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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Backbone, VA
Assisted living costs in Backbone average about $4,110 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 50 communities in Backbone. Our detailed directory has 544 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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I would tell individuals it was a good place to take your loved one. The community does a good job there, during the time my loved one was. The food was decent for my loved one. The room was nice...
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.
Autumn Way Assisted Living of Rupert, West Virgina is located in a beautiful setting surrounded by mountains, farm and open space to meet the daily needs of senior citizens. This personal care home at the intersection of Nicholas Street and 4th street offers private and semi-private rooms to all...
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My Dad was first in Salem Terrace with Lewy Body dementia. My Mom was trying to keep the house but once she found out she had several TIAs she immediately decided that Salem Terrace was going to be new home....
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.
With commanding stunning vistas of the vibrant City of Salem and the mountains beyond, Salem Terrace at Harrogate is designed in a tradition reminiscent of a grand hotel or resort.At Salem Terrace at Harrogate, we offer a choice of floor plans and four levels of personal assistance, depending...
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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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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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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....
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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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I have no complaints about the experience my parents are having so far at this community. They have made a smooth transition with the help of all of the staff members and residents. I am impressed with the...
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.
This beautiful 1916 Georgian mansion provides the entry point for the gracious amenities of Hermitage Roanoke. Opened in 1964 as a retirement home, the community has grown to include 22 two bedroom Independent Living apartments, 52 Assisted Living studio, one and two bedroom apartments, and a 14...
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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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As a daughter of an aging mother, I believe that the medical and support staff at Brandon Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation facility provided my mother with exceptional medical care, love and dignity during...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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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I need a community that gave a country homestead feeling and this community provided me with what I needed. The community is beautiful looks like a southern type mansion big pillars outside the entrance and...
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.
Havenwood is an assisted living community in the serene campus town of Lexington, Virginia. Our beautiful community is located close to the misty Blue Ridge Mountains and family farms of Lexington. It is a joy to live in an area full of natural beauty, such as the limestone wonder, the Natural...
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Campbell Rest HomeCampbell Rest Home is located in the town of Bedford, VA. This assisted living community is in a peaceful location that allows its residents to live happy lives. Those who are guests of our residents will find that Bedford offers great dining options to keep their taste buds...
Cost of assisted living in Backbone, VA
The average cost of senior living in Backbone is $4,110 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goshen, VA with an average of $2,471 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Backbone, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Backbone, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Backbone, VA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Backbone, VA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Backbone
Recent reviews for assisted living in Backbone
The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care
5.0
We chose The Harmony Collection because the space that it offered, the activities, the cleanliness, and just the overall feel of it. Everyone seemed like they were on top of their game. She has a bedroom with a shared bathroom, so it is a little on the smaller side but it does work for her ...
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Spring Oak at Christiansburg
5.0
1. community has been remodeled and updated. which is a plus!
2. staff goes over and above when visiting and communicating by mail.
3. love seeing my mom loved and cared for by staff.
4. new administrator has made a great plus to the community.
5. staff is wonderful! [name removed] is a ...
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Autumn Way Assisted Living in Rupert, WV
4.5
Nobody's perfect but the enriching environment is close....it seems the staff is always cheerful and professional. The place is clean and void of any unpleasant odors experienced at similar facilities......it is not fancy if you are looking for that as a primary factor to place your loved ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Frequent staff turnover. Several reviews from various communities, such as Harmony and Woodland, mention the high turnover rate of staff leading to inconsistent care and communication. At Harmony, uneven performance and poor communication were observed, while Woodland residents and families reported difficulties with st ...
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Importance of family involvement in care. Reviews from The Park Oak Grove, Terra Bella Pheasant Ridge, and Brookdale Salem highlight the significance of family involvement in care. Families are valued as partners in care, with many reporting that clear and effective communication from staff helps ensure their loved ones' needs are met.
Varied quality of meals and dining experiences. Reviews for both The Park Oak Grove and Cave Spring Place mention the importance of meal quality in residents' overall satisfaction with their living experience. While some residents enjoy the food, others have reported disappointing portion sizes and mediocre meal quality.
Attentiveness to residents' individual needs. At Terra Bella Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents and their families praise the staff's responsiveness to individual needs, noting that they are treated with respect and dignity. This attentiveness is crucial for ensuring residents' comfort and well-being.
Mixed success with medications management. Communities like Harmony and Brookdale Salem have had challenges managing medications for their residents. While some residents have reported receiving proper care, others have experienced issues with medication delivery and administration.
Importance of a clean and well-maintained environment. Many residents and families value the cleanliness and upkeep of their living communities. Reviews for Runk and Pratt, The Park Oak Grove, and Cave Spring Place mention the importance of a clean and well-maintained environment in promoting residents' comfort and overall satisfaction.
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Backbone review score based on 104 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 104 reviews of 41 Backbone assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Backbone 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
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Review subcategories for Backbone 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 104 reviews of 41 Backbone assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Backbone 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.Backbone, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
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Backbone assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Backbone assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Backbone, 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 Backbone 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 Backbone that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Backbone, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.9%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.2%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.7%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Backbone 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 Backbone Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Backbone, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.6%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.3%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.5%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Backbone 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 Backbone partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Backbone, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.7%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.2%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
43.9%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.3%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.8%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Backbone 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 Backbone communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Backbone, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.7%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.3%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
29.3%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Backbone 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 Backbone offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Backbone, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.3%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.3%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.9%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.6%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.8%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
39%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.7%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Backbone
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Backbone protect seniors.
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Brookdale Roanoke, Cardinal Senior Communities at Roanoke and TerraBella Pheasant Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Backbone, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 50 assisted living facilities near Backbone, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Backbone, Virginia is TerraBella Pheasant Ridge. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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