Best Assisted Living & Nursing in Virginia — 16 resources

16 Resources

1. Virginia: All Long-Term Care Services — Free

All Long-Term Care Services — operated by Virginia — handles facility licensing, ombudsman support, quality ratings, and placement guidance for residents 60+. Find office contacts, downloadable forms, and program directories on the site. No fee for Virginia seniors who meet income and program criteria. Worth contacting before a crisis — touring multiple options takes time the family rarely has during an emergency. Most facilities offer tours by appointment; many will hold a room for 14 days with a...

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2. Long-Term Care Ombudsman — Free

Free advocates who resolve problems for residents of nursing homes and assisted living. Find your state ombudsman. Helpful for veterans and surviving spouses exploring Aid & Attendance to defray facility costs. Ask about staffing ratios, dementia training, hospice-on-site arrangements, and what triggers a level-of-care fee increase. Long-term care ombudsman calls are free and confidential, and most complaints are resolved without escalation. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call...

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3. Argentum — Free

Leading national association for senior living communities — find member providers. Worth contacting before a crisis — touring multiple options takes time the family rarely has during an emergency. Request the most recent state inspection report and a copy of the ombudsman complaint history before signing. Medicaid pays for nursing home care; assisted living is mostly private pay or limited Medicaid waivers in some states. Open at no cost to Virginia seniors and the families supporting them.

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4. AHCA/NCAL — Free

American Health Care Association / National Center for Assisted Living. Quality info and provider lookup. For families weighing assisted living, memory care, nursing home, or continuing care retirement community placement. Ask about staffing ratios, dementia training, hospice-on-site arrangements, and what triggers a level-of-care fee increase. Many families discover the senior's needs fall between assisted living and nursing home — "memory care" facilities often bridge that gap. Free service;...

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5. Caring.com — Free

Reviews and pricing for assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes nationwide. Worth contacting before a crisis — touring multiple options takes time the family rarely has during an emergency. Expect a financial assessment alongside the clinical one — many facilities require 1–2 years of private pay before Medicaid kicks in. Many families discover the senior's needs fall between assisted living and nursing home — "memory care" facilities often bridge that gap. No cost to older adults or the...

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6. SeniorAdvisor.com — Free

Reviews and ratings for assisted living, memory care, and home care across the US. Worth contacting before a crisis — touring multiple options takes time the family rarely has during an emergency. Request the most recent state inspection report and a copy of the ombudsman complaint history before signing. Average US assisted living rates in 2026: $5,400/mo memory care, $4,700/mo standard. Costs vary widely by metro. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and family caregivers.

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7. After55.com — Free

Apartment search for age-restricted (55+) and senior-friendly housing communities. Helpful for veterans and surviving spouses exploring Aid & Attendance to defray facility costs. Expect a financial assessment alongside the clinical one — many facilities require 1–2 years of private pay before Medicaid kicks in. Many families discover the senior's needs fall between assisted living and nursing home — "memory care" facilities often bridge that gap. Free, confidential, and available to any Virginia...

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8. LeadingAge Member Directory — Free

Search nonprofit, mission-driven senior living and care providers nationwide. For families weighing assisted living, memory care, nursing home, or continuing care retirement community placement. Ombudsman programs are free, confidential, and can advocate for residents on care, billing, and discharge disputes. Average US assisted living rates in 2026: $5,400/mo memory care, $4,700/mo standard. Costs vary widely by metro. Free, confidential, and available to any Virginia resident who needs the information.

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9. Holiday by Atria — Free

Independent senior living communities in 40+ states. Helpful for veterans and surviving spouses exploring Aid & Attendance to defray facility costs. Most facilities offer tours by appointment; many will hold a room for 14 days with a refundable deposit. Five-star ratings on Medicare.gov reflect staffing, inspection results, and quality measures — three-star or lower deserves a hard look. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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10. Brookdale Senior Living — Free

One of the largest US senior living operators. Independent, assisted, and memory care. Helpful for veterans and surviving spouses exploring Aid & Attendance to defray facility costs. Request the most recent state inspection report and a copy of the ombudsman complaint history before signing. Average US assisted living rates in 2026: $5,400/mo memory care, $4,700/mo standard. Costs vary widely by metro. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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11. Sunrise Senior Living — Free

Senior living, assisted living, and memory care in 30+ states. A first stop for adult children needing to move a parent in 30–60 days after a fall, hospital stay, or cognitive decline. Ask about staffing ratios, dementia training, hospice-on-site arrangements, and what triggers a level-of-care fee increase. Many families discover the senior's needs fall between assisted living and nursing home — "memory care" facilities often bridge that gap. Free, confidential, and available to any Virginia resident...

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12. Atria Senior Living — Free

Independent and assisted living communities throughout North America. A first stop for adult children needing to move a parent in 30–60 days after a fall, hospital stay, or cognitive decline. Most facilities offer tours by appointment; many will hold a room for 14 days with a refundable deposit. Medicaid pays for nursing home care; assisted living is mostly private pay or limited Medicaid waivers in some states. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call or browse.

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13. Erickson Senior Living — Free

Continuing care retirement communities in 11 states. Helpful for veterans and surviving spouses exploring Aid & Attendance to defray facility costs. Most facilities offer tours by appointment; many will hold a room for 14 days with a refundable deposit. Many families discover the senior's needs fall between assisted living and nursing home — "memory care" facilities often bridge that gap. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and family caregivers.

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14. Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman — Free

Free advocates resolving problems for Virginia residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. A first stop for adult children needing to move a parent in 30–60 days after a fall, hospital stay, or cognitive decline. Request the most recent state inspection report and a copy of the ombudsman complaint history before signing. Five-star ratings on Medicare.gov reflect staffing, inspection results, and quality measures — three-star or lower deserves a hard look. No cost to older adults or the...

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15. Virginia Nursing Home Compare — Free

Compare Virginia nursing homes on quality measures using Medicare's official tool. For families weighing assisted living, memory care, nursing home, or continuing care retirement community placement. Ask about staffing ratios, dementia training, hospice-on-site arrangements, and what triggers a level-of-care fee increase. Long-term care ombudsman calls are free and confidential, and most complaints are resolved without escalation. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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16. Virginia Assisted Living Listings — Free

Search assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes in Virginia on Caring.com. Helpful for veterans and surviving spouses exploring Aid & Attendance to defray facility costs. Most facilities offer tours by appointment; many will hold a room for 14 days with a refundable deposit. Five-star ratings on Medicare.gov reflect staffing, inspection results, and quality measures — three-star or lower deserves a hard look. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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Frequently Asked

How many assisted living & nursing resources are in Virginia?
Elders Corner tracks 16 assisted living & nursing resources for seniors and caregivers in Virginia.
Are assisted living & nursing resources in Virginia free?
16 of the 16 listed assisted living & nursing resources in Virginia are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Virginia have assisted living & nursing resources?
Resources serve multiple cities and counties in Virginia.
What are some examples of assisted living & nursing resources in Virginia?
Featured entries include Virginia: All Long-Term Care Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Argentum, AHCA/NCAL, Caring.com.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
0 of 16 Virginia assisted living & nursing listings include phone numbers.