Cascades Village

Cascades Village sits in Sterling, VA, and offers affordable senior apartments for those who want a simple, independent place to live, and if someone wants to look, they'll find one- and two-bedroom units between 768 and 886 square feet with the basics like air conditioning, private bath, and entry at varying floor levels, and though the building has no parking facility, it has transportation options both at cost and with public transit nearby. The apartments are income-restricted, which helps those on a tight budget, and rents run on a 12-month lease with deposits and fees for application, pets, and administration. Some units even have bath tubs or showers that work for wheelchairs, and animals like cats and dogs are welcome, and that's pretty nice for folks who want to keep a pet for company. Residents in Cascades Village get access to indoor and outdoor common spaces for socializing, a beautician for personal care, and a list of activities that are meant to keep people busy and feeling included, and the place is staffed by trained, friendly folks who help out with daily things like bathing and dressing when someone needs it. The community lets seniors keep their independence, but they offer more hands-on help through assisted living or if memory becomes a problem, with programs for those with Alzheimer's or other dementia, and there's even home care if staying in the apartment is better. Some people living here like quiet, hassle-free living, while others join in on the planned events or take walks to Claude Moore Park, which has hiking trails, ponds, historic spots, and sports areas. Seniors and their families can browse resources-over 26,000 programs listed by the connected Navigator sites covering everything from health and housing to veterans and disability advocacy, with articles and guides on everything from aging well to finding transportation. Caregivers and providers find support services, and there's plenty of information about caregiver needs, legal rights including LGBTQ protections, community-at-large contacts, income rules, and what it takes to move in. Health care is close by, usually under a ten-minute drive to urgent care or medical offices. Cascades Village isn't fancy, but it does aim to give older people a stable, comfortable place to live, whether active or needing a bit of help, and all in a setting centered on respect, choice, and the company of others growing older together.