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Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
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Very personable facility. Vista Park Memory Care was very welcoming and the care has been excellent. I feel relieved to have finally found a loving facility for my friend. Vista Park has been a blessing.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Vista Park Memory Care is an assisted living community located in Petersburg, Virginia, in Petersburg City County. A supportive environment in a beautiful setting, Vista Park Memory Care is an excellent place for you to make a new home. Petersburg is a peaceful city with friendly citizens and...
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Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees and...
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Fillmore Place is inner-city urban home which helps people that may be difficult to place due to diagnosis and financial resources. The facility specializes in the care of individuals with chronic mental health disabilities.  We are able to work with clients who have a diagnosis of...
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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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The people here at The Haven really seemed to care about our situation and problems. They worked with me to find a solution and a "fit" for Iris. The personel have a seemingly tough job, but they are great...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Haven at Cold Harbor is a senior care home in Mechanicsville, Virginia, which is part of Hanover County, and located just outside of Richmond. Mechanicsville is a beautiful place, with many natural locations to enjoy including Beaver Dam Creek, Cold Harbor and the historically significant...
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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.
Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few of...
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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.
Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few of...
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This is a relaxing, caring and very clean facility. There is freedom to walk outside and it has a farm like setting. I would highly recommend The Havens.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Haven at Sandy Valley is a senior care home in Mechanicsville, VA in Hanover County. With a strong historical tie the Civil War, Mechanicsville is a great place to live or visit. Take advantage of National Battlefield Park and learn more about the battle of Cold Harbor or visit one of many...
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.
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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.
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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.
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They're very good and unfortunately my mother passed so she didn't get to stay very long but I wish she could have because this was a WONDERFUL place and they made her feel like she was special, like my...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Featuring private rooms; a private spacious three room suite with large bedroom and sitting area, private bath w/shower and jacuzzi and large walk-in closet. Offering in-house physician service; linen & laundry service on premises; three meals daily w/snacks; special diet provided if needed;...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Haven at Lakeway is a residential care home for seniors in Mechanicsville, VA, part of Hanover County. Mechanicsville is rich with Civil War history. You can visit the National Battlefield Park to learn about many battles that occurred in the area and the soldiers who fought them. Or drive 15...
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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Haven at Dijon is a residential care home for seniors in Mechanicsville, VA, part of Hanover County. Mechanicsville offers a little of something for everyone, with many Civil War memorials and parks, art galleries and antique shops. It is also a quick 15 minute drive to Richmond, the capital...
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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.
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St. Francis Home is a non-profit and I thought it was okay. They still offered bingo and things like that but hey didn't have a way for my mother to go out to lunch to the store or anything like that. They...
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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 assisted living in Sherwood Forest, VA

The average cost of senior living in Sherwood Forest is $4,818 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stony Creek, VA with an average of $3,398 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sherwood Forest, VA vs. nearby cities

Sherwood Forest, VA
$4,818/mo
$4,790/mo
$4,437/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sherwood Forest, VA vs. the state and national average

Sherwood Forest, VA
$4,818/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sherwood Forest vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,818/mo
$4,872/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sherwood Forest, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,755/mo
Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$5,601/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,581/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,065/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,280/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sherwood Forest, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Sherwood Forest.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sherwood Forest

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sherwood Forest

Brookdale Midlothian

5.0
I would say it has been overall a very positive experience for my uncle and I would choose it again after him being there for a few months now.

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
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Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

Sherwood Forest review score based on 543 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 543 reviews of 142 Sherwood Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sherwood Forest review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Sherwood Forest review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Sherwood Forest, VA142 facilities
7.0
Claremont, VA9 facilities
7.4
Hopewell, VA12 facilities

Review subcategories for Sherwood Forest assisted living

When assisted living 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 543 reviews of 142 Sherwood Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sherwood Forest resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Sherwood Forest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sherwood Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sherwood Forest, 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 Sherwood Forest assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Sherwood Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sherwood Forest, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50.3%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.3%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.2%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.3%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.3%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.4%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.7%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.6%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sherwood Forest assisted living

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 Sherwood Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sherwood Forest, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.6%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.8%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sherwood Forest assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sherwood Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sherwood Forest, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.6%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
39%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.8%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sherwood Forest assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sherwood Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sherwood Forest, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.2%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.3%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
27%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sherwood Forest assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Sherwood Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sherwood Forest, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.7%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.9%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.3%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.6%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
43.4%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
30.2%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Sherwood Forest

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sherwood Forest protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sherwood Forest, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 165 assisted living facilities near Sherwood Forest, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Sherwood Forest, Virginia are Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and The Hidenwood Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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