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Assisted living costs in Eltham average about $5,067 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 140 communities in Eltham. Our detailed directory has 3007 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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Photo of Auburn Hill Senior Living
2525 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.4
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24 reviews
8.4
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AH has been a great place for my husband, who has dementia. The staff is very caring and I feel like he is safe there. PT has been great. His walking has improved considerably, and OT has done a great job...
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.
Auburn Hill at Swift Creek ReservoirSet against the serenity and stunning views of the Swift Creek Reservoir, Auburn Hill offers you a welcoming and comfortable environment where you can easily adapt, thrive and enjoy life—just like at home. Recently received OurHealth’s Gold award for “Best...
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Photo of Sancerre Atlee Station
1313 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.4
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20 reviews
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We are very pleased with Sancerre Atlee Station. My mom really enjoys the social gatherings they do each day. Everyone is very friendly and helpful.
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.
Sancerre Atlee Station is a vibrant and modern senior living community in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Our community will offer 103 accommodations for assisted living and memory care residents, specifically designed to meet their unique needs.At Sancerre Atlee Station, we understand the importance...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield
2323 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.3
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28 reviews
8.3
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Overall experience - Admin snafus at the end regarding getting the refund for the balance. Took a long time and had to be resubmitted due to them sending the check so late that the bank rejected it and had...
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.
Commonwealth Assisted Living at Chesterfield is an assisted living community serving individuals in Chesterfield, Chesterfield County, Virginia. We're located within a few minutes of Collegiate School Aquatics Center, several specialty shops, various medical facilities and schools, as well as...
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Photo of Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe
2020 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.3
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8.3
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This is a difficult transition period for many in this situation and the staff was very helpful very accommodating and their units are spacious especially the two bedrooms and they have more of them which...
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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Photo of Harmony on the Peninsula
99 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.2
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62 reviews
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+The facility is very clean compared to others I have visited and the staff and residents are very friendly. Most of the staff overall are supportive and encouraging -They have often been short staffed and...
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.
Welcome to Harmony on the PeninsulaAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Yorktown, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to keep...
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Photo of Warwick Forest, a CCRC
77 Photos available
8.2
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After family tours of multiple memory care units in our community, we chose Warwick Forest's Evergreen for our family member. Twenty residents enjoy a calm, attractive atmosphere with excellent security and...
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.
Here at Warwick Forest, we're more than fancy buildings and first class amenities. Of course, we have all the things you would expect from an award-winning CCRC, but what may surprise you is how comfortable you feel from the moment you arrive.Our community is relaxed and always eager to welcome a...
Photo of Spring Arbor of Salisbury
1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.2
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Great fun activities, always clean, excellent staff and attention to mom's needs. On site physical therapy helps and outstanding therapists. Highly recommended facility!
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 Arbor of Salisbury Residential Assisted Living opened in 2007 with a variety of apartments ranging from studios, different styles of one bedroom/living room suites, and two bedroom apartments. We are a single level building in a lovely residential neighborhood on a quiet street but still...
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Photo of Cambridge Crossing
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8.2
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The staff is very helpful and caring. It's a calm, intimate environment and the food is great! Mom enjoyed her stay there before she passed.
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.
Welcome to Cambridge CrossingAt Cambridge Crossing, we believe the best care begins with meaningful connection. Located in the heart of Williamsburg, our 67-bed assisted living and memory care community offers personalized Assisted Living, specialized Memory Care, and flexible Respite...
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Photo of Shalom Gardens and Shalom Parkside
55 Photos available
8.2
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The director and her staff have been extremely helpful to me with getting my brother settled. As always moving from one's home is a difficult decision especially when the person is not fully grasping their...
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.
Combining Good Times, Great People, & a Whole Lot of HeartWelcome to Shalom Gardens & Shalom Parkside, a senior living experience shining with warmth and connection!From shared laughter during events to quiet chats with neighbors who feel like family—ours is a vibrant community buzzing...
Photo of The Pearl at Watkins Centre
55 Photos available
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Activities were engaging for residents and planned events aligned with holidays, recognitions, etc. Activity staff enjoyed their work and was reflected in how residents were treated. Food menu had variety...
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.
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Photo of Brookdale Midlothian
2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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89 reviews
8.0
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I personally felt like they were genuine and had my mom's best interest in hand. Ask lot's of questions. And trust your gut. My mom is doing great there. The activities offered are just kind of bland....
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.
If you’ve reached the time in your life where you’re ready to leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else and enjoy life, then our community in the historic city of Midlothian, Va., is ready and waiting for you. Our community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and...
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Photo of Saint Francis Manchester
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8.0
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The facility is very nice and undergoing some renovations. The staff is very friendly and responsive. I would definitely recommend it.
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.
Saint Francis Manchester is a true place of connection. Here, friendships form around the table. Bodies are nourished, as are souls. Minds engage, and burdens of daily living fade. As an affordable alternative to traditional senior care, our residents, staff, and supporters share a vibrant...
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Photo of Lucy Corr
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8.0
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My loved one was previously a resident at Lucy Corr and I visited her weekly. This facility was great. The staff were all very caring and helpful. Based on our experience, I would recommend Lucy Corr to...
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.
Photo of The Barclay at Tuckahoe
2323 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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Everyone is friendly and always offer to help and are willing to chat whenever needed. Again, because of the turnover in the management it is difficult to know about changes and such. Everyone is happy with...
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.
Photo of Spring Arbor of Williamsburg
1313 Photos available
1717 Floor plans available
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It's a smaller facility where the benefit is that the staff truly gets to know each resident and family member personally. My parents are well cared for, and I can be confident that if I am not able to visit...
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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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care
1212 Photos available
2424 Floor plans available
7.8
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All of the staff have been very engaged, very nice, and attentive. The facility is very clean. [name removed] is really good with my mom. Keep up the great work and it's appreciated. I like going home...
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at HanoverAssisted Living and Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Mechanicsville, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies...
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Photo of Sunrise at Bon Air
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.8
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Friendly atmosphere, felt like a family, other residents were so nice to Dad and us, the staff was with us to the end - some staff came in to pay their respects when Dad passed away. We appreciated their...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living
1212 Photos available
2121 Floor plans available
7.8
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38 reviews
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Great all around care. Food is awesome apt is great and Right size to take care of. kindness is a word used from staff and other residents. Activities are fun and there is something for everyone....
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at HanoverBRAND NEW Independent and Assisted Living!Comfort. Easy elegance. Irresistible cuisine. Friends and family. These are the elements that make a person feel at home, and they are the very essence of everyday senior living at The Harmony Collection at...
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Photo of The Westmont at Short Pump Community
1414 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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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...
Photo of Harmony at Harbour View
99 Photos available
2727 Floor plans available
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1- Staff is friendly, kind, very compassionate and welcoming. 2- The entire surroundings inside and outside is inviting and beautiful to anyone visiting. Landscaping is very nice. 3- Residents are friendly...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Harbour ViewIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Suffolk, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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Photo of Edgeworth Park at New Town
88 Photos available
7.5
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[name removed] is always there to help with a smile on her face. You can tell she enjoys helping the residents. We all appreciate [name removed], Christmas is coming and she deserves and has earned a special...
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.
Welcome to Edgeworth Park at New Town, where residents feel right at home in the comfort and beauty of their private apartment. Assisted Living residents enjoy assistance with activities of daily living provided by a competent and compassionate staff, along with opportunities to make new friends...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Newport News
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Charter is a very clean, nice facility. Nice cafeteria and food options. Nice rooms with French doors and garden view. Treated my Uncle very well. Yes would recommend. Clean, nice facility. Great food...
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.
Independence and Peace of Mind are important to us and encouraged by Morningside's features and services. Morningside's Levels of Care Program ensures that residents receive the care they need and pay only for the services they require. This allows residents to remain within the community as...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at the West End
55 Photos available
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Compared to similar places we saw I would rate Commonwealth as 5 starts as some places were just not appealing at all. Overall however I would say our experience was a 4.5. We were happy with the size of the...
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.
Welcome to Commonwealth Assisted Living at The West End! A premier Assisted Living community, Commonwealth Assisted Living is nestled on an eight-acre wooded site in the heart of Richmond's West End, conveniently near the intersections of Gaskins Road, Three Chopt Road and Interstate 64-West....
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg
1515 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
7.2
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I really liked the staff. They can improve on taking time with the patient's appearance a little more. Making sure their hair is brushed every day.
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.
Say goodbye to lawn care, painting, and repair projects, and say hello to engaging activities and social opportunities, chef-prepared meals, scheduled transportation, home services and more.At Commonwealth of Williamsburg you can relax and enjoy living in an active adult community unlike any...
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Photo of Patriots Colony at Williamsburg, a CCRC
88 Photos available
5.5
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Technically Patriots Colony has a Williamsburg address, but it is really out in the country. In order to live here, you have to be a former military officer or retired from the US State Department. Most of...
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.
Patriots Colony's Health Care services are open to the public for direct admission. In other words, there is no "career eligibility criteria" for assisted living, memory care or skilled nursing care as there is for independent living.All Patriots Colony residents have guaranteed priority access...

Cost of assisted living in Eltham, VA

The average cost of senior living in Eltham is $5,067 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waverly, VA with an average of $4,128 per month.

Assisted living costs in Eltham, VA, vs. nearby cities

Eltham, VA
$5,067/mo
$4,957/mo

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

Eltham, VA
$5,067/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Eltham, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,067/mo
$5,168/mo

Assisted living costs in Eltham, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,315/mo
Studio
$5,296/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,369/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,858/mo

Senior living costs in Eltham 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: Eltham, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEltham, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,067/mo$5,506/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$5,168/mo$5,524/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$4,368/mo$4,678/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Eltham, VA:$5,067/mo
Virginia:$5,506/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Eltham, VA:$5,168/mo
Virginia:$5,524/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Eltham, VA:$4,368/mo
Virginia:$4,678/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Eltham, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Eltham 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.

Eltham, VAVA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Eltham, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Eltham 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Eltham, VA$5,431/mo$5,189/mo+4.7%
Virginia$5,827/mo$5,307/mo+9.8%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Eltham, VA
2024 average cost:$5,431/mo
2023 average cost:$5,189/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,827/mo
2023 average cost:$5,307/mo
Percent change:+9.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Eltham, 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 Eltham.

What families are saying about assisted living in Eltham

Recent reviews for assisted living in Eltham

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.

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and friendly staff. Many reviews express appreciation for the kind and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Spring Arbor of Williamsburg, the staff goes above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome. At Sunrise of Richmond, the staff is praised for their respon ...
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Range of activities for diverse interests. Residents find joy in the wide selection of activities offered in communities. At The Berkeley at Short Pump, for instance, staff members plan activities based on residents' interests, including movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. The variety keeps residents engaged and active ...
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Clear communication between families and staff. Frequent and detailed conversations between community staff and residents' families ensure everyone is informed and care needs are met. At Commonwealth Senior Living at the Devonshire, for example, housekeeping service and activities are consistently communicated, allowing families to plan the ...
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Individualized attention for various care needs. Communities cater to residents' different care requirements, offering individualized attention and care. At Harmony at Harbour View, the community is praised for its understaffed situation, but the staff is commended for handling various care needs effectively. At Dunlop House, the care prov ...
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Thoughtfully maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, common areas, or outdoor areas. At The Crossings at Ironbridge, the staff is mentioned for their efforts in maintaining the community, making it a pleasant living environment for residents. ...
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Support for residents' emotional well-being. Communities prioritize the emotional well-being of their residents, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere. At Commonwealth Senior Living at Hampton, the facility is praised for its friendly and supportive environment, where residents feel like they are part of a caring community.
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Eltham review score based on 484 family reviews

7.7
Review score124 facilities484 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 484 reviews of 124 Eltham assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Eltham 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

Eltham review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Eltham, VA124 facilities
7.0
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Urbanna, VA81 facilities

Review subcategories for Eltham 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 484 reviews of 124 Eltham assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Eltham 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.
Eltham, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.7
Meals & dining
3.0
3.4
Activities
3.0
3.4
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Eltham assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Eltham assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Eltham, 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 Eltham 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 Eltham that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Eltham, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.9%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.3%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.3%
52.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Eltham 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 Eltham Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Eltham, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.1%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.8%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.5%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.4%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Eltham 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 Eltham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Eltham, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
49.2%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
48.4%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.6%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Eltham 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 Eltham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Eltham, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.2%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
38.7%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Eltham 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 Eltham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Eltham, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.7%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.5%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.8%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.7%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
40.3%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.6%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.4%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Eltham

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Green Hanover, Arden Courts Richmond, A Memory Care Community and Harpers Station Yorktown are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Eltham, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 140 assisted living facilities near Eltham, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Eltham, 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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