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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Whittles, VA

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Memory care in Whittles 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 Whittles is about $6,425 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 67 communities, read 1035 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Danville, Nathalie and Pleasant Gap.

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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
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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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Cost of memory care in Whittles, VA

The average cost of senior living in Whittles is $6,425 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Altavista, VA with an average of $5,974 per month.

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

Whittles, VA
$6,425/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,425/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,786/mo
Studio
$7,451/mo

Senior living costs in Whittles 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: Whittles, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhittles, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$6,425/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,151/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,691/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Whittles, VA:$6,425/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Whittles, VA:$5,151/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Whittles, VA:$3,691/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Whittles, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Whittles 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
Whittles, VA$6,489/mo$6,543/mo-0.8%
Virginia$6,021/mo$5,752/mo+4.7%
National$5,913/mo$5,592/mo+5.7%
Whittles, VA
2024 average cost:$6,489/mo
2023 average cost:$6,543/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,021/mo
2023 average cost:$5,752/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,913/mo
2023 average cost:$5,592/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Whittles

Recent reviews for memory care in Whittles

The Canterbury House in Roxboro, NC

5.0
We chose Canterbury House because it is very close to our home so it makes it convenient. The staff is really friendly and very helpful. The appearance of the community is just very warm and welcoming. When we visited the community everyone was very welcoming and extremely friendly. We are very ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston

5.0
I am very satisfied with Commonwealth Assisted Living at South Boston. Based on the times we have been there visiting everything has been wonderful at this facility. Mom has dementia and she is very young but at this facility she is really engaging in the activities. At this point I would say ...
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Friendship Salem Terrace

4.1
My mom and dad needed separate living, as Dad is incontinent and has increasing dementia, and Mom was not physically able to see to his needs 24/7, as required. This was the best fit for them. The rent for a small apartment and a memory care room is very high, however, almost double the cost ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews for The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care, Brookdale Reidsville, and Runk and Pratt of Forest mention the friendliness and kindness of the staff towards residents and family members alike. The staff's attentiveness and open communication create a welcoming environ ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Reviews for Runk and Pratt of Forest, Caswell House, and The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care highlight the importance of activities in keeping residents active and engaged. Activities like cooking classes, outings, and national days bring joy and stimulate the minds of resident ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families appreciate the open and frequent communication from staff at The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care, Brookdale Reidsville, and Brookdale Roanoke. Staff members keep families updated on their loved ones' well-being and involve them in care decisions.
Individualized care for residents' needs. Community staff at TerraBella Salem, Carriage Hill Retirement, and Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge adapt to residents' unique needs, making adjustments to ensure their care is tailored and effective. This attentiveness creates a sense of comfort and familiarity for residents ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Residents at Heritage Green Lynchburg, Brookdale Reidsville, and Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, with particular attention paid to the private rooms and common areas.
Quality and variety in meals and dining experiences. Reviews for Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge, Brookdale Roanoke, and TerraBella Pheasant Ridge emphasize the importance of nutritious and appealing meals in residents' satisfaction with their communities. The flexibility and accommodations made by chefs cater to individual pr ...
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Whittles review score based on 217 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 217 reviews of 52 Whittles memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Whittles 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

Whittles review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Whittles, VA52 facilities
8.2
South Boston, VA0 facilities
7.9
Gretna, VA68 facilities

Review subcategories for Whittles 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 217 reviews of 52 Whittles memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Whittles 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.
Whittles, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
2.8
3.8
Friendliness
2.8
3.9
Care services
2.6
3.6
Staff
2.7
3.8
Meals & dining
2.4
3.5
Activities
2.5
3.4
Value for cost*
2.5
3.5
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Whittles memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whittles memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whittles, 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 Whittles 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 Whittles that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Whittles, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.2%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.7%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.4%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.1%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.2%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.1%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.5%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Whittles 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 Whittles Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Whittles, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.3%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.5%
45.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.7%
67.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Whittles 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 Whittles partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whittles, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.1%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.7%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
55.8%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.9%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.7%
22.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Whittles 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 Whittles communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whittles, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.3%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
36.5%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whittles 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 Whittles offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whittles, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.1%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.6%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
50.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
59.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.8%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
48.1%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.8%
46%
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State regulations for memory care in Whittles

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