The Fairfax is Northern Virginia’s premier community for retired military officers and their spouses (US Uniformed Services, CIA, FBI, Foreign Service, and other Federal Agencies, in addition to parents of active and retired military personnel). Established in 1989 by the nonprofit Army Retirement Residence Foundation-Potomac (ARRF-P), our residents take pride in our rich history steeped in military traditions, and we are also honored to offer an opportunity for non-military residents to call The Fairfax home.
Because most of our residents have the shared connection of serving in our military or government, our activities calendar is tailored to their common interests. We emphasize our annual events as an opportunity to gather and celebrate the incredible men and women who live among us and have served our country by arranging celebrations on Independence Day, Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day, service birthdays, and other meaningful occasions.
In addition to frequent trips in the local Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. area, we host overnight trips to Cape May, resorts in Pennsylvania, and many other historical locations up and down the East Coast. And, to ensure the community is consistently meeting residents' needs, we are proud to boast an active Residents' Council with elected representatives; each building has two Council representatives, and these individuals pay close attention to their neighbors' feedback and opinions, to constantly refine the resident experience at The Fairfax.
Each day, we host a variety of activities, including yoga classes, bridge games, lectures, current events discussions, musical performances, and writing and poetry groups. We take pride in our culinary excellence, and frequently feature theme nights, as well as pop-up farm-to-table dinners in the courtyard. With both formal and casual dining, as well as private dining options, there is something for everyone at The Fairfax.
Residents and families will tell you that the beauty of our community grounds is unparalleled. And, because so many of our residents are looking for an active, healthy lifestyle, we provide ample opportunities to enjoy the features of our stunning property, including:
- 60+ acres of lovely, well-manicured grounds and gardens
- Enclosed breezeways connecting each independent living building with the Community Center
- An Audubon at Home Wildlife Sanctuary, providing a habitat for more than ten Sanctuary Species including native birds, amphibians, and insects
- Putting green, driving range net, and tennis courts, as well as a new, full-sized pickleball court
- Fully-stocked, 7-acre lake open for fishing year-round
- Serene outdoor water fountains
- Large, flat landscape, ideal for walking
- Indoor pool and hot tub spa
- World War II Memorial with surrounding walking trails
- A butterfly garden
- Garden plots for growing vegetables, fruits, and flowers
Services & Amenities
It’s the little extras at The Fairfax that make a big difference. We’re committed to providing you a maintenance-free lifestyle so you can enjoy time with friends and family, take advantage of our busy activities calendar, and spend your days doing what you love—it's our way of giving back to the men and women who have served our country.
Services:
- On-site gift shop, beauty salon, and barber shop
- Social, educational, and recreational programs
- Concierge and transportation services
- On-site religious services
- Complete home maintenance and repair
- Weekly housekeeping
- In-house catering
- Clinic on premises, with nursing and rehabilitative care available 24 hours a day
- Guest accommodations available
- Assisted living, memory care for those with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, and skilled nursing and rehabilitation services , should you require care when recovering from an injury or illness
Amenities:
- Fitness center
- Heated indoor swimming pool with locker rooms
- Whirlpool spa
- Tennis and pickleball courts
- Putting green and driving range net
- Fitness and nature trails
- Seven-acre lake for fishing
- Activities room, library, auditorium, arts & crafts room, game room, computer room, and woodworking shops
- Community garden plots for residents to grow flowers and vegetables
- Private dining room for family and guests
- Recently-renovated Corner Cafe for casual dining
- Convenient, well-lit parking, with covered parking available
- Two community gazebos
