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Alexandria is a beautiful city with a rich history, and many wonderfully preserved 18th and 19th-century buildings. The city has a relatively small population of 159,428, of whom 10.8% are seniors. Active retirees can find no shortage of things to do. They can take advantage of the city’s hot summers to explore Fort Ward Park and Historic Huntley, or play a game of golf, then spend the cold winters going to the movies at their choice of 53 theaters or shopping at one of the city’s numerous malls.
Older adults seeking a community and friendly support with daily living activities may find assisted living care helpful. According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly price of assisted living care in Alexandria is $5,948, which is noticeably more expensive than other cities in Virginia and the nation.
This guide to assisted living in Alexandria lists and compares prices for such care across Virginia. It also discusses the benefits and support available through some regional programs that serve Alexandria’s older population.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Virginia. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
In Alexandria, seniors pay an average of $5,948 per month for assisted living care, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
Across the state of Virginia, the average monthly price for assisted living care is $5,250, or roughly $700 less than in Alexandria. Across the United States, the average monthly price is $4,500, which is roughly $1,450 less than in Alexandria.
Over $1,300 separates the average costs of assisted living in Alexandria and Lynchburg, where seniors pay $4,625 monthly. Virginia Beach reports a monthly price of $4,690 while the state capital, Richmond, reports a monthly price of $4,901 — both of which cost over $1,000 less than Alexandria. Prices creep up to within $300 of Alexandria’s in Charlottesville, where seniors pay an average of $5,700 per month. At $5,925 monthly, Roanoke is only about $20 shy of Alexandria’s cost.
Note: Data for Alexandria was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Virginia.
| Contact | Description | |
| Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services | (703) 960-3411 | The Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services helps seniors access the support they need. The DARS has experts who can advise seniors about assisted living, transportation, personal assistance services, long-term care, health care benefits, volunteering, employment and other topics. |
| Virginia Department of Veterans Services | (703) 417-9090 | The Springfield Benefits Office provides veterans, spouses and dependents with advice about eligibility and assistance filing applications for pensions, health care and disability benefits. This includes VA Aid and Attendance pension top-up benefits that may help cover the cost of assisted living. |
| DOT Para-Transit | (703) 836-4414 ext. 116 | The DOT Para-Transit program offers affordable, accessible, door-to-door transportation within Alexandria and the surrounding areas. The service is available 7 days a week and open to those who find it difficult or are unable to use public transportation. |
| Legal Services of Northern Virginia | (866) 534-5243 | Legal Services of Northern Virginia offers free legal advice to eligible residents, including seniors. The nonprofit law firm assists with civil legal matters, including housing rights, benefits issues and elder abuse. Seniors can call to discuss their case and determine if they’re eligible for free or subsidized legal aid. The organization has a regional office in downtown Alexandria, which is wheelchair accessible. |
| Common Help Virginia | (855) 635-4370 | Common Help offers benefits reviews and guidance about health care, prescription drug costs and nutrition program for Virginia residents. Seniors can use the service to check whether they are getting the benefits they’re eligible for, and also request money management advice and assistance. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Alexandria area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
