4 Assisted Living Facilities in Danville City, VA
The average cost of assisted living in Danville City is $3,353 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,500.
To help you with your search, browse the 14 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Danville City. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Danville City 4.4 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Halifax County with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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4 Assisted Living Facilities in Danville City, VA
Bright Leaf Place
Brookdale Danville Piedmont
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Pinecrest Assisted Living
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Danville City
The city of Danville is recognized as a hotbed of culture in the southern region of Virginia. It is home to the Danville Museum of Fine Arts, which seniors can tour at a discounted admission. In this city, seniors make up nearly one in five of the 41,000 residents.
Danville seniors who are unable or no longer wish to live at home may transition to one of the city's four assisted living facilities. There are two more facilities just outside of the city in Yanceyville. Like all assisted living facilities in the state, these facilities are governed by the Virginia Department of Social Services.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Danville City
- Virginia offers several tax exemptions and deductions for retirees, making it a relatively tax-friendly state. Danville seniors do not pay state income tax on their Social Security income, and while all other types of retirement income are taxable, taxpayers age 65 and over can claim a large deduction.
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Crime is relatively prevalent in Danville, with the city having a higher crime rate than 95% of U.S. cities and 99% of Virginia cities. While a majority of the crime here is property-related, the city's violent crime rate is also among the highest in the nation. Seniors seeking out assisted living in Danville may want to find a facility that takes extra precautions to keep residents safe.
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Year-round temperatures in Danville range between 30 degrees and 88 degrees, with the warm season lasting from the end of May to the middle of September and the cool season lasting from the end of November until the end of February. Summers tend to be very humid, which may be a consideration for seniors with respiratory conditions.
- Danville's mass transit system operates from 4 a.m. til 12:30 a.m., Monday through Saturday. Seniors who ride between 6 a.m. and noon are eligible for a half-fare discount.
- Seniors seeking out an affordable city for their retirement years may want to consider Danville, where the overall cost of living is nearly 25% below the U.S. average and 37% below the statewide average. Housing, in particular, is affordable here, which may result in lower assisted living expenses.
- The Danville area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Sovah Health, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Assisted Living in Danville City
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Danville City start around $3,353 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Danville City and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Danville City
Danville retirees who reside in assisted living and meet income restrictions may have some care services covered by the state's Auxiliary Grant.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Danville City
Danville City and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Danville City, please visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Danville City
Danville City-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.
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Danville City
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Review of Brookdale Danville Piedmont
Having my sister at Brookdale Danville Piedmont was okay, but the food wasn't good and the care wasn't great. The one thing they do have is a big common area where everybody goes, so if you want yo... Read more
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Review of Brookdale Danville Piedmont
The lady I talked to at Brookdale Danville Piedmont was excellent. She answered all the questions I had. In my opinion, it's a nice place. It also looks very clean. Read more
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Review of Bright Leaf Place
It was a very nice place; however, they did not accept Medicaid. They were very nice and took me around to the rooms they had available. I met some of the staff. The room we were looking at was a l... Read more
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