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Memory care in Hanover County 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 Hanover County is about $5,425 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 286 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Sancerre Atlee Station
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11 Floor plan available
8.7
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean, everyone is very nice, enough activities to keep you as busy as you want to be.
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.
Sancerre Atlee Station is a vibrant and modern senior living community in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Our community will offer 103 accommodations for assisted living and memory care residents, specifically designed to meet their unique needs.At Sancerre Atlee Station, we understand the importance...
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Photo of Hanover Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.5
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Caring and respectful staff. Small size. Lots of effort put in to involve the Ashland community. Yes, we would recommend Hanover Manor Assisted Living to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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Photo of The Westmont at Short Pump Community
1414 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.0
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171 reviews
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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 Sunrise of Richmond
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44 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.9
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78 reviews
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Each category gets a 5. We are so happy we connected with A Place for Mom. It helped us in connecting with places to visit and to find the best place for our love one. Everyone was and is so helpful,...
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 Estates at West End
1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.3
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68 reviews
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The administrative team is very responsive to the families of its residents, patiently explaining any and all changes that impact residents. The patient care teams are remarkably attentive to the residents,...
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.
With five levels of care to better match the services our residents need, our community also offers a special memory impairment neighborhood called the Gardens. We offer Five Star service delivered in a family-like atmosphere, setting us apart from other providers. For more than seven years, we...
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Photo of Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond
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8.0
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We had a wonderful experience however with her new care location, Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond. Overall we gave a 4 they went through TWO management transitions while Mom was there. 5 for care, possibly...
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.
We designed our Cottage Care program around the belief that everyone has the right and the capacity to live and love while discovering enjoyment in each day – regardless of abilities that have been lost to dementia.The result is a wonderful blend of security and comfort. For example, although all...
Photo of Elizabeth House Assisted Living
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Although it is a self pay facility, we love the fact that the rate is flat and never changes from $[removed] per month. The facility itself is wonderful. They serve 3 meals a day in the cafeteria, or you can...
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 decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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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.
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...
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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
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.
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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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
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Hanover County, VA

The average cost of senior living in Hanover County is $5,425 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,168 per month.

Memory care costs in Hanover County, VA, vs. nearby counties

Hanover County, VA
$5,425/mo
$5,425/mo
$5,356/mo

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

Hanover County, VA
$5,425/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,425/mo

Memory care costs in Hanover County, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,915/mo
Studio
$5,903/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,521/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,925/mo

Senior living costs in Hanover County 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: Hanover County, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHanover County, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,425/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$5,193/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,193/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Hanover County, VA:$5,425/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Hanover County, VA:$5,193/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Hanover County, VA:$4,193/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Hanover County, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Hanover County 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
Hanover County, VA$6,225/mo$5,417/mo+14.9%
Virginia$5,789/mo$5,733/mo+1.0%
National$5,794/mo$5,494/mo+5.5%
Hanover County, VA
2024 average cost:$6,225/mo
2023 average cost:$5,417/mo
Percent change:+14.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,789/mo
2023 average cost:$5,733/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,794/mo
2023 average cost:$5,494/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Hanover County

Recent reviews for memory care in Hanover County

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

5.0
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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Hanover County review score based on 47 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 9 Hanover County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hanover County 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

Hanover County review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Hanover County, VA9 facilities
7.5
Ashland, VA7 facilities
7.8
Innsbrook, VA42 facilities

Review subcategories for Hanover County 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 47 reviews of 9 Hanover County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Hanover County 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.
Hanover County, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Hanover County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hanover County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hanover County, 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 Hanover County 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 Hanover County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hanover County, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
88.9%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
88.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
55.6%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
88.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
88.9%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hanover County 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 Hanover County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hanover County, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
88.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hanover County 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 Hanover County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hanover County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
55.6%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Hanover County 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 Hanover County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hanover County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hanover County 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 Hanover County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hanover County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Hanover County

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Sancerre Atlee Station, Hanover Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care and The Westmont at Short Pump Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Hanover County, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 10 memory care facilities near Hanover County, Virginia. See the full list.
The 10 memory care facilities near you in Hanover County, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Hanover County, Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Hanover County, Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Hanover County, Virginia ranges from $1048 to $56000. The average Memory Care cost in Hanover County, Virginia is $5,425. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Hanover County, Virginia typically starts at $1048. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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