The Virginian

    9229 Arlington Blvd, Fairfax, VA, 22031
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Renovated, caring staff, some issues

    I moved my parent here and overall we're pleased. The newly renovated apartments, beautiful grounds, active calendar, dining venues (wine cellar, bistro) and on-site therapy/all levels of care are real strengths, and the rental pricing/no big entry fee was attractive. The staff are mostly caring and professional, but renovations are ongoing and some older skilled-nursing areas feel dated; short-staffing has caused slow call responses, spotty communication and occasional care/cleanliness issues. Tour thoroughly - great community, but go in with realistic expectations.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.10 · 154 reviews

    Overall rating

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    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.2
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      3.6
    • Amenities

      3.7
    • Value

      2.6

    Location

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    About The Virginian

    The Virginian sits at 9229 Arlington Blvd in Fairfax, Virginia, nestled on 36 wooded acres, and it's been serving the community since 1980, so you'll find it's gathered quite a reputation over the years. Walter Gibson manages things as administrator, and the community works under a proprietary ownership model, with Welltower as the owner and Cogir Senior Living handling management. The building was fully renovated in 2024, with a $67 million upgrade that brought in modern, redesigned residences with new amenities and updated spaces throughout. The Virginian offers a full continuum of care on a month-to-month rental basis, and there aren't any big buy-in fees up front, which some people find simpler to manage; you can move between Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and a Health Care Center with priority access to higher levels of care if health needs ever change. There's long-term care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services, and they bring in doctors directly for medical support whenever needed, so you're not running around for appointments, and there's on-site help available. Some people appreciate the daily VIP happy hours at the Rock Creek Grill, and the Concierge Club provides butler and dry cleaning services, which residents use for added convenience. There are exclusive 5th-floor residences with high-end finishes for those who want something extra, and valet parking is available for residents and guests, so you won't need to worry about that. Social opportunities and activities let people keep active and meet others, making it easier to stay engaged. The Virginian connects with resource networks like VirginiaNavigator, SeniorNavigator, and others, and it's got a large resource directory with over 26,000 programs listed, so you can find help or information when you need it. The whole community is designed to support an active, independent life while providing the help people may need as they age. If you need more details, you can take a look at their website, boulevardrehabhc.com.

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