
55 Assisted Living Facilities near Great Falls, VA
There are 55 Assisted Living Facilities in the Great Falls area, with 3 in Great Falls and 52 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Great Falls is $6,615 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,600. Cheaper nearby regions include Potomac with an average starting cost of $6,201.
To help you with your search, browse the 235 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Great Falls. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Great Falls 4.5 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Vienna with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Great Falls, VA
The Residence at Colvin Run
Brightview Great Falls
Great Falls Manor
Sunrise at Reston Town Center
Harmony at Chantilly
Sunrise at Countryside
Brookdale Potomac
Sunrise of Hunter Mill
Sunrise at Fox Hill
Sunrise of Rockville
Tall Oaks Assisted Living LC
Greenbrier Assisted Living
Sunrise of McLean
Asheir Homes - Potomac
Assisted Living of Potomac I
Serenity Gardens Assisted Living
Pacifica Senior Living Sterling
The Terraces At Tuckerman Lane
Byron House
Raphael House
Hunters Woods at Trails Edge
Bartholomew House
Rebecca House
Ingleside at King Farm
Vienna Manor Assisted Living
Tranquil Loving Care Assisted Living
Falcons Landing
Chesterbrook Residences
Tysons Woods Assisted Living
Brightview West End
Brightview Fallsgrove
Serenity Gardens Assisted Living II
Potomac Seniors Village
Great Falls Assisted Living
Avalon Homes Inc
Rockville Comfort Care LLC
The Kensington Reston Assisted Living
Vinson Hall Retirement Community
Tribute at One Loudoun
Arleigh Burke Pavilion - Assisted Liv...
Lake Anne Fellowship House
Hunter's Woods Fellowship House
Nightingale House
Larmax Homes
Genesis Shady Grove
Landow House
West Falls Center at Falcons Landing
Auxiliary House Memory Care Home
Cedar Glen Memory Care Home
Potomac Grace Assisted Living Facility
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Great Falls
Great Falls, Virginia, is a great location for retired anglers looking for the perfect fishing spot, or seniors who just want to get back to nature. In fact, the city is home to over 1,900 seniors aged 65 and older. Seniors who might benefit from assisted living have two facilities to choose from within Great Falls city limits, along with another 48 located in nearby areas. In Virginia, including Great Falls, assisted living facilities are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Great Falls
- Social Security benefits are not taxed in Virginia, although pensions and retirement savings account withdrawals are partially taxed. This may help Great Falls seniors contribute more toward their facility expenses.
- The Great Falls area has no facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Falls Church.
- Seniors with severe breathing conditions like asthma or COPD may find that their conditions worsen in Great Falls. The city has an air quality rating of 55 on a scale where higher numbers equal better air quality, three points below the national average of 58.
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Crime rates in Great Falls are low, which may make the area appealing to seniors hoping to find a safe city for retirement. The city has a violent crime rating of 7.7, over three times lower than the national average of 22.7, and a property crime rate of 18.1, almost half of the national average of 35.4.
- The cost of living in Great Falls is 252.6, higher than the respective state and national averages of 113.8 and 100, which is something seniors with tight budgets may wish to keep in mind. Although seniors will pay less for healthcare in this city, they will pay more for groceries and transportation. Housing costs are much higher than the U.S. and state averages at 555.8, which is something family members thinking of relocating to the area might want to keep in mind.
- Great Falls residents experience summer temperatures where the July highs reach 86 degrees and January lows hit 24. This might make the city more appealing to seniors who mind extreme heat and humidity in the summers.
Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.
Paying for Assisted Living in Great Falls
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Virginia
Assisted Living costs in Great Falls start around $6,530 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Great Falls 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Great Falls
Virginia does not have any Medicaid waivers or programs that provide funding for assisted living expenses for Great Falls seniors. However, seniors who receive Supplemental Security Income may be able to get financial support from the Auxiliary Grant Program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Virginia page.


More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Great Falls
Great Falls and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living 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 assisted living resources in Great Falls, please visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Great Falls
Great Falls-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.


Other Options in Great Falls, VA
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Great Falls
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Review of Brightview Great Falls
Brightview Great Falls is a great place. I am very impressed with it. They have full assisted living and memory care facilities. It is fantastic, and it would have been a wonderful place for my par... Read more
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Review of Brightview Great Falls
Brightview Great Falls was very good, but my mother required a two-person assist, and they said they wouldn't do that. The food was good and they had a lot of choices, but their family day food was... Read more
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Review of Brightview Great Falls
The visit at Brightview was very nice. It was larger compared to my current community. They have a great team of doctors, nurses, and so forth. They present very well and the location is good. Read more
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