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Memory care in Island Ford 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 Island Ford is about $4,830 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 73 communities, read 643 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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.
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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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.
St Luke's is a small family business and not corporate own. This gives us the opportunity to provide more for our residents. Being a small facility in a small town gives a home-like feeling. And problems or concerns go right to the administrators/owners. We try to maintain a low staff to resident...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Shenandoah Assisted living is in the heart of Teaverton a residential neighborhood in Fishersville Virginia. Shenandoah's Assisted living was added onto our Skilled Rehab and Nursing home in 2005 with 24 Private rooms. The original building was built in 1992. The Assisted Living has a private...
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.
Thank you for taking the time to acquaint yourself with Living Waters Assisted Living, Fishersville, Va.  Living Waters offers personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, thoughtfully designed, safe and secure setting - the perfect choice...
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My loved ones moved here after living in a community that was not so great, and this has been a major improvement. They have been very happy with the activities and the food so far. There are many open...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Ruxton Health of Staunton is a 189-bed dually certified healthcare facility. In addition to being a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center, Ruxton offers assisted living services, specialized Alzheimer’s services, Rehabilitation Services and a wide range of services and amenities. Our...
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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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Not quite 5 stars but very good. Very nice salt water pool and gym. Many places have beautiful views. Well maintained facility. For the most part great staff. There are a few that should be removed. ...
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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.
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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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.
Personal care staff on duty 24 hours a day, offering general supervision as well as personal assistance with bathing, dressing, and mobility. Professional administration of medications. Professional administration of medications Wellness program developed through consultations with resident,...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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.
A welcoming atmosphere fills the hallways, dining room, and other areas as residents of Culpeper Baptist Retirement Community enjoy numerous programs and offerings that cater to their individual wellness, social, intellectual and spiritual needs.  Residents enjoy living in comfortable...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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We're very happy with how things are going with Dutch Haven! It's a wonderful place with a caring and interactive staff. The facility itself, is inviting and clean, and they take excellent care of all of...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Dutch Haven Adult Home is an assisted living facility that is located in Maurertown, Virginia, which is within the beautiful boundaries of the Shenandoah Valley and is near Winchester, VA. We are proud to specialize in the care and well-being of our residentÆs that are diagnosed with dementia...
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Wonderful, caring staff. The building is a bit dated, but the staff and administration know what they're doing for my father.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Front Royal is located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  It is a single level facility with four 'wings' that surround an outside flower-filled courtyard.  Residents are encouraged to enjoy the sunshine and participate in outdoor activities...

Cost of memory care in Island Ford, VA

The average cost of senior living in Island Ford is $4,830 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Market, VA with an average of $3,847 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Island Ford, VA vs. nearby cities

Island Ford, VA
$4,834/mo
$5,034/mo
$4,929/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Island Ford, VA vs. the state and national average

Island Ford, VA
$4,834/mo
U.S. national average
$4,985/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Island Ford vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,834/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Island Ford, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,779/mo
Studio
$5,871/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,231/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,919/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,550/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Island Ford over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Island Ford

Recent reviews for memory care in Island Ford

The Heritage Inn in Charlottesville, VA

4.0
My loved one is doing well here at this community. From what I've heard she is doing well. They are taking good care of her and her needs. The community looked nice and well maintained. They have a good staff, they have been good to work with. So far everything is working out well. It is a nice ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville

5.0
They genuinely care, and they've proved it. During the Covid outbreak when my mom was there, I watched the administrators work excessive hours to fill in the holes and to also help out their staff. The facility itself is good, and there is plenty of room for the residents to move around. The ...
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The Blake at Charlottesville

5.0
My mom is currently a resident at The Blake at Charlottesville. The staff is very very helpful. The communication with the family is great. The move in process was good. The meals are good. The place is awesome! I have no complaints or concerns for the care of my mom. I would recommend The ...
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Island Ford review score based on 178 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 178 reviews of 66 Island Ford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Island Ford 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

Island Ford review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Island Ford, VA66 facilities
9.0
Elkton, VA9 facilities
8.8
Grottoes, VA21 facilities

Review subcategories for Island Ford 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 178 reviews of 66 Island Ford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Island Ford 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.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Island Ford memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Island Ford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Island Ford, 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 Island Ford 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 Island Ford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Island Ford, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.6%
65.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.5%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.1%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.2%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
72.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Island Ford 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 Island Ford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Island Ford, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.9%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Island Ford 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 Island Ford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Island Ford, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
43.9%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.8%
49.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.2%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Island Ford 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 Island Ford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Island Ford, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.8%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.4%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Island Ford 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 Island Ford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Island Ford, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.6%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
33.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.1%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.1%
51.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.8%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.9%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
53%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
21.2%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.4%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Morningside of Charlottesville, The Colonnades and The Maynard are the top-rated memory care facilities near Island Ford, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 73 memory care facilities near Island Ford, Virginia. See the full list.

The 73 memory care facilities near you in Island Ford, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Island Ford, 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 Island Ford, 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 Island Ford, Virginia ranges from $1200 to $13072. The average Memory Care cost in Island Ford, Virginia is $4,830. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Island Ford, Virginia typically starts at $1200. 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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