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Assisted living costs in Hanover County average about $5,193 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 12 communities in Hanover County. Our detailed directory has 308 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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My mother has been at this residence approximately one month now. She has received excellent care in every regard. I did not know that there could be such a place. The staff are extremely friendly, kind...
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.
Are you considering an assisted living facility? Are you looking for a place that is warm, safe and caring? A home where you can be comfortable and get the help you need 24/7, without feeling that you are in an institution.If you are looking for professional 1-1 care in a country home setting,...
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean, everyone is very nice, enough activities to keep you as busy as you want to be.
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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Caring and respectful staff. Small size. Lots of effort put in to involve the Ashland community. Yes, we would recommend Hanover Manor Assisted Living to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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8.0
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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...
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Each category gets a 5. We are so happy we connected with A Place for Mom. It helped us in connecting with places to visit and to find the best place for our love one. Everyone was and is so 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.
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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The administrative team is very responsive to the families of its residents, patiently explaining any and all changes that impact residents. The patient care teams are remarkably attentive to the residents,...
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.
With five levels of care to better match the services our residents need, our community also offers a special memory impairment neighborhood called the Gardens. We offer Five Star service delivered in a family-like atmosphere, setting us apart from other providers. For more than seven years, we...
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We had a wonderful experience however with her new care location, Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond. Overall we gave a 4 they went through TWO management transitions while Mom was there. 5 for care, possibly...
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.
We designed our Cottage Care program around the belief that everyone has the right and the capacity to live and love while discovering enjoyment in each day – regardless of abilities that have been lost to dementia.The result is a wonderful blend of security and comfort. For example, although all...
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Although it is a self pay facility, we love the fact that the rate is flat and never changes from $[removed] per month. The facility itself is wonderful. They serve 3 meals a day in the cafeteria, or you can...
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 decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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My father spent his last year (2022) with Yama Family Services. He had been living at home but needed 24-hour care. Living in a residential home like the one they offer was a much easier transition for him...
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.
YAMA Services Adult Assisted Living home is located in Mechanicsville, Hanover County off of Atlee Station Road. This is a licensed assisted living home with a capacity for seven (7) residents. We provide a warmly decorated home with a team of friendly professionals. Our team of professionals...
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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.
Alpha House is a special place. Alpha House is a small charming senior living community devoted to Alzheimer’s and dementia residents. We are located in a country-like setting near the heart of Ashland, Virginia—just 10 miles north of Richmond. Alpha House mirrors our small, intimate community by...
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Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...
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4, only because the food isn't great and there was no real orientation for my mom; Introducing her to people.
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 Pemberton at University Park provides an independent living community to those interested in making Richmond, VA their home. This community offers a great place to live in a location that provides much to do and see. Richmond provides residents and guests with opportunities to visit the...
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Cost of assisted living in Hanover County, VA

The average cost of senior living in Hanover County is $5,193 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Lee, VA with an average of $4,359 per month.

Assisted living costs in Hanover County, VA, vs. nearby counties

Hanover County, VA
$5,193/mo
$5,193/mo
$5,157/mo

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

Hanover County, VA
$5,193/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Hanover County, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,193/mo
$5,425/mo

Assisted living costs in Hanover County, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,833/mo
Private
$5,000/mo
Studio
$5,803/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,521/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,925/mo

Senior living costs in Hanover County 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: Hanover County, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHanover County, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,193/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,425/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,193/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Hanover County, VA:$5,193/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Hanover County, VA:$5,425/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Hanover County, VA:$4,193/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hanover County, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hanover County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Hanover County, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hanover County 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
Hanover County, VA$4,928/mo$4,568/mo+7.9%
Virginia$4,982/mo$4,772/mo+4.4%
National$4,875/mo$4,585/mo+6.3%
Hanover County, VA
2024 average cost:$4,928/mo
2023 average cost:$4,568/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$4,982/mo
2023 average cost:$4,772/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,875/mo
2023 average cost:$4,585/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hanover County, VA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Hanover County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hanover County

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

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

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

Chestnut Grove in Richmond, VA

4.2
My mom's been there since July so it's been a short period but no complaints whatsoever. It's very clean, they're very friendly, occasionally there may be one person but that's just a personality thing. Overall, everyone's very friendly, when you come into the facility they greet you and they're ...
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Hanover County review score based on 49 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 49 reviews of 11 Hanover County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hanover County 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

Hanover County review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Hanover County, VA11 facilities
7.7
Ashland, VA10 facilities
7.8
Innsbrook, VA45 facilities

Review subcategories for Hanover County 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 49 reviews of 11 Hanover County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hanover County 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.
Hanover County, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Hanover County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hanover County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hanover County, 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 Hanover County 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 Hanover County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hanover County, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
90.9%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.9%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
54.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
90.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90.9%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Hanover County 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 Hanover County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hanover County, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hanover County 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 Hanover County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hanover County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
63.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
54.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Hanover County 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 Hanover County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hanover County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hanover County 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 Hanover County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hanover County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
54.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hanover County

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