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Memory care in Brays 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 Brays is about $5,369 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 102 communities, read 2526 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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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.
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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.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? short-term help recuperating from an injury or illness? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer's disease? No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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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.
Spring Arbor Cottage of Fredericksburg offers a small, secure environment for individuals living with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. Our two intimate neighborhoods are complimented by inviting gathering spaces, a large breakfast bar, and peaceful outdoor courtyards. We take a...
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I found [name removed], the director, and his staff to be exceptionally helpful, kind, and professional. It did not take long for me to realize that my cousin was in a facility that offered kind, attentive,...
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.
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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.
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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.
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This is a good community. Housekeeping comes in once a week and they also keep the common areas clean. I do feel they are understaffed at this time, however the staff they do have is very nice and helpful....
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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.
Beth Sholom Gardens is an assisted living community in the historic, scenic city of Richmond, Virginia. Our peaceful, picturesque community is located on a large,16 acre wooded campus in the upscale, tree-lined West End neighborhood, providing excellent access to area medical centers, unique...
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Lakewood Manor is a warm, friendly place that has the comfort and care of the residents first and foremost. Those we have talked with that have been here 17 plus years have nothing but positive comments...
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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.
For over 35 years, our residents have enjoyed a wide variety of activities that have enhanced their quality of life. Lakewood Manor is a continuing care retirement community located in the West End of Henrico County. Lakewood is one of four retirement communities that is owned and operated by...
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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.
Having provided senior care for many years, we, understand the emotions that families face when making care decisions for their loved ones. Providing for a parent, spouse, or relative can be physically, emotionally, and financially challenging. Making the decision to get help is often difficult. ...

Cost of memory care in Brays, VA

The average cost of senior living in Brays is $5,369 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,168 per month.

Memory care costs in Brays, VA, vs. nearby cities

Brays, VA
$5,369/mo
$5,230/mo

Memory care costs in Brays, VA, vs. state and national averages

Brays, VA
$5,369/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

Memory care costs in Brays, VA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,369/mo

Memory care costs in Brays, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,144/mo
Studio
$6,147/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,293/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,687/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,995/mo

Senior living costs in Brays vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Brays, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrays, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,369/mo$5,457/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$5,225/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,277/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Brays, VA:$5,369/mo
Virginia:$5,457/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Brays, VA:$5,225/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Brays, VA:$4,277/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Brays, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Brays and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Brays, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Brays have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Brays, VA$6,760/mo$5,557/mo+21.7%
Virginia$6,857/mo$6,306/mo+8.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Brays, VA
2024 average cost:$6,760/mo
2023 average cost:$5,557/mo
Percent change:+21.7%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,857/mo
2023 average cost:$6,306/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Brays

Recent reviews for memory care in Brays

Shalom Gardens and Shalom Parkside in Richmond, VA

4.5
It's a fine place and they lots of activities and I like living there. I would definitely recommend this community to others

Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock

5.0
Before I retired seven years ago, I was in healthcare administration in the Kilmarnock community, and Commonwealth has always had a good reputation. I did look into several agencies, and came in to take the tour at Commonwealth and liked what I saw. It was very clean, and there was a home ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham

5.0
With our loved one have Alzheimer's the staff here have been very good with him, truly they have been wonderful to him as well as our family. They have really good activities there - they had a Christmas holiday party and are throwing a Valentine's Day party as well. They have even taken our ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and dedication of the staff in attending to residents' needs at different communities, such as Ginter Hall South Ginter Hall Assisted Living and Memory Care and The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care, Sunrise Richmond Commonw ...
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Variety of activities for mental stimulation. Activities are mentioned as a key factor in residents' engagement and overall satisfaction, with communities like Sunrise Bon Air Sunrise at Bon Air, Sancerre Atlee Station Sancerre Atlee Station, and Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg offering a range of activ ...
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Thorough communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication is essential for families to feel assured about their loved ones' care. Several reviews mention the importance of this aspect in communities like Harmony at Hanover The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care, Heritage Green Heritage Gr ...
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Engaging social environments. Reviews frequently mention the importance of socialization in maintaining residents' emotional well-being. Communities like Westmont The Westmont at Short Pump Community, Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg, and Heritage Green Heritage Green Hanover foster a wel ...
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Nutritious meals and dining experiences. Quality meals are a priority for many residents, as indicated by numerous reviews praising the food and dining experiences at various communities, such as Sunrise Bon Air Sunrise at Bon Air, Sunrise Richmond Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House, and Commonwealth Commonwealth Senio ...
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Safe and comfortable living spaces. Reviews consistently emphasize the importance of a clean, well-maintained living environment. Communities like Morningside The Estates at West End, Sunrise Bon Air Sunrise at Bon Air, and Heritage Green Heritage Green Hanover prioritize the safety, comfort, and privacy of their residents.
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Brays review score based on 484 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 484 reviews of 88 Brays memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Brays 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

Brays review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Brays, VA88 facilities
7.8
Tappahannock, VA102 facilities
7.8
Warsaw, VA73 facilities

Review subcategories for Brays 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 484 reviews of 88 Brays memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Brays 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.
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Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.8
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
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Brays memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brays memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brays, 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 Brays 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 Brays that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Brays, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.7%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.6%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Brays 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 Brays Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Brays, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.5%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
58%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brays 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 Brays partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brays, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
59.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
43.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Brays 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 Brays communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brays, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brays 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 Brays offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brays, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.2%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.4%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
65.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
48.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Brays

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Brays protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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