The Fairmont by Barclay House sits at 9852 Fairmont Avenue in Manassas, Virginia, in a quiet, residential neighborhood not far from shopping, dining, and healthcare. This independent and assisted living community gives seniors a comfortable place to live with several options, like studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, or bigger cottages, all pet-friendly, with modern kitchenettes, private bathrooms, and either a balcony or patio looking out over landscaped grounds, and boy, the apartments have good storage space, and everybody gets to control their own heat and air conditioning, so that's nice when the weather changes again. The activities folks keep a packed calendar, with things like walking the dogs, going on trips into town, arts projects, dancing, group fitness, games, and sometimes people just like to sit and chat in one of the common rooms or out on the patio, which feels good with the flowers in bloom out there, and when it's time to slow down, there's a cozy library or a big-screen TV lounge for movies.
Pets-cats and dogs-are part of daily life here, and sometimes you'll see people strolling with their dogs on the outdoor walking trails or just relaxing in the garden. Residents can take part in community or resident-run activities, and the facility provides its own transportation for trips out, shopping, doctor appointments, and such, which helps a lot if you don't drive anymore. Meals get cooked fresh every day and served in the big dining room, and there are three home-style meals a day, so you don't need to fuss over grocery lists or dishes, plus weekly housekeeping and linen service are included to make things easier.
The place has a beauty salon and barber, a wellness center for exercise and physical therapy sessions, a fitness room, a computer room with internet access and Wi-Fi, a gaming room for cards or chess, and inviting community spaces for spending time with friends or family when they visit. People who need some extra help can get medication management, help with dressing, mental wellness programs, and there's a 24-hour call system for peace of mind, while folks needing a break from caregiving can arrange respite stays.
The Fairmont by Barclay House offers different levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home services under the same roof, and they call it a Continuing Care Retirement Community, which means you don't have to move again if your needs change later on, which is very reassuring once you're settled somewhere. With all the maintenance, scheduled activities, health support, and even cable TV, the goal seems to be to help residents stay healthy, enjoy companionship, and keep living at their own pace in bright, welcoming surroundings.
