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Independent Living in Virginia

Overview of Independent Living in Virginia

Virginia has earned the nicknames “Old Dominion” and “Mother of Presidents” due to the state’s long and storied history. Founded as one of the oldest British colonies, Virginia has also been the birthplace of 8 former U.S. presidents. From the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains in the west, to its scenic beaches along the Atlantic coast as well as its proximity to the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Virginia truly has something for everyone and is a great place to retire.A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors can help you find the best retirement communities in Virginia. Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 120 retirement communities in Virginia that provide independent living. The median monthly cost of independent living in Virginia is about $2,500.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Virginia

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Lake Forest at Swift Creek

6050 Harbour Grn Dr, Midlothian, VA 23112
10
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6 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

The staff is wonderful and very helpful with issues. The apartment is the perfect size for me. There are ssoooo many activities that I have to choose which ones I want to attend and almost every day there's...

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Verena at The Reserve

121 Reserve Way, Williamsburg, VA 23185
9.9
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74 reviews
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BB - I'm a current/former resident or client

I'd give it a five based on the friendliness of the people - both the residents and the staff. I immediately felt at home here - Very comfortable. I do recommend

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The Reserve at Greenbrier

1005 Elysian Pl, Chesapeake, VA 23320
9.9
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41 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Kathleen - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The people here (both staff and residents) are delightful. The staff is courteous, professional, and resourceful. Every concern, no matter how small, is addressed and solved. The daily event schedule is...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Fairfax

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The Virginian

9229 Arlington Boulevard, Fairfax, VA 22031
9.2
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38 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

The staff members are very friendly and the food overall is good. Yes, I would recommend The Virginian by Cogir to other families, however it is expensive.

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The Gardens at Fair Oaks

4310 Forest Hill Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030
8.0
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9 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
SG - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The intake process was a little unorganized but overall the care experience & communication has been exceptional. Yes I would recommend highly.

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Acclaim at Belmont Bay

13875 Clear Lake Circ, Woodbridge, VA 22191
9.9
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40 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Patricia - I'm a current/former resident or client

A definite TEN - incredible place to live run by a brilliant staff with a myriad of activities and transportation daily, restaurant, Bar, casual dining, theater, decor and living space and a caring...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Arlington

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Vitality Living Arlington

3821 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
9.1
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97 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Kendra m - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Overall very pleased with vitality. Nice facility, good staff and quality of care. My father doesn't participate in many of the social activities but they certainly have a busy and varied agenda of...

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Sunrise of Arlington VA

2000 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22207
8.4
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32 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

At the beginning of my brother's 8-month stay, I would have given a 5 in every category. However, towards the end, I felt that the communication was generally acceptable but not as good as it was early on,...

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Sunrise of Bluemont Park

5900 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22205
8.3
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57 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Knowing which staff member has which responsibility such as prescription changes and orders and nursing care agenda Things happen faster if you speak to the person directly rather than second hand thru the...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Richmond

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The Compass at Springdale Park

4121 Concord Creek Place, Richmond, VA 23222
9.7
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9 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Suzanne K - I'm a current/former resident or client

They are the best- the staff is wonderful and went all out to greet me. Apartment is everything re: size, cleanliness, activities, love the complex.

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The Barrington at Hioaks

350 Hioaks Rd, Richmond, VA 23225
9.5
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250 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Debra S. - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

She's very happy and active within the community. For the most part they are very friendly and engaging. Only downside is there is a lot of turnover, from higher leadership to staff and sometimes poor...

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Heritage Oaks

1100 German School Road, Richmond, VA 23225
9.5
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69 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

I like a few things. One is the price for doing your laundry is included in the rent. They have a bus that on certain days go to different places. Like doctors appointments, and shopping. The staff are very...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Virginia Beach

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The Waterford at Virginia Beach

5417 Wesleyan Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
9.1
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216 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Overall experience at Waterford has been excellent the staff is caring and understanding of all patients needs, activity is multiple times a day for the patients who are able to participate, food served in...

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Commonwealth Senior Living at King's Grant House

440 North Lynnhaven Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
9.2
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57 reviews
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$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We would give it a 4.5. What we like the most about the community is the staff. The roommate she was put with was so compatible. Pets are allowed. Family was more than welcome. Activities and entertainment...

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The Gardens of Virginia Beach

5620 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
9.1
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104 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Samantha M - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My uncle is taken care of, listened to, and has a great quality of life at The Gardens. He doesn't participate in activities, but I see they have lots of them. All staff have been friendly that I've...

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Top cities in Virginia for independent living

8.6
Arlington, VA
99 facilities
8.6
Fairfax, VA
49 facilities
8.6
Leesburg, VA
15 facilities
8.5
Virginia Beach, VA
22 facilities
8.3
Richmond, VA
74 facilities
8.2
Charlottesville, VA
16 facilities

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