Best Memory Care in Fairfax, Virginia
9 communities found
Fairfax has 10 memory care communities, all residential rather than agency-run, with an average rating of 4.6 across the 10 rated communities. MyLivingChoice reviewed 729 family reviews to build this picture, and 1 of the 10 listings is verified by its operator, with 1 accepting Medicaid.
- 9communities
- 4.5average rating, 9 rated
- 667family reviews read
From $6,400/moPartnerSunrise at Fair Oaks
Fairfax, Virginia
4.6(28)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
From $7,200/moPartnerSunrise of Fairfax
Fairfax, Virginia
4.1(28)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
PartnerThe Virginian
Fairfax, Virginia
4.1(128)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
ICARE Homes Assisted Living & Memory Care Services
Fairfax, Virginia
5(69)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Brightview Fair Oaks - Senior Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Fairfax, Virginia
4.8(105)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
AvidCare Assisted Living
Fairfax, Virginia
4.9(19)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Brightview Northfax - Senior Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Fairfax, Virginia
5(12)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Arden Courts (Fair Oaks)
Fairfax, Virginia
4.6(39)
Memory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Fair Oaks Health & Rehabilitation
Fairfax, Virginia
3.6(239)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated memory care in Fairfax
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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ICARE Homes Assisted Living & Memory Care Services
5 (69 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
ICARE Homes is described as a small, family-owned home in Fairfax offering warm, attentive staff and home-cooked meals in an intimate setting.
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Brightview Fair Oaks - Senior Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
4.8 (105 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Brightview Fair Oaks is praised for kind, professional staff, quality dining, and social activities across independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
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4.9 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
AvidCare Assisted Living is described as an intimate, home-based community with attentive staff and an owner personally involved in resident care.
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Brightview Northfax - Senior Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
5 (12 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Brightview Northfax, opening in 2026, has early reviews praising the sales team and design, though no residents have yet moved in.
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4.6 (39 reviews)· Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Arden Courts Fair Oaks is described as warm and attentive, with staff knowledgeable about dementia care, clean facilities, and home-cooked food.
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4.6 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Sunrise at Fair Oaks is described as warm and well-staffed, with long-tenured employees and strong communication with families across independent living and memory care.
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4.1 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Sunrise of Fairfax is praised for caregivers and physical quality, though families report frustrations with billing, responsiveness, and staff turnover.
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4.1 (128 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
The Virginian is described as friendly and well-appointed, with quick move-in support, renovated apartments, and praised food quality.
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Fair Oaks Health & Rehabilitation
3.6 (239 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 155 units
What families say about memory care in Fairfax
Counted across the review summaries of 9 Fairfax communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Caring, attentive staff is the most common praise, noted in 90% of the 10 communities, while food and dining and memory care support are each mentioned in 60%. Cost and billing concerns come up in 70% of communities, and communication with families is flagged in 40%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 89%
- Food and dining 67%
- Warm, home-like feel 67%
- Building and grounds 56%
- Memory care 56%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 67%
- Communication with families 33%
- Staff attitude 22%
“Wonderful, caring staff, alert to medical conditions and needs. Very responsive and thoughtful management. Meals are very good, tailored to residents' needs. Facility is bright and clean. Furniture and other amenities are new.”
“We placed my brother here because we could no longer manage him at home. The staff has been very professional, patient and understanding of his issues. They take their time with him and have learned how to address him. We are very thankful we found a new home for him.”
“This wonderful community is clean with courteous staff & quality care. Their events are always festive & creative. Brightview has a fantastic reputation & this location does not fall short of that standard.”
Memory Care in Fairfax: the figures
- •Most common amenities: private rooms (9), medication management (9), 24-hour staff (9), housekeeping (9), gathering / activity spaces (9), dietary accommodations (9).
How families pay for memory care in Virginia
Most families in Virginia start by looking at what they already have: savings, retirement income, and often the proceeds from selling a house. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years ago, can also help cover the monthly cost of assisted living, memory care, or independent living. It's worth reading the policy closely, since some only pay after a waiting period or require a certain level of care need before benefits kick in.
The full picture for the state: Memory Care in Virginia.
Memory Care near Fairfax
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna5 mi | 8 | 4.5 / 5 | 5 mi |
| Annandale5.9 mi | 30 | 4.4 / 5 | 5.9 mi |
| Reston6.9 mi | 16 | 4.4 / 5 | 6.9 mi |
| Springfield7.5 mi | 12 | 3.9 / 5 | 7.5 mi |
| Falls Church7.6 mi | 27 | 4.6 / 5 | 7.6 mi |
| McLean8.4 mi | 8 | 4.7 / 5 | 8.4 mi |
| Herndon8.9 mi | 19 | 4.8 / 5 | 8.9 mi |
| Arlington10.7 mi | 14 | 4.1 / 5 | 10.7 mi |
All of Virginia: Memory Care in Virginia. Closer to home? Compare memory care near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Fairfax, 667 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Fairfax ask about.
- Home Care in Virginia: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: 9 Key Differences and How to Choose the Right One
- How Routine Enhances Quality Of Life In Memory Care
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Memory Care in Fairfax: Common Questions
How many memory care communities are in Fairfax, Virginia?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 memory care communities in Fairfax, Virginia, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does memory care cost in Fairfax?
Among Fairfax communities that publish pricing, memory care starts around $6,400/month, with an average published starting rate near $6,800/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which memory care communities in Fairfax are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include ICARE Homes Assisted Living & Memory Care Services (5★, 69 ratings), Brightview Northfax - Senior Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care (5★, 12 ratings), AvidCare Assisted Living (4.9★, 19 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Fairfax?
Beyond memory care, Fairfax has home health (19 communities), at-home care (14 communities), assisted living (13 communities), independent living (9 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate memory care in Fairfax?
Families rate Fairfax memory care communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 667 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Fairfax memory care communities?
Across the review summaries of 9 Fairfax communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 89%), food and dining (mentioned for 67%), warm, home-like feel (mentioned for 67%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (67%), communication with families (33%), staff attitude (22%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Fairfax bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
