Avalon House on Gelston Circle

1011 Gelston Circle, McLean VA, 22102


Resident Review Score
7.5
|
Loved

Starting price

$5,800

For this area
$$$

Welcome to Avalon House on Gelston Circle, an assisted living facility in Mclean, Virginia. This community does not offer a level of care outside of assisted living. Hospice services are available on-site for residents who need them. This facility may offer respite or short-term stays. If this is something you need, you will need to find out if there are any additional restrictions on this option. Avalon House on Gelston Circle offers vision care to its residents.

Costs at this community start at $5,408 and range up to $7,890. The average price in the community is $6,649, which is higher than the average cost of assisted living in the area of $5,376. The cost of assisted living in this area is greater than the state average. If the resident needs other services, additional care may increase the cost of care.

Special diet meals may not be available in all communities. This community provides a variety of special diets, including kosher meals, no or low sodium, no sugar meals, and vegan or vegetarian meals. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are 28 hospitals within 25 miles of Avalon House on Gelston Circle. The two closest hospitals are Sibley Memorial Hospital which is 5.2 miles away and Virginia Hospital Center which is 5.8 miles away.

This community has above-average reviews for the area; click for detailed reviews on Avalon House on Gelston Circle Reviews.

Some of the key amenities available at Avalon House on Gelston Circle are:

  • Housekeeping
  • Activity Center
  • Clubs & Communities
  • Nearby Shopping
  • Parking


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (877) 618-0710 or reach the community directly at(240) 401-0014

Consider Nearby Preferred Providers

Room Pricing
Assisted Living
One BedroomStarting at$5,800

Personal Care Add-Ons

This community offers a range of care levels depending on the customized needs of each resident.

Services Package Price Range:Varies
Meals
Housekeeping
Laundry
Medication Assistance
Personal Care Assistance
Resident Review Score
7.5
|
Loved
#3 in McLean, VA

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved4
Loved2
Good0
Average1
Below Average1

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community, Avalon House, receives an array of positive remarks from reviewers who highlight the clean, safe, and attentive environment it offers to its residents. Many note the dedicated care provided by the staff and the comfortable, home-like atmosphere of the facilities. Reviewers appreciate the personal approach to care made possible by a lower resident-to-staff ratio, with special mention of situations where staff went above and beyond to address individual resident needs. The modern, well-maintained residences, including features like a sunroom with a panoramic view and spacious, updated rooms, are frequently praised. Specifically, the capacity for specialized attention, such as memory care, and the peace of mind this brings to families is a recurring theme. The community's multiple locations are acknowledged, suggesting variability in experiences based on staff and specific house conditions, yet many reviewers express overall satisfaction, especially with how quickly and effectively management responds to concerns.
Nevertheless, some reviewers express concerns, particularly regarding the adequacy of care provision given the staff-to-resident ratio in some locations. The mention of shared bathrooms and the small size of some homes indicate that while the physical settings are generally well-regarded, the layout may not meet everyone's expectations or needs. A few reviews contain criticisms of particular staff members or aspects of the service, though these are balanced by instances where issues were promptly and satisfactorily resolved. The decision-making process for potential residents and their families is depicted as nuanced, with the importance of visiting multiple locations and assessing each based on individual care needs highlighted. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, focusing on the quality of care, the environment, and the effectiveness of management, the varying experiences underscore the importance of thorough evaluation for prospective residents and their families.

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Amenities

Avalon House on Gelston Circle


Housekeeping
Activity Center
Clubs & Communities
Nearby Shopping
Parking

Accommodations


Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Air Conditioned

Housekeeping

Outdoor Areas

Outdoor Garden

Parking

Activities & Fitness


Activities On-site

Activity Centre

Allowed Outdoors

Birthday Parties

Clubs & Communities

Library & Computer Lounge

Care


Ambulatory Care

Assisted Living

Diabetic

Hospice Care

Incontinence Care

Laundry / Dry Cleaning

Medication Management

Memory Care

Nurse

Nurses

Occupational Therapist

Physical Therapist

Additional Features


Dutch

English

Dining & Nutrition


Gluten / Allergen Free

Gluten-free

Healthy Snacks

Kosher Available

Low / No Sodium

Low Sodium

Meals Provided

No Sugar

Vegetarian Available

Services


Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Maintenance

Neighborhood


Nearby Shopping

Hospitals


Skin Cancer Outpatient Surgical Hospital

8301 Old Courthouse Road

Distance: 2.9 miles

Sibley Memorial Hospital

5255 Loughboro Road Nw

Distance: 5.2 miles

Virginia Hospital Center

1701 North George Mason Drive

Distance: 5.9 miles

Churches


Saint Andrew Romanian Orthodox Church

9111 River Road, Potomac

Distance: 4.0 miles

St Francis Episcopal Church

10033 River Road, Potomac

Distance: 4.7 miles

Emmanuel Lutheran Church

7730 Bradley Boulevard, Bethesda

Distance: 5.0 miles

Resident Review Score
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Not Enough Reviews
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Preferred Provider

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Starting at

$5,800

For this area
$$$

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Resident Review Score
N/A
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Preferred Provider

Inspirit Senior Living

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Starting at

$1,950

For this area
$$$

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Resident Review Score
8.8
|
Most Loved
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Preferred Provider

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Starting at

$4,378

For this area
$$$

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  • memory care
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