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138 reviews
A great place for your loved ones to continue life with a quality environment, top of line amenities, and great customer care. We are fortunate enough to know our mother will be cared for and given continued...
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 Wellington at lake Manassas Community, located in Gainesville, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Inspiritas - Memory Care. You'll have peace of mind knowing we are a Retirement Unlimited, Inc community, family-owned and operated in Virginia with a proud 35+ year tradition of...
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26 reviews
The staff at Legacy Ridge were ALWAYS. available to talk with me about my father or to put him on the phone with me so we could talk. The staff adapted to the needs of my father as he progressed through his...
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.
Legacy Ridge takes a purposeful, comprehensive approach to memory care through state-of-the-art accommodations, a warm and welcoming environment, thoughtful programming, as well as amenities and finishes that prove no detail has been overlooked. From the Safe and Secure Courtyards, Spa, Fitness...
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9.2
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8 reviews
The move in process was good. The meals are good quality, but occasionally not so good. Generally, my loved one is happy with the meals. We would and do recommend this facility to others.
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.
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8.5
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27 reviews
I was there last weekend helping a family member move in. I was so impressed by how this facility is run. Many activities for the patients on the weekends, as well as the weekdays. Beautiful dining rooms 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.
We have been in business over 3 years and are well established and very family oriented and busy. Our RN and LPN's along with the CNA's attend monthly ongoing training. We won best of Prince William County 2018 and 2019. Our company donates over $100k a year to the Altz. association. We have our...
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8.5
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9 reviews
My wife, who had Parkinson’s disease and moderate dementia, spent 13 months at this facility before she passed recently. She had previously been cared for in two other facilities, and was much more content...
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.
Noble Senior Living at Warrenton is always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents. Noble Senior Living at Warrenton offers medical facilities, outdoor activities, shopping and restaurants which are all conveniently located nearby. Residents always have options when...
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8.3
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64 reviews
Love this new place. The staff are amazing and genuinely care about the residents. They are in the process of renovating and updating. There will be a brand new Memory Care section. It's going to be so nice.
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.
Paramount Senior Living at Manassas is a premiere assisted living community in Manassas, Virginia. Our campus, which is set on six acres, is just a short drive from Washington D.C. and near downtown Manassas, a local shopping mall and an abundance of restaurants. Manassas is a quiet and peaceful...
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8.0
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6 reviews
My sister is a pt at commonwealth I have been very pleased with how they communitecate with me about my sister my sister seems to be happy there. She is in the hospital right now but will return soon. She...
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.
On your first visit to Novant Health UVA Health System Caton Merchant House, located on a beautifully-landscaped estate in historic Old Town Manassas, Virginia, you’ll feel like you’ve come home. With over 30 years offering assisted living, Caton Merchant House offers the conveniences and...
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7.2
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4 reviews
The staff is very friendly and always responds to questions or concerns from family. The facility is very well maintained and clean. I would recommend this facility to others.
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.
The Villa at Suffield Meadows initially opened its doors for operation in 2010. The Villa provided Fauquier and surrounding communities with luxurious residential and assisted living options. Set on more than three acres and surrounded by the established, 55+ scenic neighborhood of Suffield...
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7.2
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51 reviews
As soon as you walk in, it feels like a family atmosphere. The front desk staff are very nice and friendly. There is music piped in and it is really beautiful. The caregivers are angels and they take...
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.
Arbor Terrace Sudley Manor provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Manassas, Virginia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care...
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7.0
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34 reviews
The new community will finally open in February 2023, which will have both Assisted Living and Memory Care. What stuck out to us here was the affordable Memory Care and the up grades (such as roll in...
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.
Assisted living is the preferred lifestyle for those seniors who want to remain independent, yet need some assistance from time to time. At Fox Trail Assisted Living we provide the services that allow you to enjoy life with peace of mind and ease of living.Fox Trail Assisted Living is an assisted...
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Cost of assisted living in Gainesville, VA
The average cost of senior living in Gainesville is $6,356 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Remington, VA with an average of $5,388 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gainesville
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gainesville
Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA in Fairfax, VA
5.0
My parents current live at Fair oaks and for the last couple of months I have seen them flourish. The activities are always fun and right up my parents alley! The food by Chef [name removed] is delicious. [name removed] was extremely helpful with getting my parents settled in their new place. ...
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Sunrise at Countryside in Sterling, VA
4.3
Everybody is very helpful and attentive to my needs. The staff come and check making sure I am okay. I haven't participated in activities yet since I'm still getting myself acclimated to my new environment. So far i am very happy and satisfied with my new place.
Sunrise of Fairfax
3.6
The move in was easy and helpful. Dining staff and kitchen could be better trained and more hospitable. I would give the food a grade of C-. Overall though, a nice place to live that I would recommend for the value.
Gainesville review score based on 82 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 82 reviews of 10 Gainesville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gainesville 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
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Review subcategories for Gainesville 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 82 reviews of 10 Gainesville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gainesville 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.Gainesville, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Gainesville assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gainesville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
90.0%
50.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70.0%
32.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100.0%
98.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100.0%
98.9%
Visiting health care professionals
Visiting health care professionals
90.0%
55.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.0%
29.0%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100.0%
98.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
90.0%
48.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90.0%
53.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gainesville 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 Gainesville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
90.0%
50.0%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60.0%
30.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80.0%
40.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.0%
13.0%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gainesville 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 Gainesville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
80.0%
25.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.0%
37.5%
No sugar
No sugar
60.0%
35.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70.0%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.0%
5.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Gainesville 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 Gainesville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gainesville, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
70.0%
29.0%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80.0%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
70.0%
33.0%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.0%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gainesville 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 Gainesville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gainesville, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
90.0%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
80.0%
29.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50.0%
28.0%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90.0%
48.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
90.0%
46.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
90.0%
51.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.0%
38.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70.0%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.0%
35.0%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80.0%
43.9%
Live performances
Live performances
90.0%
44.5%
Dances
Dances
50.0%
26.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.0%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80.0%
43.1%
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State regulations for Assisted Living in Gainesville
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for Assisted Living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia Assisted Living regulations will help you understand how Assisted Living communities in Gainesville protect seniors.
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