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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Machipongo, VA

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Memory care in Machipongo 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 Machipongo is about $5,109 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 84 communities, read 2122 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.
Carebridge Assisted Living Community provides accommodations on both a long term and respite care basis. Daily housekeeping, meal service, social programs and smiling faces are all part of assisted living at Carebridge. The people of Carebridge are skilled in providing personalized care to our...
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Cost of memory care in Machipongo, VA

The average cost of senior living in Machipongo is $5,109 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hampton, VA with an average of $4,823 per month.

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

Machipongo, VA
$5,109/mo
$4,939/mo

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

Machipongo, VA
$5,109/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,109/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,491/mo
Studio
$5,843/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,927/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,658/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,995/mo

Senior living costs in Machipongo 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: Machipongo, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMachipongo, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,109/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$5,064/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,362/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Machipongo, VA:$5,109/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Machipongo, VA:$5,064/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Machipongo, VA:$4,362/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Machipongo, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Machipongo 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
Machipongo, VA$6,269/mo$5,848/mo+7.2%
Virginia$6,857/mo$6,306/mo+8.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Machipongo, VA
2024 average cost:$6,269/mo
2023 average cost:$5,848/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
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 Machipongo

Recent reviews for memory care in Machipongo

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
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Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

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

Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock

5.0
Before I retired seven years ago, I was in healthcare administration in the Kilmarnock community, and Commonwealth has always had a good reputation. I did look into several agencies, and came in to take the tour at Commonwealth and liked what I saw. It was very clean, and there was a home ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and patient staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and patience of the staff towards residents, particularly those with challenging behaviors. At Brookdale Virginia Beach, the staff were praised for their understanding and accommodating nature, even when caring for residents with dementia or other complex n ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Activities were a highlight in various reviews, with residents participating in a range of social events and outings. At Charter Senior Living of Newport News, residents enjoyed activities like 'take a cruise' weeks, bingo sessions, and museum visits.
Thorough communication with families. Families appreciated clear and consistent communication from staff, allowing them to stay informed about their loved ones' care. At Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg, the staff were praised for their responsiveness and openness to answering questions and addressing concerns.
Well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep were common themes in the reviews, with several residents and families noting the attention given to both private rooms and communal areas. For example, at Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House, the community was described as 'the best smelling community I have ...
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Accommodating to individual needs. Several reviews highlighted the individualized care provided to residents, including adjustments for dietary restrictions and accommodating various care needs. At Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg, residents were able to request meals tailored to their preferences.
Supportive environment for memory care residents. Memory care residents and their families expressed appreciation for the attention and care given to those with memory loss. At Harmony on the Peninsula, some residents' families noted improvements after a change in management and the implementation of more engaging activities.
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Machipongo review score based on 401 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 401 reviews of 76 Machipongo memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Machipongo 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

Machipongo review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Machipongo, VA76 facilities
7.9
Eastville, VA94 facilities
8.1
Nassawadox, VA61 facilities

Review subcategories for Machipongo 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 401 reviews of 76 Machipongo memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Machipongo 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.
Machipongo, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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Machipongo memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Machipongo memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Machipongo, 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 Machipongo 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 Machipongo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Machipongo, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.1%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Machipongo 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 Machipongo Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Machipongo, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.1%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Machipongo 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 Machipongo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Machipongo, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.9%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Machipongo 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 Machipongo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Machipongo, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.3%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
43.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.6%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Machipongo 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 Machipongo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Machipongo, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60.5%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
59.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
47.4%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Machipongo

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