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Assisted living costs in Barren Springs average about $4,866 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 39 communities in Barren Springs. Our detailed directory has 379 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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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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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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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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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.
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 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
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.
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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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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Cost of assisted living in Barren Springs, VA

The average cost of senior living in Barren Springs is $4,866 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,283 per month.

Assisted living costs in Barren Springs, VA, vs. nearby cities

Barren Springs, VA
$4,866/mo
$5,074/mo

Assisted living costs in Barren Springs, VA, vs. state and national averages

Barren Springs, VA
$4,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Barren Springs, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,866/mo
$4,866/mo

Assisted living costs in Barren Springs, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,219/mo
Studio
$5,011/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,841/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,048/mo

Senior living costs in Barren Springs 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: Barren Springs, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarren Springs, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,866/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,866/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,662/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Barren Springs, VA:$4,866/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Barren Springs, VA:$4,866/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Barren Springs, VA:$4,662/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Barren Springs, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Barren Springs 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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Assisted living cost trends in Barren Springs, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Barren Springs 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Barren Springs, VA$4,447/mo$3,943/mo+12.8%
Virginia$5,742/mo$5,247/mo+9.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Barren Springs, VA
2024 average cost:$4,447/mo
2023 average cost:$3,943/mo
Percent change:+12.8%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,742/mo
2023 average cost:$5,247/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Barren Springs, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Barren Springs.

What families are saying about assisted living in Barren Springs

Recent reviews for assisted living in Barren Springs

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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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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Mountain Valley Living Center in Westfield, NC

4.3
I have the cleanliness an overall 3 out of 5 because while most of the facility is clean at times, they have neglected to clean the toilets and floors in our loved ones room.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Staff flexibility and resident autonomy. Several reviews mention the importance of having flexibility for elderly residents, allowing them to have more control over their daily routines and schedules. For instance, at Dogwood Crossing, families appreciate that Dogwood Crossing offers more freedom for residents to explore the communit ...
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Caring and attentive staff. Numerous reviews highlight the compassionate and dedicated nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Carrington Place at Wytheville, Carrington Place was praised for having friendly and helpful staff members who made residents and families feel like part of the community.
Varied activities and social opportunities. Activities and social events were a common theme in community reviews. At The Havens at Princeton, for example, residents' families appreciated the wide range of offerings, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and game rooms, ensuring there was something for everyone.
Attention to cleanliness and maintenance. Many reviews emphasized the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in community living areas. Residents of Cardinal Senior Communities at Roanoke, for instance, were pleased with the overall appearance of Cave Spring Place, mentioning the cleanliness of both public spaces and their private apart ...
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Personalized care and accommodations. Several reviews noted that customized care and accommodations are essential for meeting the unique needs of each resident. The team at The Park Oak Grove, for example, went above and beyond to ensure that residents' preferences were considered and that their living spaces were comfortable and ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear communication between staff and families was a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with the community experience. At TerraBella Salem, for instance, families appreciated the transparency and openness of the staff, with regular updates and discussions to address any conc ...
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Barren Springs review score based on 96 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 32 Barren Springs assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Barren Springs 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

Barren Springs review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Barren Springs, VA32 facilities
6.6
Pulaski, VA10 facilities
6.5
Hillsville, VA6 facilities

Review subcategories for Barren Springs 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 96 reviews of 32 Barren Springs assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Barren Springs 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.
Barren Springs, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Barren Springs assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barren Springs assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barren Springs, 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 Barren Springs 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 Barren Springs that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Barren Springs, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.6%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.1%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Barren Springs 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 Barren Springs Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barren Springs, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barren Springs 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 Barren Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barren Springs, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Barren Springs 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 Barren Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barren Springs, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barren Springs 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 Barren Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barren Springs, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.8%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Barren Springs

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 Barren Springs protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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