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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fairfax, VA for 2024

Fairfax is listed among the Dementia-Friendly Communities of America, indicating it has a range of services and resources for seniors and families impacted by Alzheimer's. Of its 24,000 residents, about 15% are aged 65 and over, the age group most likely to develop dementia. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of Alzheimer's-related deaths stayed about the same between 2016 and 2020, even as the total death rate increased by about 28%. The percentage of deaths caused by Alzheimer's dropped by one percentage point during this reporting period.

For families seeking a safe, nurturing environment for loved ones with Alzheimer's, residential dementia care facilities are a preferred option. These communities offer comfortable housing, nutritious meals and evidence-based programming to engage residents. They're often staffed with caregivers who've undergone extensive training for managing dementia, and they offer secured grounds to prevent unsafe wandering.

This guide covers topics related to memory care in Fairfax, including how much care costs, the benefits and drawbacks of obtaining care locally and where families can turn for help.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Fairfax

Fairfax is located along the Potomac River, just south of Maryland, in the state of Virginia, where it's estimated that 140,000 people are living with Alzheimer's disease. To support its local seniors, which comprise over 15 percent of the city's 24,000-person population, the area offers a variety of programs and services as well as nearly three dozen memory care facilities for those with dementia. Three memory care facilities are located in the city proper, and families who are looking for more options will find an additional 28 nearby. 

In Fairfax, memory care facilities are officially known as "Special Care Units," or SCUs. SCUs may occupy their own dedicated building, or they may be located within a secured wing of an assisted living facility. Both types of memory care facilities are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Fairfax

 

  • The overall cost of living in Fairfax is 55 percent higher than the Virginia average and nearly 70 percent higher than the nationwide average. This is mainly due to the high cost of real estate, which may impact how much seniors pay for room and board in local memory care facilities. Healthcare expenses are about 5 percent lower than both state and national averages, which may help offset the higher living expenses. 
  • Fairfax residents experience hot summers, where highs reach into the upper-80s, and cold winters with lows in the mid-20s. It is partly cloudy year round, and the region gets some form of precipitation on an average of 76 days annually. Because of its varied climate, Fairfax may be well-suited for seniors who enjoy experiencing all four seasons. 
  • Virginia seniors are not taxed on income they receive from Social Security, and income from retirement accounts is deductible up to $12,000. This may allow seniors to put more money into their memory care budget.
  • The Fairfax area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Inova Fair Oaks Hospital and Medical Campus, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Fairfax

Memory Care costs in Fairfax start around $9,127 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Fairfax and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Virginia

Fairfax

$9,127

Annandale

$9,000

Mclean

$8,521

Vienna

$8,072

Reston

$7,334

Falls Church

$6,871

US

$5,694

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Fairfax

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Virginia page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Fairfax

Fairfax and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Fairfax, please visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Fairfax

Fairfax-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Virginia page for more information about these laws.

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