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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Richmond, VA for 2024

Richmond is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Virginia and it has a rich history dating back to the Revolutionary War. The city has a population of 230,436, of which 12.8% are seniors. It’s a popular retirement destination for seniors, in part because of the standard of amenities and health care available. The average life expectancy in Richmond is about 79 years, which is slightly longer than the national average and the city is served by an impressive 18 hospitals and 628 pharmacies.

Nursing home care is an important service for seniors who have severe health conditions and for those who are bedridden. It provides round-the-clock skilled nursing care in a comfortable environment. The average cost of nursing home care in Richmond is $9,064 per month, which is more than $1,300 above the national average. Seniors who are generally in good health and merely require help with the activities of daily living may find assisted living or home health care a more affordable option.

This guide considers the cost of nursing home care in Richmond compared to other types of care and also lists some useful services available for older seniors in the city.

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Nursing Home Costs in Richmond, VA

The cost of nursing home care in a semi-private room is $9,064 per month. Private rooms cost slightly more, averaging $9,627 a month.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Fees for nursing home care vary across the state of Virginia. Richmond is one of the more expensive cities in the state for nursing home care according to the Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey 2020. In the Virginia Beach area, fees are slightly lower than the state average, at $7,665 per month. Heading inland, the cost of nursing home care in Charlottesville is lower still, averaging $7,452 monthly. To the north, in Winchester, nursing home fees are relatively expensive, costing $9,566 per month. To the south in the Blacksburg Area, nursing home fees are in line with the state average.

Richmond

$9,064

Virginia

$7,665

The United States

$7,756

Virginia Beach Area

$7,665

Charlottesville

$7,452

Winchester

$9,566

Blacksburg

$7,665

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Richmond can choose from several types of senior care, depending on their financial circumstances and needs. Nursing home care is the most expensive, costing $7,665 per month for a private room. Adult day care is the most affordable, with fees of $1,083 for help with the activities of daily living in a group setting. Assisted living facilities offer similar services plus room and board for $4,000 per month. In-home care is delivered in a senior’s own home for $3,813 for help with chores, meal prep and other activities, or $4,195 for personal assistance and basic medical services.

Nursing Home Care

$7,665

In-Home Care

$3,813

Home Health Care

$4,195

Adult Day Care

$1,083

Assisted Living Facility

$4,000

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Richmond, VA

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in Richmond, VA

Family members who think their loved ones may be able to remain at home for a while longer may need to use free or low-cost services to make that happen. Below are some resources that can help families decide which care type is the best for their aging senior and which support services will benefit them. 

ResourceContactService
Alzheimer’s Association Greater Richmond Chapter(800) 272-3900The Greater Richmond Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association serves seniors in the Greater Richmond area who are living with the effects of Alzheimer’s and dementia, as well as those who care for them. It offers information, advocacy and support to anyone who is affected by the condition. Many services are offered free of charge.
Senior Connections(800) 989-2286Senior Connections is Richmond’s Area Agency on Aging. It offers a variety of services for older adults living in Richmond and the surrounding area, including advocacy and support, education and options counseling, helping seniors find the best care services for their needs or giving them the resource they need to age in place. Many services are offered free of charge or on a donation basis.

DARS Office for Aging Services(804) 662-7000DARS is a part of the Office for Aging Services that provides resources for older adults and those with disabilities. It offers services to help seniors maintain their dignity and security as they age, including running caregiver support programs, wellness workshops and fall prevention programs, as well as guardianship services for those who are struggling to manage their finances and care options. Services are open to all those who are older or disabled and living in Virginia.

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