KampieDa Health Care Agency, LLC
4817 E Eisenhower, Alexandria, VA, 22304
Fredericksburg, Virginia, may be a good match for seniors looking for easy access to health care and plentiful options for social and civic engagement, according to Caring’s 2022 Senior Living Report. Seniors who enjoy the outdoors may be interested in Fredericksburg’s extensive parks system, while the historic downtown area has many draws for shoppers and diners. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average cost for home care in Fredericksburg is $5,339 per month. Although home care does not involve medical services that are available in home health care, seniors in Fredericksburg have access to the Mary Washington Healthcare network, which includes two hospitals and over 40 other facilities. For veterans, there’s also a Veterans Affairs clinic.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Fredericksburg– complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
4817 E Eisenhower, Alexandria, VA, 22304
9 Center St, Unit 101 , Stafford, VA, 22556
3330 Bourbon St. , Fredericksburg, VA, 22408
1320 Central Park Blvd Ste 200 , Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
145 Harrell Rd Suite 103 , Fredericksburg, VA, 22405
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12505 Argall Ln, Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
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READ MOREAccording to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, across the United States, the average monthly cost for home care is $382 less than the rate in Fredericksburg. Virginia’s average rate is also lower than in Fredericksburg. To the northwest , home care costs less in the city of Harrisonburg, where the typical home care rate matches the national average. To the south, Richmond holds a smaller cost advantage over Fredericksburg. In the western part of the state, Staunton’s average cost is identical to Fredericksburg’s. Meanwhile, Charlottesville, in central Virginia, home care is nearly $1,000 more expensive each month than in Fredericksburg.
Fredericksburg
$5,339
Virginia
$4,767
The United States
$4,957
Richmond
$5,148
Charlottesville
$6,292
Staunton
$5,339
Harrisonburg
$4,957
In Fredericksburg, home health care has the same average monthly cost as home care, at $5,339, although the former includes limited medical services through professionals, such as therapists and registered nurses. Adult day care is thousands of dollars less expensive than other senior care options, but it requires transportation to a facility outside the home that provides the service. Assisted living is about $600 more expensive than home care, while nursing home accommodations are more than double the price of home care.
Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Aide
$5,339
Adult Day Care
$2,282
Assisted Living
$5,948
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,467
Note: Data for Fredericksburg was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Washington, DC, was used instead.
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Fredericksburg:
Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
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Healthy Generations Area Agency on Aging | (540) 371-3375 | 460 Lendall Lane, Fredericksburg, VA 22405 | Formerly known as the Rappahannock Agency on Aging, this comprehensive, state-funded agency offers many different programs for seniors. The senior resource directory connects the elderly with programs in their area for a food pantry, medical support and other federally funded programs to help with financial need. For those who are able and willing, the agency has volunteer opportunities. The Senior Cafe program encourages socialization with different planned events for seniors to have lunch and meet new friends. The Mobility Options feature helps those who need transportation find affordable options. |
Spotsylvania Senior Center | (540)Â 507-7564 | Marshall Center, 8800 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, VA 22553 | This community center offers the elderly a chance to engage in favorite hobbies or games, attend planned events like dances or simply socialize casually. It’s funded through the Spotsylvania Parks and Recreation Department and is open to all those 55 and older. There are also opportunities to volunteer and staff on hand to help seniors who may be facing isolation. |
Rebuilding Together Fredericksburg | (540) 373-9087 | P.O. Box 41280, Fredericksburg, VA 22404 | This is a local non-profit agency that repairs and revitalizes houses in the Fredericksburg community, focusing on helping those in need, including older adults. Services include winterization, emergency repairs and general maintenance for those who need it. For the elderly, retrofitting for increased mobility and accessibility is also provided. This is an income-based program, with eligibility determined under the HUD guidelines for income caps. |
Fredericksburg Salvation Army | (540)373-3431 | 821 Lafayette Blvd., Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401 | The Salvation Army provides seniors with low-cost clothing and household gods in the Thrift Store. Other programs offered include access to food pantries and volunteer opportunities for those who are capable. The Salvation Army has caseworkers that can help connect seniors to resources and opportunities for socialization to help prevent isolation. There are income-based programs available for those who need help with rent, utilities and other bills. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.