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Assisted living costs in Wake Forest average about $4,561 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Wake Forest. Our detailed directory has 43 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.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Pulaski, Radford and Christiansburg.

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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.3
Review score
22 reviews
8.3
Review score
22 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
18%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
1 star
5%
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My Uncle really likes it. He has a new POA and she and her husband are I believe doing a good job. Tena works there so makes it very convenient when my uncle needs anything she can tell her husband and they...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford is an excellent community located in a commercial area in Radford, Virginia. Our community is in close proximity to various medical offices and Carilion New River Valley Community hospital. Our main facility accommodates residents who require more attention...
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5 star
33%
4 star
0%
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1 star
67%
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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.
English Meadows Blacksburg Campus is an assisted living and memory care community located in Blacksburg, Montgomery County, Virginia. Home to Virginia Tech, Blacksburg has been named by Southern Living as one of the South's best college towns, largely due to its outstanding economy and high...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Christiansburg
1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
5.8
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18 reviews
5.8
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18 reviews
5 star
22%
4 star
39%
3 star
22%
2 star
6%
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11%
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The community could always be a little cleaner but overall it has been a good experience. The staff members are very friendly and from what we hear the meals are really good .
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Christiansburg is located at the foot of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains in Christiansburg, Virginia. It is a modern, beautiful assisted living facility, with an award-winning memory care proram called Sweet Memories. Commonwealth Senior Living is known for providing...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Wake Forest, VA

The average cost of senior living in Wake Forest is $4,561 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,161 per month.

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

Wake Forest, VA
$4,561/mo
$4,634/mo
$4,938/mo

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

Wake Forest, VA
$4,561/mo
U.S. national average
$4,600/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,561/mo
$4,561/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,221/mo
Studio
$6,534/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,880/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,245/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Wake Forest over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wake Forest, 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 Wake Forest.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wake Forest

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wake Forest

Spring Oak at Christiansburg

5.0
1. community has been remodeled and updated. which is a plus! 2. staff goes over and above when visiting and communicating by mail. 3. love seeing my mom loved and cared for by staff. 4. new administrator has made a great plus to the community. 5. staff is wonderful! [name removed] is a ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Christiansburg

4.3
The staff members could at times maybe improve on their overall response time, but the staff really do care about all of the residents living there. Based on the overall experience so far with CommonWealth Senior Living we would recommend the community to other families.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford

5.0
We're in independent living so we don't get meals or activities! Main building is real nice though!Very clean, refurbed entire apartment and well equipped.

Wake Forest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wake Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wake Forest, 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 Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wake Forest, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
51.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
56.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wake Forest, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
31.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
40.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wake Forest, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
26.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
39.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
13.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wake Forest, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
30.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
41.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
35.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wake Forest, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
33.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.1%
Dances
Dances
40%
29%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wake Forest

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 Wake Forest protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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