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Memory care in Gills 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 Gills is about $4,879 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 84 communities, read 1635 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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4, only because the food isn't great and there was no real orientation for my mom; Introducing her to people.
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.
The Pemberton at University Park provides an independent living community to those interested in making Richmond, VA their home. This community offers a great place to live in a location that provides much to do and see. Richmond provides residents and guests with opportunities to visit the...
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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.
Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few of...
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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.
The ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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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
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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.
Fillmore Place is inner-city urban home which helps people that may be difficult to place due to diagnosis and financial resources. The facility specializes in the care of individuals with chronic mental health disabilities.  We are able to work with clients who have a diagnosis of...
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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.
Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees and...
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Photo of Helping Hands Adult Care Center of Petersburg
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
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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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We have been very pleased with everyone. They have been very accommodating to my aunts needs. We are just real pleased. I would recommend The Hermitage. The facility is very clean. The staff is very friendly...
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.
The Hermitage is an assisted living residence in historic Richmond, Virginia. It is conveniently located just off I-64 and is near Joseph Bryan Park. The Science Museum of Virginia is located a couple of miles to the south of The Hermitage. The residence sits on an expansive lawn with lilac...
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Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...
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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
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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
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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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Very personable facility. Vista Park Memory Care was very welcoming and the care has been excellent. I feel relieved to have finally found a loving facility for my friend. Vista Park has been a blessing.
Provides: Memory 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.
Vista Park Memory Care is an assisted living community located in Petersburg, Virginia, in Petersburg City County. A supportive environment in a beautiful setting, Vista Park Memory Care is an excellent place for you to make a new home. Petersburg is a peaceful city with friendly citizens and...
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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
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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.

Cost of memory care in Gills, VA

The average cost of senior living in Gills is $4,879 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,681 per month.

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

Gills, VA
$4,879/mo
$4,840/mo

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

Gills, VA
$4,879/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,879/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,765/mo
Studio
$5,781/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,231/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,512/mo

Senior living costs in Gills 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: Gills, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGills, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$4,879/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,747/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$3,959/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Gills, VA:$4,879/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Gills, VA:$4,747/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Gills, VA:$3,959/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Gills, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gills 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 location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gills, VA$6,556/mo$5,841/mo+12.2%
Virginia$6,857/mo$6,306/mo+8.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Gills, VA
2024 average cost:$6,556/mo
2023 average cost:$5,841/mo
Percent change:+12.2%
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 Gills

Recent reviews for memory care in Gills

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

The Westmont at Short Pump Community in Glen Allen, VA

4.9
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 were wrong. The nurses the evaluators really did a wonderful job.

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

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I have recommended it to a few!I looked at 6 different places for my dad. When I walked into Spring Arbor, I was greeted by staff who were happy and pleasant. Two staff members met in the hall to have a chat about whether a patient had actually bathed or not, left her info private but respected ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Consistent and effective communication with families. Many reviews commend the clear and frequent communication between families and community staff. At Discovery Village at the West End, the director of mental health is praised for her proactive approach to updating families on their loved ones' care. At The Berkeley at Short Pump, the care te ...
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Customized activities for memory care residents. Activity offerings cater to the unique interests and abilities of memory care residents. For instance, at The Pearl at Watkins Centre, the staff accommodates residents' varying capabilities, providing activities that engage and stimulate their minds. At Spring Arbor Cottage of Salisbury, mus ...
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Dedicated and caring staff. Residents and families express appreciation for the compassionate care provided by staff members. At Ginter Hall Assisted Living and Memory Care, the kindness and attentiveness of the staff stands out, making the transition to assisted living smooth and comforting. At The Westmont at Short Pu ...
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Secure and engaging outdoor spaces. Several communities feature safe and welcoming outdoor areas that allow residents to enjoy fresh air and nature. These spaces contribute to residents' overall well-being, as noted at Bellgrade Estates Senior Living, where the secured garden area is a favorite among residents. At The Pearl at ...
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Individually tailored care plans. Personalized care plans cater to each resident's unique needs, ensuring they receive the right level of support to thrive. At The Estates at West End, the knowledgeable staff creates individualized care plans that address each resident's specific requirements. At Spring Arbor Cottage of Salis ...
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Restorative and engaging therapies. Therapies designed to improve residents' physical and cognitive abilities are offered at various communities, allowing them to maintain their independence and overall health. At The Estates at West End, memory care and therapy programs help residents regain mobility and vitality, while at Hom ...
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Gills review score based on 278 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 278 reviews of 70 Gills memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gills 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

Gills review score compared against nearby cities

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Gills, VA70 facilities
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Burkeville, VA83 facilities
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Crewe, VA84 facilities

Review subcategories for Gills 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 278 reviews of 70 Gills memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gills 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.
Gills, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
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3.8
Activities
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3.7
Value for cost*
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3.8
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Gills memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gills memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gills, 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 Gills 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 Gills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gills, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.6%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Gills 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 Gills Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gills, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.1%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gills 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 Gills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gills, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
45.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.9%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gills 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 Gills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gills, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gills 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 Gills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.9%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.9%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
32.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.7%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Gills

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