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Assisted living costs in Central Gardens average about $5,082 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 47 communities in Central Gardens. Our detailed directory has 871 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
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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.
The ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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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 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...
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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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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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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
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 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
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 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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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...
Photo of The Haven Assisted Living at Studley
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 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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Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...
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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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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
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 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: 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.

Cost of assisted living in Central Gardens, VA

The average cost of senior living in Central Gardens is $5,082 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,681 per month.

Assisted living costs in Central Gardens, VA, vs. nearby cities

Central Gardens, VA
$5,082/mo
$5,049/mo
$4,995/mo

Assisted living costs in Central Gardens, VA, vs. state and national averages

Central Gardens, VA
$5,082/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Central Gardens, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,082/mo
$5,246/mo

Assisted living costs in Central Gardens, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,037/mo
Private
$5,000/mo
Studio
$6,107/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,265/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,891/mo

Senior living costs in Central Gardens 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: Central Gardens, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCentral Gardens, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,082/mo$5,446/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,246/mo$5,457/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$4,177/mo$4,624/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Central Gardens, VA:$5,082/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Central Gardens, VA:$5,246/mo
Virginia:$5,457/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Central Gardens, VA:$4,177/mo
Virginia:$4,624/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Central Gardens, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Central Gardens 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 Central Gardens, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Central Gardens 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Central Gardens, VA$5,330/mo$5,247/mo+1.6%
Virginia$5,742/mo$5,247/mo+9.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Central Gardens, VA
2024 average cost:$5,330/mo
2023 average cost:$5,247/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,742/mo
2023 average cost:$5,247/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
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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 Central Gardens, VA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Central Gardens

Recent reviews for assisted living in Central Gardens

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

5.0
I have recommended it to a few!I looked at 6 different places for my dad. When I walked into Spring Arbor, I was greeted by staff who were happy and pleasant. Two staff members met in the hall to have a chat about whether a patient had actually bathed or not, left her info private but respected ...
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Petersburg Home For Ladies

4.9
This is my first experience with assisted living as far as Alzheimers and from the various places I visited, this is by far the best place I saw, even halfway done you could see it was better. They have been great, there's only 9 patients on that wing right now, they're doing a good job. There's ...
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The Barclay at Midlothian in North Chesterfield, VA

4.6
My only complain is they need to answer emails from family members faster. But overall the facility is really fantastic. And my mom is happy there.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and consideration of the staff towards residents. At Covenant Columns at Tapp, the staff members are described as having a calling to care for seniors and go above and beyond to make loved ones feel at home. In contrast, at Commonwealth Senior Living at Che ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents find joy in the various activities offered at their communities. For instance, at The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care, the activities program is packed with options and is a big selling point for families. However, at The Barrington at Hioaks, some fam ...
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Nice and clean facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of the communities are a common theme in reviews. At The Barclay at Tuckahoe, the facility is described as bright, clean, and modern without an institutional feel. In contrast, at The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, the resident's roo ...
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Families appreciate the friendly and approachable nature of the staff at their communities. For example, at Heritage Green Hanover, the staff members go the extra mile to get to know both residents and their families. At Commonwealth Senior Living of Bon Air, the staff members are described ...
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Healthy and tasty meals. Quality food is a major factor in resident satisfaction. At The Estates at West End, the food is good but not enough variety that residents can eat a lot of things. At The Barclay at Tuckahoe, the residents are said to like the food and the staff are trying hard to care for their dietary nee ...
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Thoughtful and professional communication. Clear communication between families and staff is crucial, as expressed in reviews for The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, where families are praised for making an effort to keep in touch with their loved ones and the staff for being responsive. At The Harmony C ...
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Central Gardens review score based on 172 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 172 reviews of 38 Central Gardens assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Central Gardens 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

Central Gardens review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Central Gardens, VA38 facilities
8.3
Richmond, VA64 facilities
8.6
Rockwood, VA35 facilities

Review subcategories for Central Gardens 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 172 reviews of 38 Central Gardens assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Central Gardens 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.
Central Gardens, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
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4.0
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.7
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Central Gardens assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Central Gardens assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Central Gardens, 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 Central Gardens 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 Central Gardens that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Central Gardens, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.4%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Central Gardens 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 Central Gardens Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Central Gardens, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Central Gardens 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 Central Gardens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Central Gardens, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.2%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Central Gardens 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 Central Gardens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Central Gardens, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
31.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Central Gardens 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 Central Gardens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Central Gardens, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.2%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
34.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
28.9%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Central Gardens

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

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