Right at Home Northern Virginia
8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, Suite 520, Fairfax, VA, 22031
4.4
(175 reviews)
"Having Parisa come to the house has been great. Right at Home has been most helpful. ..."
READ MOREAlexandria, Virginia ranks second in Virginia in Caring’s Best Cities Senior Living Report 2022. Seniors are drawn to this historic city for its close proximity to Washington, D.C., and the generous tax deductions the state offers on their retirement income. The health of Alexandria’s retirees is looked after by top-class medical facilities, including Inova Alexandria Hospital and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital.
Alexandria seniors residing in their own homes can find help and support from in-home care providers that charge an average of $5,339 per month. Those requiring basic medical services, such as medication and diabetes management, should consider home health care instead, which averages the same rates despite offering other services.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Alexandria area – complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, Suite 520, Fairfax, VA, 22031
4.4
(175 reviews)
"Having Parisa come to the house has been great. Right at Home has been most helpful. ..."
READ MORE5568 General Washington Dr., Alexandria, VA, 22312
4.5
(150 reviews)
"We have certified nursing assistants who are coming every day to provide care for my husband, and that's with Capital City Nurses. We've been fortunate in that the day care providers we've had have been outstanding. We've had consistent quality day p..."
READ MORE6704 Old McLean Village Drive Suite 200, Mclean, VA, 22101
4.7
(101 reviews)
"I cannot thank Jamie and Paragon Home Care enough for the help they provided my parents during their time of need. Both parents suddenly needed in home assistance and Jamie came for an initial visit less than 24 hours after my initial call. Within ..."
READ MORE4893 Prince William Pkwy Suite 202, Woodbridge, VA, 22192
4.5
(69 reviews)
"Incredicare is very good. For what I need right now, they're just fine. We're just trying to make it as long as possible before he goes to memory care. We chose them because the person in the firm came to see me, and I am impressed with him. We use a..."
READ MORE4015 Chain Bridge Rd., Suite 36, Fairfax, VA, 22030
4.9
(22 reviews)
"Our Mint aides provide daily assistance with dressing, toileting and meal prep, as well as weekly showering. They are also an excellent source of companionship. The aides always go above and beyond on days when an appointment requires an adjusted s..."
READ MORE7925 Jones Branch Dr., Suite LL 140, Mclean, VA, 22102
4.1
(28 reviews)
"We've been using HomeCare.com for Mom. Everything's been great. Any time I need something done I just contact them and they get it done. If I need a different caregiver, they find a replacement pretty fast. Everything's catered to us. We use them fou..."
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105 Oronoco St Suite #100 , Alexandria, VA, 22314
5.0
(13 reviews)
"Other than some initial difficulties getting the schedule worked out the service has been absolutely fantastic. The Girswold office staff did an amazing job getting care for my mother-in-law lined up on what was very short notice. The care givers h..."
READ MORE7058 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA, 22003
5.0
(12 reviews)
" The professionalism, dedication and compassion of the nurses and caretakers from Home Instead made all the difference in improving the home care and quality of life for my elderly father and his wife, who suffers from Alzheimer's. The entire situ..."
READ MORE3919 Old Lee Highway, 82A, Fairfax, VA, 22030
5.0
(8 reviews)
"Our mother was reluctant to have caregivers come into her home, but after meeting Nina Kissinger, who was friendly and caring, Mom agreed to give the agency a try. She was glad she did, and so are we (her daughters). The caregivers did more than ju..."
READ MORE5680 King Centre Drive, Suite 653 , Alexandria, VA, 22315
5.0
(7 reviews)
"A good friend of my mine recommended Heartbeat Homecare to me because she utilized their services for her parents. I’m currently using them to care for my husband. The caregivers I have are so wonderful. I don’t know what I’ll do without them. They’r..."
READ MORE103 W Broad St, Suite 602, Falls Church, VA, 22046
4.7
(10 reviews)
"Daily home aide care. on time always, lovely caregivers, incredibly responsive agency..."
READ MORE12011 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy, Suite 310 , Fairfax, VA, 22033
5.0
(5 reviews)
"We found a home care agency for my mother. It's ElderOptions. They're very good. They went over and beyond to try to work with me and accommodate what my needs were. So far, we have had really good success with them. The caregiver is providing person..."
READ MORE43300 Southern Walk Plaza Bldg 116 Suite 237 , Ashburn, VA, 20147
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Ageless Simplicity Services provided top-notch home aide services to my mother in law. Seamless process, experts in the field, and a very friendly team. Appreciated all their hard work in taking care of her and highly recommend to anyone looking for ..."
READ MORE1055 N. Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314
5.0
(4 reviews)
"We first had trouble convincing my mother she needed care. However, after a consultation with their RN (Val) my mom was definitely more interested. Val took the time to get to know us and didn't make a "sales pitch." After a few months, we decided on..."
READ MORE14916 Spriggs Tree Lane , Woodbridge, VA, 22193
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Hi. So I contacted them for Companion Care, and they did a great job. The lady caring for my mum did a great job, and we became like family. They took care of her as I would and even more. They take their work seriously and don't joke with their time..."
READ MORE23491 ALDIE MANOR TERRACE, Ashburn, VA, 20148
"Advanced Senior Care offers caregiving services for almost any family and practically any situation. Our in-home care allows loved ones to e..."
READ MORE8300 Boone Blvd #500 , Vienna, VA, 22182
"We proudly provide non-medical home care services to individuals with disabilities, injuries, difficulties with mobility, or illnesses. Our ..."
READ MORE817A King St, Alexandria, VA, 22314
"OUR MISSION Providing Quality Home Health CareApex Nursing Services VA, provides quality medical and non medical home health care, compan..."
READ MORE6066 Leesburg Pike , Falls Church, VA, 22041
"Since 1996, families have relied on ComForCare Home Care services to help their loved ones get the care they need and deserve. ComForCare S...."
READ MORE2111 Wilson Blvd., Ste 700, Arlington, VA, 22201
4.6
(109 reviews)
"Synergy HomeCare was very good. They came on time, understood the situation, and their people were quite well trained. I was pleased that they had the same person come every day and every evening. My father had 24-hour daycare. They bathed him, tried..."
READ MOREGenworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2021 lists the average cost of home care in Alexandria as $5,339 per month, higher than the national median of $4,957 and $572 above the Virginia average of $4,767. Home care costs vary across the state with many cities being more affordable than Alexandria, such as Winchester and Harrisonburg, where monthly costs average $4,671 and $4,957, respectively. However, rates in Staunton are on par with those in Alexandria, and seniors choosing to retire in Charlottesville pay the highest rates in the state with home care providers charging $6,292.
Alexandria
$5,339
Virginia
$4,767
The United States
$4,957
Winchester
$4,671
Charlottesville
$6,292
Staunton
$5,339
Harrisonburg
$4,957
At $5,339 per month, home care is the second most affordable form of care in Alexandria, with adult day care being the cheapest option at $2,282. Retirees pay the same for both in-home and home health care providers, even though the latter offers additional medical services by registered nurses and therapists. Assisted living residents spend $5,948, while Alexandria seniors requiring nursing home care pay the highest monthly rate of $11,467.
Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,339
Adult Day Health Care
$2,282
Assisted Living
$5,948
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$11,467
Note: Data for Alexandria was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., was used instead.
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Alexandria retirees have access to a number of free and low-cost resources in the local area. These organizations provide information, advice and support on a range of senior-related issues designed to help older adults remain safely and comfortably in their own homes for as long as possible.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Aging & Adult Services | (703) 746-5999 | Serving as Alexandria’s local Agency on Aging, the Aging & Adult Services office provides support to the city’s older adults. Seniors can access advice on financial assistance programs, Medicare, long-term care, legal issues, nutrition and health. The organization also provides information on housing-related issues, including subsidized housing, homeownership assistance and home modification programs that help seniors adapt their homes and enable them to live safely and independently. |
DOT Para-Transit | (703) 836-4414, ext. 116 | Seniors who have difficulty using or are unable to use public transportation can apply for the DOT Para-Transit, a door-to-door transportation service for journeys in and around Alexandria. Eligible residents can schedule free one-way trips within the city or pay a small fee for journeys outside the city limits. |
City of Alexandria Tax Relief Programs | (703) 746-4800 | Alexandria adults aged 65 and older or who are permanently disabled may be eligible for the city’s Tax Relief Programs. Seniors who own a vehicle and qualify for the Personal Property Tax Relief Program could be exempt from paying property tax on their cars. Those eligible for the Real Estate Tax Relief Program receive partial or full relief on property taxes. Potential applicants and their households must meet certain financial criteria for both programs, including income and assets limits. |
Home Rehabilitation Energy Efficiency Loan Program | (703) 746-3091 | Low-income Alexandrians who reside in their own homes can apply for the Home Rehabilitation Energy Efficiency Loan Program. The program provides interest-free loans to help seniors pay for improvements to make their homes more energy-efficient, such as insulation, air sealing and more efficient heating and cooling systems. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.