Located in the Shenandoah Valley in the northernmost part of Virginia, Winchester is the county seat of Frederick County. Approximately 28,000 people call Winchester home, with seniors aged 65 and older accounting for roughly 16.3% of the city’s population. The health care facilities include ValleyHealth Winchester Medical Center. Living costs are on par with national averages, and the violent crime rate is lower than the U.S. average.
Winchester’s seniors can choose among several assisted living facilities. Assisted living offers care for people who can’t live independently, but who don’t need the intensive medical services provided by nursing facilities. Assisted living support services typically include medication management and help with personal care tasks, meal preparation and housekeeping. In Winchester, assisted living costs an average of $5,015 per month. This is about $500 more than the U.S. average of $4,500. However, it’s slightly cheaper than the statewide average monthly price of $5,250.
This guide provides details of assisted living costs in Winchester and nearby cities and compares the costs of different types of long-term care. It also discusses how favorable the city is for retirees.