Independent Living in Virginia
Virginia is a great place for seniors to spend their golden years. With exciting venues such as the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center and the Chrysler Museum of Art, there’s plenty to keep those living in this city entertained as they transition into and continue to enjoy their retirement. In the state’s larger cities, such as Virginia Beach and Richmond, seniors have access to endless amenities, including shops, services and world-class medical facilities. While the overall cost of living in Virginia is just slightly above the national average, seniors can benefit from lower utility, grocery and transportation costs throughout the state.
Seniors in Virginia may appreciate the opportunity to live in one of the state’s independent living communities, where they can reside among peers and take advantage of services that are often available, such as housekeeping, chef-prepared meals and planned social activities. The average cost of independent living in Virginia is about $3,153 per month, just slightly more than the national average.
In this guide, we provide further information about independent living and senior care costs in Virginia, as well as details regarding how to pay for it and resources that may be of help to seniors living here.
The Cost of Independent Living in Virginia
Note: Independent Living is usually 30%-40% cheaper than Assisted Living, but no authoritative cost data is available. We calculated our average costs of Independent Living by using Assisted Living costs established in the 2021 Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey and subtracting 35% from this amount.
Virginia is one of the more expensive states to live in, as demonstrated by an average cost of Independent Living that’s $488 higher than the national average. Its cost is also higher than all bordering states. Maryland is closest in cost and also higher than the national average but still $228 less than Virginia. Independent Living costs in West Virginia, Tennessee and North Carolina are all lower than the national average and lower than Virginia’s average by $709, $745 and $806, respectively. Kentucky has the lowest cost in the area, which is $1,172 lower than Virginia.
Independent Living costs in Virginia’s cities run the gamut from a high of $3,851 in Roanoke to a low of $3,006 in Lynchburg. Charlottesville’s cost is also on the high side at $3,705, while Winchester’s cost of $3,260, Richmond’s $3,186 and Virginia Beach’s $3,049 are all below the state average.
Seniors in Virginia have a wide array of care options, from nonresidential Adult Day Health Care at a low average cost of $1,690 per month to various levels of care in a residential setting. Within their own homes, seniors can opt for In-Home Care at an average cost of $4,767 or Home Health Care for $4,954. Independent Living offers the least restrictive residential care with an average cost of $3,413, while Assisted Living provides personalized support at a cost of $5,250 per month. Nursing Home Care offers the highest level of support and runs $8,213 in semiprivate quarters or $9,155 in a private room.
Can You Use Medicare or Medicaid to Pay for Independent Living in Virginia?
Unfortunately, you cannot use Medicaid and Medicare to help pay the monthly fee for residing in an Independent Living community. For seniors who need help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), there may be financial assistance programs available to help cover the cost of care in Independent Living. For more information about financial assistance for those who need a higher level of care, read our guide to Assisted Living in Virginia.
Read on for more information about using alternative means to make Independent Living more affordable, such as retirement funds, the sale of a home, etc.
Paying for Independent Living in Virginia
While programs such as Medicaid and Medicare don’t pay for independent living, seniors do have some options available when it comes to paying for this option. In some cases, previously purchased long-term care insurance policies may cover partial independent living costs, but for those who don’t have this type of insurance, other options, including reverse mortgages and whole life insurance cash-outs can help with the expense. It’s also good to keep in mind that independent living sometimes includes services such as food and transportation, so retirement income that normally goes toward these expenses can be easily redirected to cover independent living costs.
Independent Living Resources in Virginia
Across Virginia, there are many free and low-cost resources available to seniors that can offer help with meals, personal care, transportation and other needs to prolong independence and ensure the safety of the state’s older population. These programs are generally administered by government or nonprofit agencies.
Resource
Contact
Service
(800) 983-0937
Access VA helps seniors with disabilities find affordable housing within Virginia. The service works with independent living centers across the state to provide options for those who need it.
(888) 832-3858
APS strives to prevent instances of abuse, neglect and exploitation of elders throughout Virginia. This organization also steps in to investigate reports of abuse and administers programs to provide limited financial supports for low-income seniors living in long-term care.
(800) 552-3962
The dLCV is a nonprofit organization that uses grants and donations to provide legal services for seniors throughout Virginia. Services include representation in financial legal matters, as well as matters related to abuse, neglect or discrimination.
(800) 552-5019
Virginia's ombudsmen advocate on behalf of seniors who receive long-term care services, including those who receive home care services in independent living communities. This organization resolves issues brought forth by seniors to ensure quality care is provided and seniors' rights are respected by caregivers.
(888) 992-0959
Operated by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services, Virginia Easy Access helps seniors access an array of programs that can offer assistance with healthcare, nutrition, long-term care and finances.
(804) 545-1644
Virginia's AAAs provide seniors with a broad range of services that are designed to encourage their independence. That includes help with accessing home care or respite services, Medicare or Medicaid planning assistance and health screenings or healthcare services.
COVID-19 Rules for Independent Living in Virginia
The following information is based on research done on several government websites, including vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus. These rules apply to Independent Living Communities and other types of senior living facilities. We’ve most recently updated this data on 2/15/2022, but since COVID-19 is a rapidly evolving pandemic, contact your local senior living facility or Area Agency on Aging for more specific and up-to-date information.
Visitation Policies
Rules for Virginia Communities
Are loved ones allowed to visit to provide emotional support?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Are relatives allowed to visit for end-of-life care?
Yes
Are residents required to quarantine after visiting with a loved one?
No
Are visitors required to wear PPE (including masks) in order to visit residents?
Yes
Are non-medical contractors (such as hairdressers and entertainers) allowed in senior living facilities?
Yes
Does the state recommend or require that senior living facilities assist families with setting up virtual visit alternatives?
Yes
Are visitors checked for elevated temperatures?
Yes
Are visitors required to answer questions about health, travel, and potential virus contact?
Yes
Outings & Social Activities
Rules for Virginia Communities
Are residents allowed to leave (errands, visiting family, etc.) for non-medical reasons?
Yes
Are residents who leave required to quarantine when they return?
No (Conditions Apply)
Are senior living communities required to cancel all group outings?
No
Are residents allowed to eat meals together in a common area?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Are residents allowed to gather in common areas for group activites?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
COVID-19 Safety Measures for Staff and Residents
Rules for Virginia Communities
Are staff members regularly required to do a temperature check?
Yes
Are staff members regularly tested for COVID-19?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Are staff members members regularly required to do a health and safety screening, including questions about travel, contact with positive cases, etc?
Yes
Are residents regularly screened for COVID-19 symptoms?
Yes
Are residents regularly checked for elevated temperatures?
Yes
Are residents regularly tested for COVID-19?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Find Independent Living Communities in Virginia
Use the tool below to find Independent Living Communities near you – if you’d like to search in a specific city in Virginia, simply put that in the search bar below.
Directory of Independent Living Communities in Richmond, VA
Holiday Virginian
300 Twinridge Ln, Richmond, VA, 23235
The tour at Holiday Virginian was very good. They’re very cooperative, very outgoing, showed us everything we wanted to see, we were very pleased with the surroundings and the cleanliness of the place
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The tour at Holiday Virginian was very good. They’re very cooperative, very outgoing, showed us everything we wanted to see, we were very pleased with the surroundings and the cleanliness of the place. The only drawback was the pricing was much higher than the other places we looked at. We met several staff members. They were very polite and seemed interested in everybody’s welfare. The rooms are very nice, about average size from what we’ve seen elsewhere. Very clean and well-maintained. I was a little surprised to find that when you get a two-bedroom size, you get the kitchenette, whereas in some of the other places you get the full kitchen. So, that was a little disappointing, especially at that price. We did not try the food, but we saw a couple of meals being served, and it looked very good.
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The tour at Holiday Virginian was very good. They’re very cooperative, very outgoing, showed us everything we wanted to see, we were very pleased with the surroundings and the cleanliness of the place
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The tour at Holiday Virginian was very good. They’re very cooperative, very outgoing, showed us everything we wanted to see, we were very pleased with the surroundings and the cleanliness of the place. The only drawback was the pricing was much higher than the other places we looked at. We met several staff members. They were very polite and seemed interested in everybody’s welfare. The rooms are very nice, about average size from what we’ve seen elsewhere. Very clean and well-maintained. I was a little surprised to find that when you get a two-bedroom size, you get the kitchenette, whereas in some of the other places you get the full kitchen. So, that was a little disappointing, especially at that price. We did not try the food, but we saw a couple of meals being served, and it looked very good.
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Heritage Oaks
1100 German School Rd , Richmond, VA, 23225
I enjoyed my tour at Heritage Oaks, I liked it. I like that as a community, they have activities, it’s a structured environment, and it’s a nice and clean place. The apartment I saw had a nice design,
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I enjoyed my tour at Heritage Oaks, I liked it. I like that as a community, they have activities, it’s a structured environment, and it’s a nice and clean place. The apartment I saw had a nice design, roomy, with its own kitchen and bathroom. It was a nice and spacious apartment. The staffs who accommodated me during the tour were friendly and helpful. I also saw a gym, on Fridays they take the residents wherever they want to go. They would take them out to dinners and come back to pick them up. So I like the way their transportation system was set up, it’s overall a nice place.
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I enjoyed my tour at Heritage Oaks, I liked it. I like that as a community, they have activities, it’s a structured environment, and it’s a nice and clean place. The apartment I saw had a nice design,
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I enjoyed my tour at Heritage Oaks, I liked it. I like that as a community, they have activities, it’s a structured environment, and it’s a nice and clean place. The apartment I saw had a nice design, roomy, with its own kitchen and bathroom. It was a nice and spacious apartment. The staffs who accommodated me during the tour were friendly and helpful. I also saw a gym, on Fridays they take the residents wherever they want to go. They would take them out to dinners and come back to pick them up. So I like the way their transportation system was set up, it’s overall a nice place.
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Tuckahoe Pines Retirement Community
12330 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, VA, 23238
I toured three senior places and the top one was Tuckahoe Pines Retirement Community. It’s gorgeous. The food looks incredible. They have everything. I would live there myself. It is the highest, it’s
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I toured three senior places and the top one was Tuckahoe Pines Retirement Community. It’s gorgeous. The food looks incredible. They have everything. I would live there myself. It is the highest, it’s like $5,000 a month for a one-bedroom apartment, and that’s pretty high for just independent living. However, it’s like a resort. It is a little farther out from a lot of things. The staff who toured me were punctual, very knowledgeable, and very attentive. They have parking, a swimming pool, a gym, and shopping. If money is no object, this is the top.
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I toured three senior places and the top one was Tuckahoe Pines Retirement Community. It’s gorgeous. The food looks incredible. They have everything. I would live there myself. It is the highest, it’s
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I toured three senior places and the top one was Tuckahoe Pines Retirement Community. It’s gorgeous. The food looks incredible. They have everything. I would live there myself. It is the highest, it’s like $5,000 a month for a one-bedroom apartment, and that’s pretty high for just independent living. However, it’s like a resort. It is a little farther out from a lot of things. The staff who toured me were punctual, very knowledgeable, and very attentive. They have parking, a swimming pool, a gym, and shopping. If money is no object, this is the top.
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The Crossings at Bon Air
9100 Bon Air Crossings Drive, Richmond, VA, 23235
Centrally located in Richmond, Virginia with easy access to the Midlothian Turnpike, The Crossings at Bon Air is a contemporary independent and assisted living facility for people over 55 years old. R
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Centrally located in Richmond, Virginia with easy access to the Midlothian Turnpike, The Crossings at Bon Air is a contemporary independent and assisted living facility for people over 55 years old. Residents who enjoy socializing praise the community for hosting a vibrant cocktail hour at the in-house bar where they can enjoy a glass of wine while chatting with their neighbors. They also give The Crossing high marks for its well-maintained one bedroom, two bedroom and studio apartments with sunny ensuite balconies. Pet lovers appreciate that the facility allows small animals.
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Centrally located in Richmond, Virginia with easy access to the Midlothian Turnpike, The Crossings at Bon Air is a contemporary independent and assisted living facility for people over 55 years old. R
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Centrally located in Richmond, Virginia with easy access to the Midlothian Turnpike, The Crossings at Bon Air is a contemporary independent and assisted living facility for people over 55 years old. Residents who enjoy socializing praise the community for hosting a vibrant cocktail hour at the in-house bar where they can enjoy a glass of wine while chatting with their neighbors. They also give The Crossing high marks for its well-maintained one bedroom, two bedroom and studio apartments with sunny ensuite balconies. Pet lovers appreciate that the facility allows small animals.
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Legacy at Imperial Village
1717 Bellevue Ave., Richmond, VA, 23227
Assisted living and Alzheimer’s & Dementia care at Imperial Plaza are both all inclusive, with NO levels of care.
Assisted living and Alzheimer’s & Dementia care at Imperial Plaza are both all inclusive, with NO levels of care.
The Towers
350 Hioaks Road, Richmond, VA, 23225
I recently went on a lunch tour here and I was very impressed with the food they had to offer! Have have new entrees weekly but have an a la carte menu that is available all day everyday, which is ver
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I recently went on a lunch tour here and I was very impressed with the food they had to offer! Have have new entrees weekly but have an a la carte menu that is available all day everyday, which is very nice because sometimes I don’t want something heavy for lunch if I know I’m also going to have a big dinner. Eating in the dining room is just like going to a restaurant, you have fancy menus on the tables with fresh flowers, servers that come and take your order, cloth napkins, etc. I am a big fan of ice cream and they said they have at least 8 different flavors Hershey’s Ice Cream available everyday! After eating we were showed the rest of the building and I like how they have different activities offered on different floors/areas, it encourages people to walk around the building more and also show that they like to use all of the space they have. It was a very nice tour and a very nice meal!
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I recently went on a lunch tour here and I was very impressed with the food they had to offer! Have have new entrees weekly but have an a la carte menu that is available all day everyday, which is ver
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I recently went on a lunch tour here and I was very impressed with the food they had to offer! Have have new entrees weekly but have an a la carte menu that is available all day everyday, which is very nice because sometimes I don’t want something heavy for lunch if I know I’m also going to have a big dinner. Eating in the dining room is just like going to a restaurant, you have fancy menus on the tables with fresh flowers, servers that come and take your order, cloth napkins, etc. I am a big fan of ice cream and they said they have at least 8 different flavors Hershey’s Ice Cream available everyday! After eating we were showed the rest of the building and I like how they have different activities offered on different floors/areas, it encourages people to walk around the building more and also show that they like to use all of the space they have. It was a very nice tour and a very nice meal!
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Lakewood
1900 Lauderdale Drive, Richmond, VA, 23238
Lakewood was very impressive. Unfortunately, it was during COVID, so we didn’t get to tour the living facilities. They had just finished renovations. Their staff was really pleasant and nice. I even p
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Lakewood was very impressive. Unfortunately, it was during COVID, so we didn’t get to tour the living facilities. They had just finished renovations. Their staff was really pleasant and nice. I even put a deposit down there. That’s a buy-in, and I would love to go there, but they’re a little bit more expensive than I can handle. They have two meals a day, which are lunch and dinner. They had two or three restaurant-type things. They had their main dining room, which was like restaurant service. Then they had a bistro, a private dining room, and they had a snack shop. All the amenities were great. One of the things I like was it has Life Care. They have good exercise equipment, a pool, medical facilities onsite, transportation to medical appointments within limits, nice lounge areas, and a library.
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Lakewood was very impressive. Unfortunately, it was during COVID, so we didn’t get to tour the living facilities. They had just finished renovations. Their staff was really pleasant and nice. I even p
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Lakewood was very impressive. Unfortunately, it was during COVID, so we didn’t get to tour the living facilities. They had just finished renovations. Their staff was really pleasant and nice. I even put a deposit down there. That’s a buy-in, and I would love to go there, but they’re a little bit more expensive than I can handle. They have two meals a day, which are lunch and dinner. They had two or three restaurant-type things. They had their main dining room, which was like restaurant service. Then they had a bistro, a private dining room, and they had a snack shop. All the amenities were great. One of the things I like was it has Life Care. They have good exercise equipment, a pool, medical facilities onsite, transportation to medical appointments within limits, nice lounge areas, and a library.
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Carriage Hill Apartments
7000 Coachman Lane, Richmond, VA, 23228
I am in the Carriage Hill. Everybody here is over 55. There aren’t any children, just senior citizens. They have a plan where the rent includes utilities. It looks very nice and very well kept-up. All
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I am in the Carriage Hill. Everybody here is over 55. There aren’t any children, just senior citizens. They have a plan where the rent includes utilities. It looks very nice and very well kept-up. All the apartments were built around 1979. They have a good maintenance staff and also have a landscaping service that takes care of all the flower beds, cutting the grass, and pruning the trees. The apartment I am in is very nice. It has a kitchen and dining area, a bedroom and one bath, and it is very large. I am very pleased with it. They have two courtesy vans and a calendar of where they are going, what day they are going, and what time. The staff is fantastic.
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I am in the Carriage Hill. Everybody here is over 55. There aren’t any children, just senior citizens. They have a plan where the rent includes utilities. It looks very nice and very well kept-up. All
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I am in the Carriage Hill. Everybody here is over 55. There aren’t any children, just senior citizens. They have a plan where the rent includes utilities. It looks very nice and very well kept-up. All the apartments were built around 1979. They have a good maintenance staff and also have a landscaping service that takes care of all the flower beds, cutting the grass, and pruning the trees. The apartment I am in is very nice. It has a kitchen and dining area, a bedroom and one bath, and it is very large. I am very pleased with it. They have two courtesy vans and a calendar of where they are going, what day they are going, and what time. The staff is fantastic.
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Discovery Village At The West End
9801 Harmony Woods Way, Richmond, VA, 23233
I took a tour of Discovery Village At the West End. I saw the facility. The people there were wonderful, and I really liked it. It was further away from where I wanted to be, and it was more expensive
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I took a tour of Discovery Village At the West End. I saw the facility. The people there were wonderful, and I really liked it. It was further away from where I wanted to be, and it was more expensive.
This facility had a building that was independent living and another building that was assisted living. There was a third building that was memory care. I was invited to return and eat there.
The people that I met were very friendly. The residents were very friendly. They were in the middle of a yoga class when I was there. They were very nice, and the place was very pleasant. There were two women that I met with, who were in the sales area. They were both extremely pleasant and extremely invested in their community. They love where they work, and it shows.
It was not old, but it was an older facility compared to the other one I toured. The decor is not in-style for today, but it fit with the people that they have there. Their median age is 82.
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I took a tour of Discovery Village At the West End. I saw the facility. The people there were wonderful, and I really liked it. It was further away from where I wanted to be, and it was more expensive
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I took a tour of Discovery Village At the West End. I saw the facility. The people there were wonderful, and I really liked it. It was further away from where I wanted to be, and it was more expensive.
This facility had a building that was independent living and another building that was assisted living. There was a third building that was memory care. I was invited to return and eat there.
The people that I met were very friendly. The residents were very friendly. They were in the middle of a yoga class when I was there. They were very nice, and the place was very pleasant. There were two women that I met with, who were in the sales area. They were both extremely pleasant and extremely invested in their community. They love where they work, and it shows.
It was not old, but it was an older facility compared to the other one I toured. The decor is not in-style for today, but it fit with the people that they have there. Their median age is 82.
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Dominion Place
1025 West Grace Street,, Richmond, VA, 23220
My husband chose to move at Dominion Place Association because he liked that area of town. It was his first choice of places to move in. The apartments were small but it was well-insulated that you di
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My husband chose to move at Dominion Place Association because he liked that area of town. It was his first choice of places to move in. The apartments were small but it was well-insulated that you did not hear the neighbor’s loud music. They had planned activities from time to time like dinner where everybody was invited. They also had social workers or people who helped the residents with different things like working on the computer. They also helped in choosing a cellphone or anything that they wanted to do. He had his own private place and he cooked his own food.
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My husband chose to move at Dominion Place Association because he liked that area of town. It was his first choice of places to move in. The apartments were small but it was well-insulated that you di
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My husband chose to move at Dominion Place Association because he liked that area of town. It was his first choice of places to move in. The apartments were small but it was well-insulated that you did not hear the neighbor’s loud music. They had planned activities from time to time like dinner where everybody was invited. They also had social workers or people who helped the residents with different things like working on the computer. They also helped in choosing a cellphone or anything that they wanted to do. He had his own private place and he cooked his own food.
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Summerhill at Sony Point
9250 Forest Hill Ave., Richmond, VA, 23235
My Father lived at Summerhill for a little over eight years before he passed. He enjoyed gardening, playing bridge, and having his own unit that he bought. Summerhill has transportation for resident
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My Father lived at Summerhill for a little over eight years before he passed. He enjoyed gardening, playing bridge, and having his own unit that he bought. Summerhill has transportation for residents to go shopping, to a doctor’s appointment, to church, and to special planned events. The staff at Summerhill is very pleasant, helpful, and there is round the clock security at the entrance and throughout the community. My father loved living there, and my brother and I were pleased with how he was able to maintain his lifestyle and enjoy new things. The unit he had was two bedroom and two full baths, a kitchen, dining area/living room, washer and dryer, and a lovely covered front porch.
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My Father lived at Summerhill for a little over eight years before he passed. He enjoyed gardening, playing bridge, and having his own unit that he bought. Summerhill has transportation for resident
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My Father lived at Summerhill for a little over eight years before he passed. He enjoyed gardening, playing bridge, and having his own unit that he bought. Summerhill has transportation for residents to go shopping, to a doctor’s appointment, to church, and to special planned events. The staff at Summerhill is very pleasant, helpful, and there is round the clock security at the entrance and throughout the community. My father loved living there, and my brother and I were pleased with how he was able to maintain his lifestyle and enjoy new things. The unit he had was two bedroom and two full baths, a kitchen, dining area/living room, washer and dryer, and a lovely covered front porch.
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Harvest Glen Community
300 Pumpkin Pl North, Richmond, VA, 23225
Harvest Glen Community is a mile from my house. I like that it’s a single floor, and it’s a nice open layout inside. They do have a clubhouse and a pool. I think they do all the yard work with outside
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Harvest Glen Community is a mile from my house. I like that it’s a single floor, and it’s a nice open layout inside. They do have a clubhouse and a pool. I think they do all the yard work with outside maintenance. The place is fine. I have been there a lot because I know older people that live there. They have garages attached, which is nice. The staff was very nice, they let us in, and they were fine.
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Harvest Glen Community is a mile from my house. I like that it’s a single floor, and it’s a nice open layout inside. They do have a clubhouse and a pool. I think they do all the yard work with outside
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Harvest Glen Community is a mile from my house. I like that it’s a single floor, and it’s a nice open layout inside. They do have a clubhouse and a pool. I think they do all the yard work with outside maintenance. The place is fine. I have been there a lot because I know older people that live there. They have garages attached, which is nice. The staff was very nice, they let us in, and they were fine.
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Aspire at West End
5020 Sulky Drive, Richmond, VA, 23228
Aspire at West End was very beautiful. It’s the same price as the other place for a one-bedroom apartment. It’s got all the amenities. They have laundry and everything. The staff was excellent. The pe
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Aspire at West End was very beautiful. It’s the same price as the other place for a one-bedroom apartment. It’s got all the amenities. They have laundry and everything. The staff was excellent. The person who saw me was punctual and took me around the entire place. I saw the apartment, which was very spacious and beautiful. They have a gym, a therapy pool, and first-rate dining. Special meals were provided. The only thing I didn’t like too much was the drive into it. Even though it’s conveniently located, it is somehow built in an area where you have to drive through an apartment complex with a bunch of speedbumps to get there. It was kind of weird. It was not like a prominent-looking place, but once you got there it was very comparable to the other places.
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Aspire at West End was very beautiful. It’s the same price as the other place for a one-bedroom apartment. It’s got all the amenities. They have laundry and everything. The staff was excellent. The pe
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Aspire at West End was very beautiful. It’s the same price as the other place for a one-bedroom apartment. It’s got all the amenities. They have laundry and everything. The staff was excellent. The person who saw me was punctual and took me around the entire place. I saw the apartment, which was very spacious and beautiful. They have a gym, a therapy pool, and first-rate dining. Special meals were provided. The only thing I didn’t like too much was the drive into it. Even though it’s conveniently located, it is somehow built in an area where you have to drive through an apartment complex with a bunch of speedbumps to get there. It was kind of weird. It was not like a prominent-looking place, but once you got there it was very comparable to the other places.
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Guardian Place
1620 Hamilton St, Richmond, VA, 23230
My friend has moved into Guardian Place. It’s very nice. It’s a secure building. They check on you every day. They have a lot of nice parking spaces there. It’s monitored very well. It’s nice and clea
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My friend has moved into Guardian Place. It’s very nice. It’s a secure building. They check on you every day. They have a lot of nice parking spaces there. It’s monitored very well. It’s nice and clean. My friend cooks there. They don’t have a restaurant there. They have nice activities. They have a beauty parlor and a barbershop. They have a posting board of activities that are going on there. They have different activities every week. She is comfortable with what she is paying.
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My friend has moved into Guardian Place. It’s very nice. It’s a secure building. They check on you every day. They have a lot of nice parking spaces there. It’s monitored very well. It’s nice and clea
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My friend has moved into Guardian Place. It’s very nice. It’s a secure building. They check on you every day. They have a lot of nice parking spaces there. It’s monitored very well. It’s nice and clean. My friend cooks there. They don’t have a restaurant there. They have nice activities. They have a beauty parlor and a barbershop. They have a posting board of activities that are going on there. They have different activities every week. She is comfortable with what she is paying.
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Everleigh Short Pump
12651 Three Chopt Rd, Richmond, VA, 23233
My mother-in-law is currently in Everleigh Short Pump. What she liked the best was that it was a nice, clean, modern apartment with activities, with a swimming pool and a gym. What she likes the least
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My mother-in-law is currently in Everleigh Short Pump. What she liked the best was that it was a nice, clean, modern apartment with activities, with a swimming pool and a gym. What she likes the least is that there’s nobody at the front door to let you in. For instance, if you don’t have a key to get in, there’s no real intercom system and somebody would have to come downstairs and let you in. There’s nobody at the front desk. Her main worry is if she gets sick, there’s no one to call. There’s no dining hall where she can go and get breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or at least some meals, even if it’s just two meals. There’s nothing like that. It’s just an apartment building. The staff is constantly changing, they can’t seem to keep anyone. The facility itself is decent.
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My mother-in-law is currently in Everleigh Short Pump. What she liked the best was that it was a nice, clean, modern apartment with activities, with a swimming pool and a gym. What she likes the least
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My mother-in-law is currently in Everleigh Short Pump. What she liked the best was that it was a nice, clean, modern apartment with activities, with a swimming pool and a gym. What she likes the least is that there’s nobody at the front door to let you in. For instance, if you don’t have a key to get in, there’s no real intercom system and somebody would have to come downstairs and let you in. There’s nobody at the front desk. Her main worry is if she gets sick, there’s no one to call. There’s no dining hall where she can go and get breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or at least some meals, even if it’s just two meals. There’s nothing like that. It’s just an apartment building. The staff is constantly changing, they can’t seem to keep anyone. The facility itself is decent.
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Forest Creek
3501 Forest Haven Drive, Richmond, VA, 23234
My parents are still in Forest Creek. It is a decent place. It’s for 55-plus only. What I like best is the accommodations. Everything is on one floor. It’s a really clean area, which is what I like be
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My parents are still in Forest Creek. It is a decent place. It’s for 55-plus only. What I like best is the accommodations. Everything is on one floor. It’s a really clean area, which is what I like best. As far as the maintenance, the worst thing is the response time when you’re trying to get some questions answered. The response time can really be better. My parents make their own food. They have activities. It’s not much, but my parents don’t participate at this time. They have a community center there that give programs or events. They have a salon or someone who does hair. For what they’re paying for, it’s pretty average for what they have.
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My parents are still in Forest Creek. It is a decent place. It’s for 55-plus only. What I like best is the accommodations. Everything is on one floor. It’s a really clean area, which is what I like be
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My parents are still in Forest Creek. It is a decent place. It’s for 55-plus only. What I like best is the accommodations. Everything is on one floor. It’s a really clean area, which is what I like best. As far as the maintenance, the worst thing is the response time when you’re trying to get some questions answered. The response time can really be better. My parents make their own food. They have activities. It’s not much, but my parents don’t participate at this time. They have a community center there that give programs or events. They have a salon or someone who does hair. For what they’re paying for, it’s pretty average for what they have.
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Norcroft Townhomes
401 Norcroft Circle, Richmond, VA, 23225
I reached out via email and twice by phone and left voice message four days ago requesting info regarding income guidelines. I have yet to receive a courtesy response email or return call. How terri
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I reached out via email and twice by phone and left voice message four days ago requesting info regarding income guidelines. I have yet to receive a courtesy response email or return call. How terribly rude and unacceptable (especially since Norcroft recording indicated that a return phone call would be made the next business day. I’m thinking this initial encounter would be the first of many disappointing interactions with Norcroft Townhomes. I am now withdrawing my interest in possibly seeking residence there.
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I reached out via email and twice by phone and left voice message four days ago requesting info regarding income guidelines. I have yet to receive a courtesy response email or return call. How terri
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I reached out via email and twice by phone and left voice message four days ago requesting info regarding income guidelines. I have yet to receive a courtesy response email or return call. How terribly rude and unacceptable (especially since Norcroft recording indicated that a return phone call would be made the next business day. I’m thinking this initial encounter would be the first of many disappointing interactions with Norcroft Townhomes. I am now withdrawing my interest in possibly seeking residence there.
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