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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33 reviews
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My mom has said the food has been pretty good other than lack of salt. She is in the 2 bedroom, tons of closet space. It has a full kitchen with eating room at the counter. Right next to Fred Nats stadium...
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.
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1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.7
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39 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is the staff and residents, they are joyful. Great variety of activities! Yes, we would absolutely recommend Spring Arbor of Winchester t other families based on 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.
Spring Arbor - Winchester is in the historic town Winchester, Virginia and is an assisted living residence. Spring Arbor boasts colonial style architecture and is located just south of the Northwest Pike aka highway 50, just west the intersection of highway 37. It is only a couple of blocks from...
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99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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52 reviews
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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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It's not the newest or fanciest but every person we have dealt with is fantastic! They take excellent care of the residents. They could have more fresh food. Fresh veggies instead of canned. It's typical...
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.
Paramount Senior Living at Manassas is a premiere assisted living community in Manassas, Virginia. Our campus, which is set on six acres, is just a short drive from Washington D.C. and near downtown Manassas, a local shopping mall and an abundance of restaurants. Manassas is a quiet and peaceful...
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54 reviews
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The staff is the main reason I chose this facility. I just really clicked with the nurses. I looked at a fancy facility that was about the same price, but there are a lot of amenities that my mom would never...
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.
Potomac Place—offering Hometown Senior Living for Over 35 Years! At Potomac Place, we provide quality assisted living care and compassionate memory care services. We also have some of the LARGEST apartments at the BEST VALUE in the area.Our welcoming community and experienced team members help...
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This place was so nice and clean when I visited my grandma. The staff was excellent and made us feel so welcomed. It is so clean and truly a great place for her! Very thankful for this facility! Glad to know...
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.
We invite you to discover Hidden Springs Senior Living, an exceptional privately owned and operated Independent, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community nestled in the heart of Warren County, Virginia. Since 2008, our cherished community has been lovingly owned and operated by the Davison...
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9.5
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We interviewed 5 places and none stood the test of excellence like The Providence at Fairfax. The entire staff excels in every phase of care, kindness and happiness. They obviously like their jobs as it...
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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1212 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.4
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All a 5. I was very happy with the facility. We only moved because my mom needed assistance, and we found another place more affordable to make her money last longer.
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 The Estates at Charlottesville
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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9.4
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I just like the area. The facility is in a great location, is clean and well organized. Additionally, the staff was welcoming and communicative. I felt that my sister was receiving great care. I would...
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.
Morningside of Charlottesville provides personalized care in an elegant and home-like setting for residents with Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Care needs.
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Photo of Heritage Village Gainesville
2727 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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63 reviews
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63 reviews
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The staff have been wonderful, very loving and kind to my mother, making sure her needs are met. The activities are great, my mother stays active all day with the other residents. The only complaint she has...
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.
Heritage Village in Gainesville, VA, a well-established and bustling senior living community since 2016, is more than just a place to live. It's a family-oriented community that fosters a sense of belonging and independence among its residents. Our team, dedicated to providing customized care,...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg
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44 Floor plans available
9.4
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These last few months have been full of ups and downs for my dad [name removed]. It gives me great pleasure to say that your patience and care my dad has been exceptional. You have had the perfect blend of...
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 of Fair Oaks VA
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33 Floor plans available
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9.4
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Mom loves the food and the assistants. We have been having some issues with her hearing aids being put in correctly, but I think that matter is finely corrected. Meds are given correctly. Staff is always...
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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30 reviews
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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 White Springs Senior Living
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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We were able to move my mother into White Springs Memory Care guilt-free. We did visit frequently, had excellent communication with staff, and observed superior care at all hours of the day. Weekday staffing...
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.
White Springs Senior Living is a cozy senior living community located in the heart of Warrenton near Fauquier Hospital as well as the Warrenton Horse & Pony Show and historic boutiques in Old Town Warrenton. Wake up every day in a safe, intentionally designed living space. We tend to the...
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Photo of The Virginian by Cogir
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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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11 Photo available
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9.3
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16 reviews
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What sold us on Harper station was that all three meals are prepared for Independent Living folks. Also, the fact that you can bring in nursing Aid assistance in small time increments into your independent...
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.
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The activities are so interactive and enjoyable for residents. Food is great and accommodating to residents. Staff listens to staff requests and needs and adjusts so residents are happy. A clean facility 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.
The Villa at Suffield Meadows initially opened its doors for operation in 2010. The Villa provided Fauquier and surrounding communities with luxurious residential and assisted living options. Set on more than three acres and surrounded by the established, 55+ scenic neighborhood of Suffield...
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I would do 5 for all but #4 and #7. For those 4. It is a very nice facility, especially good for men since there are a number of them. Staff has been great. Always friendly and helpful. There have been a...
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.
RoseWood VillageIn 1983, we set out with a simple mission: to help families take care of their senior relatives. Everything we do at RoseWood Village starts with our Guiding Principle, Caring with H.E.A.R.T.™, which serves as a reminder of our Core Values of Honesty, Excellence, Accountability,...
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Caring staff, adequate staffing levels most times. Mixed elder population, no strict division between regular care and memory care. In my mom's experience, that meant more interaction between populations.
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.
Timberview Crossing Assisted Living Community Discover a place to enjoy life without the responsibilities of home. We offer around the clock nursing staff, creative, social, & spiritual activities, daily housekeeping and laundry service and much, much more Whether you need a smile, a gentle...
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88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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It is a small facility and that is what we like. He's doing well there. It is a hard decision and I think that families have to make that decision themselves. My father in law seems to be happy with 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.
Viva Senior Living in Berryville is committed to providing quality care that enriches life. Whether you're enjoying a delightful outing in our picturesque downtown or relaxing in our beautifully landscaped outdoor courtyards and patios, we believe you'll quickly feel right at home.
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1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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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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11 Floor plan available
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Staff has been very welcoming and extremely helpful in assisting my father adjust to living in the community. He seems to like the food (no complaints yet lol). Facility is very clean and comfortable....
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas is located on a beautifully-landscaped estate in historic Old Town Manassas, Virginia. You’ll feel like you’ve come home. Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas offers the conveniences and comforts of home with a personalized level of care and assistance...
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11 Floor plan available
9.2
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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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What we like the most about the community is the value for the money, administrative staff, and friendliness of residents. Yes, we would definitely recommend The Fairfax community to other families based on...
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 Fairfax is a continuing care retirement community conveniently located near Fort Belvoir, VA and is the perfect option for individuals over the age of 55 looking to enjoy and active, fulfilling life with none of worries of home-ownership. Meals, housekeeping and maintenance are included in...
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Cost of independent living in Norman, VA

The average cost of senior living in Norman is $5,145 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fredericksburg, VA with an average of $3,809 per month.

Independent living costs in Norman, VA, vs. nearby cities

Norman, VA
$5,145/mo
$5,131/mo
$5,595/mo

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

Norman, VA
$5,145/mo
U.S. national average
$4,179/mo

Independent living costs in Norman, VA, vs. other senior living options

$6,166/mo
Independent Living
$5,145/mo

Independent living costs in Norman, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,473/mo
Studio
$6,767/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,958/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,419/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,646/mo

Senior living costs in Norman 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: Norman, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorman, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,145/mo$4,684/mo$4,179/mo
Assisted Living$5,989/mo$5,511/mo$4,720/mo
Memory Care$6,166/mo$5,529/mo$4,976/mo
Independent Living
Norman, VA:$5,145/mo
Virginia:$4,684/mo
U.S.:$4,179/mo
Assisted Living
Norman, VA:$5,989/mo
Virginia:$5,511/mo
U.S.:$4,720/mo
Memory Care
Norman, VA:$6,166/mo
Virginia:$5,529/mo
U.S.:$4,976/mo
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Independent living costs in Norman, VA, over time

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

Norman, VAVA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Norman, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Norman 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
Norman, VA$4,152/mo$3,813/mo+8.9%
Virginia$3,625/mo$3,360/mo+7.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Norman, VA
2024 average cost:$4,152/mo
2023 average cost:$3,813/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,625/mo
2023 average cost:$3,360/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Norman

Recent reviews for independent living in Norman

Bellaire at Stone Port in Harrisonburg, VA

4.5
The major factors were the size of the community. It is small enough to not be intimidating. The other huge factor for my brother is that it actually has a decent size group of older guys who eat together, watch sports events together and keep each other company.

Lavender Hills 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.

Victoria Park in Woodbridge, VA

3.8
Management Staff is very professional and patient...much experience in senior needs and challenges. Maintenance request and response have been on point. Although, desire that the maintenance department be more focused in repairs so as to avoid repetition of the same job. Desire that parking be ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and Welcoming Staff. Several reviews for Jubilation, The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community, and The Fairmont by Barclay House mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term relationships that have been formed between residents and ...
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Varied and Delicious Meals. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. Communities like Harmony at Chantilly, Jubilation, and Harpers Station Gainesville offer a range of delicious meals, accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Engaging and Frequent Activities. Activities are a key feature mentioned in many reviews, with residents and their families praising the wide range of offerings at communities such as Chancellor's Village, Harpers Station Gainesville, and Harmony at Falls Run. Activities include movie nights, museum outings, and gardening ...
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Thoughtfully Designed Spaces. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. Residents of Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living, Waltonwood Ashburn, and Sommerset Retirement Community appreciate the thoughtfully designed interior spaces and grou ...
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Communication and Transparency. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is a common theme in reviews. Families of residents at Harmony at Falls Run, The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community, and Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living mention the frequent updates they receive from staff to keep ev ...
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Accessible and Accommodating Staff. Reviews of communities like Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, Harmony at Chantilly, and The Fairmont by Barclay House highlight the staff's willingness to accommodate residents' needs. From assisting with moving in and meal adjustments to addressing maintenance requests, staff members go above ...
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Norman independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Norman independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Norman, 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 Norman 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 Norman partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Norman, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.9%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.8%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.2%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Norman 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 Norman communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Norman, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.7%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Norman 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 Norman offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Norman, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
49.4%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.4%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.4%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.6%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.1%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.3%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
34.8%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.4%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.5%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Jubilation and Spring Arbor of Winchester are the top-rated independent living facilities near Norman, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 176 independent living facilities near Norman, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Norman, Virginia are Acclaim at Belmont Bay and Potomac Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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