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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Big Meadows, VA
Memory care in Big Meadows offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Big Meadows is about $5,215 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 77 communities, read 1052 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Winchester is a single level building on a quiet street in a residential neighborhood. Residents have access to a large fenced yard with flowering plants and trees. We are able to promote activity and independence within a safe and secure environment...
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Cost of memory care in Big Meadows, VA
The average cost of senior living in Big Meadows is $5,215 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Market, VA with an average of $3,868 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Big Meadows, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Big Meadows, VA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Big Meadows
Recent reviews for memory care in Big Meadows
The Heritage Inn in Charlottesville, VA
4.0
My loved one is doing well here at this community. From what I've heard she is doing well. They are taking good care of her and her needs. The community looked nice and well maintained. They have a good staff, they have been good to work with. So far everything is working out well. It is a nice ...
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Harpers Station Gainesville
4.9
I would and do highly recommend Harper's Station. Dad was very happy there. His and my only issue was phone service. It was constantly going down for hours to days at a time. Dad was one of the first residents there so it may have been resolved by now.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville
5.0
They genuinely care, and they've proved it. During the Covid outbreak when my mom was there, I watched the administrators work excessive hours to fill in the holes and to also help out their staff. The facility itself is good, and there is plenty of room for the residents to move around. The ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Attentive staff with fall prevention. Several reviews mention the importance of attentive and caring staff preventing falls for residents. At Poet's Walk Warrenton, families express appreciation for the staff's responsiveness and support following falls, while Legacy Ridge highlights the small community size contributing to pers ...
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Meals accommodating dietary needs and preferences. Reviews consistently mention the importance of quality meals for residents, with families at Greenfield Reflections of Woodstock and Rosewood Village at Hollymead commenting on the individualized accommodations for dietary requirements. At Commonwealth Senior Living at Front Royal, residen ...
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Engaging activities for memory care residents. Activity offerings provide socialization and engagement for memory care residents. Families praise the wide range of activities at The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community, noting the staff's efforts to encourage participation. At Legacy Ridge, the activities director goes above and beyond ...
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Clear communication between staff and families. Strong communication between staff and families leads to peace of mind and confidence in care. The Blake at Charlottesville and The Harbor at Renaissance share positive experiences with open communication, while Legacy Ridge mentions their satisfaction with the facility's responsiveness to ...
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Professional and caring nursing staff. Nursing staff play a crucial role in providing compassionate care for senior residents. Families at Cambridge Landing and English Meadows Fishersville express gratitude for the expertise and dedication of the nursing staff in their communities.
Secure and attractive community environment. A clean, well-maintained community environment contributes to residents' overall satisfaction. Families at Poet's Walk Warrenton and Legacy Ridge mention the attractiveness and security of their loved ones' communities, fostering a sense of peace and comfort.
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Big Meadows review score based on 287 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 287 reviews of 77 Big Meadows memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Big Meadows review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Big Meadows memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 287 reviews of 77 Big Meadows memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Big Meadows resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Big Meadows, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Big Meadows memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Meadows memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Meadows, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Big Meadows memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Big Meadows that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Meadows, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.8%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Big Meadows memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Big Meadows Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Meadows, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.4%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.7%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Meadows memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Meadows partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Meadows, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.5%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
51.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.8%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Meadows memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Meadows communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Meadows, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.5%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.6%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.8%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Meadows memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Big Meadows offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Meadows, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.8%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.5%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.9%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.3%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
61%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
29.9%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Harpers Station Gainesville, Legacy Ridge and The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Big Meadows, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 77 memory care facilities near Big Meadows, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Big Meadows, Virginia are Legacy Ridge and The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 77 memory care facilities near you in Big Meadows, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Big Meadows, Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Big Meadows, Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Big Meadows, Virginia ranges from $1200 to $13072. The average Memory Care cost in Big Meadows, Virginia is $5,215. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Big Meadows, Virginia typically starts at $1200. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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