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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Watauga, VA

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Assisted living costs in Watauga average about $4,771 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 61 communities in Watauga. Our detailed directory has 604 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
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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.
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
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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.
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Watauga, VA

The average cost of senior living in Watauga is $4,771 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Haysi, VA with an average of $4,733 per month.

Assisted living costs in Watauga, VA, vs. nearby cities

Watauga, VA
$4,771/mo
$4,811/mo
$5,509/mo

Assisted living costs in Watauga, VA, vs. state and national averages

Watauga, VA
$4,771/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in Watauga, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,771/mo
$4,771/mo

Assisted living costs in Watauga, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,431/mo
Studio
$5,227/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,460/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,011/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,478/mo

Senior living costs in Watauga vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Watauga, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWatauga, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,771/mo$5,446/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,771/mo$5,458/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$4,422/mo$4,625/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Watauga, VA:$4,771/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Watauga, VA:$4,771/mo
Virginia:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Watauga, VA:$4,422/mo
Virginia:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Watauga, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Watauga and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Watauga, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Watauga have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Watauga, VA$3,782/mo$2,966/mo+27.5%
Virginia$5,561/mo$5,105/mo+8.9%
National$5,264/mo$4,973/mo+5.9%
Watauga, VA
2024 average cost:$3,782/mo
2023 average cost:$2,966/mo
Percent change:+27.5%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,561/mo
2023 average cost:$5,105/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,264/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Watauga, 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 Watauga.

What families are saying about assisted living in Watauga

Recent reviews for assisted living in Watauga

Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff

5.0
have been very pleased with everything at the Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff Commonwealth! Thank you all! Based on the experience I have had so far, I would definitely recommend this community to other families!

Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon

5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
Everyone at the community is very helpful. The staff seem to really care about the residents. They are interactive and engaging with the residents. The community tries to accommodate the residents with their restrictions and preferences for food.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and compassion of the staff at their community. At American House Kingsport, they are praised for their attentiveness and genuinely caring nature towards residents. Families of residents at Brookdale Rock Springs express their gratitude for the staff's he ...
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Variety of activities to accommodate diverse interests. Residents at Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living appreciate the wide range of activities offered, allowing them to engage in activities suited to their individual interests. At The Courtyards Senior Living at Johnson City, the hiring of a new activities director has led to a dram ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Numerous reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with Brookdale Bristol and Brookdale Kingsport specifically mentioning their impressions of the cleanliness and renovations. At The Blake at Kingsport, the food quality is also noted to have improved with the additio ...
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Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the welcoming and friendly atmosphere at their communities. At Brookdale Rock Springs, new residents were made to feel like part of the family, and at Brookdale Johnson City, residents have made many friends and feel at home.
Individualized care plans. Several families report that their loved ones' unique needs were addressed through individualized care plans. At American House Bristol, staff accommodated their loved one's specific care requirements, and at Dogwood Crossing, staff went above and beyond to make the moving process easier.
Flexible and accommodating staff. Reviews often highlight the flexibility and adaptability of staff, enabling them to meet residents' ever-changing needs. At Dogwood Crossing, staff accommodated their loved one's desire to stay in their room, and at Brookdale Rock Springs, staff helped residents participate in activities acc ...
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Watauga review score based on 215 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 215 reviews of 55 Watauga assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watauga 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

Watauga review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Watauga, VA55 facilities
8.6
Abingdon, VA60 facilities
6.5
Damascus, VA9 facilities

Review subcategories for Watauga 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 215 reviews of 55 Watauga assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Watauga 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.
Watauga, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Watauga assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watauga assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watauga, 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 Watauga 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 Watauga that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watauga, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50.9%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.9%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watauga 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 Watauga Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watauga, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watauga 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 Watauga partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watauga, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.1%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Watauga 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 Watauga communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watauga, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
38.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watauga 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 Watauga offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watauga, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
47.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
38.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Watauga

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Watauga protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Rock Springs, Brookdale Bristol and Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Watauga, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 61 assisted living facilities near Watauga, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Watauga, Virginia are Brookdale Bristol and American House Johnson City. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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