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Assisted living costs in Dahlgren average about $5,281 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Dahlgren. Our detailed directory has 81 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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A Place for Mom: Excellent service! I was given four facilities to visit and I had a very short window as I live out of town. After visiting Morningside, I canceled all others. The lobby is welcoming, a...
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.
The Morningside House of Saint Charles, located in Waldorf, Maryland welcomes you. Our premier apartment-style accommodations allow every resident to be in control of their lives, even while we offer a variety of care services designed to meet every need. We believe that a sense of independence...
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5 for all. They watch his medications very well. Nurse practitioner in often, blood work done on a schedule, well monitored, they never add extra charges. They are very caring and his medications are...
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.
Being surrounded by friendly professional staff, family, friends are the things that make a house a home is the very essence of Marian Manor.We provide special services in the comfort of our home, in a country setting on 12 acres while tending to the needs of the residents. They maintain self...
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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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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.
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.
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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Dahlgren, VA

The average cost of senior living in Dahlgren is $5,281 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,428 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dahlgren, VA vs. nearby cities

Dahlgren, VA
$5,281/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dahlgren, VA vs. the state and national average

Dahlgren, VA
$5,281/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dahlgren vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,281/mo
$6,794/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dahlgren, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,645/mo
Studio
$5,619/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,793/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,250/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dahlgren, 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 Dahlgren.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dahlgren

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dahlgren

Viva Senior Living at Fredericksburg

5.0
I am very happy with the level of care provided by Greenfield. My mom has been at this community for 7 weeks now and she is well provided for and happy. She now has a circle of new friends and an active social life, something that had been lacking in her life for a number of years.

Hughes Home in Fredericksburg, VA

3.8
We chose Hughes Home because my dad was in early stages of dementia and we wouldn't have to move him, he could continue staying here. Also, the staff members and owners were very friendly. They have different options on room sizes depending on what you want for your loved one. My dad is very ...
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Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons in Woodbridge, VA

4.8
What we really like about the Arbor Terrace community is that it is close by our family, the community itself is very clean, and the staff are very caring. Based on our experience we have already recommended this community to other families and will continue to do so.

Dahlgren assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dahlgren assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dahlgren, 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 Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dahlgren, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dahlgren, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dahlgren, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dahlgren, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dahlgren 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 Dahlgren offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dahlgren, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dahlgren

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 Dahlgren protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Potomac Place, Morningside House of St Charles and Spring Arbor of Fredericksburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dahlgren, Virginia. See full list of communities.

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