On this page
About Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA
Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA is operated by Retirement Unlimited Inc. and offers assisted living, memory care, and independent living in the Burke area (Fairfax County). It is the only Patriot Angels assisted living partner in Burke so far. More assisted living in Burke.
Care Offered at Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA
Assisted living
Provides personalized assisted living support with help for daily activities in a welcoming community setting.
Assisted living in Burke →Memory care
Delivers dedicated memory care services with trained staff and individualized support.
Memory care in Burke →Independent living
Offers maintenance-free independent living in a welcoming senior community environment.
Independent living in Burke →Paying for Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA with VA Benefits
Because Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse rather than to Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA, it can go toward the monthly bill here like any other income. Families usually combine it with savings, retirement income, the sale of a home, or long-term care insurance. Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA families can find the benefit amounts and filing rules in our Aid & Attendance fact sheet.
| Household | Maximum Aid & Attendance per month | Left of a $6,945 bill |
|---|---|---|
| Two veterans married, both qualifying | $3,845 | $3,100 |
| Veteran married to a non-veteran | $2,874 | $4,071 |
| Single veteran | $2,424 | $4,521 |
| Surviving spouse | $1,558 | $5,387 |
Compared with the Virginia median for assisted living of $6,945 a month (CareScout 2025). That is an area figure, not this community’s price; ask Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA for its rate sheet.
See If Your Veteran Qualifies at Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA
A wartime veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward care at Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA. Answer a few questions to find out at no cost. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a assisted living claim.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
Similar Communities Near Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA
See all partners on Assisted Living in Burke or across Virginia.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
Families considering Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA and others across the country rate Patriot Angels 4.9 on Google. BBB A+ accredited. See all reviews
Questions About Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA
Does Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA accept VA Aid & Attendance?
The benefit is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, not the community, so it can be used toward the bill at any private assisted living community, including Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA.
Does Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA offer memory care?
Yes. Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA offers memory care alongside assisted living, independent living.
Is Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA staffed around the clock?
Yes. Heatherwood Retirement Community-VA reports care staff on site 24/7.
