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Memory care in Buena 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 Buena is about $5,557 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 97 communities, read 1893 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Wonderful, caring staff. The building is a bit dated, but the staff and administration know what they're doing for my father.
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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.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Front Royal is located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  It is a single level facility with four 'wings' that surround an outside flower-filled courtyard.  Residents are encouraged to enjoy the sunshine and participate in outdoor activities...
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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.
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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.
Shenandoah Place offers quality personal care in a distinctive residential setting. To help you enjoy life to the fullest, our program emphasizes active living with the right amount of personal care that is designed to meet your needs. In addition, we have all of the elements of home: spacious...
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Willow Estates has been wonderful! The food is excellent and it's very clean. They are limited in the amount of staff they can hire. They are very quick with their response if I have a request or a concern....
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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.
     Willow Estates Retirement is a beautifully designed facility located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer pleasant furnishings featuring a home type atmosphere. We are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services to provide levels of care from...
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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.
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.
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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.
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We're very happy with how things are going with Dutch Haven! It's a wonderful place with a caring and interactive staff. The facility itself, is inviting and clean, and they take excellent care of all of...
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.
Dutch Haven Adult Home is an assisted living facility that is located in Maurertown, Virginia, which is within the beautiful boundaries of the Shenandoah Valley and is near Winchester, VA. We are proud to specialize in the care and well-being of our residentÆs that are diagnosed with dementia...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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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Everything has been going great since dad has been here. They have plenty of things to do with the residents. The food is good most of the time dad says. We also like that it is close to us so that we can...
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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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Alpha House is a special place. Alpha House is a small charming senior living community devoted to Alzheimer’s and dementia residents. We are located in a country-like setting near the heart of Ashland, Virginia—just 10 miles north of Richmond. Alpha House mirrors our small, intimate community by...

Cost of memory care in Buena, VA

The average cost of senior living in Buena is $5,557 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shenandoah, VA with an average of $4,519 per month.

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

Buena, VA
$5,557/mo
$6,181/mo
$6,224/mo

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

Buena, VA
$5,557/mo
U.S. national average
$4,956/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,557/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,221/mo
Studio
$6,355/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,860/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,773/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,325/mo

Senior living costs in Buena 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: Buena, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuena, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,557/mo$5,458/mo$4,956/mo
Assisted Living$5,436/mo$5,446/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$5,639/mo$4,625/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Buena, VA:$5,557/mo
Virginia:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Assisted Living
Buena, VA:$5,436/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Buena, VA:$5,639/mo
Virginia:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Buena, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Buena 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 Buena, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Buena 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Buena, VA$6,937/mo$6,417/mo+8.1%
Virginia$6,857/mo$6,306/mo+8.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Buena, VA
2024 average cost:$6,937/mo
2023 average cost:$6,417/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
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 Buena

Recent reviews for memory care in Buena

Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons in Woodbridge, VA

4.5
We chose HarborChase of Prince William Commons because they gave us a deal on the price and they provided my mom transportation to and from her dialysis procedures. My mom is in a private room here. The location of the facility is really easy to get to, very accessible for the area. I would ...
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Lavender Hills Prince William Campus in Manassas, VA

5.0
The community really helped my loved one improve his mobility and he was himself again. The community was clean and neat and the staff was very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Paramount Senior Living at Manassas

4.4
I would recommend this community. I have seen my friends parents be in other communities. This isn't like having your loved on being at home. The room was very nice, and you had to provide your own furniture. The staff was friendly. I went there to see my loved one once or twice a ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Understaffed facilities and caregiver shortages. Several reviews mention understaffing as a concern, leading to insufficient care for residents. At Poet's Walk Warrenton and Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons, families express frustration with the lack of staff availability, particularly on weekends, and the resulting impact on their lov ...
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Communication and transparency with families. Effective communication between staff and families is highlighted in numerous reviews. At The Blake at Charlottesville, families appreciate the regular meetings with the director and clear feedback, while at Tribute at The Glen, families praise the staff's transparency and attentiveness. At ...
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Individualized care and personalized attention. Residents and their families note the importance of individualized care, with personalized attention from staff. At Legacy Ridge, the staff's enthusiasm and kindness stand out, while at The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community, they go the extra mile to encourage residents' participation in ...
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Activities and social engagement. Various activities and social opportunities are valued by residents and their families. At Heritage Village Gainesville, the social directors are phenomenal, and residents seem to enjoy the care and attention they receive. At Legacy Ridge, the staff tries hard to engage residents, especially ...
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Professional and caring staff. Several reviews emphasize the professionalism and compassion of the staff. At The Estates at Charlottesville, the staff truly cares for their residents and maintains a professional demeanor. At The Harbor at Renaissance, the aides are very responsive and the staff team is wonderful, treating ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. The cleanliness of the facilities is mentioned frequently as a priority by families. At Tribute at The Glen, the facility is kept clean, and the residents' rooms are private. At Whispering Pines, the administrator was instrumental in making the admission process easy and the facility is very ...
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Buena review score based on 411 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 411 reviews of 90 Buena memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buena 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

Buena review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Buena, VA90 facilities
7.2
Orange, VA9 facilities
8.6
Culpeper, VA132 facilities

Review subcategories for Buena 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 411 reviews of 90 Buena memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buena 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.
Buena, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Buena memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buena memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buena, 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 Buena 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 Buena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buena, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.2%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.4%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Buena 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 Buena Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buena, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buena 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 Buena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buena, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Buena 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 Buena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buena, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
48.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buena 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 Buena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buena, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
65.6%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.9%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
65.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.8%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Buena

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 Buena protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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