The Fairfax County community of Annandale sits within the Capital Beltway in Northern...
In the following guide, you’ll find 2882 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities, which indicate an overall quality score of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars.
3236 Locker Street, Falls Church, VA 22042
"I found the Paragon Assisted Living Potomac House Communities for my father. It's a group home. He moved in and he loves...
4813 Virginia St, Alexandria, VA 22312
"We toured the Sunshine Assisted Living in Alexandria. They gave us a tour of the whole assisted living community. I...
6669 Gouthier Road, Falls Church, VA 22042
"I am looking for a place for my Mom and recently visited Rembrandt Assisted Living. The Administrator and co-owner Rene...
4027 Olley Lane, Fairfax, VA 22032
"My father in was the waiting list at Braddock Glen. I thought that they were exceptionally pleasant. They listened to...
330 North Washington Street, Falls Church, VA 22046
"Sunrise of Falls Church was excellent. They showed us the rooms and the facilities. We also got to see some of the...
6541 Franconia Road, Springfield, VA 22150
"Going to sunrise for the first time was a very rewarding experience. Growing up I've gone to an assisted living center...
5550 Cardinal Pl, Alexandria, VA 22304
"My mother moved to Cogir of West End Alexandria's memory care. It's a very beautiful community. The attendance of the...
9207 Arlington Boulevard, Fairfax, VA 22031
"Mom is at Sunrise of Fairfax. We chose that place for her because it is close to where the family lives. They also...
9229 Arlington Blvd., Fairfax, VA 22031
"Checked my 80yr old mother into rehab after a hip fracture. The five star rating goes to the wonderful staff who make...
5920 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22205
"My brother and I visited Sunrise at Bluemont Park in Arlington and toured their assisted living facility. It was small...
5100 Fillmore Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311
"It is a smaller place. It's been in service for years, but it's nice, and you get your private room. You get to have a...
3903 Estel Road, Fairfax, VA 22031
Life at Vienna Manor begins with family. We believe that when you make the decision to trust the love and care of your...
3440 Berkeley Street, Alexandria, VA 22302
"I had a lovely tour of Benchmark at Alexandria. They were ready for me. They were very professional. The place was...
9490 Sprague Avenue, Fairfax, VA 22031
"The Providence Fairfax has excellent facilities. It's very well maintained and very well cared for. The proximity is...
9619 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015
"Sunrise at Silas Burke House is a brand new facility, so the amenities and facilities are topnotch. The cost was higher...
2030 Westmoreland St., Falls Church, VA 22043
"It was a very nice facility, very well kept and had a nice garden, although not as spacious or fancy as another facility...
8204 Madrillon Estates Dr, Vienna, VA 22182
"My Mother is a resident at the GB, I could not ask for a better caring place for her. When I leave there after visiting...
900 North Taylor Street, Arlington, VA 22203
"Another property run by Sunrise. This is a highrise property in Ballston VA. It is located very close to the metro so...
3520 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304
"Sunrise of Alexandria is a very nice facility. The people were very friendly. They gave me a very nice tour. They were...
2000 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22207
"Sunrise of Arlington was remote, and I liked one to be in the middle of urban setting. They have a good philosophy about...
Assisted Living
Lynne F
4.0
Review of Brightview Woodburn
Coming from another AL facility in the area a year ago, I was hoping that there was a greater level of care and concern for my mother at Brightview. I have NOT been disappointed! Although mom...
Provider response
Hi Lynne - Our caring and compassionate associates are the foundation of Brightview Woodburn. Thank you for recognizing their efforts!
Assisted Living
warmth
5.0
Review of Brightview Woodburn
I was a little concerned about my mom moving from a condo to a studio but it has turned out to be just perfect! There is room for a seating area and her bed. The large window lets in lots of light....
Provider response
We are glad your loved one feels at home at Brightview Woodburn! Thank you for trusting us as your senior living partner.
Assisted Living
Donna
4.0
Review of Brightview Woodburn
My mother is in Brightview Woodburn. It's been very positive so far. We've been very pleased with the staff that we've dealt with. The facility is brand new and very nice. They have a gym and a...
Provider response
Hi Donna - We are glad your mom feels at home at Brightview Woodburn! Thank you for trusting us as your senior living partner.
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in Annandale charge around $7,348 per month, which tracks considerably higher than the Virginia median of $6,050, as well as rates in nearby cities. For example, seniors in Richmond pay about $5,701, and in Harrisonburg, facilities charge approximately $3,725.
Annandale
$7,348
Virginia
$6,050
The United States
$5,350
Winchester
$6,779
Harrisonburg
$3,725
Charlottesville
$6,400
Richmond
$5,701
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
Seniors living in Annandale may qualify for aid through the Auxiliary Grant Program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or the 1915 (c) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver program.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
With costs coming in near $7,348 per month, assisted living ranks among Annandale's more expensive senior care options. By comparison, seniors who choose in-home care pay around $1,440 less, and home health care agencies charge about $6,292. Adult day health care costs trend even lower at roughly $2,275, but nursing home rates run considerably higher at around $12,623.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$7,348
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,623
Note: Since data for Annandale is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., instead.
Older adults in Annandale have access to many free and low-cost resources, most being managed by local nonprofits and the county government. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most useful ones.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| James Lee Senior Center | (703) 534-3387 | The James Lee Senior Center in Annandale is overseen by Fairfax County and serves residents aged 50 and older. Members can take part in many recreational activities, such as art, fitness and IT classes. The county charges a small annual fee for membership on a sliding scale based on income. |
| Fairfax County Services for Older Adults | (703) 324–7948 | Fairfax County operates an Aging, Disability and Caregiver Resource line that acts as the first point of contact between older adults and services in the area. The county manages many programs for seniors, such as referrals to other relevant agencies, Medicare counseling and assistance with understanding long-term care options. |
| Northern Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (703) 324-5861 | This program serves older residents in Annandale who are either looking into moving to an assisted living community or are already living in one. The ombudsman can help residents know their rights and assist with mediating concerns and complaints. |
| Retired & Senior Volunteer Program Northern Virginia | (703) 246-3460 | RSVP provides seniors aged 55 and over the opportunity to continue serving their communities as they age. The program matches volunteers with local nonprofits based on experience and interests. Volunteer Fairfax is the nonprofit organization that oversees this AmeriCorps program. |
| Virginia Department of Veterans Services | (703) 359-1210 | Seniors who served in the country’s military can get in touch with the Veterans Services office for help in navigating the process of claiming the pensions and benefits they are entitled to. Veterans can either walk in or make an appointment with their nearest office in Fairfax, which operates Monday to Friday during office hours. |
Annandale-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page for more information about these laws.
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