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Assisted living costs in Penola average about $4,954 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Penola. Our detailed directory has 110 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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Photo of Yama Services Adult Assisted Living
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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...
Photo of Morningside House of Spotsylvania
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66 Floor plans available
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My wife was diagnosed with dementia in [date removed]. I kept her home as long as I could but after time it became evident that I couldn’t provide the care she needed. I toured different communities and...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Morningside House of Spotsylvania is the leading memory-care dedicated assisted living community in Spotsylvania County designed and built exclusively for residents with memory impairments such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy-Body and other related dementias. While other assisted living...
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Photo of Cambridge Gardens
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8.6
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58 reviews
8.6
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The level of care has been superb and the staff is very friendly and caring. That's important because quality of care and Dad having a general feeling of SAFETY were a concern at the prior community [name...
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.
Experience the best of Fredericksburg at Cambridge Gardens!Our community is located in the heart of Lee's Hill with access to shops, entertainment, and several medical services just down the street. As an assisted living community, we offer services for seniors around the clock, all within one...
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Photo of Hanover Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care
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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.
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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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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Cost of assisted living in Penola, VA

The average cost of senior living in Penola is $4,954 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,428 per month.

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

Penola, VA
$4,954/mo

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

Penola, VA
$4,954/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,954/mo
$5,319/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,898/mo
Studio
$5,678/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,900/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Penola over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Penola, 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 Penola.

What families are saying about assisted living in Penola

Recent reviews for assisted living in Penola

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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Fredericksburg Assisted Living

5.0
We love that it is a small facility. Everyone is like family. The staff is excellent. The price is the most reasonable around. I would definitely recommend this facility.

Viva Senior Living at Fredericksburg

5.0
I am very happy with the level of care provided by Greenfield. My mom has been at this community for 7 weeks now and she is well provided for and happy. She now has a circle of new friends and an active social life, something that had been lacking in her life for a number of years.

Penola assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penola assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penola, 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 Penola 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 Penola that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Penola, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
100%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Penola 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 Penola Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Penola, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
60%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penola 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 Penola partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penola, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
60%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Penola 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 Penola communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penola, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
80%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penola 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 Penola offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penola, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
60%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Penola

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 Penola protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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There are 5 assisted living facilities near Penola, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Penola, Virginia is The Westmont at Short Pump Community. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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