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Assisted living costs in Oyster average about $4,814 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 92 communities in Oyster. Our detailed directory has 2147 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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Vero at Chesapeake brings the historic and vibrant spirit of coastal Virginia to senior living. With a range of options that includes Independent-Style Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, our residents have access to everything they need for a life with joy and purpose.We are...
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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.
Whitehurst ManorWhitehurst Manor offers a great assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Chesapeake, VA their home. The city of Chesapeake offers beautiful parks and outdoor space, with opportunities for hiking or just enjoying the weather. The city also offers many museums...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Lav'm Adult Residence Lav'm Adult Residence is an assisted living community located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The community is located in a mostly residential area with a few businesses, which creates a quiet, home-like setting for the community's residents without sacrificing nearby conveniences....
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My mother in law loves living at Chesapeake Cove. The staff are wonderful. The caregivers are local, friendly, helpful and she does not go without. The community is clean and well maintained. She likes the...
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If you enjoy independence and the freshness and beauty of the outdoors, then you will love Chesapeake Cove in Crisfield, MD. Nestled on the Delmarva Peninsula, the community provides gorgeous and relaxing views of the bay, which inspires residents to kick back and relax. The neighborhood...
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Cost of assisted living in Oyster, VA

The average cost of senior living in Oyster is $4,814 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portsmouth, VA with an average of $4,597 per month.

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

Oyster, VA
$4,814/mo
$4,814/mo
$4,814/mo

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

Oyster, VA
$4,814/mo
U.S. national average
$4,636/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,814/mo
$4,850/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,237/mo
Studio
$5,512/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,682/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,251/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,655/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Oyster over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Oyster, 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 Oyster.

What families are saying about assisted living in Oyster

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oyster

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 kindness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Quint Cities Home Health Care, several residents express appreciation for the friendly nature of the staff, and families praise the long-term friendships that have been formed between loved one ...
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Variety of activities based on residents' interests. Residents find joy in the wide range of specialized activities offered at communities. At , staff members organize a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools for swimming sessions, hikes and fishing days at nearby city parks, and more.
Consistent communication between families and staff. Reviews frequently mention clear and ongoing communication between families and community staff to ensure care needs are being met. At , for example, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At , the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, so residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Thoroughly cleaned and updated living spaces. Residents and their families often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, common areas, or outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails. At , reviews show appreciation for the renovated patio for dining and socializing.
Personalized care to meet residents' unique needs. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at , quick and thoughtful adjustments by staff helped make the moving process and emotional transition easier for residents and their families.
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Oyster review score based on 392 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 392 reviews of 81 Oyster assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oyster 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

Oyster review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Oyster, VA81 facilities
7.8
Cheriton, VA92 facilities
7.8
Eastville, VA91 facilities

Review subcategories for Oyster 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 392 reviews of 81 Oyster assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oyster 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.
Oyster, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Oyster assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oyster assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oyster, 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 Oyster 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 Oyster that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oyster, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.9%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.3%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oyster 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 Oyster Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oyster, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
38.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oyster 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 Oyster partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oyster, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.5%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
54.3%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.1%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.9%
14.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Oyster 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 Oyster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oyster, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.6%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58%
42%
Room service
Room service
45.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oyster 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 Oyster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oyster, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
63%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.1%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.2%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.6%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.7%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
45.7%
29.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oyster

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 Oyster protect seniors.

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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 Oyster, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 92 assisted living facilities near Oyster, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Oyster, 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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