Browse the 98 home care agencies in Fairfax, read 90 reviews, and learn about available services to find suitable home care options near you. Families in Fairfax choose home care for many reasons, including to reduce caregiver stress, curb senior loneliness, and make daily life easier for older adults. Most home care agencies in Fairfax personalize their services to your needs and provide them as frequently or infrequently as needed.
Types of care available in Fairfax, VA
We use home care services through Senior Care Safe at Home for our loved one and everything is great. I would recommend them to others.
The lady who comes everyday to help our loved one is very nice, overall our experience has been good and she is very friendly.
I needed someone to go with my mother-in-law to appointments. I chose this agency and used them twice. They were extremely professional and helpful. They were very responsive and called me back right away. I was able to get support that I needed. I absolutely would recommend them to family and friends.
10375 Democracy Lane Suite A, Fairfax, VA 22030
Loved the people from Senior Helpers... [name removed] aka [name removed] in Sales was sooo great in helping me however she could with my husband who just passed away on Jan. 19th. She always helped me get...
10347 Democracy Lane, Suite 200, Fairfax, VA 22030
The owners were great and they met with us and really wanted to know the needs of our loved ones. The caregiver that they send to us was amazing and became part of the family. I would recommend this...
10505 Braddock Road Suite #4D, Fairfax, VA 22032
We're devoted to seniors and the chronically disabled who aren't ready to leave their home for an institutional setting or who live with relatives, but because of illness or chronic conditions need support to remain at home. We bought the franchise over a year ago. Our caregivers are well...
Care with Love is so amazing! The staff and team are very dedicated! Thanks [name removed] for your help!
12011 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy., Suite 310, Fairfax, VA 22033
There very responsive, they work to match the right person with the care that you need. I get follow up calls to make sure we are working out with the person assigned to us. Only issue is the we have yet to...
10875 Main Street #112, Fairfax, VA 22030
Medical Professionals On-Call is committed to helping our clients live full, dignified, and independent lives in the comfort and familiarity of their homes. We provide in-home care to enrich the lives of our clients, and the peace of mind of their families, to maintain and enhance the maximum...
I only know the people that come to the house and they were very good. So based on that, I would say to give them a call. They have been providing physical therapy for my loved one.
7700 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043
Options For Senior America Corp. started providing home care services in late 1989 to the residents of the Washington, DC metropolitan area. What started as a handful of customers grew substantially due to the personal customer service that the company's management has always been keen to...
They provided all the details and patiently answered all the questions over the phone. Reliable, and friendly care providers. Highly recommended for in home care services.
1751 Pinnacle Drive, Ste #600, McLean, VA 22101
Indigo Nursing Services is a licensed and bonded full service Home Health Care Company dedicated to the needs of the elderly and disabled in all of Northern Virginia (and soon to be in Montgomery County, MD). We have a dedicated management team with over 70 years of experience in the health and...
9900 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031
10721 Main Street #304, Fairfax, VA 22030
We Are Comfort Keepers™ Our Family Is Here To Give Comfort To Your Family. Nothing is more important than helping people to live, independent and dignified lives within the comfort of their own homes. Comfort Keepers has been dedicated to providing the kind of non-medical in-home care that helps...
They're very good and very friendly. THe care is great, it's like anything else, everythings fine and I think the most important thing for families is they have to understand establishing real, relevant...
7523 Little River Turnpike, #102, Annandale, VA 22003
The team who cared for my loved one was excellent. They went above and beyond to provide excellent care for my loved one with end stage Alzheimer’s and I would recommend their services time and time again.
6504 Castien Lane, Springfield, VA 22150
I thought the owners were very quick to respond anytime I needed to reach out. They seem to be very caring and genuinely interested in being helpful to their clients. I didn't have direct contact with the actual day to day caregivers so I can't a...
7925 Jones Branch Dr, McLean, VA 22102
I chose HomeCare.com because they were the ones that responded to me quickly. The caregivers that I have had are really good. I would recommend them to others.
3607 Chain Bridge Road Suite D, Fairfax, VA 22030
IncrediCare can provide you with a professional caregiver to help you with some things around the house so you won’t have to rely on your children or friends as much and so you remain independent in your home longer. We allow you to continue to enjoy the comforts of home and to spend more quality...
Have been working with Incredicare over a year. I trust their care 100%. My father-in-law is able to live in his way because of their competent & compassionate care. Our care taken is like family to us.
3975 University Drive Ste. 415, Fairfax, VA 22030
this is who we are currently using. ..but their name is Active Living Home Health. We've been using them 4hr/day 2 days per week. However, we are going to begin this weekend to try 2 full days, i.e. 48 contiguous hrs.
14701 Lee Hwy Ste 206 Life Line Home Inc., Centreville, VA 20121
Who We AreWe are a group of licensed dedicated professionals who believe in providing trustworthy, quality, compassionate, and nurturing care to enhance the quality of life for those we serve while preserving their individual freedom and rights.We work hard to provide you with the highest quality...
We have been fairly happy with them. They have been pretty reliable. There was one small glitch, but they took care of it. The first person they sent out was really good, but for some reason, they changed...
6715 Backlick Road Suite 203, Springfield, VA 22150
Home Instead Senior Care enables the elderly to live independently. It’s at home where quality of life is enhanced without the stress of interrupted routines and changes in daily habits. Our non-medical CAREGivers provide one-on-one support and interaction that reduce feelings of isolation and...
10382a Democracy Lane, Fairfax, VA 22030
We specialize in offering non-skilled care and support services tailored to promote a healthy and fulfilling life.
10195 Main Street, Suite H, Fairfax, VA 22031
10721 Main St #304, Fairfax, VA 22030
We Are Comfort Keepers Our Family Is Here To Give Comfort To Your Family. Nothing is more important than helping people to live, independent and dignified lives within the comfort of their own homes. Comfort Keepers has been dedicated to providing the kind of non-medical in-home care that helps...
3022 Javier Rd., #152, Fairfax, VA 22031
3022 Janvier Rd. Ste. 105E, Fairfax, VA 22031
3918 Prosperity Avenue, Suite 205, Fairfax, VA 22031
3022 Javier Road Ste 207, Fairfax, VA 22031
11130 Fairfax Blvd Ste 200B, Fairfax, VA 22030
4015 Chain Bridge Rd Suite 36, Fairfax, VA 22030
In Fairfax, Virginia, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Fairfax, Virginia, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Fairfax is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Fairfax include bus routes. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Fairfax has fair biking infrastructure and is relatively walkable.
Fairfax offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Inova Fairfax Medical Campus and Inova Fair Oaks Hospital.
The city of Fairfax offers many arts and cultural opportunities throughout the year. Every week the City of Fairfax Commision of the Arts puts on a free film screening at the community center, known as Art Screen. The commission also holds an annual free performance of the Virginia Opera at the Sherwood Community Center. For senior history buffs, Fairfax boasts a number of museums and libraries where residents can learn about the city’s storied past.
Home care may be the right fit for seniors who want to age in place, but who would benefit from companionship, housekeeping, and help with some activities of daily living (ADLs). Home care is broad and personalized to each senior’s needs. In general, home caregivers may provide:
Home care, or in-home care, provides compassion and help for seniors who need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and wish to remain in their homes. Levels of care vary by need and can include companionship, meal prep, cleaning, transportation, and help with ADLs like bathing and dressing. Home care aides are trained to understand the nuances of senior care but generally aren’t licensed to provide medical services.
The median monthly cost of in-home care is $4,767 in Fairfax and about $4,382 for the state of Virginia, according to Genworth.
A Place for Mom’s local Senior Living Advisors can help find the right home care in Fairfax for you or your loved one.
Overall, the cost of living in Fairfax, VA is rated much higher than the average cost of living in Northern Virginia. The cost-of-living index is rated 69 points higher than the national average and the grocery index is rated five points higher than the average. All index scores are based on a sliding scale with the national average set at 100.
Cost-of-living index | Grocery index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value | Median family income | Estate tax |
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169 | 105 | $2,159 | 20.2% spend over 30% of their income on rent | $510,198 | $106,870 | None |
The highest-rated hospitals in Fairfax include:
According to the Koppen Climate Classification Index, the city of Fairfax has a humid subtropical type of climate. This means that the city experiences hot and muggy summers and cold, windy winters. Spring and summer tend to be wet and rainy. On average, the humidity level for Fairfax is roughly 70%. The average humidity levels are highest during the month of August at about 76%.
Seasonal Temperatures
Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
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76°F | 90°F (July) | 61°F (July) | 37°F | 50°F (December) | 24°F (January) |
Air Quality
Average air quality index rating | Average maximum air quality index rating |
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43 (Good) | 52 in the month of July (Moderate) |
Moderate conditions mean that those who are sensitive to particulates in the air should consider limiting the amount of time they spend on outdoor exertion.
Precipitation
Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum monthly precipitation | Average yearly snowfall |
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4” | 6” (May) | 22” |
Like many other major cities on the East Coast, the city of Fairfax tends to lean very liberal. The city has a very educated population and the vast majority of people who live in the city participate in the labor force.
2016 Presidential Election for Fairfax County
Voted Democratic | Voted Republican | Voted Third Party |
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64.4% | 28.6% | 7.0% |
Population Statistics
Population metro area | Population city proper | Population density | Population trend |
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6,216,589 | 24,097 | 1,490 people per square mile | Growing at a rate of 1.71% |
Age
Median | 55+ | 60+ | 70+ | 80+ |
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39 | 27% | 11% | 5% | 4% |
Highest Level of Education
High-school diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
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14% | 57% | 27% |
Race & Ethnicity
Asian | Black | Hispanic | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more |
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17% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 56.8% | 5.2% |
Crime
Total crimes | Property crimes per 1,000 citizens | Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens |
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399 | 15 | 1 |
Miscellaneous
Unemployed | Participate in the labor force | Have some form of disability | Live in poverty | Widows | Veterans |
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4% | 71% | 7% | 8% | 5% | 8% |
Fairfax is considered moderately friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that for the most part members of the community can participate in public life without fear of bigotry or discrimination. However, this may vary from neighborhood to neighborhood.
The city of Fairfax is a town with many names. Local nicknames include Fairfax City, Downtown Fairfax, Old Town Fairfax, and Fairfax Courthouse. Reflected in the various nicknames is the long and storied history of the city. For instance, the very first battle of the Civil War, the Battle of Fairfax Courthouse, was fought within the city limits.
The city of Fairfax offers many arts and cultural opportunities throughout the year. The Old Town Hall Performance Series showcases small ensemble and solo artists in an intimate setting. Every week the City of Fairfax Commision of the Arts puts on a free film screening at the community center, known as Art Screen. Films selected for screening have included Singing in the Rain, Nosferatu, and Loving Vincent. Every month, students from George Mason University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts showcase their talent at an exhibition held at the Old Town Hall. The commission also holds an annual free performance of the Virginia Opera at the Sherwood Community Center.
For those interested in history, Fairfax boasts a number of museums and libraries. The NRA National Firearm Museum is one of the largest private collections of firearms in the country with over 2,500 firearms on display. These include a rifle that was brought over on the Mayflower, a shotgun owned by Napoleon Bonaparte, and a rifle owned by the famed abolitionist John Brown. The Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center was originally built in 1873 and contains numerous documents and artifacts tracing back to the founding of the city.
Transportation
Public transportation is provided by Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) which operates 91 daily bus routes through the Fairfax Connector program.
Options for Senior America - Gaithersburg, MD, 2nd Family - Eldersburg and Ready 2 Serve Home Health Care LLC are the top rated home care agencies near Fairfax, Virginia. See full list of agencies.
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