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Assisted living costs in Ruff average about $4,680 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 115 communities in Ruff. Our detailed directory has 2090 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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They are great! We are very happy with them. They are clean and friendly. And they do a good job taking care of my loved one. I can breathe easy at night knowing that he is well cared for.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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, 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.
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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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Photo of Charity House
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.
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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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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.
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...
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Tabernacle Gardens Assisted Living provides seniors with a safe and comfortable community to live in. Located in Suffolk, VA, this community provides its residents with a beautiful place to live. Those who choose to make this community their home will find that Suffolk is a great place to live -...
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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.
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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.
The Vero at Chesapeake brings the historic and vibrant spirit of coastal Virginia to senior living. With a range of options that includes Independent-Style Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, our residents have access to everything they need for a life with joy and purpose.We are...
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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.
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...
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.
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....

Cost of assisted living in Ruff, VA

The average cost of senior living in Ruff is $4,680 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smithfield, VA with an average of $4,426 per month.

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

Ruff, VA
$4,680/mo
$4,812/mo

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

Ruff, VA
$4,680/mo
U.S. national average
$4,727/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,680/mo
$4,709/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,925/mo
Studio
$5,608/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,762/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,257/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,545/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ruff over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ruff, 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 Ruff.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ruff

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ruff

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and caring staff. Numerous reviews mention the compassionate nature of the staff at various communities, such as Spring Arbor of Williamsburg and Charter Senior Living of Williamsburg, who go above and beyond to ensure residents' well-being and form long-lasting relationships with them.
Thoughtfully planned activities. Residents at communities like Acclaim at East Beach and Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor enjoy a wide range of social, educational, and recreational activities tailored to their interests. These offerings enrich their lives and provide opportunities to form new friendships.
Highly nutritious meals. Reviews at Discovery Commons Virginia Beach and Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg highlight the importance of quality meals in residents' overall satisfaction with their living situation. Many communities prioritize healthy, delicious offerings that cater to individual dietary needs ...
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Attentive communication with families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is a frequent topic in reviews, such as Harmony at Harbour View and Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine, allowing loved ones to stay informed about their family member's care and well-being.
Properly maintained facilities. Reviews at Bay Lake Community and Harmony at Independence point to the importance of clean, well-maintained facilities for both residents' comfort and peace of mind. Communal areas and private rooms are kept in good condition, contributing to a pleasant living experience.
Individualized care plans. At The Hidenwood Community and Harmony on the Peninsula, family members appreciate the personalized care plans tailored to their loved one's unique needs and preferences. This dedicated approach ensures that each resident receives the best possible care and attention.
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Ruff review score based on 426 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 426 reviews of 100 Ruff assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ruff 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

Ruff review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Ruff, VA100 facilities
7.1
White Stone, VA6 facilities
7.5
Irvington, VA60 facilities

Review subcategories for Ruff 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 426 reviews of 100 Ruff assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ruff 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
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Ruff assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ruff assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ruff, 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 Ruff 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 Ruff that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
62%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ruff 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 Ruff Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ruff 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 Ruff partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
47%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Ruff 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 Ruff communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ruff, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
39%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ruff 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 Ruff offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ruff, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
54%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
53%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
38%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ruff

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 Ruff protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Bay Lake Community, Acclaim at East Beach and Chesapeake Place Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ruff, Virginia. See full list of communities.

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