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Assisted living costs in Penn Lee average about $4,613 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 40 communities in Penn Lee. Our detailed directory has 463 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, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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: 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: 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.
Asbury at Steadman Hill is a dedicated assisted living and memory care facility that is part of Asbury Place Kingsport, a broader senior living community. This community offers specialized care and support for individuals with varying needs, particularly focusing on those requiring assistance...
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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: 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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While my mother was here everything was actually excellent. I was very pleased with the staff, the nurses, and the food services. Since we had a specific budget this facility didn’t have a base fee then...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Situated on 9 beautiful acres of land in the heart of downtown, Regency Retirement Village offers all the warmth of small town living with access to all Morristown has to offer. The lovely community offers Independent Living and Assisted Living apartments, as well as The Renaissance...
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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: 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: 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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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: 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.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace and...
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Cost of assisted living in Penn Lee, VA

The average cost of senior living in Penn Lee is $4,613 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pennington Gap, VA with an average of $2,750 per month.

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

Penn Lee, VA
$4,613/mo

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

Penn Lee, VA
$4,613/mo
U.S. national average
$4,638/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,613/mo
$4,613/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,113/mo
Studio
$4,933/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,425/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,691/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,478/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Penn Lee over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Penn Lee, 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 Penn Lee.

What families are saying about assisted living in Penn Lee

Recent reviews for assisted living in Penn Lee

The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens

3.8
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently dramatically improved with the hiring of a really good activities director. Previously, there ...
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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
Everyone at the community is very helpful. The staff seem to really care about the residents. They are interactive and engaging with the residents. The community tries to accommodate the residents with their restrictions and preferences for food.

Brookdale Johnson City

4.8
I loved that we were welcomed by many staff on admission. Staff is attentive & respectful & pleasant. All areas of living one's best life is addressed here Most impressed. I do worry about enough evening/overnight staff.

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Friendly and supportive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities. At American House Kingsport, the American House staff was described as 'very friendly' and 'attentive'. Families of residents at Brookdale Rock Springss Brookdale Rock Springs reported that staff ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at communities. For example, at The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens, the activities director organizes a published activity sheet daily, and residents also enjoy outings and live music. The Courtyards offers a good varie ...
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Homelike and clean living spaces. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and homelike atmosphere of communities. For instance, residents of Brookdale Bristols Brookdale Bristol appreciate the larger rooms, which they find to be 'well maintained' and 'very clean'. At Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City, the meals get ' ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Reviews note the importance of clear communication between families and staff to ensure loved ones' needs are met. For example, at American House Johnson Citys American House Johnson City, the staff keeps families informed with daily updates on their loved ones' care. Families at Brookdale Co ...
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Personalized care for residents. Several reviews highlight the importance of individualized care for each resident. For instance, at Brookdale Bristols Brookdale Bristol, staff work with residents one-on-one to provide the care they need. Brookdale's activities are tailored to the unique needs and interests of their residents ...
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Secure and safe environment. Reviews often mention the importance of feeling secure and safe in a senior living community. For example, at American House Kingsport, American House provides a secure memory care wing within a larger facility, ensuring residents' safety. Families at TerraBella Morristowns Dewitt Place appr ...
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Penn Lee review score based on 174 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 174 reviews of 39 Penn Lee assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Penn Lee 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

Penn Lee review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Penn Lee, VA39 facilities
8.9
St. Charles, VA36 facilities
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Pennington Gap, VA5 facilities

Review subcategories for Penn Lee 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 174 reviews of 39 Penn Lee assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Penn Lee 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.
Penn Lee, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Penn Lee assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penn Lee assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penn Lee, 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 Penn Lee 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 Penn Lee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Penn Lee, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.8%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Penn Lee 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 Penn Lee Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Penn Lee, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.6%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penn Lee 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 Penn Lee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penn Lee, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.9%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
15.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Penn Lee 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 Penn Lee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penn Lee, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.6%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penn Lee 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 Penn Lee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penn Lee, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.6%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.1%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
41.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.6%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.6%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
41%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.7%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Penn Lee

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 Penn Lee protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Colonial Heights and Brookdale Johnson City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Penn Lee, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 40 assisted living facilities near Penn Lee, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Penn Lee, Virginia are Brookdale Bristol and American House Johnson City. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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