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Memory care in Contra 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 Contra is about $5,260 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 107 communities, read 2534 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe
2020 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.3
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75 reviews
8.3
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75 reviews
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This is a difficult transition period for many in this situation and the staff was very helpful very accommodating and their units are spacious especially the two bedrooms and they have more of them which...
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.
Located in the charming West End of Richmond, Tuckahoe Senior Living offers the very best in personalized care. Our community specializes in assisted living for those who may need help with everyday activities, as well as memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other forms of...
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Photo of Harmony on the Peninsula
99 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.2
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62 reviews
8.2
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62 reviews
5 star
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+The facility is very clean compared to others I have visited and the staff and residents are very friendly. Most of the staff overall are supportive and encouraging -They have often been short staffed and...
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.
Welcome to Harmony on the PeninsulaAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Yorktown, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to keep...
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Photo of Warwick Forest, a CCRC
77 Photos available
8.2
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23 reviews
8.2
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23 reviews
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After family tours of multiple memory care units in our community, we chose Warwick Forest's Evergreen for our family member. Twenty residents enjoy a calm, attractive atmosphere with excellent security and...
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.
Here at Warwick Forest, we're more than fancy buildings and first class amenities. Of course, we have all the things you would expect from an award-winning CCRC, but what may surprise you is how comfortable you feel from the moment you arrive.Our community is relaxed and always eager to welcome a...
Photo of Spring Arbor of Salisbury
1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.2
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12 reviews
8.2
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12 reviews
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Great fun activities, always clean, excellent staff and attention to mom's needs. On site physical therapy helps and outstanding therapists. Highly recommended facility!
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.
Spring Arbor of Salisbury Residential Assisted Living opened in 2007 with a variety of apartments ranging from studios, different styles of one bedroom/living room suites, and two bedroom apartments. We are a single level building in a lovely residential neighborhood on a quiet street but still...
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8.2
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43 reviews
8.2
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43 reviews
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The staff is very helpful and caring. It's a calm, intimate environment and the food is great! Mom enjoyed her stay there before she passed.
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.
Welcome to Cambridge CrossingAt Cambridge Crossing, we believe the best care begins with meaningful connection. Located in the heart of Williamsburg, our 67-bed assisted living and memory care community offers personalized Assisted Living, specialized Memory Care, and flexible Respite...
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Photo of Shalom Gardens and Shalom Parkside
55 Photos available
8.2
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7 reviews
8.2
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The director and her staff have been extremely helpful to me with getting my brother settled. As always moving from one's home is a difficult decision especially when the person is not fully grasping their...
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.
Combining Good Times, Great People, & a Whole Lot of HeartWelcome to Shalom Gardens & Shalom Parkside, a senior living experience shining with warmth and connection!From shared laughter during events to quiet chats with neighbors who feel like family—ours is a vibrant community buzzing...
Photo of Brookdale Midlothian
2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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89 reviews
8.0
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I personally felt like they were genuine and had my mom's best interest in hand. Ask lot's of questions. And trust your gut. My mom is doing great there. The activities offered are just kind of bland....
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.
If you’ve reached the time in your life where you’re ready to leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else and enjoy life, then our community in the historic city of Midlothian, Va., is ready and waiting for you. Our community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and...
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8.0
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The facility is very nice and undergoing some renovations. The staff is very friendly and responsive. I would definitely recommend it.
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.
Saint Francis Manchester is a true place of connection. Here, friendships form around the table. Bodies are nourished, as are souls. Minds engage, and burdens of daily living fade. As an affordable alternative to traditional senior care, our residents, staff, and supporters share a vibrant...
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Photo of The Barclay at Tuckahoe
2323 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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25 reviews
8.0
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25 reviews
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Everyone is friendly and always offer to help and are willing to chat whenever needed. Again, because of the turnover in the management it is difficult to know about changes and such. Everyone is happy with...
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.
Photo of Lucy Corr
33 Photos available
8.0
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13 reviews
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My loved one was previously a resident at Lucy Corr and I visited her weekly. This facility was great. The staff were all very caring and helpful. Based on our experience, I would recommend Lucy Corr to...
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.
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Williamsburg
1313 Photos available
1717 Floor plans available
7.9
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15 reviews
7.9
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15 reviews
5 star
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It's a smaller facility where the benefit is that the staff truly gets to know each resident and family member personally. My parents are well cared for, and I can be confident that if I am not able to visit...
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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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care
1212 Photos available
2424 Floor plans available
7.8
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76 reviews
7.8
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76 reviews
5 star
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All of the staff have been very engaged, very nice, and attentive. The facility is very clean. [name removed] is really good with my mom. Keep up the great work and it's appreciated. I like going home...
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at HanoverAssisted Living and Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Mechanicsville, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies...
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Photo of Sunrise at Bon Air
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.8
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56 reviews
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56 reviews
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Friendly atmosphere, felt like a family, other residents were so nice to Dad and us, the staff was with us to the end - some staff came in to pay their respects when Dad passed away. We appreciated their...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living
1212 Photos available
2121 Floor plans available
7.8
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38 reviews
7.8
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38 reviews
5 star
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Great all around care. Food is awesome apt is great and Right size to take care of. kindness is a word used from staff and other residents. Activities are fun and there is something for everyone....
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at HanoverBRAND NEW Independent and Assisted Living!Comfort. Easy elegance. Irresistible cuisine. Friends and family. These are the elements that make a person feel at home, and they are the very essence of everyday senior living at The Harmony Collection at...
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Photo of The Westmont at Short Pump Community
1414 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.7
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171 reviews
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Overall, our experience at Westmont has actually been very positive. When our father transferred to a memory care unit, we initially did not think that that was a great idea. Very soon we realized that we...
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.
Experience Senior Care at The Westmont at Short PumpSurrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and small-town charm in Glen Allen, Virginia, The Westmont at Short Pump stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Fredericksburg, our senior housing offers a...
Photo of Edgeworth Park at New Town
88 Photos available
7.5
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32 reviews
7.5
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32 reviews
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[name removed] is always there to help with a smile on her face. You can tell she enjoys helping the residents. We all appreciate [name removed], Christmas is coming and she deserves and has earned a special...
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.
Welcome to Edgeworth Park at New Town, where residents feel right at home in the comfort and beauty of their private apartment. Assisted Living residents enjoy assistance with activities of daily living provided by a competent and compassionate staff, along with opportunities to make new friends...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at the West End
55 Photos available
7.5
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15 reviews
7.5
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Compared to similar places we saw I would rate Commonwealth as 5 starts as some places were just not appealing at all. Overall however I would say our experience was a 4.5. We were happy with the size of the...
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.
Welcome to Commonwealth Assisted Living at The West End! A premier Assisted Living community, Commonwealth Assisted Living is nestled on an eight-acre wooded site in the heart of Richmond's West End, conveniently near the intersections of Gaskins Road, Three Chopt Road and Interstate 64-West....
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Newport News
1313 Photos available
7.5
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48 reviews
7.5
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48 reviews
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Charter is a very clean, nice facility. Nice cafeteria and food options. Nice rooms with French doors and garden view. Treated my Uncle very well. Yes would recommend. Clean, nice facility. Great food...
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.
Independence and Peace of Mind are important to us and encouraged by Morningside's features and services. Morningside's Levels of Care Program ensures that residents receive the care they need and pay only for the services they require. This allows residents to remain within the community as...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg
1515 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
7.2
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65 reviews
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65 reviews
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I really liked the staff. They can improve on taking time with the patient's appearance a little more. Making sure their hair is brushed every day.
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.
Say goodbye to lawn care, painting, and repair projects, and say hello to engaging activities and social opportunities, chef-prepared meals, scheduled transportation, home services and more.At Commonwealth of Williamsburg you can relax and enjoy living in an active adult community unlike any...
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Photo of Northern Neck Senior Care Community
3333 Photos available
3.0
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3 reviews
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We really like that the resident's care levels are lower so they are able to house more people and most of the staff members are really nice. They could have a few more nurses or aids over the weekends. The...
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.
In the heart of Warsaw, Northern Neck Senior Care Community, provides a full continuum of compassionate and excellent care.Formerly part of the Riverside Health System, under new ownership, the facility was infused with clinical and operational enhancements to take our care and service to the...
Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.0
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The care services get a 5 but only because Mom had wonderful care from Hospice of VA (3, if only facility staff). Many activities were offered but Mom did not participate in many. I think that more staff...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock was designed with seniors in mind and created to provide a comfortable but dignified style of living. Caring comes naturally to us, so that each resident has the assistance he or she needs or wants. Our specialized and newly remodeled MEMORY CARE UNIT...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House
1111 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
2.0
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38 reviews
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The experience has been very good and my loved one is happy here. My aunt is in memory care. They do a very good job. They care & are very professional. [name removed] is wonderful. She has made this...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House is located at 7657 Meredith Drive in Gloucester, Virginia. It is situated near the historic courthouse in downtown Gloucester, where residents can enjoy an assisted living community in a family like environment. The primary goal of Gloucester House...
Photo of Patriots Colony at Williamsburg, a CCRC
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Technically Patriots Colony has a Williamsburg address, but it is really out in the country. In order to live here, you have to be a former military officer or retired from the US State Department. Most of...
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.
Patriots Colony's Health Care services are open to the public for direct admission. In other words, there is no "career eligibility criteria" for assisted living, memory care or skilled nursing care as there is for independent living.All Patriots Colony residents have guaranteed priority access...
Photo of English Meadows Williamsburg Campus
1212 Photos available
1.0
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No better Place, wonderful place to for your dementia patients to reside. They have small one-on-one attention and staff, wonderful activities for cognitive care, personal care. A beautiful facility. Each...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
English Meadows Williamsburg Campus is dedicated to individuals with memory impairments, focusing on the dignity and well-being of residents through our signature programs that offer connection and engagement. We believe that those with memory impairments can continue to lead a rich, fulfilling...
Photo of Winthrop Manor
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Love Winthrop Manor! Compared to other places I have looked at Winthrop gets a 5 Star Rating! The Rooms are well appointed and the Staff is Professional and Friendly. Everyday things that I couldn't do...
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.
Winthrop Manor is an assisted living community in the historic city of Richmond, VA. Our community is located in a fully-renovated former elementary school that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Richmond is home to countless attractions, unique restaurants and inviting shops,...

Cost of memory care in Contra, VA

The average cost of senior living in Contra is $5,260 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,168 per month.

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

Contra, VA
$5,260/mo
$5,380/mo

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

Contra, VA
$5,260/mo
U.S. national average
$5,056/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,260/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,984/mo
Studio
$7,360/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,929/mo

Senior living costs in Contra 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: Contra, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeContra, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,260/mo$5,524/mo$5,056/mo
Assisted Living$5,138/mo$5,506/mo$4,784/mo
Independent Living$4,250/mo$4,678/mo$4,247/mo
Memory Care
Contra, VA:$5,260/mo
Virginia:$5,524/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Assisted Living
Contra, VA:$5,138/mo
Virginia:$5,506/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Independent Living
Contra, VA:$4,250/mo
Virginia:$4,678/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Memory care costs in Contra, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Contra 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.

Contra, VAVA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Contra, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Contra 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Contra, VA$7,060/mo$6,083/mo+16.1%
Virginia$6,906/mo$6,347/mo+8.8%
National$6,492/mo$6,159/mo+5.4%
Contra, VA
2024 average cost:$7,060/mo
2023 average cost:$6,083/mo
Percent change:+16.1%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,906/mo
2023 average cost:$6,347/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,492/mo
2023 average cost:$6,159/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Contra

Recent reviews for memory care in Contra

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

Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Individualized care and attention in memory care. Several reviews mention the importance of personalized care for loved ones with memory care needs. At Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond, for example, a resident thrived after her medication was adjusted, and the staff was caring and respectful towards her. At Commonwealth Senior Living at Farn ...
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Friendly and responsive staff communication. Families appreciated clear and effective communication from staff to keep them informed about their loved ones' care. At Morningside House of Spotsylvania, for instance, staff were quick to respond to family inquiries and made sure everyone felt at ease.
Engaging activities and socialization opportunities. A wide range of activities, from musical entertainment and movie nights to field trips and social hours, helped residents stay active and engaged. Families at Charter Senior Living of Newport News noted that their loved ones looked forward to these events and appreciated the variety.
Cleanliness and maintenance of living spaces. Reviews consistently emphasized the importance of cleanliness, with some commenting specifically on upkeep for both private rooms and common areas. For example, at The Crossroads at Bon Air, the community was praised for its clean appearance and attention to detail.
Flexible activity options for different levels of care. Facilities catered to the diverse needs of residents, offering activities tailored to each level of care. At Harmony on the Peninsula, the absence of a Director in the Memory Care Unit led to a lack of activity options, while at Spring Arbor Cottage of Salisbury, residents were pleased with ...
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Thoughtful transitions between memory care and other levels of care. Smooth transitions between memory care and other levels of care were essential for ensuring residents received the appropriate care as their needs changed. For instance, at The Barclay at Tuckahoe, residents were praised for handling the move from memory care to other levels of care with ease. ...
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Contra review score based on 448 family reviews

7.7
Review score94 facilities448 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 448 reviews of 94 Contra memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Contra 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

Contra review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Contra, VA94 facilities
7.8
Tappahannock, VA99 facilities
7.8
Warsaw, VA72 facilities

Review subcategories for Contra 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 448 reviews of 94 Contra memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Contra 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.
Contra, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.9
Friendliness
3.6
4.0
Care services
3.1
3.7
Staff
3.4
3.9
Meals & dining
3.0
3.6
Activities
3.0
3.5
Value for cost*
3.0
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Contra memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Contra memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Contra, 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 Contra 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 Contra that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Contra, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.3%
63.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.4%
47%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.5%
69.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.4%
28.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.9%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.3%
69.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Contra 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 Contra Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Contra, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.2%
71.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.3%
45.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66%
67.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.6%
26%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Contra 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 Contra partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Contra, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.4%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.7%
44.3%
No sugar
No sugar
57.4%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.2%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40.4%
21.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Contra 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 Contra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Contra, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.9%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.7%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
47.9%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.3%
22.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Contra 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 Contra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Contra, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
63.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.8%
32.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.6%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67%
52.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.9%
50.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.1%
59.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.2%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.6%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
63.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
44.7%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.8%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.6%
45.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Contra

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