Independent Living Communities in Gainesville, VA

This is my home where the 3 residents live with us, it is a home-like situation where the residents feel right at home we give them fresh home-cooked meals, individualized activity, we nurture to the whole individual, body mind and soul, the individual can age in place and we provide all the necessary care both medical and physical, all the residents in the past 15 years who have lived here have loved their stay. Advent means to come home, all are welcome. The services we provide are: One-on-one care 3 meals and 2 snacks Daily exercise Activity to keep mind active Daily room cleaning Daily bath and change clothes Launder daily Help with all ADL Help with feeding Do end stage care Trim and cut nails, hair In-house doctor / nurse Blood work/ X-ray at home We care for the whole individual like they are our own and give them all they need.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Virginia Department of Social Services Facility Search

"When I went to Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, they were not serving food. The entire facility, every floor that I was on to get to the floor that we needed, had a very good smell. It was decorated beautifully. I met several staff members and they were very, very friendly. They even would explain to me what they did and then I met with one staff person who was in charge of most of the activities that were going on. I was given a calendar and invited to bring my husband back for a free trial. He could just pick an activity and just let them know he was coming and he could come and try out some of the free activities. I thought it was good. I met the manager who was over the top. It was like you were in a five-star hotel. The rooms that were available for him had everything in it that he needed. It had a very nice bed, a dresser, an attached bathroom, and all the things that he needed were there. The staff was friendly and very pleasant. They were glad to tell me, "This is what I do in the facility and this is my job." They were willing to discuss what their position was and how they helped the patients that were there."

Sushila Assisted Living is an ideal option for seniors who are primarily healthy and independent, but who wish to utilize assistance as needed. Fully independent residents can also move in, securing their future should they ever require long-term care. When help is needed, a Sushila caregiver assists residents with daily tasks, including: Companionship Getting in and out of bed Bathing Dressing Grooming Toileting Medication reminders Memory Care Assisted living and memory care options also incorporate the social aspect of independent living where residents can enjoy fulfilling events. At Sushila Assisted Living, we personalize our care for a seniors particular needs. Let us assess your goals and circumstances to determine your best option. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Virginia Department of Social Services Facility Search

Belmont Gardens, located at 4460 Prince William Parkway in Woodbridge, Virginia, offers exceptional independent living options for seniors. This community is designed to provide a vibrant and engaging lifestyle, allowing residents to enjoy their independence while benefiting from a supportive environment. Residents at Belmont Gardens enjoy a variety of amenities designed to enhance their daily lives. The on-site beauty and barber shop ensures personal grooming needs are met conveniently, while the spa offers a place for relaxation and rejuvenation. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the garden and patio areas provide serene spaces to connect with nature. Transportation services make it easy for residents to explore the local area or attend appointments. The community also boasts a coffee shop, perfect for socializing with neighbors or enjoying a quiet moment. Housekeeping and private cleaning services ensure living spaces remain tidy, and comprehensive laundry services cater to both linens and personal clothing. A variety of activities, including music sessions, games, book clubs, yoga classes, fitness room access, gardening, arts and crafts, and off-site excursions, keep residents engaged and active. Belmont Gardens is committed to providing a comfortable and inclusive environment. The dining experience is tailored to individual preferences, featuring in-room kitchenettes, a communal dining room with shared meals, room service options, guest accommodations at mealtime, and special diets such as diabetic, kosher, or vegetarian. The community's multilingual staff can communicate in English, Spanish, French, American Sign Language, and Mandarin, ensuring clear communication with all residents. Nearby attractions include Leesylvania State Park, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities, and the Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, ideal for nature enthusiasts. Shopping and dining options are also easily accessible, providing residents with a variety of offsite activities.

"I liked Wingler House. The apartment was pretty nice. The bathroom was a little small, and the kitchen was a little small, but it had a pantry for the kitchen, which I liked. The person who toured me was fine, but not very pleasant. They had more activities than some of the others, like exercise classes. They also had vans that go places."

"The Virginian was very nice, but we thought it was a little expensive. It's a beautiful facility. They had great facilities, too. They're just really wonderful. However, we were not happy with the floor plans we looked at. They had a small kitchen area, but we need a little bit more kitchen space than that. They don't have cottages; they're just apartments. The activities were great. They had a beautiful range of activities. The staff was very nice and very accommodating. We enjoyed our visit there, but it wasn't exactly what I was looking for. It's a couple of thousand a month more than most of the places we looked at. I would love to be there. However, it's a little far away from where we wanted to be. It's half an hour from the doctors, which is not good."

"Everyone at The Ridge at Sterling was especially friendly. They let us have lunch on our tour and the food was wonderful. The facility is going through a renovation. They've made really good choices with the materials they've chosen. Its flooring is good for walkers and wheelchairs. The coloring is nice, light, and friendly in appearance. The design of the building is nice and spacious. The rooms are big with nice windows. The dining area was a lot like a restaurant. It was nicely decorated for Christmas. Everyone was positive like the staff interacting with the residents. It was a very positive environment. Everything seemed nice."

"Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living was very good. They have a live-in manager, which I think is very good. The sizes of the apartments were OK. They have balconies. On one side, they have a view of the mountains if you're on the top floor. The food was very good. One thing I like is that they serve their dinner in the middle of the day. They have breakfast, they have dinner, and they have supper. The main meal is in the middle of the day, which is better. I was very impressed with the enthusiasm of the assistant manager who gave us the tour. The one-bedroom units are a decent size. The two-bedroom is very nice. You only get a kitchenette in your apartment, which means you get a sink and a refrigerator and not enough counter space to put more than your coffee maker. That is a drawback for me, but there is generally room to put in some shelving or cabinetry where you can also put your microwave. They do not provide a microwave, which is a drawback. The place was very clean. The people were friendly. The people I talked to really seemed to like the place. I saw groups of people who seemed relatively animated and lively. I got a very good vibe there, of being an active place. There's not much in the way of grounds, which was a little disappointing, but overall, I was well impressed with it. I have a friend who is moving today. My main drawback was the lack of a kitchen, but they have a communal kitchen, so that's good, if you want to cook or something. The staff that I interacted with, the receptionist and the assistant manager, were very good. I can be comfortable there. It was vibrant."

"I toured Potomac Place Assisted Living and Memory Care. The management was really good. The grounds were well-kept. The people who lived there seemed to enjoy it. They had good amenities like how they take them out to different activities and things like that. The woman who helped us was informative and friendly. My mom liked the food. The place was clean. They had a wide variety of different rooms from smaller to larger rooms, and it was affordable as well. That was one big thing. It was the most affordable place out of all of them."

"Greenbrier Assisted Living was a single-family home that has been fitted for senior living, and it was very clean and very nice on the inside. The woman that I spoke to was also very nice. They've got 6 or 8 rooms and they all looked well taken care of. They had a nice sunroom area with a TV and a patio area with a grill."

"My husband and I are going to be moving to The Trillium Tysons for independent living. I think it's the best. Everything's around there; it's the 10th floor, which thrills us, and we got a corner unit, so we get sun and light on both sides. It's beautiful and surpassed my expectations. I saw pictures of it first on the internet, so I expected it to be nice, but when we walked in there, we were awed. I'm having the master bedroom and master bath changed to be the color of our bedroom now because it's the most soothing color. They said they would have done the whole apartment if we wanted. They also said if we wanted to have the closet organizers we have in our house, they could do that for us. They're also going to put grab bars in the shower because that's very important to me. As it is right now, they don't have a door in the shower, so we're getting glass doors in the shower, which they're doing for us, too. The lady who worked with us was as patient as could be. She drew things out for us, answered every question we had, and said that if we had any further questions, we should not hesitate to call. She has the sweetest personality so I just love her. When I came in, I said we've been driving around, and the coffee is horrible. She went and got us a latte during the meeting. If that's an indication of what the service will be like, then I'd rate them highly. She is outstanding. The place is conveniently located near everything, with all the stores and doctors around. That's if you want to go outside, because you don't have to. Everything is already there for you. I would say within a square mile, you have banks, hairdressers, and a movie theater. It's like a village unto itself. You have a choice of a 20-meal package or a 30-meal package. We took the 20-meal package because we like to eat out a lot, and there are a lot of restaurants around there, too. The 20-meal package means you get at least one meal a day. The person we are working with said most people go for dinner because it's a big, fancy meal. They have a Michelin chef there, too. She did say that if you went beyond your 20 or 30 meals, you could get a card and you could pay for it."

"I found the Paragon Assisted Living Potomac House Communities for my father. It's a group home. He moved in and he loves it -- the best place he's ever lived. This was perfect for him. The staff is great, my father feels very special there, it's very small, only eight residents, so it's very individualized. It's like they really care. He has the same, consistent people all the time. They have a chef who comes in every day and prepares the food. It's a brand-new facility, it's not even a year old. It's well-maintained. They clean the room every day. They have nice, big, open hallways. They have minimal activities, and they could probably do better for people who have the ability to do stuff. They're a great alternative to a bigger facility."

"We toured The Fairfax, and my aunt used to live there. We saw the rooms and the units and everything. We walked around there, and we ate there. So, it meets all of our criteria except for the cost. The staff all appeared to be busy and helpful, like you would expect. We had a good tour. They have different types of displays there. They had a display for when they would do a buffet, like in the hallway, where you could nibble on. So, they had good food that looked good. The location was good. The one my aunt had was a two-bedroom with a part in the middle and then a bedroom on either side. They always take care of their rooms whenever we've been in them."

"My 86 year old mother was at Chesterbrook Residences for 9 month before she died peacefully in her sleep from heart problems. She loved Chesterbrook Residences, her apartment, the people there who became her friends and the many diverse activities. I am so glad we found Chesterbrook Residences and we are only sorry we had not found it sooner!"