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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Big Otter Mill, VA
Memory care in Big Otter Mill 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 Otter Mill is about $4,128 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 51 communities, read 762 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
A VERY WARM AND INVITING PLACE TO LIVE"Our home will respect your past and assist you in your daily living with a community of professionals that you can rely on and trust.Our staff of certified aides and nurses is caring, compassionate and trained to assist residents with their daily needs just...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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I have no complaints about the experience my parents are having so far at this community. They have made a smooth transition with the help of all of the staff members and residents. I am impressed with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
This beautiful 1916 Georgian mansion provides the entry point for the gracious amenities of Hermitage Roanoke. Opened in 1964 as a retirement home, the community has grown to include 22 two bedroom Independent Living apartments, 52 Assisted Living studio, one and two bedroom apartments, and a 14...
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As a daughter of an aging mother, I believe that the medical and support staff at Brandon Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation facility provided my mother with exceptional medical care, love and dignity during...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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I need a community that gave a country homestead feeling and this community provided me with what I needed. The community is beautiful looks like a southern type mansion big pillars outside the entrance and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Havenwood is an assisted living community in the serene campus town of Lexington, Virginia. Our beautiful community is located close to the misty Blue Ridge Mountains and family farms of Lexington. It is a joy to live in an area full of natural beauty, such as the limestone wonder, the Natural...
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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.
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My Dad was first in Salem Terrace with Lewy Body dementia. My Mom was trying to keep the house but once she found out she had several TIAs she immediately decided that Salem Terrace was going to be new home....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
With commanding stunning vistas of the vibrant City of Salem and the mountains beyond, Salem Terrace at Harrogate is designed in a tradition reminiscent of a grand hotel or resort.At Salem Terrace at Harrogate, we offer a choice of floor plans and four levels of personal assistance, depending...
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The staff is very professional and they are very good about updating us when any changes occur. I live in another area and I appreciate that their follow-up is so prompt. It's an excellent facility and I am...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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On Most days, the residents are sitting, staring and sleeping between meals(BTW- too many sandwiches) The residents would benefit from best practices in mental, social, physical and spiritual activities....
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.
Cost of memory care in Big Otter Mill, VA
The average cost of senior living in Big Otter Mill is $4,128 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Iron Gate, VA with an average of $3,084 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Big Otter Mill
Recent reviews for memory care in Big Otter Mill
The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care
5.0
We chose The Harmony Collection because the space that it offered, the activities, the cleanliness, and just the overall feel of it. Everyone seemed like they were on top of their game. She has a bedroom with a shared bathroom, so it is a little on the smaller side but it does work for her ...
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Carriage Hill Retirement in Bedford, VA
4.5
My mother was first placed in the more independent building even though she had signs of dementia. She did quite well for a while. When her dementia and needs became greater, she was moved to the memory care building. There are fewer residents in this building and she receives more ...
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Brookdale Salem
3.1
We chose Brookdale because my sister and her son visited a few places and they liked this one the best. The room sizes here seemed adequate. The food was better when it was served in the dining area, once COVID started the food was not as good when it was served in the room. Their billing was ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Communicative and supportive staff. Several reviews mention the positive interactions between staff and residents at various communities. For instance, at Runk and Pratt of Forest, a staff member quickly and effectively diffused an arguing situation in the dining room. Similarly, at Brookdale Roanoke, the staff keeps families ...
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Variety of activities for mental stimulation. Reviews from communities like Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge and Brookdale Roanoke highlight the importance of engaging activities for residents, such as cooking classes, outings, and national day celebrations. These activities help keep residents' minds active and engaged.
Clean and bright facilities. Many residents and their families comment on the cleanliness and brightness of their communities. For example, at The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care, the facility is clean overall, and residents are kept safe and comfortable with opportunities for indoor and outdoor walking.
Dignified care for residents. Respect and dignity are key aspects of care at several communities. For instance, at Brookdale Roanoke, the staff adores and caters to the needs of their loved ones, treating them with dignity and respect.
Engaging social environment. Social engagement is essential for the well-being of seniors. At Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge, residents enjoy fun activities and interacting with staff and other residents. At Brookdale Roanoke, the staff encourages interaction between residents, creating a vibrant and eng ...
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Staff dedication to resident care. Some reviews highlight the dedication of staff to residents' care. For example, at The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care, staff members go above and beyond to ensure the safety and comfort of their loved ones, even in the face of challenges like understaffing and communication issues ...
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Big Otter Mill review score based on 155 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 155 reviews of 40 Big Otter Mill memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Big Otter Mill 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 Otter Mill 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 155 reviews of 40 Big Otter Mill memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Big Otter Mill 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 Otter Mill, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Big Otter Mill memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Otter Mill memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Otter Mill, 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 Otter Mill 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 Otter Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Otter Mill, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.5%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.5%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.5%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Big Otter Mill 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 Otter Mill Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.5%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Otter Mill 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 Otter Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Otter Mill, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.5%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Otter Mill 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 Otter Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Otter Mill, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
32.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Otter Mill 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 Otter Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Otter Mill, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.5%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
65%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
42.5%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge, Heritage Green Lynchburg and Brookdale Roanoke are the top-rated memory care facilities near Big Otter Mill, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 51 memory care facilities near Big Otter Mill, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Big Otter Mill, Virginia are Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge, TerraBella Pheasant Ridge and Runk and Pratt at Leesville Road. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 51 memory care facilities near you in Big Otter Mill, 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 Otter Mill, 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 Otter Mill, 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 Otter Mill, Virginia ranges from $340 to $8998. The average Memory Care cost in Big Otter Mill, Virginia is $4,128. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Big Otter Mill, Virginia typically starts at $340. 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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