Benchmark at Alexandria
3440 Berkeley Street, Alexandria, VA, 22302
" Benchmark at Alexandria – Alexandria’s newest senior living community featuring exceptional care and upscale amenities. Located in the ..."
READ MORELocated in dementia-friendly Fairfax County, Annandale offers outstanding medical facilities, free and low-cost resources and high-quality residential communities for seniors and families seeking dementia care and guidance. In this city, where 16% of the 43,000 residents are aged 65 and over, health outcomes for those living with Alzheimer’s are improving. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of Alzheimer’s-related deaths in the Annandale region dropped by 1% between 2016 and 2020, even though the total number of deaths climbed by 28% during that period. In 2020, Alzheimer’s caused 4% of deaths in the region, compared to 5.2% in 2016.
While there isn’t a cure for Alzheimer’s, many studies show that comprehensive treatment can enhance the individual's quality of life and slow the progression of this disease. Fortunately, the Annandale region has several high-quality memory care facilities where residents receive hands-on assistance with daily activities and can enjoy daily meals and dementia-informed therapies and recreational activities.Â
This guide compares memory care costs in Annandale to rates in nearby communities, and it highlights some supportive local resources.
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3440 Berkeley Street, Alexandria, VA, 22302
" Benchmark at Alexandria – Alexandria’s newest senior living community featuring exceptional care and upscale amenities. Located in the ..."
READ MORE2248 Central Ave, Vienna, VA, 22182
5.0
(4 reviews)
"With exceptional ALL INCLUSIVE pricing in addition to two lovely close locations to choose from, our spacious and uplifting spaces are ideal..."
READ MORE8204 Madrillon Estates Dr, Vienna, VA, 22182
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Greenbrier Assisted Living is a large colonial-style boutique and upscale facility located in the neighborhood of Tysons Corner and within w..."
READ MORE8945 Little River Trpk., Fairfax, VA, 22031
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Outstanding owners and excellent staff members. They can customize the services for your love one and they care...."
READ MORE2807 King St., Alexandria, VA, 22304
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Silverado Alexandria Memory Care Community was our first choice, but we didn't think my father would do well there. What I liked the most about the place was the level of staff care for the residents. The community layout was also great. My husband w..."
READ MORE400 N Washington Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I love visiting my resident friend at Sunrise of Old Town. I am always welcomed by kind staff. The building is clean and new, and there is always the feeling of life and kindness. Staff are truly caring and knowledgeable of the residents' emotiona..."
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5550 Cardinal Place, Alexandria, VA, 22304
4.3
(8 reviews)
"We went to the memory care of Brandywine Living at Alexandria. The things we liked best about it were the number of healthcare professionals who are assigned to make sure that the residents are getting the right type of care, the cognitive therapy, a..."
READ MORE1612 Brookside Rd, Mclean, VA, 22101
4.0
(2 reviews)
"Paragon Assisted Living’s Potomac House Communities welcome residents into warm home settings, care for them with respect and devotion, and ..."
READ MOREThe Virginia Department of Social Services regulates memory care facilities in Annandale, promoting a consistent standard of care for all residents. In this city, memory care facilities are officially licensed as assisted living facilities, but they follow expanded rules related to caregiver ratios, dementia staff training and building security requirements.
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Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
Memory care facilities in the Annandale region charge median monthly rates of $7,435.
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In Annandale, seniors in memory care communities pay $7,435 per month for housing and care. This is 13% higher than what’s typical for Virginia, and it exceeds the national norm by 32%. Seniors typically find more economical care costs outside the Annandale region, with rates in Harrisonburg coming in a little lower at $7,139. In Winchester, monthly fees are 16% lower than in Annandale, and in Richmond, facilities charge competitive monthly rates of $6,126. In Staunton, potential savings may be even more significant, with residents in this city paying $5,885 for residential memory support.
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Annandale
$7,435
Virginia
$6,563
United States
$5,625
Winchester
$6,269
Harrisonburg
$7,139
Staunton
$5,885
Richmond
$6,126
Memory care is one of the most expensive senior care options in Annandale, with residents paying $7,435 per month for services. While this is 35% less than the cost of nursing home care, seniors may pay lower rates for other options. For example, those who don’t need memory services pay $5,948 for assisted living, and seniors who obtain private services at home pay $5,339 for non medical in-home care and skilled home health care. Those who attend adult day health care pay even lower rates of $2,282 for services.
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Memory Care
$7,435
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,339
Adult Day Health Care
$2,282
Assisted Living Facility
$5,948
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,467
Note: Data for Annandale was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., was used instead.
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Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Virginia page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.
Annandale and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Annandale, please visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.
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Annandale-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Virginia page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
Reviewer RC#0822b
4
Review of Renaissance of Annandale
The people at Renaissance of Annandale are very caring and efficient. My husband's room is small but adequate. The food is mediocre. The furniture in the common area is rather plasticky than comfy....
Memory Care
Richard 731
5
Review of Brightview Woodburn
I could not be happier with the care my mother receives at Brightview Woodburn in Annandale, VA. They keep me updated on her care and offer suggestions that are most helpful. She has 24-hour...
Provider response
Hi Richard - Thank you for leaving the positive review! Our associates go above and beyond every day to care for our residents.
Memory Care
Reviewer#AT0227
4
Review of Brightview Woodburn
My friend lives in Brightview Woodburn. I visit her every week. My dear friend has Alzheimer's, and she's in the memory care section. She seems somewhat satisfied. In general, it's clean and neat....
Provider response
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are always listening to your questions and feedback!