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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Independence, VA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Independence, A Place for Mom can help. With 53 memory care facilities in Independence, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Independence incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Independence memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Independence, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Galax, Wytheville and Hillsville.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Twelve Oaks is a senior living community located in Mt.Airy, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Twelve Oaks we provide assisted living and Alzheimer's care. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Pulaski Retirement Community, you can experience the peace of mind that comes with retirement living in a friendly small town atmosphere. Enjoy fine country living, beautiful views and quiet nights in the heart of Virginia’s New River Valley. All complemented by a carefree, active lifestyle...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Westwood Center is a Genesis assisted living community located in Bluefield, Virginia. Known as Virginia's Tallest Town, the city is nestled in the heights of the Appalachian Mountains and features unparalleled fishing, skiing, and hiking opportunities as well as easy access to airports, the...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Piedmont Village of Yadkinville Piedmont Village at Yadkinville is an assisted living community located in Yadkinville, NC. The city of Yadkinville is located in Yadkin County and is home to about 2,800 people. Yadkinville is a small town where residents can take relaxing walks, run errands and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
GlenWood Park Retirement Village is a continuing care retirement community established in southern West Virginia in 1968 by the West Virginia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. Our ecumenical program includes independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care on a 50-acre...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of memory care in Independence, VA

The average cost of senior living in Independence is $5,000 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,161 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Independence, VA vs. nearby cities

Independence, VA
$5,000/mo
$3,440/mo
$3,402/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Independence, VA vs. the state and national average

Independence, VA
$5,000/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Independence vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,000/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Independence, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,488/mo
Studio
$5,640/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,050/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,248/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Independence

Recent reviews for memory care in Independence

Priddy Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care in King, NC

4.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Priddy Manor Assisted Living for a short time. The staff was very kind and good to her. The facility was well taken care of. I would recommend this facility to others.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford

5.0
All 5 stars! The staff are all very helpful and knowledgeable. Room sizes and amenities offered in memory care have been excellent. I would recommend Commonwealth at Radford to others.

Rose Glen Manor in North Wilkesboro, NC

5.0
As the family member of the patient attacked, referencing the December 2016 review after an assault. ... My father was knocked out, sent via ambulance to the ER. He was hit so hard you could seen the imprint of his glasses on his face for weeks, along with the knot on his forehead...then she ...
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Independence review score based on 49 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 49 reviews of 38 Independence memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Independence review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Independence review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Independence, VA38 facilities
7.3
Fries, VA7 facilities
7.3
Galax, VA11 facilities

Review subcategories for Independence memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 49 reviews of 38 Independence memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Independence resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Independence, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Independence memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Independence memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Independence, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Independence memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Independence that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Independence, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.3%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.1%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.4%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.4%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.8%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.6%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.4%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.4%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Independence memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Independence Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Independence, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.8%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.4%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.9%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.7%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Independence memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Independence partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Independence, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.4%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.4%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
13%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.9%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Independence memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Independence communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Independence, VANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.2%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
13%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.2%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Independence memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Independence offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Independence, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
19.6%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.9%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.9%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19.6%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.4%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.4%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.9%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.2%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.4%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
17.4%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
13%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.3%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.4%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Priddy Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care, Landmark Center and Dogwood Crossing are the top-rated memory care facilities near Independence, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 53 memory care facilities near Independence, Virginia. See the full list.

The 53 memory care facilities near you in Independence, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Independence, Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Independence, Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Independence, Virginia ranges from $950 to $35000. The average Memory Care cost in Independence, Virginia is $5,000. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Independence, Virginia typically starts at $950. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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