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The cost of independent living in Clifton is about $5,444 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 797 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
English Meadows Manassas Campus harmonizes home, care, and comfort all in our inviting and warm campus setting. This isn’t just a place that’s easy on the eyes. It’s a place to experience life.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Amid a tranquil, wooded setting, Forest Glen Senior Apartment Community offers a relaxing atmosphere for seniors 62+. Located in Centreville, Forest Glen is central to the numerous conveniences and attractions of the region, including Washington Dulles International Airport, Eleanor Lawrence Park...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
With its desirable proximity to Prince William Parkway, River Run Senior Apartment Community affords adults 55+ and 62+ convenient, carefree retirement living. River Run is just minutes from the Occoquan River and regional parks, Occoquan Mill House Museum, Chinn Recreation Center and Woodbridge...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Clifton, VA

The average cost of senior living in Clifton is $5,444 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Church, VA with an average of $4,810 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Clifton, VA vs. nearby cities

Clifton, VA
$5,444/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Clifton, VA vs. the state and national average

Clifton, VA
$5,444/mo
U.S. national average
$4,126/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Clifton vs. other types of senior living

$7,257/mo
Independent Living
$5,444/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Clifton, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,644/mo
Studio
$6,908/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,515/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,421/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Clifton over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Clifton

Recent reviews for independent living in Clifton

Wingler House in Ashburn, VA

5.0
As a Realtor, I called several places. In calling a Place for Mom, they were able to secure an appt/unit when I was told by staff there were no vacancies. I have 3 friends who live there & told me otherwise. Anyway, my dear friend loves it there, he is still working & the location is very near ...
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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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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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Clifton independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clifton independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Clifton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clifton, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
61.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
41.9%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Clifton independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Clifton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clifton, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.1%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
58.1%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clifton independent 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 independent living communities in Clifton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clifton, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
64.5%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.2%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.1%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
67.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
45.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.7%
46.4%
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Falcons Landing, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Potomac Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clifton, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 33 independent living facilities near Clifton, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Clifton, Virginia are Potomac Place, Acclaim at Belmont Bay and Sunrise of Chevy Chase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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