About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Kelso Mill, VA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

Memory care in Kelso Mill 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 Kelso Mill is about $4,512 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 55 communities, read 841 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Roanoke, Lynchburg and Bedford.

Kelso Mill Memory Care Facilities | 841 Reviews

Showing 42 communities
Last Updated: 12/5/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of English Meadows Blacksburg Campus
1010 Photos available
1.0
Review score
4 reviews
1.0
Review score
4 reviews
5 star
25%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
75%
See all reviews
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.
English Meadows Blacksburg Campus is an assisted living and memory care community located in Blacksburg, Montgomery County, Virginia. Home to Virginia Tech, Blacksburg has been named by Southern Living as one of the South's best college towns, largely due to its outstanding economy and high...
Photo of Bethel Ridge Assisted Living
55 Photos available
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.
A VERY WARM AND INVITING PLACE TO LIVE"Our home will respect your past and assist you in your daily living with a community of professionals that you can rely on and trust.Our staff of certified aides and nurses is caring, compassionate and trained to assist residents with their daily needs just...
Photo of Cave Creek Residential Care
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.
Photo of The Fields of Heritage Green
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I would tell others that the individual living spaces/units do not have the ability to control the room temperature. You have to be ok with it being either too hot or too cold. My loved one is also on a...
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.
Photo of Valley View Retirement Cmnty
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.
Photo of Hollins Manor
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
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.
5 star
25%
4 star
37%
3 star
25%
2 star
13%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I have no complaints about the experience my parents are having so far at this community. They have made a smooth transition with the help of all of the staff members and residents. I am impressed with the...
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.
This beautiful 1916 Georgian mansion provides the entry point for the gracious amenities of Hermitage Roanoke. Opened in 1964 as a retirement home, the community has grown to include 22 two bedroom Independent Living apartments, 52 Assisted Living studio, one and two bedroom apartments, and a 14...
Photo of Magnolia Ridge Residential
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
5 star
17%
4 star
66%
3 star
0%
2 star
17%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My Dad was first in Salem Terrace with Lewy Body dementia. My Mom was trying to keep the house but once she found out she had several TIAs she immediately decided that Salem Terrace was going to be new home....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
With commanding stunning vistas of the vibrant City of Salem and the mountains beyond, Salem Terrace at Harrogate is designed in a tradition reminiscent of a grand hotel or resort.At Salem Terrace at Harrogate, we offer a choice of floor plans and four levels of personal assistance, depending...
5 star
50%
4 star
25%
3 star
25%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I need a community that gave a country homestead feeling and this community provided me with what I needed. The community is beautiful looks like a southern type mansion big pillars outside the entrance 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.
Havenwood is an assisted living community in the serene campus town of Lexington, Virginia. Our beautiful community is located close to the misty Blue Ridge Mountains and family farms of Lexington. It is a joy to live in an area full of natural beauty, such as the limestone wonder, the Natural...
5 star
67%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
33%
See all reviews
The staff is very professional and they are very good about updating us when any changes occur. I live in another area and I appreciate that their follow-up is so prompt. It's an excellent facility and I am...
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.
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.
5 star
50%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
On Most days, the residents are sitting, staring and sleeping between meals(BTW- too many sandwiches) The residents would benefit from best practices in mental, social, physical and spiritual activities....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Babcock Manor, Inc.
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.
Photo of Kings Grant Retirement
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Kelso Mill, VA

The average cost of senior living in Kelso Mill is $4,512 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Iron Gate, VA with an average of $3,084 per month.

Memory care costs in Kelso Mill, VA, vs. nearby cities

Kelso Mill, VA
$4,512/mo
$4,483/mo
$4,432/mo

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

Kelso Mill, VA
$4,512/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,512/mo

Memory care costs in Kelso Mill, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,247/mo
Studio
$5,457/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,734/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,673/mo

Senior living costs in Kelso Mill 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: Kelso Mill, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKelso Mill, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$4,512/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,512/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$3,804/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Kelso Mill, VA:$4,512/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Kelso Mill, VA:$4,512/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Kelso Mill, VA:$3,804/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Memory care costs in Kelso Mill, VA, over time

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

Kelso Mill, VAVA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Kelso Mill, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Kelso Mill 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
Kelso Mill, VA$5,974/mo$5,473/mo+9.2%
Virginia$6,857/mo$6,306/mo+8.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Kelso Mill, VA
2024 average cost:$5,974/mo
2023 average cost:$5,473/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
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%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Kelso Mill

Recent reviews for memory care in Kelso Mill

The Fields of Heritage Green in Lynchburg, VA

4.8
My Mom moved into Heritage Green Assisted Living in January, 2019 and has been very satisfied there. I have been very impressed with the staff and how they care for the residents. There is always some type of activity going on that Mom can participate in to keep herself occupied. The facility is ...
Read more

TerraBella Salem

3.1
We chose Brookdale because my sister and her son visited a few places and they liked this one the best. The room sizes here seemed adequate. The food was better when it was served in the dining area, once COVID started the food was not as good when it was served in the room. Their billing was ...
Read more

TerraBella Pheasant Ridge in Roanoke, VA

5.0
TerraBella Pheasant Ridge was fantastic the whole time that my loved one was a resident there. The staff was fantastic and went out of their way to take care of my loved one. The pricing was some of the best in the valley and we checked everybody. The housekeeping was great. The move in and out ...
Read more

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Effective communication between families and staff. Several reviews mention the importance of clear communication between families and the staff at the community. At Runk and Pratt of Forest, staff members promptly responded to a resident's fall and kept the family updated on their loved one's hospital visit. At Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life a ...
Read more
Thoughtful and attentive care for residents. Residents and their families praise the caring nature of the staff at various communities. At Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge, staff members made adjustments to ensure a resident's safety and comfort, such as providing a door lock and responding to concerns in a timely manner. A ...
Read more
Engaging activities for residents. Communities offer a variety of entertaining and mentally stimulating activities for residents. At Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge, the activity program keeps residents active and engaged, with outings, cooking classes, and national day celebrations. At Brookdale Roanoke, the m ...
Read more
Quality food and dining experiences. Food stands out as an essential factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Runk and Pratt of Forest, the food is described as good and well balanced, while at Brookdale Roanoke, the facility offers a variety of options to cater to individual preferences.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, with some commenting specifically on the pristine bathrooms and renovated common areas. At Runk and Pratt of Forest, the staff keep the building clean and the residents' rooms tidy.
Dedicated and patient staff. Staff members are described as being patient, understanding, and knowledgeable in dealing with residents, especially those with memory care needs. At The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care, some residents had difficulty with communication, but the staff took the time to listen and res ...
Read more
AI generated from the text of family reviews

Kelso Mill review score based on 166 family reviews

7.6
Review score42 facilities166 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 166 reviews of 42 Kelso Mill memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kelso Mill 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

Kelso Mill review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Kelso Mill, VA42 facilities
7.6
Bedford, VA56 facilities
7.8
Buchanan, VA10 facilities

Review subcategories for Kelso Mill 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 166 reviews of 42 Kelso Mill memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Kelso Mill 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.
Kelso Mill, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
4.1
Friendliness
3.6
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.9
Staff
3.5
4.1
Meals & dining
3.1
3.8
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.1
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Kelso Mill memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kelso Mill memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kelso Mill, 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 Kelso Mill 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 Kelso Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kelso Mill, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.8%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.6%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
69.2%
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 Kelso Mill 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 Kelso Mill Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kelso Mill, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31%
25.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kelso Mill 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 Kelso Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kelso Mill, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
59.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.2%
20.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Kelso Mill 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 Kelso Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kelso Mill, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
22.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Kelso Mill 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 Kelso Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kelso Mill, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.5%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Kelso Mill

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 Kelso Mill protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top