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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dory, VA
Assisted living costs in Dory average about $4,394 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 130 communities in Dory. Our detailed directory has 1922 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 Franklin, Windsor and Surry.
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9.3
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21 reviews
Most of the staff are good. Definitely need to be active with family members care. That is true for every facility. They do need better food selections and variety.
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 Colonial Heights, Dunlop House has been honored as a Top Assisted Living Facility in Virginia by Assisted Living Today. Dunlop House specializes in both assisted living and Alzheimer's care for seniors. Since 1999 it has provided its residents with quality care and a rewarding...
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9.2
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5 reviews
The marketing staff does a good job explaining about the facility with regards to how a resident will live and transition as their needs change. The facility is well maintained. They offer lots of activities...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village at Woods Edge tucked amid picturesque Franklin, Virginia was created for active, independent seniors who want to get the most from their retirement. The Village combines personal freedom and security, comfort and convenience. We understand the emotional, mental, and...
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.
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
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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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7.0
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Great place for my mother. She has a room to herself filled with her things. Staff is attentive and very pleasant. Mom is active and has made new friends with other residents. I'm grateful for Nans Pointe.
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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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.
Tabernacle Gardens Assisted Living provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community to live in. Located in Suffolk, VA, this community provides its residents with a beautiful place to live. Those who choose to make this community their home will find that Suffolk is a great place to live -...
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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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...
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.
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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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.
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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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...
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.
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.
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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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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I moved my mother in April of 2015, and I am quite pleased with the facilities, staff, and overall living experience there. After her becoming acclimated to the food, mother also seems to enjoy dining...
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 Huntington at The Newport is located in picturesque Newport News, Virginia. The town enjoys the waterfront life on James River and is only minutes from the Atlantic Ocean. The Huntington is the height of luxury assisted living. Residents can choose from semi-private, studio, one and two...
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.
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.
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.
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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I have asked for some materials on the visiting physician, the in-house doctor, and I've asked twice but I've never recieved anything. That was my only complaint. My mother doesn't participate but supposedly...
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.
Eden Court is a place that is catered around the needs of those suffering with memory problems. This is a Memory Care community that specializes in helping those that are suffering with Alzheimer's and Dementia. This is an actual home that is nestled in a beautiful neighborhood in the Hampton...
Cost of assisted living in Dory, VA
The average cost of senior living in Dory is $4,394 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stony Creek, VA with an average of $3,398 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dory, VA vs. the state and national average
Dory, VA
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dory vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dory, VA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Dory over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dory, VA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Dory
Recent reviews for assisted living in Dory
Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA
5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
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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.
Spring Arbor of Williamsburg
4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Supportive and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendliness and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Karolwood Gardens of Portsmouth, the staff went above and beyond to ensure a mother felt welcome and comfortable, and at Acclaim at East Beach, the staff created a family like ...
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Variety of social activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered in communities. For instance, at Acclaim at East Beach, there are regular outings to museums and pools, and at The Gardens of Virginia Beach, there are weekly exercise classes and game nights. These activities help residents st ...
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Professional and attentive health care. Several reviews highlight the importance of health care services and the attention paid to residents' medical needs. At Harmony on the Peninsula, a daughter was impressed with the quick response from the staff when her mother fell and required medical attention, and at The Waterford at Virgin ...
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Reasonable pricing. Some families mention affordability as a significant factor in their choice of a senior living community. For instance, at Karolwood Gardens of Portsmouth, the price point was a key consideration, and at Mayfair House Senior Living, the costs were considered very reasonable compared to other ...
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Consistent communication between staff and families. Many reviews praise the open and frequent communication between staff and family members. At Harmony at Harbour View, the staff kept the family informed about their mother's progress and updated them on any changes, and at Commonwealth Senior Living at Georgian Manor, the family appreciated ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews often comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms, common areas, or outdoor spaces. For example, at The Crossings at Ironbridge, the facilities were described as beautiful, and at Acclaim at East Beach, the dining room and common areas ...
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Dory review score based on 385 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 385 reviews of 114 Dory assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Dory 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
Dory review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Dory 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 385 reviews of 114 Dory assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dory 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.Dory, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Dory assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dory assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dory, 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 Dory 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 Dory that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dory, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.4%
52.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.4%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dory 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 Dory Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dory, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.8%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dory 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 Dory partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dory, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.6%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.1%
39.9%
No sugar
No sugar
38.6%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.2%
35.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.4%
13.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Dory 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 Dory communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dory, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.6%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.1%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
30.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dory 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 Dory offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dory, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.6%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.1%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.7%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.5%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.6%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.6%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.2%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.4%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
29.8%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.9%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dory
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 Dory protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Acclaim at East Beach, The Waterford at Virginia Beach and Dominion Village Williamsburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dory, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 130 assisted living facilities near Dory, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dory, Virginia are The Hidenwood Community and Chesapeake Place Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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