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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rice, VA
Assisted living costs in Rice average about $4,807 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 76 communities in Rice. Our detailed directory has 1606 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, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few of...
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.
The ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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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St. Francis Home is a non-profit and I thought it was okay. They still offered bingo and things like that but hey didn't have a way for my mother to go out to lunch to the store or anything like that. They...
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Fillmore Place is inner-city urban home which helps people that may be difficult to place due to diagnosis and financial resources. The facility specializes in the care of individuals with chronic mental health disabilities. We are able to work with clients who have a diagnosis of...
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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.
Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees and...
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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.
Cost of assisted living in Rice, VA
The average cost of senior living in Rice is $4,807 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,635 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rice, VA vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about assisted living in Rice
Recent reviews for assisted living in Rice
Brookdale Midlothian
5.0
I would say it has been overall a very positive experience for my uncle and I would choose it again after him being there for a few months now.
Petersburg Home For Ladies
4.9
This is my first experience with assisted living as far as Alzheimers and from the various places I visited, this is by far the best place I saw, even halfway done you could see it was better. They have been great, there's only 9 patients on that wing right now, they're doing a good job. There's ...
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Brandywine at Midlothian in North Chesterfield, VA
4.6
My only complain is they need to answer emails from family members faster. But overall the facility is really fantastic. And my mom is happy there.
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Dedicated and helpful staff, despite management changes. Despite some inconsistencies and turnover in management, many residents and families appreciate the dedication and helpfulness of the frontline staff at various communities. For example, at Commonwealth Senior Living of Bon Air, the PT/OT professionals have been consistent and excellent, as no ...
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Communication between families and staff. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is crucial for residents' care and well-being. At Sunrise at Bon Air, the staff is praised for their responsiveness and attentiveness, while at Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe, some families have reported issues with communication and have ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Living spaces that are clean and comfortable are essential for residents' happiness and well-being. At Lucy Corr, families praise the cleanliness of the facility and the accommodating staff who helped them move their loved ones in. However, at The Crossings at Ironbridge, some families have ...
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Support for various care needs. Caring for aging loved ones can involve a range of care needs, from independent living to memory care and specialized medical care. At Brookdale Midlothian, a resident's initial placement in independent living was not the best fit for their needs, and they were later moved to memory care. Faci ...
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Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. A warm and welcoming atmosphere can make a significant difference in residents' happiness and overall experience. At The Westmont at Short Pump Community, residents and families alike appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the positive and supportive atmosphere. However, at Sun ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Engaging and age-appropriate activities can help keep residents active, engaged, and socializing with their peers. At Commonwealth Senior Living of Bon Air, residents enjoy regular puzzles and games, as well as occasional musical performances and pet visits. At The Crossings at Ironbridge, a ...
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Rice review score based on 302 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 302 reviews of 61 Rice assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Rice 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
Rice review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Rice 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 302 reviews of 61 Rice assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rice 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.Rice, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Rice assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rice assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rice, 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 Rice 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 Rice that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rice, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.1%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.2%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.8%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Rice 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 Rice Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rice, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.3%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rice 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 Rice partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rice, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.1%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.1%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Rice 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 Rice communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rice, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
31.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rice 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 Rice offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rice, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
59%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.9%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.5%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.4%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
54.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
37.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rice
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 Rice protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Richmond, Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge and Sunrise at Bon Air are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rice, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 76 assisted living facilities near Rice, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Rice, Virginia are Sunrise of Richmond, Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge and Sunrise at Bon Air. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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