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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Wheeler, VA
Assisted living costs in Wheeler average about $3,564 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 33 communities in Wheeler. Our detailed directory has 384 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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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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My aunt lives at The Courtyards in Knoxville. Every time I call and talk with her. She goes on about how amazing the food tastes. She says it's homecooked, always fresh and hot, and how amazing the staff is.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
We are a secured community that specializes in caring for those with dementia. Our premises are safe and secure with keypads designed for safe entry and more importantly, safe exits. We have private and semi-private rooms. Our rooms are approximately 245 square feet...
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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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Freedom Senior Living is 5 stars all the way around, the staff members treat the residents like family, they genuinely care about each and everyone of them. They go above and beyond to make them feel...
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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What I like about Renaissance Terrace is it's relatively small, so the residents get a lot of individualized attention. It's also a non-profit, so they're driven by their mission statement as opposed to a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Wheeler, VA
The average cost of senior living in Wheeler is $3,564 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jonesville, VA with an average of $2,750 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wheeler, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wheeler, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Wheeler, VA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wheeler, VA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Wheeler
Recent reviews for assisted living in Wheeler
The Pointe at Lifespring in Knoxville, TN
5.0
The Pointe has been a wonderful place for my parents!
The staff don't turn over often and are very kind and loving with the residents. They truly care and keep us informed of anything going on.
[name removed] (front desk) is wonderful. [name removed] (director) also great. [name removed] (PT) ...
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Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN
5.0
Overall it has been a very positive experience for my Mom at Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City. The facility is reasonably clean and the staff is very friendly. I believe the care has and continues to be as well as could be received in any assisted living facility. The meals are provided ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and compassionate staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and caring nature of the staff at different communities. At Wellington Manor Assisted Living, families praise the staff for their patience and deep connection with residents, while at Wellington Manor Knoxville, residents express appreciation for the staff's ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests. For instance, at Windsor Ridge, residents can participate in regular outings and social events, while The Pointe at Lifespring residents enjoy arts and crafts classes and frequent musical performances.
Clean and updated living spaces. Residents often comment on the cleanliness and maintenance of their communities, such as Trinity Hills of Knoxville, where the public areas and apartments are kept spotless, and BeeHive Homes of Powell, where the facility feels like someone's home due to its cleanliness and orderliness.
Welcoming and inviting atmosphere. Several reviews mention the warm and friendly atmosphere at their communities. At The Courtyards at Knoxville - The Orchards, visitors were greeted with a bright and positive atmosphere upon entering, while Wellington Manor Knoxville residents enjoy the homey feeling of their community.
Comprehensive care services. Communities cater to a variety of care needs, as mentioned in reviews for Wellington Manor Knoxville, where staff check on residents every 2 hours and help them to meals, and Trinity Hills of Knoxville, where residents receive great care and are kept informed of any issues or concerns.
Considerate and accommodating staff. Reviews highlight the accommodating nature of staff at different communities. At Wellington Manor Assisted Living, families appreciate the staff's efforts to understand residents' unique needs and preferences, while TerraBella Morristown residents describe the staff as understanding and resp ...
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Wheeler review score based on 88 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 88 reviews of 32 Wheeler assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Wheeler 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
Wheeler review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Wheeler 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 88 reviews of 32 Wheeler assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wheeler 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.Wheeler, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Wheeler assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wheeler assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wheeler, 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 Wheeler 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 Wheeler that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wheeler, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wheeler 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 Wheeler Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wheeler, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.3%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wheeler 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 Wheeler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wheeler, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Wheeler 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 Wheeler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wheeler, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.1%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wheeler 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 Wheeler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wheeler, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wheeler
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 Wheeler protect seniors.
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