Located about 50 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., Fredericksburg is a small town over 3,000 seniors call home. Mary Washington Hospital, one of the state’s top 10 emergency medical centers, is located in the city and likely the reason why this town of nearly 28,000 residents has so many more physicians per capita compared to the national average.
For seniors who aren’t able to live at home but don’t require hospitalization or placement in a nursing home, assisted living may be an ideal care arrangement. Assistance with daily living activities and medication reminders are common, and many facilities offer on-site rehabilitative services such as physical and speech therapies. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, Fredericksburg’s seniors can expect to pay about $5,948 a month for assisted living, higher than what most seniors pay throughout the country.
After covering the cost of senior care, this guide goes into resources that could help seniors find their ideal assisted living community and pay for their care. Programs to support seniors who need to continue living at home are also included.
Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Fredericksburg, VA
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12100 Chancellor’s Village Lane, Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
My mother will be moving into Chancellor’s Village. I had visited both independent and assisted living because the original plan was that my mom and my father would go into independent living, but my
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My mother will be moving into Chancellor’s Village. I had visited both independent and assisted living because the original plan was that my mom and my father would go into independent living, but my father passed away.
It looked like a hotel when you walk in. It doesn’t look like the old-style nursing homes where they looked old hospital style. I specifically was looking for my mom and my dad. They wanted apartments; they didn’t want rooms. In independent living, they had a full kitchen that had more counter space than most apartments have. When it was both my parents, we were looking at planning on a one-bedroom plus a den, which was really nice that they had that option.
With assisted living, my mother won’t be cooking, but they still have a good-sized refrigerator and she could use a microwave and she still has two rooms. She has a sitting room and a bedroom along with her private bath. I wanted to put her in the smaller apartment because it was on the first floor. The bedroom was like 9×13. Since my father’s not going to be there, she has a twin-size bed and that is enough room for one person.
I was not able to tour the dining area in the assisted living because they were changing the carpet, but the dining area in independent living was like a fine restaurant. The grounds were beautiful and well maintained. They had a lot of flowering, ornamental trees, and bushes. That was another reason I went with a smaller apartment, they have balconies and screened porches, which is another thing I like. My mother’s view is right in the courtyard. They have an activities director and it seems like there is something always scheduled for them to do. They have a full calendar for both independent and assisted.
Natalie is the person who helps you find the apartment, and she was exceedingly helpful because at the time my father was in rehab and we had to meet a certain date for his discharge, she was working on that date. They always change out carpet between each resident and my dad elected to have the plank flooring and put in ceiling fans and she was working on that. When I contacted her that my had died and I needed to change my plan, she helped me coordinate to find the assisted living. She’s just very, very helpful.
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My mother will be moving into Chancellor’s Village. I had visited both independent and assisted living because the original plan was that my mom and my father would go into independent living, but my
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My mother will be moving into Chancellor’s Village. I had visited both independent and assisted living because the original plan was that my mom and my father would go into independent living, but my father passed away.
It looked like a hotel when you walk in. It doesn’t look like the old-style nursing homes where they looked old hospital style. I specifically was looking for my mom and my dad. They wanted apartments; they didn’t want rooms. In independent living, they had a full kitchen that had more counter space than most apartments have. When it was both my parents, we were looking at planning on a one-bedroom plus a den, which was really nice that they had that option.
With assisted living, my mother won’t be cooking, but they still have a good-sized refrigerator and she could use a microwave and she still has two rooms. She has a sitting room and a bedroom along with her private bath. I wanted to put her in the smaller apartment because it was on the first floor. The bedroom was like 9×13. Since my father’s not going to be there, she has a twin-size bed and that is enough room for one person.
I was not able to tour the dining area in the assisted living because they were changing the carpet, but the dining area in independent living was like a fine restaurant. The grounds were beautiful and well maintained. They had a lot of flowering, ornamental trees, and bushes. That was another reason I went with a smaller apartment, they have balconies and screened porches, which is another thing I like. My mother’s view is right in the courtyard. They have an activities director and it seems like there is something always scheduled for them to do. They have a full calendar for both independent and assisted.
Natalie is the person who helps you find the apartment, and she was exceedingly helpful because at the time my father was in rehab and we had to meet a certain date for his discharge, she was working on that date. They always change out carpet between each resident and my dad elected to have the plank flooring and put in ceiling fans and she was working on that. When I contacted her that my had died and I needed to change my plan, she helped me coordinate to find the assisted living. She’s just very, very helpful.
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9300 Onyx Court, Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
Situated south of Washington D.C., Greenfield of Spotsylvania is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, a history-rich city which is close to four major Civil War battlefields, Spotsylvania National Mil
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Situated south of Washington D.C., Greenfield of Spotsylvania is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, a history-rich city which is close to four major Civil War battlefields, Spotsylvania National Military Park and Chatham Manor. Family members praise the facility for its caring environment, saying the staff are friendly, kind and informative. A range of recreational activities are offered to residents, including arts and crafts, religious services and exercise classes. The community’s amenities include a library, a fitness room, transportation to appointments and a beauty and barber shop.
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Situated south of Washington D.C., Greenfield of Spotsylvania is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, a history-rich city which is close to four major Civil War battlefields, Spotsylvania National Mil
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Situated south of Washington D.C., Greenfield of Spotsylvania is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, a history-rich city which is close to four major Civil War battlefields, Spotsylvania National Military Park and Chatham Manor. Family members praise the facility for its caring environment, saying the staff are friendly, kind and informative. A range of recreational activities are offered to residents, including arts and crafts, religious services and exercise classes. The community’s amenities include a library, a fitness room, transportation to appointments and a beauty and barber shop.
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60 Brimley Drive, Fredericksburg, VA, 22406
Located in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, Harmony at Falls Run is close to the Fredericksburg Shopping Center, Mary Washington Hospital and the urban amenities of Washington, DC. Visitors consiste
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Located in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, Harmony at Falls Run is close to the Fredericksburg Shopping Center, Mary Washington Hospital and the urban amenities of Washington, DC. Visitors consistently laud the facility’s busy activity schedule, which includes musical performances, movie nights, exercise classes and arts and crafts projects. The facility also receives praise for its tasty, nutritious food. Residents can choose between several meal plan options with daily chef-inspired meals. The facility offers community members varied apartment floor plans. Housing options range from studios to two-bedroom apartments, and they’re equipped with such niceties as full kitchens and cathedral ceilings.
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Located in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, Harmony at Falls Run is close to the Fredericksburg Shopping Center, Mary Washington Hospital and the urban amenities of Washington, DC. Visitors consiste
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Located in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, Harmony at Falls Run is close to the Fredericksburg Shopping Center, Mary Washington Hospital and the urban amenities of Washington, DC. Visitors consistently laud the facility’s busy activity schedule, which includes musical performances, movie nights, exercise classes and arts and crafts projects. The facility also receives praise for its tasty, nutritious food. Residents can choose between several meal plan options with daily chef-inspired meals. The facility offers community members varied apartment floor plans. Housing options range from studios to two-bedroom apartments, and they’re equipped with such niceties as full kitchens and cathedral ceilings.
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3500 Meekins Dr., Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
Paramount Senior Living at Fredericksburg was rather run down. It definitely needed some sprucing up. It kind of looked like a DIY project. There were torn screens in the windows, and it just wasn’t a
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Paramount Senior Living at Fredericksburg was rather run down. It definitely needed some sprucing up. It kind of looked like a DIY project. There were torn screens in the windows, and it just wasn’t as visually nice as the other facility we saw.
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Paramount Senior Living at Fredericksburg was rather run down. It definitely needed some sprucing up. It kind of looked like a DIY project. There were torn screens in the windows, and it just wasn’t a
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Paramount Senior Living at Fredericksburg was rather run down. It definitely needed some sprucing up. It kind of looked like a DIY project. There were torn screens in the windows, and it just wasn’t as visually nice as the other facility we saw.
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5000 Spotsylvania Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
Bickford of Spotsylvania is near Interstate 95 and Cosner’s Corner shopping mall in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Visitors are impressed by this facility, which they describe as gorgeous, and they prais
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Bickford of Spotsylvania is near Interstate 95 and Cosner’s Corner shopping mall in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Visitors are impressed by this facility, which they describe as gorgeous, and they praise the layout and the decor as well as the beautiful courtyard. They also point out the positive atmosphere and mention how the staff is always smiling and helpful. This pet-friendly facility has a salon, whirlpool spa room and transportation services, and private and companion apartments with in-room cable are available. Activities include bingo, exercise and chaplain-led church services and bible studies.
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Bickford of Spotsylvania is near Interstate 95 and Cosner’s Corner shopping mall in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Visitors are impressed by this facility, which they describe as gorgeous, and they prais
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Bickford of Spotsylvania is near Interstate 95 and Cosner’s Corner shopping mall in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Visitors are impressed by this facility, which they describe as gorgeous, and they praise the layout and the decor as well as the beautiful courtyard. They also point out the positive atmosphere and mention how the staff is always smiling and helpful. This pet-friendly facility has a salon, whirlpool spa room and transportation services, and private and companion apartments with in-room cable are available. Activities include bingo, exercise and chaplain-led church services and bible studies.
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20 Heartfields Lane, Fredericksburg, VA, 22405
I went and it was fine, there was activity going on, the open area there was nice, but it seemed a little dark to me and with a dark atmosphere. They seemed very professional, they showed me everythin
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I went and it was fine, there was activity going on, the open area there was nice, but it seemed a little dark to me and with a dark atmosphere. They seemed very professional, they showed me everything, and I really had no problems with that. I saw 3 facilities that day, and that would have been my second choice.They have a small library, and they take the residents out on activities.
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I went and it was fine, there was activity going on, the open area there was nice, but it seemed a little dark to me and with a dark atmosphere. They seemed very professional, they showed me everythin
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I went and it was fine, there was activity going on, the open area there was nice, but it seemed a little dark to me and with a dark atmosphere. They seemed very professional, they showed me everything, and I really had no problems with that. I saw 3 facilities that day, and that would have been my second choice.They have a small library, and they take the residents out on activities.
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1001 Northside Dr., Fredericksburg, VA, 22405
We toured Commonwealth Senior Living at Fredericksburg. We only looked at their studios. It was very homey, and it felt comfortable. However, the rooms weren’t exactly what we were looking for. The to
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We toured Commonwealth Senior Living at Fredericksburg. We only looked at their studios. It was very homey, and it felt comfortable. However, the rooms weren’t exactly what we were looking for. The tour was good. It was probably the third place we’re visiting, so we were becoming more comfortable with what questions to ask. It is relatively small. They were the ones that had assigned seating at mealtimes.
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We toured Commonwealth Senior Living at Fredericksburg. We only looked at their studios. It was very homey, and it felt comfortable. However, the rooms weren’t exactly what we were looking for. The to
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We toured Commonwealth Senior Living at Fredericksburg. We only looked at their studios. It was very homey, and it felt comfortable. However, the rooms weren’t exactly what we were looking for. The tour was good. It was probably the third place we’re visiting, so we were becoming more comfortable with what questions to ask. It is relatively small. They were the ones that had assigned seating at mealtimes.
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3902 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
My mom already moved to Fredericksburg Assisted Living. The people are wonderful; the staff really cares about my mom and getting her acclimated on the schedule. When you look at the facility, it’s qu
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My mom already moved to Fredericksburg Assisted Living. The people are wonderful; the staff really cares about my mom and getting her acclimated on the schedule. When you look at the facility, it’s quite old. It needs some repairs. The people that are caring for my mom are fantastic. She has good meals. The people there care. The food comes from a different building, so sometimes it arrives at a different time than when it’s supposed to. They have a basic dining room. There is a living space with a piano, a fireplace, and a TV in the common area. It’s a really unique setup. It is like a rectangle building, and the rooms are independent where they have a door that goes into the center of the building. There is a door that goes to the outside of the building. Every room has a patio. Then the community has a dining hall and a living room. It’s about 10 minutes from Mary Washington Hospital.
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My mom already moved to Fredericksburg Assisted Living. The people are wonderful; the staff really cares about my mom and getting her acclimated on the schedule. When you look at the facility, it’s qu
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My mom already moved to Fredericksburg Assisted Living. The people are wonderful; the staff really cares about my mom and getting her acclimated on the schedule. When you look at the facility, it’s quite old. It needs some repairs. The people that are caring for my mom are fantastic. She has good meals. The people there care. The food comes from a different building, so sometimes it arrives at a different time than when it’s supposed to. They have a basic dining room. There is a living space with a piano, a fireplace, and a TV in the common area. It’s a really unique setup. It is like a rectangle building, and the rooms are independent where they have a door that goes into the center of the building. There is a door that goes to the outside of the building. Every room has a patio. Then the community has a dining hall and a living room. It’s about 10 minutes from Mary Washington Hospital.
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5308 River Road, Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg is situated near the Motts Run Reservoir Recreation Area and Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Visitors mention the beautiful, resort-like building t
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Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg is situated near the Motts Run Reservoir Recreation Area and Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Visitors mention the beautiful, resort-like building that is kept very clean. They also note the elegant dining room and good food. Families praise the helpful, courteous staff members who are attentive to residents’ needs in this well-run community. On-site activities include puzzles, games, musical entertainment and arts and crafts. Residents can enjoy access to such amenities as a cozy library, walking path, beauty salon and sun room.
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Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg is situated near the Motts Run Reservoir Recreation Area and Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Visitors mention the beautiful, resort-like building t
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Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg is situated near the Motts Run Reservoir Recreation Area and Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Visitors mention the beautiful, resort-like building that is kept very clean. They also note the elegant dining room and good food. Families praise the helpful, courteous staff members who are attentive to residents’ needs in this well-run community. On-site activities include puzzles, games, musical entertainment and arts and crafts. Residents can enjoy access to such amenities as a cozy library, walking path, beauty salon and sun room.
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11 Dairy Ln, Fredericksburg, VA, 22405
My mother is currently in here for rehab. The facility is not clean and the employees are not responsive when you hit the button for emergencies. No one shows up, so good luck if you have an actual
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My mother is currently in here for rehab. The facility is not clean and the employees are not responsive when you hit the button for emergencies. No one shows up, so good luck if you have an actual emergency. The food is disgusting. Some of the peas for dinner were black. Physical therapy wasn’t good. They forced my mother to raise her arm and do movement on her broken shoulder and clavicle when it was supposed to be still. They have absolutely no idea what they are doing here.
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My mother is currently in here for rehab. The facility is not clean and the employees are not responsive when you hit the button for emergencies. No one shows up, so good luck if you have an actual
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My mother is currently in here for rehab. The facility is not clean and the employees are not responsive when you hit the button for emergencies. No one shows up, so good luck if you have an actual emergency. The food is disgusting. Some of the peas for dinner were black. Physical therapy wasn’t good. They forced my mother to raise her arm and do movement on her broken shoulder and clavicle when it was supposed to be still. They have absolutely no idea what they are doing here.
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100 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
Hughes Home Inc. sits along the banks of the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It’s a short drive from Market Square, which is home to a variety of shops and restaurants that include For
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Hughes Home Inc. sits along the banks of the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It’s a short drive from Market Square, which is home to a variety of shops and restaurants that include Fortune Gourmet and Capital Ale House. Guests of Hughes Home Inc. praise the caring staff at this facility and speak highly of their involvement with residents. Seniors living at Hughes Home Inc. are offered daily activities, biannual family picnics and nutritious meals. Those who have visited the facility speak highly of the food offered to residents and their guests.
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Hughes Home Inc. sits along the banks of the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It’s a short drive from Market Square, which is home to a variety of shops and restaurants that include For
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Hughes Home Inc. sits along the banks of the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It’s a short drive from Market Square, which is home to a variety of shops and restaurants that include Fortune Gourmet and Capital Ale House. Guests of Hughes Home Inc. praise the caring staff at this facility and speak highly of their involvement with residents. Seniors living at Hughes Home Inc. are offered daily activities, biannual family picnics and nutritious meals. Those who have visited the facility speak highly of the food offered to residents and their guests.
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177 Old Potomac Church Road, Stafford, VA, 22554
My mother is on the waiting list for Marian Manor of Stafford. It’s all in one facility there. Everything was really nice there; we liked it a lot. The rooms were also nice and clean, and the staff me
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My mother is on the waiting list for Marian Manor of Stafford. It’s all in one facility there. Everything was really nice there; we liked it a lot. The rooms were also nice and clean, and the staff member who gave me the tour was very informative. The dining area was fine, although we haven’t tried the food. When we were there they weren’t doing activities, but they were having lunch. We chose this community because the person we met with told us how they care for the resident each day. They have a routine schedule which we liked the best.
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My mother is on the waiting list for Marian Manor of Stafford. It’s all in one facility there. Everything was really nice there; we liked it a lot. The rooms were also nice and clean, and the staff me
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My mother is on the waiting list for Marian Manor of Stafford. It’s all in one facility there. Everything was really nice there; we liked it a lot. The rooms were also nice and clean, and the staff member who gave me the tour was very informative. The dining area was fine, although we haven’t tried the food. When we were there they weren’t doing activities, but they were having lunch. We chose this community because the person we met with told us how they care for the resident each day. They have a routine schedule which we liked the best.
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COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in Fredericksburg
Since most COVID-19 rules for Assisted Living Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Assisted Living in Virginia. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Fredericksburg
Virginia’s Assisted Living facilities are licensed by the state’s Department of Social Services which categorizes the facilities into two groups: residential care and assisted living care. The former describes facilities offering a light level of assistance, and the latter indicates a community providing a higher but moderate level of care.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Fredericksburg
- The city’s largest medical facility, Mary Washington Hospital, is ranked No. 6 in the state by U.S. News & World Reports.
- Partially funded by the public transportation system, Mobility Options Transportation provides disabled seniors in Fredericksburg with low-cost transportation.
- Cost of Living in Fredericksburg is higher than the state and national averages, but Fredericksburg’s seniors generally pay less for their utilities and transportation services.
- For seniors at least 65 years of age, the city offers property tax relief. To qualify, seniors must have a total net worth below $300,000 and a total household income below $50,000.
- Fredericksburg receives less snow than the national average, but it also has about 10 less sunny days a year.
- Both violent and property crime rates in the city are above the nationwide rates, but Fredericksburg has gotten steadily safer over the past 20 years.
- Fredericksburg has essentially perfect water quality and more than three times the average number of physicians per capita .
Paying for Assisted Living in Fredericksburg
The median cost of assisted living in Fredericksburg is $5,948 a month. On average, seniors in assisted living communities throughout the state spend $698 less on their care, and throughout the country, they save an average of $1,448 each month.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
In Harrisonburg and Charlottesville, the median cost of assisted living is $5,711 and $5,700 a month, respectively. Saving over $1,000 a month compared to seniors in Fredericksburg, Richmond’s seniors pay the least in the area for assisted living. However, the majority of assisted living residents nationwide still spend about $401 less each month on their care.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
At more than double the cost of assisted living, nursing home care with a private room is the most costly place to receive senior care in Fredericksburg. The second-most costly is a nursing home with semiprivate accommodations which costs an average of $5,519 more a month than assisted living. Homemaker services and home health aides have the same median cost, $5,339 a month, and adult day health care averages $2,282 monthly.
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
Note: Data for Fredericksburg was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fredericksburg
Eligible seniors can apply for financial assistance for assisted living in Virginia through the Auxiliary Grant and a state supplement to SSI.
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 Fredericksburg
The following list includes programs and services that may help seniors find an assisted living facility that meets their needs and pay for its care. Resources offering in-home care care services and opportunities to stay active are also included.
The Virginia Department of Veterans Services is the go-to resource for former service members who need assistance applying for their pension or filing benefits claims. The office can also advise seniors on its employment and career training opportunities as well as the steps for moving to one of the state's veteran's homes.
Healthy Generations is the Area Agency on Aging serving Fredericksburg's seniors. It manages a wide range of services to benefit seniors including homemaker services, respite care and home delivered meals. It also provides insurance counseling to help seniors find the best long-term care plan for their needs.
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman assists residents of assisted living facilities and other senior care communities in ensuring they receive a high standard of care free of abuse. Family can contact ombudsmen to learn about citation histories of local assisted living communities, as well as get help navigating care financing options. If an issue arises at a facility, seniors and their family can file a complaint with the Ombudsman who will investigate and seek to resolve the matte.
At the Spotsylvania Senior Center, older adults throughout Spotsylvania County come together to play games, exercise and participate in rewarding hobbies. Bingo, tai chi, crafts and quilting are some of the most frequently scheduled activities.
The S.C.S.E.P. helps older adults re-enter the workforce by matching them with subsidized employment opportunities at local nonprofits and government agencies. Working part time, seniors learn new skills on the job while striving to become competitive enough to obtain an unsubsidized position in the open labor market. Seniors must be at least 55 years of age to qualify for the program.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg-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.
