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Assisted living costs in Blue Oaks average about $7,071 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 49 communities in Blue Oaks. Our detailed directory has 1118 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Alexandria and Silver Spring.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of Sunrise Braddock Glen
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.2
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29 reviews
8.2
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29 reviews
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Braddock Glen is outstanding in every way and my mother (resident) and I could not be more pleased with the staff, management and facility. The residents are happy and friendly. The staff is on top of every...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Braddock Glen in Fairfax, Virginia is a warm and friendly low-cost assisted living community where every resident receives personalized assistance, supportive services, and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, community setting from long-tenured team members. We are...
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Photo of Avalon House on Oakview Drive
2020 Photos available
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My family has had a wonderful experience with Avalon and the care they provide for my mom. From the moment she moved in, the staff made her feel comfortable and safe. One of the things I appreciate most...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Avalon House on Oakview Drive is an assisted living facility located on Oakview Drive in McLean, Virginia. While we specialize in providing help for older residents, we also offer some memory care services for those suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia because we want the families of those...
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28 reviews
10
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Our family has been so grateful for the care my mother-in-law has received here. The staff are consistently pleasant, respectful, and attentive, and they’re always on top of her needs and quick to respond...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Avalon House on Woodacre Drive is one of many residential assisted living Avalon Homes located in Northern Virginia and Maryland. Specializing in residents with Alzheimer's and other types of memory loss difficulties, the Woodacre Drive residence is conveniently situated west of George Washington...
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9.9
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23 reviews
9.9
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23 reviews
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My father spent a couple years at the house here with [name removed] and the Avalon team. He had Alzheimer’s and had become difficult to care for around the clock at home. The care he received at Avalon was...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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9.8
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57 reviews
9.8
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57 reviews
5 star
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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Photo of Arden Courts Annandale, A Memory Care Community
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9.7
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35 reviews
9.7
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There have been ups and downs with my husband and his behavior. But Arden Courts has been understanding and responsive, and now that he is on different medicine, he's doing much better, so it's going well.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For 19 years, Arden Courts – ProMedica Memory Care Community in Annandale is located on Braddock Road. We cater to the special needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other related forms of dementia such as Lewy Body, frontotemporal dementia, vascular dementia and Parkinson’s...
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Photo of Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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79 reviews
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79 reviews
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I am impressed with the staff and the facility. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Avalon House on Cawdor Court
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9.5
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24 reviews
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If I think of it objectively, considering only Avalon House, I would rate the experience as a 5. (If I describe the overall experience, I would have to include the personal pain and unhappiness that each of...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Avalon House on Cawdor Court is a state of the art assisted living facility located in Mclean, Virginia. We are driven by our servant oriented policy to always have our residents as top priority. Not only do we strive to make our facility as accommodating as it should be, but we also want you to...
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Photo of Harmony at Spring Hill
99 Photos available
2424 Floor plans available
9.3
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39 reviews
9.3
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39 reviews
5 star
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Staff is welcoming and very considerate. The place is always clean and the food is pretty good. I can't speak to the activities and as far as the apartment size goes [name removed] has a studio and it is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Harmony at Spring Hill, in Lorton, Virginia, offers assisted living and memory care in a welcoming community.With comfortable apartments and engaging daily experiences, residents enjoy a lifestyle that feels balanced and connected.Here, thoughtful support and meaningful connections make each day...
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Photo of Harmony at Chantilly
2323 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.3
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73 reviews
9.3
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73 reviews
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The food was not good. Wait time after ordering ranged from 10-40 minutes. Many meals were cold. One male waiter would forget items, say he would bring them, but many times just ignored the requests. Many...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Harmony at Chantilly offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a welcoming, thoughtfully designed community.Located in Herndon, VA, we offer comfortable apartments, inviting spaces, and daily experiences, life here is easy and fulfilling.Here, independence, support, and...
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Photo of The Virginian by Cogir
3535 Photos available
9.2
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40 reviews
9.2
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40 reviews
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Work orders take a long time to be fullfilled, and often need to be requested a second time by administrators for action to be accomplished.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Virginian is full service retirement community located on 32 secluded and wooded acres in the heart of Fairfax, VA. and is managed by Life Care Services. A long driveway right off of Arlington Blvd. leads you away from the hustle and bustle of crowded Northern Virginia life to the five-floor...
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Photo of The Fairfax, a CCRC
1717 Photos available
2121 Floor plans available
9.2
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38 reviews
9.2
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. There are new activities all the time! Our apartment has maid service once a week. They have a good food selection.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Fairfax is a continuing care retirement community conveniently located near Fort Belvoir, VA and is the perfect option for individuals over the age of 55 looking to enjoy and active, fulfilling life with none of worries of home-ownership. Meals, housekeeping and maintenance are included in...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas
3636 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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9.2
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13 reviews
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The staff - personal care, PT, OT, reception, nursing - are kind and competent. Mom likes her room. The food is okay and is the reason for the 4 stars.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas is located on a beautifully-landscaped estate in historic Old Town Manassas, Virginia. You’ll feel like you’ve come home. Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas offers the conveniences and comforts of home with a personalized level of care and assistance...
Photo of Avalon House on High Street
1414 Photos available
9.2
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18 reviews
9.2
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18 reviews
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I’m very pleased with the care my parent receives at Avalon House. The two full-time caregivers are warm, lovely people who show concern for everyone in the house, including the families. I visit almost...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Avalon House on High Street is an assisted living facility located in Falls Church, Virginia. At Avalon House we recognize the importance of balancing a warm, homelike environment with comprehensive medical care. When your loved one is no longer able to live at home, the decision to seek out an...
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Photo of Hunters Woods at Trails Edge
1717 Photos available
9.0
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33 reviews
9.0
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33 reviews
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Nice facility, on-site PCP and other healthcare services. Food is good. Some, but not all, staff are attentive and friendly. Lots of activities.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hunters Woods at Trails Edge is the perfect retirement community for vibrant living and an active lifestyle. It is a state of the art retirement community nestled in a tranquil wooded setting right next to the convenience of the Turquoise Nature Trail, Reston Town Center, and Reston Community...
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Photo of The Trillium
2424 Photos available
8.9
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3 reviews
8.9
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3 reviews
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It is elegant but individually paced...delightful experience The Trillium! I would recommend The Trillim to others who are currently searching for a place. I am proud to live at the Trillium.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Trillium at Tysons: Redefining Retirement Living with Approachable EleganceWelcome to The Trillium, where retirement living is elevated through impeccable design, personalized service, and a seamless blend of hospitality and care. Having first welcomed residents in August of 2024, The...
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Photo of Sunrise of McLean
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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19 reviews
8.9
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19 reviews
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Sunrise McLean has the friendliness staff. They truly seem to know each resident well and show them love and respect. This is true from the maintenance staff all the way up to administration. The nursing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Sunrise of Springfield
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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53 reviews
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53 reviews
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The faculty is lovely, it is very homelike and you can make your loved one's space as personal as you want. The staff is friendly and helpful, they want everyone to be safe and well looked after, but also...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Sunrise of Hunter Mill
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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56 reviews
8.8
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56 reviews
5 star
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Sunrise Of Hunter Mill met our expectations in so many ways from the small family type setting, to the cleanliness, not only of the facility itself, but with the residents room and making sure the resident...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise at Hunter Mill has been ranked as one of the top communities in 2013 on SeniorAdvisor.com, the premier online ratings and reviews site for senior living communities nationwide. The SeniorAdvisor 2013 Excellence Award recognizes senior living communities who receive consistently high...
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8.7
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18 reviews
8.7
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18 reviews
5 star
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Her first night was scary (for her). She adapted quickly. The staff are great. I would definitely recommend The Providence to others. Yes. It's expensive. But peace of mind that my loved one is safe and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
With no large entry fee, The Providence offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in the heart of Fairfax, Virginia. The Providence features a warm and nurturing holistic approach to senior living that ensures residents thrive, with a portfolio of amenities and experiences as vibrant and distinctive...
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Photo of Sunrise at Silas Burke House
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.6
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35 reviews
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35 reviews
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The campus is extremely well laid out for accessibility and everyday living. It is cheerfully appointed and clean. The staff is very professional, highly competent, and friendly. [name removed] and [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Renaissance of Annandale
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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4 reviews
8.5
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Working with [name removed] to find a place for my mom was a great experience. He was patient, listened and helped us understand what’s most important for her at this time. Tons of great insight and support...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Aarondale Community
1212 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.5
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82 reviews
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82 reviews
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They were amazing and I'd highly recommend them. It was my sister that was at Aarondale and she was only there for five weeks. She was on hospice for pancreatic cancer. So I can't speak to amenities social...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience Senior Care at AarondaleSurrounded by lovely gardens and a meticulously landscaped setting in Springfield, Virginia, Aarondale stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just minutes from Washington, D.C., our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, Assisted...
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8.5
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18 reviews
8.5
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5 for all categories--there is nothing at all I would change. My wife is even getting settled in, and complementing the care provided by staff, which is completely different from the situation at her prior...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Avalon House on Woodland Drive is an Alzheimer's Care provider located in the independent city of Falls Church, Virginia. We are known for providing dedicated memory care programs as well as following the philosophy of aging in place. Our intent is to provide senior citizens with the comfort and...
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8.4
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11 reviews
8.4
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11 reviews
5 star
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I would definitely recommend The Kensington. If you are looking for a very high touch, personable experience for your family member and yourself this is the place to be
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of assisted living in Blue Oaks, VA

The average cost of senior living in Blue Oaks is $7,071 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arlington, VA with an average of $6,682 per month.

Assisted living costs in Blue Oaks, VA, vs. state and national averages

Blue Oaks, VA
$7,071/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Blue Oaks, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,071/mo
$8,359/mo

Assisted living costs in Blue Oaks, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,310/mo
Studio
$5,719/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,390/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,318/mo

Senior living costs in Blue Oaks vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Blue Oaks, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlue Oaks, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$7,071/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,359/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,581/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Blue Oaks, VA:$7,071/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Blue Oaks, VA:$8,359/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Blue Oaks, VA:$4,581/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Blue Oaks, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Blue Oaks and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Blue Oaks, VAVA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Blue Oaks, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Blue Oaks have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Blue Oaks, VA$6,636/mo$6,488/mo+2.3%
Virginia$5,854/mo$5,621/mo+4.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Blue Oaks, VA
2024 average cost:$6,636/mo
2023 average cost:$6,488/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,854/mo
2023 average cost:$5,621/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Blue Oaks, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Blue Oaks.

What families are saying about assisted living in Blue Oaks

Recent reviews for assisted living in Blue Oaks

Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Harper's Station Memory Care in Gainesville, VA

4.9
I would and do highly recommend Harper's Station. Dad was very happy there. His and my only issue was phone service. It was constantly going down for hours to days at a time. Dad was one of the first residents there so it may have been resolved by now.

Lavender Hills Prince William Campus in Manassas, VA

5.0
The community really helped my loved one improve his mobility and he was himself again. The community was clean and neat and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Consistent and responsive communication. Many reviews mention the excellent communication between staff and families at their community. At Sunrise Braddock Glen, for example, families appreciate the regular updates from the community director and the easy accessibility of staff members to answer any questions or concerns. At Harmon ...
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Long-tenured and dedicated staff. Residents and their families express appreciation for the continuity and care provided by long-term staff members. Reviews for Tall Oaks Assisted Living highlight the persistence of the staff in making transitions successful and their commitment to making residents feel at home. At Sunrise of ...
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Engaging activities tailored to residents' interests. Activities are a favorite among residents, with many communities offering a wide range of options to keep residents engaged and active. For example, at Aarondale Community, activities include singing, games, gardening classes, and social events. At Heatherwood Retirement Community, residents ...
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Personalized care and attention to individual needs. Care is tailored to residents' unique needs, with staff members going above and beyond to ensure a positive experience. At Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA, the staff is praised for their ability to accommodate individual preferences and dietary restrictions. At Sunrise Braddock Glen, the caring and ...
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Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at their community, with residents and their families feeling a sense of belonging and community. At Sunrise of Hunter Mill, the staff is described as being like family, and residents enjoy the social opportunities and opportun ...
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High-quality and delicious meals. Residents and their families frequently praise the quality and taste of the meals provided, with many communities offering a variety of options to cater to residents' dietary preferences and restrictions. At Sunrise of Falls Church, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary need ...
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Blue Oaks review score based on 213 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 213 reviews of 46 Blue Oaks assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Blue Oaks review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Blue Oaks review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Blue Oaks, VA46 facilities
8.4
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Review subcategories for Blue Oaks assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 213 reviews of 46 Blue Oaks assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Blue Oaks resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Blue Oaks, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
2.9
3.1
Staff
3.2
3.3
Meals & dining
3.0
3.0
Activities
2.8
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Blue Oaks assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blue Oaks assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blue Oaks, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Blue Oaks assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Blue Oaks that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Blue Oaks, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
87%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
82.6%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
95.7%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
54.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
87%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Blue Oaks assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Blue Oaks Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blue Oaks, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
93.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
71.7%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
89.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blue Oaks assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Blue Oaks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blue Oaks, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
65.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80.4%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
80.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
82.6%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
56.5%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Blue Oaks assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Blue Oaks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blue Oaks, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60.9%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
60.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
43.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blue Oaks assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Blue Oaks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blue Oaks, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
69.6%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.5%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.7%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.9%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.5%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.4%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
71.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
58.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.4%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.6%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Blue Oaks

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Blue Oaks protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise Braddock Glen, Avalon House on Oakview Drive and Avalon House on Woodacre Drive are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Blue Oaks, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 49 assisted living facilities near Blue Oaks, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Blue Oaks, Virginia are Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community and Paramount Senior Living at Manassas. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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