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 2026 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 2026 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 2026 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 Awards
Add Review
(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
Senior Living Home

10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Rockaway, VA

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

Memory care in Rockaway 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 Rockaway is about $7,406 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 93 communities, read 2234 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Charlottesville, Barboursville and Blue Ridge Shores.

Rockaway Memory Care Facilities | 2234 Reviews

Showing 93 communities
Last Updated: 9/29/26
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
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.
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...
5 star
50%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
25%
See all reviews
My father has been doing good in this community. The staff does a great job encouraging him to participate in activities in a level of comfort. This community provides a very safe place for him and everyone...
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.
The Stuarts Draft Retirement Community and Christian Homes is nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and George Washington Forest and surrounded by breathtaking mountain vistas, farm land, and country life yet only 5 minutes from medical offices and shopping facilities. The Retirement...
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.
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...
Photo of Shenandoah Assisted Living Community
66 Photos available
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.
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...
Photo of Alpha House
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.
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...
Photo of The Culpeper
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
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...
Photo of Chestnut Grove
3.0
Review score
8 reviews
3.0
Review score
8 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
13%
3 star
25%
2 star
13%
1 star
13%
See all reviews
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...
Photo of Traway Home
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 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 Hall's Care Homes
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
Photo of The Parkwood
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.
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,...
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.
See details
Photo of Hermitage Richmond
5 star
40%
4 star
40%
3 star
20%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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
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.
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...
Photo of Virginia Home
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 Ritenour Rest Home
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.
Photo of DLM Palace Rest Home
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 Humphrey's Retirement Home
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 Hawkins 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.

Cost of memory care in Rockaway, VA

The average cost of senior living in Rockaway is $7,406 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Appomattox, VA with an average of $5,974 per month.

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

Rockaway, VA
$7,406/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,406/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,210/mo
Studio
$7,461/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,268/mo

Senior living costs in Rockaway 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: Rockaway, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRockaway, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$7,406/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,353/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,616/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Rockaway, VA:$7,406/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Rockaway, VA:$6,353/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Rockaway, VA:$4,616/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/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 Rockaway, VA, over time

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

Rockaway, VAVA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Rockaway, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Rockaway 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 average 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
Rockaway, VA$6,767/mo$6,555/mo+3.2%
Virginia$6,919/mo$6,516/mo+6.2%
National$6,648/mo$6,334/mo+4.9%
Rockaway, VA
2024 average cost:$6,767/mo
2023 average cost:$6,555/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,919/mo
2023 average cost:$6,516/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,648/mo
2023 average cost:$6,334/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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 Rockaway

Recent reviews for memory care in Rockaway

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.

Stuarts Draft Retirement Community

5.0
I became concerned about my 87 year old mother when she began to experience symptoms of weakness which contributed to an inability to do many personal care tasks she needed to perform. She suggested it was time we looked into assisted living facilities. I contacted A Place for Mom and they gave ...
Read more

Rockaway review score based on 372 family reviews

8.1
Review score93 facilities372 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 372 reviews of 93 Rockaway memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rockaway 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

Rockaway review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Rockaway, VA93 facilities
8.1
Rivanna, VA65 facilities
8.3
Scottsville, VA15 facilities

Review subcategories for Rockaway 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 372 reviews of 93 Rockaway memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Rockaway 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.
Rockaway, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.0
3.7
Friendliness
3.1
3.8
Care services
2.8
3.5
Staff
3.0
3.6
Meals & dining
2.6
3.3
Activities
2.7
3.3
Value for cost*
2.7
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Rockaway memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rockaway memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rockaway, 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 Rockaway 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 Rockaway that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rockaway, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.2%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.9%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.3%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.1%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.3%
69.6%
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 Rockaway 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 Rockaway Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rockaway, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.1%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.2%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.8%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.6%
26.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rockaway 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 Rockaway partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rockaway, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.3%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.6%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
55.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.8%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34%
22.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Rockaway 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 Rockaway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rockaway, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.7%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
39.4%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.3%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Rockaway 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 Rockaway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rockaway, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
67%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.1%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.1%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.6%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.9%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
37.2%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.3%
46.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Rockaway

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts Richmond, A Memory Care Community, The Barrington at Hioaks and The Estates at West End are the top-rated memory care facilities near Rockaway, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 93 memory care facilities near Rockaway, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Rockaway, Virginia is Arden Courts Richmond, A Memory Care Community. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 93 memory care facilities near you in Rockaway, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, Virginia ranges from $$5,585 to $$13,467. The average Memory Care cost in Rockaway, Virginia is $7,406. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Rockaway, Virginia typically starts at $$5,585. 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.
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