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Assisted living costs in River Oaks average about $4,556 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 37 communities in River Oaks. Our detailed directory has 1019 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
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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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.
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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The community has been in the area for a very long time. The aesthetics don't have the newer decorations like new communities, and it is a little bit on the older side for decor. I believe they should have...
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.
If you are seeking a senior living community in Virginia Beach, Virginia to provide exceptional care and individualized attention to your loved one then look no further than Our Lady of Perpetual Help. We are sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and committed to extensive assisted...
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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.
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...
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.
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in River Oaks, VA

The average cost of senior living in River Oaks is $4,556 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waverly, VA with an average of $3,886 per month.

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

River Oaks, VA
$4,556/mo
$4,605/mo

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

River Oaks, VA
$4,556/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,556/mo
$4,591/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,710/mo
Studio
$5,345/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,673/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,292/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in River Oaks over time

River Oaks, VAVA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in River Oaks, 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 River Oaks.

What families are saying about assisted living in River Oaks

Recent reviews for assisted living in River Oaks

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.

River Oaks review score based on 248 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 248 reviews of 33 River Oaks assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The River Oaks 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

River Oaks review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
River Oaks, VA33 facilities
8.3
Norfolk, VA33 facilities
8.1
Portsmouth, VA32 facilities

Review subcategories for River Oaks 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 248 reviews of 33 River Oaks assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare River Oaks 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.
River Oaks, 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
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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River Oaks assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Oaks assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Oaks, 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 River Oaks 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 River Oaks that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
River Oaks, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.6%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in River Oaks 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 River Oaks Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
River Oaks, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.7%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
42.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in River Oaks 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 River Oaks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Oaks, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.5%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
60.6%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.5%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in River Oaks 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 River Oaks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
River Oaks, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Oaks 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 River Oaks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
River Oaks, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
69.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.6%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60.6%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in River Oaks

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 River Oaks 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 River Oaks, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 37 assisted living facilities near River Oaks, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in River Oaks, 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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