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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Waterfall, VA

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The cost of independent living in Waterfall is about $5,912 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 226 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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Photo of Harpers Station Gainesville
11 Photo available
1919 Floor plans available
9.3
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16 reviews
9.3
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16 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
13%
3 star
13%
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0%
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What sold us on Harper station was that all three meals are prepared for Independent Living folks. Also, the fact that you can bring in nursing Aid assistance in small time increments into your independent...
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.
Photo of The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community
2323 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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141 reviews
9.2
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141 reviews
5 star
94%
4 star
3%
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1%
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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.
Experience Senior Care at The Wellington at Lake ManassasNestled in beautiful surroundings and small-town charm in Gainesville, Virginia, The Wellington at Lake Manassas stands out as the premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Arlington, our senior housing offers a...
Photo of Heritage Village Gainesville
2727 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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53 reviews
9.1
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53 reviews
5 star
59%
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26%
3 star
9%
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0%
1 star
6%
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My parents have been living at Heritage for the past six months. It’s been a huge adjustment and an emotional move. The staff has done a wonderful job through out the transition to show care and compassion....
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.
Heritage Village in Gainesville, VA, a well-established and bustling senior living community since 2016, is more than just a place to live. It's a family-oriented community that fosters a sense of belonging and independence among its residents. Our team, dedicated to providing customized care,...
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Photo of The Villa at Suffield Meadows
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9.0
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6 reviews
9.0
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6 reviews
5 star
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I would rate each category as a 5. My sister is very happy with the overall experience. Activities are top notch as well as food. She interacts with medical staff frequently and they are great! Staff is...
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...
Photo of Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living
1111 Photos available
8.0
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10 reviews
8.0
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10 reviews
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Capital Ridge occupies the high, but not ultra-wealthy, end of their commercial niche. It's generally a well-run operation, marred by frequent staff turnover. Meal quality is good enough most of the time,...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Capitol Ridge features an active senior living lifestyle, with a full list of amenities and services so you can enjoy your retirement and spend more time with new friends and family. Our independent lifestyle includes a live-in management team that is available 24/7. Each private apartment also...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of independent living in Waterfall, VA

The average cost of senior living in Waterfall is $5,912 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Warrenton, VA with an average of $4,808 per month.

Independent living costs in Waterfall, VA, vs. nearby cities

Waterfall, VA
$5,912/mo
$5,794/mo

Independent living costs in Waterfall, VA, vs. state and national averages

Waterfall, VA
$5,912/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Waterfall, VA, vs. other senior living options

$6,691/mo
Independent Living
$5,912/mo

Independent living costs in Waterfall, VA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,978/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,158/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,975/mo

Senior living costs in Waterfall vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Waterfall, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaterfall, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,912/mo$4,619/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$5,987/mo$5,443/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$6,691/mo$5,454/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Waterfall, VA:$5,912/mo
Virginia:$4,619/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Waterfall, VA:$5,987/mo
Virginia:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Waterfall, VA:$6,691/mo
Virginia:$5,454/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Waterfall, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Waterfall and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Waterfall, VAVA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Waterfall, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Waterfall have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Waterfall, VA$3,970/mo$3,448/mo+15.1%
Virginia$2,946/mo$2,953/mo-0.2%
National$2,799/mo$2,805/mo-0.2%
Waterfall, VA
2024 average cost:$3,970/mo
2023 average cost:$3,448/mo
Percent change:+15.1%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$2,946/mo
2023 average cost:$2,953/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,799/mo
2023 average cost:$2,805/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in Waterfall

Recent reviews for independent living in Waterfall

Lavender Hills Prince William Campus in Manassas, VA

5.0
The community really helped my loved one improve his mobility and he was himself again. The community was clean and neat and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Morningside House of Leesburg

4.6
A great place for most elderly with a fabulous staff that really cares about the people. The food is excellent and they have great activities. Would recommend for your loved one, if they are high-functioning.

Sommerset Retirement Community in Sterling, VA

5.0
I find Sommerset to be a very nice place to live. The apartment I live in is very comfortable. It is cleaned weekly and the bed linens are washed and returned. The food is quite good for a facility like Sommerset. There are numerous activities, trips and weekly entertainment.

Waterfall independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waterfall independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waterfall, 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 Waterfall 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 Waterfall partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waterfall, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Waterfall 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 Waterfall communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waterfall, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterfall 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 Waterfall offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waterfall, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.4%
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There are 6 independent living facilities near Waterfall, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Waterfall, Virginia is Sunrise at Countryside. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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