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Assisted living costs in Dorcas average about $4,446 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 37 communities in Dorcas. Our detailed directory has 253 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, Memory Care, 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.
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, 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.
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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Willow Estates has been wonderful! The food is excellent and it's very clean. They are limited in the amount of staff they can hire. They are very quick with their response if I have a request or a concern....
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.
     Willow Estates Retirement is a beautifully designed facility located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer pleasant furnishings featuring a home type atmosphere. We are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services to provide levels of care from...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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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Wonderful, caring staff. The building is a bit dated, but the staff and administration know what they're doing for my father.
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.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Front Royal is located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  It is a single level facility with four 'wings' that surround an outside flower-filled courtyard.  Residents are encouraged to enjoy the sunshine and participate in outdoor activities...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Dorcas, WV

The average cost of senior living in Dorcas is $4,446 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Terra Alta, WV with an average of $3,407 per month.

Assisted living costs in Dorcas, WV, vs. nearby cities

Dorcas, WV
$4,446/mo

Assisted living costs in Dorcas, WV, vs. state and national averages

Dorcas, WV
$4,446/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Dorcas, WV, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,446/mo
$4,446/mo

Assisted living costs in Dorcas, WV, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,203/mo
Studio
$5,524/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,503/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,895/mo

Senior living costs in Dorcas 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: Dorcas, WV
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Community typeDorcas, WVWest VirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,446/mo$4,694/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,446/mo$4,717/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,115/mo$4,524/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Dorcas, WV:$4,446/mo
West Virginia:$4,694/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Dorcas, WV:$4,446/mo
West Virginia:$4,717/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Dorcas, WV:$4,115/mo
West Virginia:$4,524/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dorcas, WV

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What families are saying about assisted living in Dorcas

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dorcas

Bellaire at Stone Port in Harrisonburg, VA

4.5
The major factors were the size of the community. It is small enough to not be intimidating. The other huge factor for my brother is that it actually has a decent size group of older guys who eat together, watch sports events together and keep each other company.

Journeys Crossing in Elkton, VA

4.6
They do a lot with the residents, regarding the activities. They have cards, puzzles and Bingo. We picked this community because, of the location, it was the least expensive, and affordable. It would be nice, if family members could make appointments with the nurse practitioner, for their loved ...
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Brookdale Harrisonburg

5.0
My family and I had a great experience with the community. The staff are kind, understanding, and knowledgeable. Everyone is friendly. The community is in a great location. There are meals and activities provided to the residents. Overall, this is a community we would recommend to others ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and accommodating staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendliness and accommodating nature of staff across various communities, such as TimberView Crossing, where they went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable transition for residents and their families. Staff members at Hidden Springs Senior Living and Sh ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, with residents of Bellaire at Stone Port, The Warren, and Journeys Crossing commenting on the pristine living areas and the staff's dedication to maintenance. Some communities, like TimberView Crossing, even have renova ...
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Thoughtful activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy a variety of activities offered at their communities, which provide opportunities for socialization and engagement. Activities mentioned in reviews include crafts, sing-alongs, outings, and group events at Bellaire at Stone Port, Hawksbill, and The Maynard.
Comfortable and homelike atmosphere. Reviews highlight the homelike setting and welcoming atmosphere at many senior living communities, such as Brookdale Harrisonburg, Bellaire at Stone Port, and The Maynard, which help residents feel at ease and comfortable in their new living arrangements.
Individualized care and attention. Reviews express appreciation for the personalized care and attention given to residents at communities like The Warren, Commonwealth Senior Living at Front Royal, and Journeys Crossing, where staff members cater to unique needs and ensure that residents receive the care they require.
Access to quality dining experiences. Residents value the quality dining experiences offered at their communities, with reviews mentioning delicious and nutritious meals at Brookdale Harrisonburg, Hidden Springs Senior Living, and The Warren. Some communities, like TimberView Crossing, even accommodate dietary restrictions a ...
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Dorcas review score based on 65 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 65 reviews of 32 Dorcas assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorcas 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

Dorcas review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Dorcas, WV32 facilities
8.4
Petersburg, WV39 facilities
8.4
Moorefield, WV49 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorcas 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 65 reviews of 32 Dorcas assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dorcas 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.
Dorcas, WV averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Dorcas assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorcas assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorcas, 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 Dorcas 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 Dorcas that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorcas, WVNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.9%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.4%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.3%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Dorcas 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 Dorcas Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorcas, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorcas 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 Dorcas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorcas, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorcas 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 Dorcas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorcas, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorcas 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 Dorcas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorcas, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
43.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dorcas

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 West Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dorcas protect seniors.
Learn about West Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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