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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...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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This is a relaxing, caring and very clean facility. There is freedom to walk outside and it has a farm like setting. I would highly recommend The Havens.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
The Haven at Sandy Valley is a senior care home in Mechanicsville, VA in Hanover County. With a strong historical tie the Civil War, Mechanicsville is a great place to live or visit. Take advantage of National Battlefield Park and learn more about the battle of Cold Harbor or visit one of many...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
The Haven at Dijon is a residential care home for seniors in Mechanicsville, VA, part of Hanover County. Mechanicsville offers a little of something for everyone, with many Civil War memorials and parks, art galleries and antique shops. It is also a quick 15 minute drive to Richmond, the capital...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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The people here at The Haven really seemed to care about our situation and problems. They worked with me to find a solution and a "fit" for Iris. The personel have a seemingly tough job, but they are great...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
The Haven at Cold Harbor is a senior care home in Mechanicsville, Virginia, which is part of Hanover County, and located just outside of Richmond. Mechanicsville is a beautiful place, with many natural locations to enjoy including Beaver Dam Creek, Cold Harbor and the historically significant...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
The Haven at Lakeway is a residential care home for seniors in Mechanicsville, VA, part of Hanover County. Mechanicsville is rich with Civil War history. You can visit the National Battlefield Park to learn about many battles that occurred in the area and the soldiers who fought them. Or drive 15...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
The Haven at Studley in Mechanicsville, VA, part of Hanover County is a small senior care home. Mechanicsville is associated with many battles in the Civil War and is a great place for history buffs. You will find beautiful trails and parks as well as art galleries, antique shops and restaurants...
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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.
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My mother has lived at Mennowood assisted living for 4 months. The staff did a very good job transitioning her into her new home. We are very happy that we found such a nice place for her to live. Every...
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.
At Mennowood Retirement Community, we pride ourselves on the comfortable and inviting atmosphere that seniors can come to expect here. Even if your elderly relative is suffering from different stages of dementia, we can help make sure that they receive the treatment they need. Our staff will be...
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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.
The Chesapeake retirement community boasts a spacious 35-acre campus in the heart of Newport News, Virginia.  Residents enjoy a multitude of opportunities to live active, healthy, fulfilling lives while simultaenously planning for their future health care needs.  Choosing from spacious...
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This is a great care home. The owner is unbelievable and knows how to manage. The food looks great and the other residents seem to like it. The caregivers are attentive and make sure the residents receive...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
The Haven at Mayfield is a residential care home in Mechanicsville, VA in Hanover County. With a deep connection to the Civil War, Mechanicsville is a great place for history buffs. Take advantage of the National Battlefield Park and learn more about the Battle of Cold Harbor or visit our parks...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
The Haven Assisted Living utilizes Residential Homes in desirable and convenient locations designed to eliminate the institutionalized environment fostered by most larger facilities. Currently there are three licensed facilities with a forth and fifth scheduled to open this year. Each...

Cost of assisted living in Alfonso, VA

The average cost of senior living in Virginia is $6,344 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Virginia vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
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Community typeVirginiaU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$6,344/mo$5,830/mo8.8% above national median
Memory Care$7,372/mo$6,999/mo5.3% above national median
Independent Living$4,048/mo$3,520/mo15.0% above national median
Assisted Living
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:8.8% above national median
Memory Care
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.3% above national median
Independent Living
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:15.0% above national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alfonso, VA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Alfonso

Recent reviews for assisted living in Alfonso

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.

Essex House in Tappahannock, VA

5.0
I moved my mother to Essex house in the beginning of October 2016 and have been very pleased with the service provided my mother. They have done everything in their power to make her stay comfortable. Due to the location, it has been easier for family to visit.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House

4.3
Not only has the friendliness of the staff members impressed us, but even on the tour the residents were coming up to us, and was telling us how well they are being taken care of and just how much they enjoy it here. That was very impressive.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and compassion of staff members at various communities, such as Spring Arbor of Williamsburg, Charter Senior Living of Williamsburg, and Charter Senior Living of Newport News, who go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome. Co ...
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Individualized care plans. Reviews consistently praise the individualized attention given to residents at different communities, such as The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care, Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg, and Dominion Village Williamsburg, where residents receive personaliz ...
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Variety of activities. Communities like Harmony on the Peninsula, Edgeworth Park at New Town, and Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock offer a range of activities designed to keep residents engaged and active, from social events and games to outings and crafts. These activities provide opportunities for resi ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Residents and families frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including private rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces. Examples include Charter Senior Living of Williamsburg, Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham, and Harmony on the Peninsula, where residents a ...
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Flexible dining options. Meals and dining experiences are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Some communities, like The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Commonwealth Senior ...
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Accessible and responsive management. Effective communication and a responsive management team are crucial for maintaining a positive living experience. Communities like Harmony on the Peninsula, Northern Neck Senior Care Community, and Dominion Village Williamsburg have strong leadership that addresses resident concerns promp ...
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Alfonso review score based on 174 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 174 reviews of 43 Alfonso assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alfonso review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Alfonso review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Alfonso, VA43 facilities
7.9
Warsaw, VA0 facilities
7.2
Kilmarnock, VA49 facilities

Review subcategories for Alfonso assisted living

When assisted living 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 174 reviews of 43 Alfonso assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alfonso resident and family assisted living 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.
Alfonso, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.6
Friendliness
3.5
3.7
Care services
2.9
3.3
Staff
3.3
3.5
Meals & dining
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3.2
Activities
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Value for cost*
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Alfonso assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alfonso assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alfonso, 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 Alfonso assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alfonso that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alfonso, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.5%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.8%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.5%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.4%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Alfonso assisted living

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 Alfonso Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alfonso, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.8%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.5%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alfonso assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alfonso partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alfonso, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.5%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.8%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
51.2%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.2%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.9%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Alfonso assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alfonso communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alfonso, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.9%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.8%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
48.8%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.9%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alfonso assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alfonso offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alfonso, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.5%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.2%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.9%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.8%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.8%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.1%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.2%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.8%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
55.8%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
39.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.9%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alfonso

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alfonso protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Green Hanover, Harpers Station Yorktown and Charter Senior Living of Williamsburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Alfonso, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 49 assisted living facilities near Alfonso, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Alfonso, Virginia is Heritage Green Hanover. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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