Right at Home Northern Virginia
8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, Suite 520, Fairfax, VA, 22031
4.4
(176 reviews)
"Having Parisa come to the house has been great. Right at Home has been most helpful. ..."
READ MOREFairfax is a small independent city that’s also the seat of its namesake county. Only 24,276 people call this tight-knit community home, 15.3% of whom are senior residents aged 65+ — a slightly lower percentage of retirees than in the rest of the United States. Crime is rare in Fairfax, and residents are near several hospitals, including the Inova Fairfax Medical Campus and the Fairfax Community Hospital. Seniors in the city spend $5,339 each month on average for both home care and home health care. The two types of care are similar, but home health care aides are qualified to provide medical services in addition to non-medical personal care.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Fairfax 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
(176 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
(103 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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7058 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
(8 reviews)
"They provided a companion for my 85 yr old mother with Dementia. The person became like our family member. She was professional, caring, kind and responsible...."
READ MORE1900 Campus Commons Drive #100, Reston, VA, 20191
5.0
(6 reviews)
"Attenda cared for my father as though he were a member of their family. He had three wonderful care givers, all professional, and ever so kind and attentive, who would spend several hours with him during the day. The management team, Irina and Mila,..."
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 MORE208 Elden St, Suite 200, Leesburg, VA, 20176
4.4
(5 reviews)
"They take my hubby to the grocery store , the bank, and medical appointments. Staff is courteous and arrives on time. The agency is on call 24/7 and always takes care of our needs...."
READ MORE3949 Pender Drive Suite 230, Fairfax, VA, 22030
"With over 80 years of excellence in home care services, FirstLight Home Care in Fairfax is the premier home care agency, providing the best ..."
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 MORE3903-Q Fair Ridge, Fairfax, VA, 22033
4.6
(98 reviews)
"The best! I can't say enough good things about this agency. We have used several different companies for the care of my parent, but Home Care Assistance is extraordinary. The personalized attention of the office staff, particularly Jamaya, is incredi..."
READ MORE10340 Democracy Lane, Fairfax, VA, 22030
4.8
(86 reviews)
According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Fairfax residents pay an average monthly rate of $5,339 for their in-home care. This rate is higher than both the nation’s median of $4,957 and the state’s average of $4,767. Seniors in cities such as Winchester ($4,671) and Harrisonburg ($4,957) pay lower rates, while prices in Richmond are a couple of hundred dollars below Fairfax. However, Charlottesville’s fees of $6,292 are substantially above Fairfax.
Fairfax
$5,339
Virginia
$4,767
The United States
$4,957
Winchester
$4,671
Richmond
$5,148
Charlottesville
$6,292
Harrisonburg
$4,957
Fairfax seniors pay the same average rate for home care and home health care. While some services overlap, these services are not the same as home health care also includes light medical and nursing care. Adult day health care is a less costly option, at $2,282 per month. For seniors who prefer to receive care in a residential setting, assisted living facilities offer similar service levels to home care providers at $5,948. Nursing home care is $11,467, just over double that of in-home care.
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 Fairfax was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Washington, DC, 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.
Seniors who wish to remain in their homes for as long as possible can get assistance from several Fairfax agencies dedicated to assisting older residents. These resources cover needs seniors might have regarding maintaining their homes, accessing financial aid and maintaining social engagement.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Home Repair for the Elderly Program for Elderly and Disabled Adults | (703) 246-5179 | Senior homeowners aged 62+ may be eligible for this free home modification program. To qualify, older residents must meet the income requirements and live in Fairfax County. Repair work seniors may benefit from includes electrical outlet replacement, accessibility ramp installation and minor plumbing work. |
Fairfax Area Meals on Wheels Program | (703) 324-5409 | This Meals on Wheels service is operated by the county’s Department of Family Services. Eligible seniors receive two daily meals during the week and one meal to last the weekends. This program is available to homebound older residents aged 60 and above. |
The Virginia Energy Assistance Program | (855) 635-4370 | The state of Virginia can help low-income older adults pay for their energy bills. Eligible seniors may receive financial assistance for their gas bills, cooling bills and emergency assistance when they’re at risk of having their services shut off. |
CHP Weatherization Assistance Program | (540) 665-0200 | By getting their home weatherized, seniors can save on their energy consumption resulting in lower bills. This program is federally funded and delivered by Community Action Partners. Eligibility for this program is determined based on income, and homes with senior residents receive priority on the waiting list. |
Fairfax County In-Home Care Programs | (703) 324-7948 | The County’s Department of Family Services – Older Adults offers seniors two in-home care programs. For low-income older adults determined as eligible by a social worker, the Adult Services program provides free in-home care. Seniors may also receive this type of care with the ElderLink program for a sliding scale fee. |
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.