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Memory care in Ruff 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 Ruff is about $4,863 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 102 communities, read 2324 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The community has been in the area for a very long time. The aesthetics don't have the newer decorations like new communities, and it is a little bit on the older side for decor. I believe they should have...
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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.
If you are seeking a senior living community in Virginia Beach, Virginia to provide exceptional care and individualized attention to your loved one then look no further than Our Lady of Perpetual Help. We are sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and committed to extensive assisted...
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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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Colonial Home is a quaint 32 bed home located in the Deep Creek section of Chesapeake.  We serve a private pay resident in a home environment.  Colonial Home serves both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents and offers a full range of care, including rehabilitation services, home health care...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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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My mother in law loves living at Chesapeake Cove. The staff are wonderful. The caregivers are local, friendly, helpful and she does not go without. The community is clean and well maintained. She likes the...
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If you enjoy independence and the freshness and beauty of the outdoors, then you will love Chesapeake Cove in Crisfield, MD. Nestled on the Delmarva Peninsula, the community provides gorgeous and relaxing views of the bay, which inspires residents to kick back and relax. The neighborhood...
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Tabernacle Gardens Assisted Living provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community to live in. Located in Suffolk, VA, this community provides its residents with a beautiful place to live. Those who choose to make this community their home will find that Suffolk is a great place to live -...
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Great place for my mother. She has a room to herself filled with her things. Staff is attentive and very pleasant. Mom is active and has made new friends with other residents. I'm grateful for Nans Pointe.
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Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
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Whitehurst ManorWhitehurst Manor offers a great assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Chesapeake, VA their home. The city of Chesapeake offers beautiful parks and outdoor space, with opportunities for hiking or just enjoying the weather. The city also offers many museums...
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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.
Lav'm Adult Residence Lav'm Adult Residence is an assisted living community located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The community is located in a mostly residential area with a few businesses, which creates a quiet, home-like setting for the community's residents without sacrificing nearby conveniences....

Cost of memory care in Ruff, VA

The average cost of senior living in Ruff is $4,863 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smithfield, VA with an average of $4,598 per month.

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

Ruff, VA
$4,863/mo
$4,957/mo

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

Ruff, VA
$4,863/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,863/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,418/mo
Studio
$5,788/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,893/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,664/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,995/mo

Senior living costs in Ruff 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: Ruff, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRuff, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$4,863/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,830/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,609/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Ruff, VA:$4,863/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Ruff, VA:$4,830/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Ruff, VA:$4,609/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Ruff, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Ruff 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
Ruff, VA$6,060/mo$5,589/mo+8.4%
Virginia$6,857/mo$6,306/mo+8.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Ruff, VA
2024 average cost:$6,060/mo
2023 average cost:$5,589/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,857/mo
2023 average cost:$6,306/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
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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 Ruff

Recent reviews for memory care in Ruff

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 understanding staff. Residents and families consistently praise the kind and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Commonwealth Senior Living at King's Grant House, the staff members are described as quick to respond and having open lines of communication with families. At Commonwealt ...
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Engaging activities for memory care residents. Activities are a key component of memory care facilities, providing residents with opportunities for socialization and mental stimulation. At Charter Senior Living of Newport News, residents enjoy a variety of activities, including field trips, social hours, and bingo. At Harmony on the Penin ...
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Thorough communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is essential for peace of mind and ensuring proper care. At Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake, the staff regularly updates families on their loved ones' activities and care plans. At Commonwealth Senior Living at King's Grant House, ...
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Personalized care plans for individual residents. Customized care plans cater to each resident's unique needs and preferences. At Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine, the staff got to know Dad personally and ensured his care wishes were met. At Harmony at Harbour View, staff went above and beyond to accommodate Mom's aggressive beh ...
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Welcoming and clean living spaces. A warm and inviting atmosphere is essential for residents' overall well-being. At Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg, the facility is described as having a family like setting, with a clean and well-lit environment. At The Hidenwood Community, the community is praised for its cleanli ...
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Access to quality meals and dining experiences. Quality meals are a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their living situation. At Brookdale Virginia Beach, loved ones enjoy excellent food, and at Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake, staff accommodate individual dietary restrictions and preferences. Meals are a source of joy and nouri ...
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Ruff review score based on 437 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 437 reviews of 94 Ruff memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ruff 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

Ruff review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Ruff, VA94 facilities
7.3
White Stone, VA48 facilities
7.3
Irvington, VA48 facilities

Review subcategories for Ruff 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 437 reviews of 94 Ruff memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ruff 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.
Ruff, 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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Ruff memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ruff memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ruff, 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 Ruff 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 Ruff that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
68.1%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.1%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.4%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ruff 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 Ruff Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ruff, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ruff 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 Ruff partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ruff, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.4%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
52.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ruff 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 Ruff communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ruff, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.3%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
42.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.7%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ruff 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 Ruff offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ruff, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.5%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.8%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.9%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
42.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Ruff

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