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Assisted Living Communities in Roanoke, VA
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authentic reviews in Roanoke, VA below include Assisted Living facility with 276 reviews. On average in Roanoke, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Angela
4.0
Review of TerraBella Pheasant Ridge
We toured TerraBella Pheasant Ridge. It was a very nice community. It had three floors. The staff was nice. It looked like they were a little bit short-handed, but other than that, everyone seemed...
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Michael
3.0
Review of The Park - Oak Grove
We went to see the assisted living facility of The Park - Oak Grove in Roanoke, and it was not as updated as the other facility we toured. I know they were doing some renovations, but it seems like...
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Salliejo
1.0
Review of The Park - Oak Grove
Rooms r nice. Most of the staff are great. Cost is really high for what they call assisted living. If u r healthy, can do everything by yourself, need no help, this place is fine but this is an...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Roanoke, VA and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey puts assisted living rates in Roanoke near $7,060 per month, which surpasses the Virginia norm of $6,050 and the national median of $5,350. Local care costs also trend higher than rates in many nearby cities, including Virginia Beach, where residents pay around $6,022, and Richmond, where facilities charge approximately $5,701.
Roanoke
$7,060
Virginia
$6,050
United States
$5,350
Blacksburg
$7,282
Richmond
$5,701
Virginia Beach
$6,022
Charlottesville
$6,400
Paying for Assisted Living in Roanoke, VA
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Roanoke
The state of Virginia has an Auxillary Grant to help offset the costs of assisted living. There is also an Alzheimer’s Assisted Living Waiver to Medicaid that will pay for assisted living facilities to those who are 55 years or older and are suffering from Alzheimer’s or a related form of dementia.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Roanoke, VA
Assisted living communities in Roanoke charge a median monthly rate of $7,060. This amount exceeds the cost of nonresidential long-term care solutions, including in-home care, which comes in at around $5,434, and adult day health care, which has a baseline rate of $1,668. However, it serves as an affordable option compared to nursing home care, which comes in near $9,308.
In-Home Care
$5,434
Home Health Care
$7,055
Adult Day Health Care
$1,668
Assisted Living Facility
$7,060
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$9,308
Free Assisted Living Resources in Roanoke
The following resources can help families make assisted living more affordable and give them somewhere to go if they’re concerned about the standard of care provided to their loved ones.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| VA Aid and Attendance Benefits | (800) 827-1000 | The VA Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly payment added to the VA pension for U.S. military veterans currently residing in senior living facilities. The benefit is also available to spouses of vets. Many factors can affect the level of payment but the maximums are $1,881 for a single vet, $1,209 for a surviving spouse and $2,230 for a couple. Veterans unsure if they qualify can check by using the free online tool provided by VeteranAid.org. |
| VA Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program (VICAP) | (800) 552-3402 | VICAP is a free program provided by the Office for Aging Services to seniors in Virginia who are Medicare beneficiaries or need help with enrolling. Counselors provide confidential face-to-face support, informing seniors of their current levels of coverage and advising them on how to plug any gaps in their insurance. This can include discussing private health care insurance. However, the counselors’ services are unbiased. They won’t try to sell insurance plans. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 552-5019 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an advocate for seniors residing in assisted living communities. Ombudsmen make unannounced visits to facilities to talk to the residents, remind them of their rights and investigate any complaints they make about their standard of care. If the complaint suggests criminality, such as elder abuse, the ombudsman will refer it to the appropriate authority. Families and third parties can also register complaints. The ombudsman also holds reports about assisted living communities, which families can access for free to help them make more informed choices regarding the best facilities for their loved ones. |
| Salem Senior Center | (540) 375-3054 | The Salem Senior Center is only a 15-minute journey from Roanoke. It’s a place where seniors can congregate and socialize with others, participate in activities designed to improve their fitness and take part in educational classes. The center also organizes regular day trips and some overnight trips. Some health support services are available, such as blood pressure checks conducted by the Salem Fire Department. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Roanoke
Roanoke-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.
