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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Buffalo Bend, VA

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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in Virginia is $7,372, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Buffalo Bend area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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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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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
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.
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...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Buffalo Bend, VA

The average cost of senior living in Virginia is $7,372 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Virginia vs. 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 state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeVirginiaU.S.Cost difference
Memory Care$7,372/mo$6,999/mo5.3% above national median
Assisted Living$6,344/mo$5,830/mo8.8% above national median
Independent Living$4,048/mo$3,520/mo15.0% above national median
Memory Care
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.3% above national median
Assisted Living
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:8.8% above national median
Independent Living
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:15.0% above national median
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What families are saying about memory care in Buffalo Bend

Recent reviews for memory care in Buffalo Bend

Stuarts Draft Retirement Community

5.0
I became concerned about my 87 year old mother when she began to experience symptoms of weakness which contributed to an inability to do many personal care tasks she needed to perform. She suggested it was time we looked into assisted living facilities. I contacted A Place for Mom and they gave ...
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Friendship Salem Terrace

4.1
My mom and dad needed separate living, as Dad is incontinent and has increasing dementia, and Mom was not physically able to see to his needs 24/7, as required. This was the best fit for them. The rent for a small apartment and a memory care room is very high, however, almost double the cost ...
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The Lodge at Old Trail in Crozet, VA

5.0
I am very pleased with the care thatwas given to me at this community. The room and the grounds are very nice and well kept. Alot of activities for me to choose from. The staff here is excellent and are always offering assistance for my needs. I am please with the food that is served. I feel ...
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Buffalo Bend review score based on 217 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 217 reviews of 54 Buffalo Bend memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buffalo Bend 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

Buffalo Bend review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Buffalo Bend, VA54 facilities
8.1
Lexington, VA62 facilities
8.5
Glasgow, VA18 facilities

Review subcategories for Buffalo Bend 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 217 reviews of 54 Buffalo Bend memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buffalo Bend 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.
Buffalo Bend, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
2.7
3.8
Friendliness
2.8
3.9
Care services
2.5
3.6
Staff
2.7
3.8
Meals & dining
2.4
3.5
Activities
2.5
3.4
Value for cost*
2.5
3.5
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Buffalo Bend memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Bend memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Bend, 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 Buffalo Bend 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 Buffalo Bend that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo Bend, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.4%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.9%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.5%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.2%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.1%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.5%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.3%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo Bend 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 Buffalo Bend Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo Bend, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.4%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.9%
45.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.4%
67.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.6%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo Bend 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 Buffalo Bend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo Bend, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.4%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
59.3%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.3%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.1%
22.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo Bend 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 Buffalo Bend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo Bend, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.4%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Bend 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 Buffalo Bend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo Bend, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.8%
50.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
59.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.9%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.6%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
63%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
37%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46%
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State regulations for memory care in Buffalo Bend

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