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Independent Living in Virginia

Overview of Independent Living in Virginia

Virginia has earned the nicknames “Old Dominion” and “Mother of Presidents” due to the state’s long and storied history. Founded as one of the oldest British colonies, Virginia has also been the birthplace of 8 former U.S. presidents. From the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains in the west, to its scenic beaches along the Atlantic coast as well as its proximity to the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Virginia truly has something for everyone and is a great place to retire.A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors can help you find the best retirement communities in Virginia. Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 120 retirement communities in Virginia that provide independent living. The median monthly cost of independent living in Virginia is about $2,500.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Virginia

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Lake Forest at Swift Creek

6050 Harbour Grn Dr, Midlothian, VA 23112
10
Review Score
6 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

The staff is wonderful and very helpful with issues. The apartment is the perfect size for me. There are ssoooo many activities that I have to choose which ones I want to attend and almost every day there's...

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The Reserve at Greenbrier

1005 Elysian Pl, Chesapeake, VA 23320
9.9
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43 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
BFA - I'm a current/former resident or client

I have been here two weeks and I really like my apartment especially the bedroom. . It was all that I was looking for. I have my own washer and dryer. I have a microwave icemaker, a garbage disposal and a...

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Verena at the Glen

10286 Brook Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23059
9.9
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51 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Laura Poole - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I truly enjoy coming to the Verena to spend time with the ladies, doing crafts. [name removed] and the rest of the staff show how much they love and adore the residents. They are always planning great events...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Fairfax

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The Virginian

9229 Arlington Boulevard, Fairfax, VA 22031
9.3
Review Score
41 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
John Miller - I'm a current/former resident or client

The best you will find that offers Independent living as a starter to assisted living and memory care. All on different floors in the same building. Two meals a day in Independent living which is very good...

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The Gardens at Fair Oaks

4310 Forest Hill Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030
8.0
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9 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
SG - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The intake process was a little unorganized but overall the care experience & communication has been exceptional. Yes I would recommend highly.

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Heritage Village Gainesville

13650 Heathcote Blvd, Gainesville, VA 20155
9.8
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74 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Hollis D - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My stepmom has been a resident for a little over a year. I am impressed by the care she receives. The nursing staff is excellent and regularly follows up with me. I highly recommend Heritage at Gainesville

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Arlington

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Vitality Living Arlington

3821 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
8.9
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97 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Kendra m - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Overall very pleased with vitality. Nice facility, good staff and quality of care. My father doesn't participate in many of the social activities but they certainly have a busy and varied agenda of...

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Sunrise of Arlington VA

2000 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22207
8.4
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32 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

At the beginning of my brother's 8-month stay, I would have given a 5 in every category. However, towards the end, I felt that the communication was generally acceptable but not as good as it was early on,...

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Acclaim at Belmont Bay

13875 Clear Lake Circ, Woodbridge, VA 22191
9.8
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41 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Acclaim is always very clean, with nice flowers around the lobby. The hallways are always clean and lighted. I rarely eat at the restaurant since I prefer home cooking , but I had a few appetizers that were...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Richmond

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The Compass at Springdale Park

4121 Concord Creek Place, Richmond, VA 23222
9.8
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9 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Suzanne K - I'm a current/former resident or client

They are the best- the staff is wonderful and went all out to greet me. Apartment is everything re: size, cleanliness, activities, love the complex.

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Holiday Virginian

300 Twinridge Lane, Richmond, VA 23235
9.5
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83 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Robert S - I'm a current/former resident or client

The management is tops. There have been three major renovations done in the last few months. The food is great. We love our cooks. The activities director keeps us busy and involved. We have been at the...

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The Crossroads at Bon Air

9100 Bon Air Crossings Dr, Richmond, VA 23235
9.4
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70 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Dianna R - I'm a current/former resident or client

We have adjusted to living at Crossroads after being here six months. My husband did have to get a scooter to get around better. He also did PT here right at our apartment. We have found a new Doctor,...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Virginia Beach

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The Waterford at Virginia Beach

5417 Wesleyan Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
9.1
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225 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Scott B - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I am proud to have a family member live at The Waterford. I don’t get to visit a lot but the phone conversations I have with my cousin reassure me that she is in good hands. Thank you to the team for taking...

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Commonwealth Senior Living at King's Grant House

440 North Lynnhaven Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
9.0
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58 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We would give it a 4.5. What we like the most about the community is the staff. The roommate she was put with was so compatible. Pets are allowed. Family was more than welcome. Activities and entertainment...

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Discovery Commons Virginia Beach

1628 Old Donation Parkway, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
8.9
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102 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
LOUIS RYAN - I'm a current/former resident or client

From the time I toured and selected Discovery Commons, I have been extremely happy with their service, care and professionalism.

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Top cities in Virginia for independent living

8.6
Arlington, VA
99 facilities
8.6
Fairfax, VA
49 facilities
8.6
Leesburg, VA
15 facilities
8.5
Virginia Beach, VA
22 facilities
8.3
Richmond, VA
74 facilities
8.2
Charlottesville, VA
16 facilities

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