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The Crossroads at Bon Air

9100 Bon Air Crossings Drive, Richmond, VA 23235

4.3(22 reviews)

"The Crossings at Bon Air was lovely, and we were very impressed with it. The staff who gave us the tour took a lot of...

Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$5,200
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield

4931 Ridgedale Parkway, Richmond, VA 23234

4.2(26 reviews)

"In June of this year my 88 year old Mother fell and broke her femur. 7 days in a hospital; 101 days in a nursing home. I...

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$4,170
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Auburn Hill Senior Living

5800 Harbour Ln, Midlothian, VA 23112

5.0(5 reviews)

"My dad has been here for a couple of weeks now. They are amazing. I felt very comfortable every time I went in. The...

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$4,995
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Sunrise at Bon Air

2105 Cranbeck Road, Richmond, VA 23235

3.7(30 reviews)

"We visited Sunrise. We liked the size of the rooms. It was spacious for a one bedroom space. We liked the staff. They...

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$5,563
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Bickford of Chesterfield

11200 West Huguenot Road, Midlothian, VA 23113

4.8(6 reviews)

"We did a tour of Bickford of Chesterfield, and several items made it on my list. It was very clean and well taken care...

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$5,627
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Bellgrade Estates Senior Living

2800 Polo Pkwy, Midlothian, VA 23113

4.5(10 reviews)

"I was impressed with Morningside of Bellgrade. The facility was very clean, and they had a locked unit so it was safe...

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$3,800
The Crossings at Ironbridge

The Crossings at Ironbridge

6701 Ironbridge Parkway, Chester, VA 23831

4.2(11 reviews)

"Someone recommended the Crossings, and it was a nice community. The people that work there were okay. I like that it is...

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$6,275
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Spring Arbor of Salisbury Assisted Living

14001 Turnberry Lane, Midlothian, VA 23113

4.5(4 reviews)

"I toured Spring Arbor of Salisbury it's very close to where I live. We didn't like that one because I want independent...

Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,938
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Brookdale Midlothian

14016 Turnberry Lane, Midlothian, VA 23113

3.9(24 reviews)

"I toured Brookdale Midlothian for my father. The sales representative who conducted the tour was friendly, professional...

Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,930
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The Gardens Assisted Living

2001 Lauderdale Drive, Richmond, VA 23238

At the newly renovated Gardens, we approach wellbeing holistically. Each week, we offer a full spectrum of activities...

Assisted Living
$4,250
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Parkside Assisted Living

1550 John Rolfe Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23238

Imagine your life at Parkside. Conveniently located near shopping and restaurants. At Parkside, the finer things in...

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$5,250
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The Estates at West End

3000 Skipwith Rd, Richmond, VA 23294

4.4(7 reviews)

"My mother was here. It’s small, two floors, very nicely appointed, and a lot of the downstairs rooms opened to a...

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$3,900
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Commonwealth Senior Living at the West End

2400 Gaskins Road, Richmond, VA 23238

4.0(12 reviews)

"I went and visited the Commonwealth Senior Living at the West End. The coordinator was very outgoing, friendly, and...

Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,410
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Elizabeth House

3590 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060

2.5(9 reviews)

"We visited Elizabeth House, and we liked it. The room was a good size. It was nice and clean. We couldn't look around...

Assisted Living
$2,977
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The Harmony Collection at Hanover

8227 Meadowbridge Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116

4.7(11 reviews)

"The Harmony Collection at Hanover was just fine. I toured the memory care and the woman there was very nice, very...

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$5,720
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Harmony at Hanover

8227 Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116

4.3(25 reviews)

"Harmony at Hanover was new and a little bit crowded. They had a different meal plan that I didn't like, and I don't...

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$5,365
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Covenant Columns

9078 Cudlipp Ave, Mechanicsville, VA 23116

4.0(2 reviews)

"Pleasant family atmosphere. Sincerely caring staff and a home like feeling. Spacious living room and nice clean rooms...

Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,000
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Sancerre Atlee Station

9495 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116

3.5(2 reviews)

"Sancerre Atlee Station is brand new. It's within three miles from our daughter's home and also about three miles from a...

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$4,700
Spring Oak at TriCities

Spring Oak at TriCities

590 Flank Rd, Petersburg, VA 23805

3.7(8 reviews)

"My grandfather moved to Spring Oak Assisted Living of Petersburg. We talked that we would pay until he was private pay...

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$3,500
Hall's Care Homes LLC

Hall's Care Homes LLC

6520 Licking Creek Drive, Chesterfield, VA 23832

4.5(4 reviews)

"Hall's Care Homes is a retirement place for veterans. My husband is a veteran and they do really good care there. I'm...

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$2,500

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Paying for Assisted Living in Chesterfield County

The Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey discloses that nationally, assisted living facilities charge an average monthly rate of $4,300. However, care costs vary widely across the nation, depending on state regulations, local costs of living and a given facility’s location and amenities. Virginia tends to be a costlier state for assisted living, with seniors paying approximately $4,850 per month. Chesterfield County, which has the same average senior care costs as Richmond, is among the cheapest regions in the state for assisted living at $3,645 monthly.  

The Cost of Assisted Living in Chesterfield County, VA and Nearby Cities

Chesterfield County is the most economical region in Virginia for seniors, with assisted living fees coming in at $3,645 monthly. In Winchester, the second cheapest option in the state, fees are considerably higher at $4,304 monthly. Seniors in the Virginia Beach area pay approximately $4,365 per month for care, and in Roanoke, assisted living facilities charge $4,492. In Lynchburg, monthly care costs exceed the national average at $4,939, and in Charlottesville, costs come in at $5,893. Harrisonburg is the most expensive city in the state for this level of care, with monthly rates averaging $6,286. 

Chesterfield County/Richmond

$3,645

Virginia

$4,850

The United States

$4,300

Charlottesville

$5,893

Lynchburg

$4,939

Harrisonburg

$6,286

Winchester

$4,304

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Chesterfield County

Eligible seniors over the age of 65 may file an application for financial assistance for assisted living in Chesterfield County and the rest of Virginia via the Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus Medicaid Waiver.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Virginia page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.

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Free Assisted Living Resources in Chesterfield County

ResourceContactService
Aging and Disability Services(804) 768-7878The Office of Aging and Disability Services serves county residents aged 50 and over through a variety of free and low-cost programs and services. The Office provides residents with information and referrals to programs and services related to aging and caregiving. It partners with SeniorNavigator to help older adults find local resources for healthy aging, including exercise classes, support groups and health and wellness screenings. It also oversees the Council on Aging, which enhances the lives of older adults in the community through advocacy, outreach and education.
Senior Connections(804) 343-3000Senior Connections is one of the state’s 25 Area Agencies on Aging and is the designated AAA for Chesterfield County and the surrounding region. It administers a wide range of services to older adults, including help with finding and accessing community resources, one-on-one needs assessments, service coordination and health and wellness classes. Its public guardian program advocates on behalf of those who aren’t able to make decisions regarding financial and medical issues, and its long-term care ombudsman provides support and assistance for those in assisted living facilities. The agency also operates Friendship Cafes in neighborhoods throughout the county, providing social and recreational opportunities for older adults.
Virginia Veteran and Family Support(804) 786-0286Virginia Veteran and Family Support serves Central Virginia, including Chesterfield County, and provides an array of services for veterans and their spouses or survivors. The office helps veterans file claims to determine their eligibility for benefits that may help cover assisted living expenses, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, the VA pension and disability compensation. Representatives can help veterans determine what documents they need to apply, as well as whether they’re eligible for veterans’ home placement or health care services through the VA. They also provide linkages to benefits services such as transportation.
Senior Services(804) 748-1000Chesterfield County’s Senior Services Department features a variety of services for older residents. Through this department’s Mobility Services, seniors obtain transportation to medical appointments, errands and social and recreational outings, and it provides a tax relief program for qualified individuals. The Department also operates the 50+ Active Lifestyles Program, which includes excursions to concerts, fitness and instructional classes, games and lifelong learning programs. These programs are hosted at three recreational centers in the county as well as various schools, parks and community centers.
Central Virginia Legal Aid Society(800) 868-1012CVLAS is a nonprofit legal agency that provides full representation for issues such as advance directives, guardianship, powers of attorney and wills. The agency can also help seniors obtain public benefits that may help them cover assisted living, including Medicare, Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income and Social Security.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Chesterfield County

Chesterfield County-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Review of The Crossroads at Bon Air

We toured The Crossroads at Bon Air. It seemed from what they said that they would give the patient hands-on assistance. They wouldn't allow my husband to do anything by himself. They wouldn't put...

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Reviewer#ET1020a

I visited this facility

Review of The Crossings at Ironbridge

We toured The Crossings at Ironbridge. I like the area. It's close, but out of the way. They had a very nice little gathering area in the yard. I liked that, and we could sit out there. The only...

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Yolanda

I visited this facility

Review of Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield

Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield is the one that I would consider. They have a one-time fee of $4000, but it is used to update the facility to make it more modern, which is what they're...

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