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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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: Independent Living
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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.
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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in the heart of the revitalized Lusby, in Calvert County, you will find Southern Pines II Senior Apartments for ages 62+. These beautiful senior apartments are located in a superb location with nearby access to transportation, shopping, recreation and more.At Southern Pines II, designed...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in the heart of the revitalized Lusby, in Calvert County, you will find Southern Pines II Senior Apartments for ages 62+. These beautiful senior apartments are located in a superb location with nearby access to transportation, shopping, recreation and more.At Southern Pines II, designed...
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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.
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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Everyone I’ve been in contact with has been pleasant and cooperative. They have always been positive and upbuilding. I am as happy as I can be here in Assisted Living, however, I do have a keen desire to be...
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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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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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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, 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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Richmond County, VA

The average cost of senior living in Richmond County is $3,734 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $2,975 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond County, VA vs. nearby counties

Richmond County, VA
$3,734/mo
$3,820/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond County, VA vs. the state and national average

Richmond County, VA
$3,734/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Richmond County vs. other types of senior living

$4,879/mo
Independent Living
$3,734/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Richmond County, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,878/mo
Studio
$5,454/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,996/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,632/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,280/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Richmond County

Recent reviews for independent living in Richmond County

Spring Arbor of Williamsburg

4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.

Legacy at Imperial Village in Richmond, VA

4.9
My family doesn't have any problems with the community they like because I like living here . Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend the Legacy at Imperial Village community to other families.

Essex House in Tappahannock, VA

5.0
I moved my mother to Essex house in the beginning of October 2016 and have been very pleased with the service provided my mother. They have done everything in their power to make her stay comfortable. Due to the location, it has been easier for family to visit.

Richmond County independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Richmond County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Richmond County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Richmond County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.6%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
24.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.5%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Richmond County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Richmond County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Richmond County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.7%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.6%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
24.8%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Richmond County independent 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 independent living communities in Richmond County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Richmond County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
29.1%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.7%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.9%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.2%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
34.2%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
26.5%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
40%
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Verena at The Reserve, Southwinds 2 and Jubilation are the top-rated independent living facilities near Richmond County, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 109 independent living facilities near Richmond County, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Richmond County, Virginia are Verena at The Reserve. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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