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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Highgate, VA

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Assisted living costs in Highgate average about $4,623 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 143 communities in Highgate. Our detailed directory has 2498 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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Cost of assisted living in Highgate, VA

The average cost of senior living in Highgate is $4,623 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stony Creek, VA with an average of $3,430 per month.

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

Highgate, VA
$4,623/mo
$5,106/mo

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

Highgate, VA
$4,623/mo
U.S. national average
$4,632/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,623/mo
$4,692/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,110/mo
Private
$4,200/mo
Studio
$5,582/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,590/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,141/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,655/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Highgate over time

Highgate, VAVA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Highgate, 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 Highgate.

What families are saying about assisted living in Highgate

Recent reviews for assisted living in Highgate

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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Arden Courts of VA Beach in Virginia Beach, VA

5.0
I would give The Memory Center Virginia Beach 5 stars!! They really helped my family at our time of need! [name removed] and staff are awesome! I would recommend this facility (community) to anyone looking for memory care. Thank you for all you do!

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff in various communities, such as The Waterford at Virginia Beach, making new residents and their families feel at home.
Well-balanced meal offerings. Residents at multiple communities, including Harmony at Oakbrooke, appreciate the variety and quality of the meal options, with some mentioning accommodations for dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Frequent and effective communication. Reviews for communities like The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living highlight the importance of clear and consistent communication between families and staff to ensure that care needs are being met.
Engaging activities and social events. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities provided at various communities, such as Bay Lake Community, including both in-house events and outings to local attractions.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Throughout the reviews, the cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces are consistently praised, with mentions of the comfortable and functional design of rooms in communities like The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Compassionate and attentive care. Reviews for multiple communities, including The Gardens of Virginia Beach, discuss the genuine care and attention given to residents, with many expressing gratitude for the long-term relationships developed between caregivers and their loved ones.
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Highgate review score based on 483 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 483 reviews of 126 Highgate assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Highgate 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

Highgate review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Highgate, VA126 facilities
7.2
Surry, VA12 facilities
7.2
Williamsburg, VA12 facilities

Review subcategories for Highgate 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 483 reviews of 126 Highgate assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Highgate 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.
Highgate, 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
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Highgate assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highgate assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highgate, 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 Highgate 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 Highgate that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Highgate, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.3%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Highgate 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 Highgate Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Highgate, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.7%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.2%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Highgate 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 Highgate partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highgate, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.1%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
41.3%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.1%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
14.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Highgate 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 Highgate communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highgate, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.8%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highgate 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 Highgate offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highgate, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
49.2%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.5%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.9%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.8%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Highgate

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 Highgate protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Bay Lake Community, Acclaim at East Beach and The Waterford at Virginia Beach are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Highgate, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 143 assisted living facilities near Highgate, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Highgate, Virginia are Bay Lake Community, 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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