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 MOREFairfax Station is a picturesque place in Northern Virginia just 23 miles southwest of the nation’s capital. With 16.7% of its population aged 65 and older, its proportion of seniors aligns closely with the state and national averages. Fairfax Station has a high cost of living but low crime rates and access to affordable health care options. It’s located near Northern Virginia’s leading hospital, the Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, which is high performing in five adult specialties. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, older adults here pay an average of $5,339 per month for home care services, which provide personal care assistance, versus home health care which provides minor skilled nursing services.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Fairfax Station– 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 MORE5723-A Centre Square Drive, Centreville, VA, 20120
4.8
(91 reviews)
" We help people live in the place they love by providing personal care and companionship support delivered by private duty caregivers unde..."
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..."
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9309 Center St, Suite 104, Manassas, VA, 20110
4.8
(22 reviews)
"Home Instead takes care of my WWII Veteran father. The aides ensure his personal needs are safely met which allows him to comfortably remain in my home surrounded by family...."
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..."
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 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 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 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 MORE501 Prince Anne St, Suite 201, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
4.6
(74 reviews)
"At BrightStar Home Care of Fredericksburg and Springfield, we have a unique understanding of the issues today’s families face, struggling mo..."
READ MORE9161 Liberia Avenue , Suite #205, Manassas, VA, 20110
4.8
(63 reviews)
"Visiting Angels - Prince William County was fabulous. They were very quick to respond, extremely helpful, and professional. They just provided excellent home care services and observations...."
READ MORE10301 Democracy Lane Suite 200B, Fairfax, VA, 22030
4.7
(56 reviews)
"I have someone from the Thrive At Home agency come in for four hours a week. The caregiver is very good. It's a young man from Jamaica and he's perfect for my husband. He has just passed the test to go into the nursing program at the Northern Virgini..."
READ MORE7531 Leesburg Pike # 101 , Falls Church, VA, 22043
4.7
(23 reviews)
"Lifematters and their partner CareOptions took on the management of all care for my 81 year old uncle who refused to stay in a nursing home for post-surgical recuperation and rehabilitation. They provided 24/7 home health aides, tracked the visiting..."
READ MORE10721 Main Street, Suite 304, Suite 304, Fairfax, VA, 22030
4.8
(18 reviews)
"I worked with Comfort Keepers for my mother for over a year. We had a hands-down excellent experience with them. We hired them as in-home care from 11 a.m. until after dinner. The caregiver would come in at 11, prepare lunch for my mom, do light hous..."
READ MORE417 W Broad St, Ste 201, Falls Church, VA, 22046
4.8
(9 reviews)
"Hi Thomas, My family had planned a Decmber trip to New York which seemed to be in jeopardy because of my release from the hospital. Upon leaving the hospital, after 2 emergency surgeries, I contacted Homewell for your services. This was on a Thursda..."
READ MOREHome care in Fairfax Station costs $380 more per month than the national average and $570 more than Virginia’s state median. Prices in this area run higher than those in most cities throughout the state as well, including Winchester in the state’s northernmost tip. Home care costs also surpass figures in nearby cities across the Maryland border.
Fairfax Station
$5,339
Virginia
$4,767
The United States
$4,957
Winchester
$4,671
Baltimore, MD
$4,957
California Area, MD
$4,576
Hagerstown, MD
$5,148
Fairfax Station’s average home care rates fall around the middle when compared to other senior living options. This type of arrangement is $610 less than assisted living but $5,520 less than nursing home accommodations. Older people can receive light medical assistance, such as medicine administration and physical, speech or occupational therapy, with a home health aide for the same average cost as in-home care.
Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Aide
$5,339
Adult Day Care
$2,282
Assisted Living
$5,948
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,467
Note: Data for Fairfax Station 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.
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Fairfax Station:
Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
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Homeless Prevention Program (HPP) | (804) 371-7000 | 600 East Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219 | The Commonwealth of Virginia’s Homeless Prevention Program (HPP) helps seniors in Fairfax Station avoid housing insecurity by offering free counseling and professional advice for senior homeowners. The program also offers emergency rent or mortgage assistance, moving costs and deposit assistance for seniors with qualifying income and asset limits. Funds are issued from the state to Fairfax County directly, and seniors can apply through county offices by phone or online. |
Assisted Community Residential Services (ACRS) | (703) 383-8500 | 8221 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031 | Seniors who would prefer to remain in their own homes in Fairfax Station can get caregiver support through Fairfax County’s Assisted Community Residential Services (ACRS) program. Seniors enrolled in the ACRS program can get no-cost caregiver assistance and referrals for professional medical and mental health evaluations prior to admission to residential care. Caregiver services include respite care and community support groups, as well as adult daycare for some seniors. |
Department of Family Services Community Support Unit | (703) 777-0353 | 801 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219 | The Virginia Department of Family Services Community Support Unit (CSU) helps Fairfax Station seniors stay comfortably at home with the help they need by paying many of the costs associated with home care. Covered services include companion and homemaker support, adult foster care and adult day care and nutritional support with home-delivered meals. |
VirginiaSAVESÂ Green Community Program | (804) 344-5484 | 411 E. Franklin #203, Richmond, VA, 23219 | Seniors in Fairfax Station who need help upgrading their homes or weatherizing a house they live in may be eligible for reimbursement and other incentives through the VirginiaSAVES program. VirginiaSAVES pays rebates to help manage the cost seniors in Fairfax Station face when installing new HVAC controls or insulation, repairing a roof or installing solar panels. The program also pays some of the costs of converting to alternative energy sources. Work is done by local contractors. Income and asset limits apply for seniors joining the program. |
Fairfax Taxi Voucher Program | (703) 222-9764 | 12011 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA 22035 | Fairfax Station seniors qualify for discount travel on three local transportation services, Taxi Assist, Dial-a-Ride and Seniors-on-the-Go! These carriers offer half-fare and ADA-compliant transportation to enrolled seniors, as well as free ride-alongs for a single caregiver. |
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.