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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Virginia is $6,344, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Contra area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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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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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.
Fillmore Place is inner-city urban home which helps people that may be difficult to place due to diagnosis and financial resources. The facility specializes in the care of individuals with chronic mental health disabilities.  We are able to work with clients who have a diagnosis of...
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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.
Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few of...
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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.
Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees and...
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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
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.
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
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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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Very personable facility. Vista Park Memory Care was very welcoming and the care has been excellent. I feel relieved to have finally found a loving facility for my friend. Vista Park has been a blessing.
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.
Vista Park Memory Care is an assisted living community located in Petersburg, Virginia, in Petersburg City County. A supportive environment in a beautiful setting, Vista Park Memory Care is an excellent place for you to make a new home. Petersburg is a peaceful city with friendly citizens and...
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I would highly recommend this community to others based on my experience. The community is kept neat and clean, and the staff is very nice and helpful. The food looks good, and they have 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.
Hughes Home is located in Fredericksburg, VA, an area that is rich in history and beauty. Those who choose to make this assisted living community their home will find that its location offers much to do and see. Those who are guests of the residents of this community will find that they have much...
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Cost of assisted living in Contra, 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

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
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 Contra, 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 Contra.

What families are saying about assisted living in Contra

Recent reviews for assisted living in Contra

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.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at August Healthcare at Richmond Assisted Living, the cafeteria staff received a shout-out for their incredible hospitality, and at Sunrise of Richmond, the administration staff surprises ...
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Attention to residents' medical needs. Resident care was a common theme in many reviews. At The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care, a resident's chronic understaffing led to inconsistent medication administration, while at Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg, communication with senior-level manag ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Engaging activities were mentioned as a key feature in many reviews. At The Crossings at Ironbridge, the regular staff ensures residents feel like family, and at The Estates at West End, the lack of daily activities was a drawback. Communities like The Barrington at Hioaks, The Crossroads ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep were frequently mentioned as factors in residents' overall satisfaction. At The Crossroads at Bon Air, the room was furnished with only one chair and a non-working TV, but the facility was described as very nice. Communities like Sunrise of Richmond, Harmony on the Pe ...
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Supportive and caring environment. Several reviews emphasized the supportive and caring nature of the communities. At Harmony on the Peninsula, the administrative level was available to answer questions, and at Sancerre Atlee Station, the staff showed genuine care and compassion for residents. Families at Edgeworth Park at N ...
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Flexible and accommodating staff. Flexibility and accommodation were mentioned as important attributes in several reviews. At The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care, the facility changed location, and at Sunrise of Richmond, the administration showed understanding when residents faced unique challe ...
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Contra review score based on 449 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 449 reviews of 109 Contra assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Contra 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

Contra review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Contra, VA109 facilities
7.9
Warsaw, VA0 facilities
7.3
Colonial Beach, VA0 facilities

Review subcategories for Contra 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 449 reviews of 109 Contra assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Contra 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.
Contra, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.6
Friendliness
3.5
3.7
Care services
3.1
3.3
Staff
3.3
3.5
Meals & dining
2.9
3.2
Activities
3.0
3.2
Value for cost*
2.9
3.3
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Contra assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Contra assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Contra, 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 Contra 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 Contra that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Contra, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.1%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.6%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.8%
52.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Contra 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 Contra Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Contra, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.6%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.9%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Contra 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 Contra partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Contra, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
49.5%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
51.4%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.5%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.8%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Contra 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 Contra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Contra, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.3%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.1%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
43.1%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.2%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Contra 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 Contra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Contra, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
56%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.4%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.6%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.8%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.2%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.7%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.1%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.8%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
56.9%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
41.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.7%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.2%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Contra

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

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Heritage Green Hanover, Arden Courts Richmond, A Memory Care Community and Harpers Station Yorktown are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Contra, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 124 assisted living facilities near Contra, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Contra, Virginia are Heritage Green Hanover and Arden Courts Richmond, A Memory Care Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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