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Seniors who need help with daily living activities and want freedom from the burdens of living alone may find the conveniences and services they seek in assisted living. In Newport News, assisted living facilities provide housing, meals and transportation for errands and medical appointments, along with housekeeping and laundry services. Some facilities have additional amenities such as fitness centers, full-service hair salons and swimming pools, and many allow small pets. The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that Newport News seniors pay $4,690 per month for care, which is high compared to the national average but very affordable compared to the state norm.
This guide provides more details on how assisted living rates in Newport News compare to rates in other cities throughout Virginia, as well as options seniors may have for covering care. It also highlights some considerations before moving to this area and lists some agencies and programs that serve older residents.
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READ MOREThe Virginia Department of Social Services regulates assisted living facilities in Newport News and the rest of the state. This department sets minimum standards for the scope of care assisted living communities must provide and outlines rules for medication assistance, nutrition services and environmental accommodations. It also fields and investigates reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation. Â Â
In Newport News, assisted living facilities charge an estimated $4,690 monthly for services.Â
Seniors in Newport News pay nearly $200 more for assisted living care than the national median rate of $4,500. However, it’s affordable compared to Virginia as a whole, where facilities charge an average of $5,250 per month. Local care costs are only a little higher than rates in Lynchburg, where rates are the lowest surveyed in the state at $4,625. In Richmond, care costs are a few hundred dollars higher at $4,901, and in Winchester, facilities charge $5,015. Charlottesville is among the costliest places in Virginia to obtain care, with rates exceeding the state median at $5,700.Â
Newport News
$4,690
Virginia
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Richmond
$4,901
Charlottesville
$5,700
Winchester
$5,015
Lynchburg
$4,625
In Newport News, assisted living costs $4,690 per month, which is moderate compared to other local long-term care options. In-home care, which includes basic personal care services, and home health care, which includes specialized skilled nursing, cost $4,767 per month. Nursing home rates are several hundred dollars higher at $8,410. Adult day health care is the cheapest option at $1,690.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$4,767
Adult Day Health Care
$1,690
Assisted Living Facility
$4,690
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,410
Note: Care cost data for Newport News was not available, so data for the closest city, Virginia Beach, was used instead.Â
Eligible seniors in Newport News can reduce assisted living expenses by applying for a state financial assistance program. The Virginia Department of Social Services administers the Auxiliary Grant Program as an optional state supplement to social security income. Age- and income-eligible seniors who qualify can receive a monthly stipend to put toward assisted living expenses.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
The Newport News region has several agencies and programs that serve older adults and help them find the services they need for a comfortable retirement. The following resources include the closest veterans’ benefits office, the local Legal Aid Society office and the Area Agency on Aging, which has experts who can assist seniors in finding long-term care options. Â
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Peninsula Agency on Aging | (757) 873-0541 | The Peninsula Agency on Aging connects those aged 60 and over with benefits and services in the Newport News region. Through this nonprofit agency, seniors can get one-on-one help with researching local assisted living facilities and applying for public benefits and entitlements that may help pay for services. |
Hampton Benefits Office | (757) 825-7893 | The Virginia Department of Veterans Services operates the Hampton Benefits Office, which provides benefits assistance and advocacy for older veterans in the Newport News region. At this office, individuals get help with obtaining the federal Aid and Attendance benefit, along with state benefits such as disability compensation and health care. |
Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia | (757) 275-0080 | The Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia provides free civil legal assistance to those aged 60 and over in Newport News. It has licensed legal professionals who help seniors with issues related to long-term care, including unfair billing practices, insufficient or excessive care or instances of abuse. |
Hilton Senior Center | (757) 247-2451 | The Hilton Senior Center has a rotating schedule of social and recreational activities for seniors. At this location, older adults participate in table games, upholstery classes, defensive driving courses and fitness classes. The center also provides regular health screenings. |
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of the Virginia Peninsula | (757) 595-9037 | RSVP is a volunteer program for those aged 55 and over. Through this program, seniors have access to over 80 volunteer placement opportunities in the Newport News region, including schools, hospitals and nonprofit organizations. In exchange for their service, seniors get benefits such as mileage reimbursement and supplemental liability insurance. |
Newport News Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page for more information about these laws.
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