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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Buckner, VA
Assisted living costs in Buckner average about $5,094 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 14 communities in Buckner. Our detailed directory has 374 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Short Pump, Ashland and Louisa.
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9.6
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Overall, our experience at Westmont has actually been very positive. When our father transferred to a memory care unit, we initially did not think that that was a great idea. Very soon we realized that we...
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.
Experience Senior Care at The Westmont at Short PumpSurrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and small-town charm in Glen Allen, Virginia, The Westmont at Short Pump stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Fredericksburg, our senior housing offers a...
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9.1
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66 reviews
Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe was an amazing place. We knew the first time we ever toured the place that this was the place for daddy. They went out of their way welcoming him on his day or move in and continue...
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.
Located in the charming West End of Richmond, Tuckahoe Senior Living offers the very best in personalized care. Our community specializes in assisted living for those who may need help with everyday activities, as well as memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other forms of...
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9.0
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31 reviews
Overall we are very pleased with the quality of care and the smooth transition for [name removed]. We appreciate so much the assistance we have received from A Place For Mom.
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.
Located in a lovely residential neighborhood in the West End of Richmond. We are near premiere shopping, dining, hotels, interstates, hospitals and medical services. Our range of services extends from respite care to traditional assisted living services such as bathing, dressing, and medication...
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8.9
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30 reviews
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Morningside House of Spotsylvania is the leading memory-care dedicated assisted living community in Spotsylvania County designed and built exclusively for residents with memory impairments such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy-Body and other related dementias. While other assisted living...
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8.6
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56 reviews
Overall it’s a nice place. My mom needs a lot of help. She is not as mobile as most of the other residents. The aids seem to really like her. And I have become friendly with some of them. I love the chef and...
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.
Experience the best of Fredericksburg at Cambridge Gardens!Our community is located in the heart of Lee's Hill with access to shops, entertainment, and several medical services just down the street. As an assisted living community, we offer services for seniors around the clock, all within one...
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8.6
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6 reviews
We had a wonderful experience however with her new care location, Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond. Overall we gave a 4 they went through TWO management transitions while Mom was there. 5 for care, possibly...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
We designed our Cottage Care program around the belief that everyone has the right and the capacity to live and love while discovering enjoyment in each day – regardless of abilities that have been lost to dementia.The result is a wonderful blend of security and comfort. For example, although all...
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8 reviews
The facility is awesome. Their staff is very informative and friendly. They clean up very good. They take good care of mom. They love her and she loves them. The food is definitely on point. I would...
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.
The decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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My mother has been in the Amerisist of Louisa since May. The facility is clean and the staff is very friendly. The facility has an overall "homey" feel. There are not a lot of level one care residents, so it...
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.
Spring Oak at Louisa always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents.Residents always have options when they’re looking for something fun and exciting to do outside of the community. Our community is filled with people just like you. Our residents rest easy knowing that...
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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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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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.
Alpha House is a special place. Alpha House is a small charming senior living community devoted to Alzheimer’s and dementia residents. We are located in a country-like setting near the heart of Ashland, Virginia—just 10 miles north of Richmond. Alpha House mirrors our small, intimate community by...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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I found [name removed], the director, and his staff to be exceptionally helpful, kind, and professional. It did not take long for me to realize that my cousin was in a facility that offered kind, attentive,...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Buckner, VA
The average cost of senior living in Buckner is $5,094 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockwood, VA with an average of $4,854 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buckner, VA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Buckner
Recent reviews for assisted living in Buckner
Cambridge Gardens in Fredericksburg, VA
4.0
I would a friend, that things were great until the management changed. When that happened things went down hill some. It would be nice if the management company sent out more info on what was happening and who you could contact for each dept.
Morningside House of Spotsylvania in Fredericksburg, VA
5.0
This has been a very good experience for my loved one and family. The staff have really worked with the family and our loved one's needs. Everyone is very friendly and nice here.
I'm impressed with the interactions of the residents and they way they socialize with each other. The staff make ...
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Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe in Richmond, VA
4.6
Sunrise Villa is one of the best place you could possibly have your parents at I feel like it’s always safe. She has fun and there’s a lot of people she can talk with the staff is incredible and always helpful to me and to her. I am very grateful.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and helpful staff members. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Elizabeth House Assisted Living, the staff is described as friendly and informative, while at The Westmont at Short Pump Community, the staff is praised for their patience and caring natu ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents appreciate the variety of activities and opportunities for socializing at their communities. At Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe, residents enjoy attending brunch events and participating in daily activities, while at The Westmont at Short Pump Community, residents engage in Bible study, exe ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe, where residents appreciate the cheery and inviting atmosphere, and The Westmont at Short Pump Community, where the dining room and public areas are noted for their cleanliness.
Customized care plans and accommodations. Reviews mention the individualized attention given to residents' needs and preferences, like at Cambridge Gardens, where staff accommodate residents' food preferences, and Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond, where care plans are tailored to residents' changing needs.
Effective communication between staff and families. Residents and their families value clear and timely communication from the staff at their communities. At The Westmont at Short Pump Community, staff respond to emails promptly and keep families informed about care and treatment, while at The Westmont at Short Pump Community, the community d ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Quality food is a common theme in residents' reviews of their communities. At Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and provides generous and palatable meals, while at The Westmont at Short Pump Community, residents are impressed by the dining room's restaurant-l ...
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Buckner review score based on 67 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 67 reviews of 13 Buckner assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Buckner 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 Buckner 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 67 reviews of 13 Buckner assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buckner 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.Buckner, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Buckner assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buckner assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buckner, 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 Buckner 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 Buckner that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.5%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.2%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.9%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
53.8%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buckner 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 Buckner Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buckner 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 Buckner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
61.5%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
46.2%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Buckner 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 Buckner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buckner 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 Buckner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buckner, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.5%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buckner
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 Buckner protect seniors.
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The Westmont at Short Pump Community, Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe and Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Buckner, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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