Senior care in Alexandria, VA
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Senior living snapshot
What to know about senior living in Alexandria
- Communities
42
Listed in Alexandria
- Avg rating
4.7 / 5
186 family reviews
- Verified
0
Operator-managed listings
- Care types
3
Available locally
Public records and government data for families
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Crime + safety data
Verified crime statistics for Alexandria, sourced from local law enforcement.
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Hospitals + nursing-home quality
Star ratings, inspection reports, and complaint history for nursing facilities in Virginia.
Medicare Care Compare
VA medical centers
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Virginia Medicaid + senior services
Eligibility, Home and Community Based Services waivers, and Area Agency on Aging contacts for Virginia.
Eldercare Locator (ACL.gov)
HUD Fair Market Rent
Federally-published rent benchmarks for the Alexandria area, used to price subsidized senior housing.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Browse by care type in Alexandria
Pick the level of care first. Pricing, amenities, and the services available all vary by care type.
AL
Top assisted living in Alexandria
Assisted living provides personal care, meals, and daily support for seniors who need help with everyday tasks but not full medical supervision.
HC
Top home care in Alexandria
Home care brings personal-care services and companionship into the senior's own home rather than moving them into a community.
SNF
Top nursing homes in Alexandria
A skilled nursing facility (SNF, often called a nursing home) provides 24-hour licensed medical care and rehabilitation for seniors with serious health conditions.
Cost of living near Alexandria
The cost of living in Virginia is slightly above the national average, which is 100.7. These costs are due to the housing, which is over 12 points higher. However, the median home cost is slightly cheaper than a home in the US. One area where Virginia excels is transportation. It's over 11 points less than the overall average. Utilities and groceries are slightly cheaper compared to the national average, making Virginia good in that regard. These costs can depend on where you live, so be mindful of that if you're considering retiring to Virginia.
- Overall
- 100.7
- Grocery
- 96.1
- Housing
- 112.1
- Utilities
- 96.5
- Transport
- 88.7
- Misc.
- 100.2
100 = US average. Virginia statewide; Alexandria-specific data may vary.
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Common questions about senior living in Alexandria
- How many senior living communities are in Alexandria, VA?
- Alexandria, VA has 104 senior living communities across 3 care types including assisted living, home care, nursing homes.
- What care types are available in Alexandria?
- Local options include assisted living, home care, nursing homes. Choose the care level first; pricing, amenities, and required services all vary by care type.
- How much does senior living cost in Alexandria?
- The cost of living in Virginia is slightly above the national average, which is 100.7. These costs are due to the housing, which is over 12 points higher. However, the median home cost is slightly cheaper than a home in the US. One area where Virginia excels is transportation. It's over 11 points less than the overall average. Utilities and groceries are slightly cheaper compared to the national average, making Virginia good in that regard. These costs can depend on where you live, so be mindful of that if you're considering retiring to Virginia. Pricing in Alexandria varies by apartment size and care level; request a written cost breakdown from each community on your shortlist.
- Does Medicare or Medicaid cover senior living in Alexandria?
- Medicare doesn't cover assisted living, independent living, or senior apartments. It does cover medically necessary short-term skilled nursing care after a qualifying hospital stay. Medicaid programs in Virginia may cover some services for eligible residents; coverage and eligibility vary by program.
- How do I tour senior living communities in Alexandria?
- Request pricing through SeniorSite and we'll send you availability and tour information from the communities you're considering. Most communities welcome both scheduled tours and drop-in visits during business hours.
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