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Assisted living costs in Oyster average about $4,901 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 99 communities in Oyster. Our detailed directory has 2292 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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Enjoy refined living with an active lifestyle at Harbor’s Edge, a full-service, premier LifeCare retirement community in Norfolk, Virginia. With an elegant setting and amenities that surpass many fine hotels, Harbor’s Edge’s greatest luxury is flexibility. Our residents enjoy a range of choice in...
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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.
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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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Carebridge Assisted Living Community provides accommodations on both a long term and respite care basis. Daily housekeeping, meal service, social programs and smiling faces are all part of assisted living at Carebridge. The people of Carebridge are skilled in providing personalized care to our...
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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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Colonial Home is a quaint 32 bed home located in the Deep Creek section of Chesapeake.  We serve a private pay resident in a home environment.  Colonial Home serves both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents and offers a full range of care, including rehabilitation services, home health care...
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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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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...
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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...

Cost of assisted living in Oyster, VA

The average cost of senior living in Oyster is $4,901 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portsmouth, VA with an average of $4,661 per month.

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

Oyster, VA
$4,901/mo
$4,901/mo
$4,901/mo

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

Oyster, VA
$4,901/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,901/mo
$4,939/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,418/mo
Studio
$5,788/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,893/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,664/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,995/mo

Senior living costs in Oyster 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: Oyster, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOyster, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,901/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,939/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,269/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Oyster, VA:$4,901/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Oyster, VA:$4,939/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Oyster, VA:$4,269/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Oyster, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Oyster 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 Oyster, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Oyster 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Oyster, VA$4,972/mo$4,515/mo+10.1%
Virginia$5,742/mo$5,247/mo+9.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Oyster, VA
2024 average cost:$4,972/mo
2023 average cost:$4,515/mo
Percent change:+10.1%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,742/mo
2023 average cost:$5,247/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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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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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.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House

4.3
Not only has the friendliness of the staff members impressed us, but even on the tour the residents were coming up to us, and was telling us how well they are being taken care of and just how much they enjoy it here. That was very impressive.

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 430 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 430 reviews of 89 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

7.9
Oyster, VA89 facilities
7.9
Cheriton, VA99 facilities
7.9
Eastville, VA98 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 430 reviews of 89 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.
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Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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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
65.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.8%
52.4%
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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
64%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.8%
13.7%
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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
50.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.6%
17.3%
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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
32.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
41.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27%
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
57.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
56.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
42.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
46%
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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 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 Oyster protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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