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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Ajax, VA
The cost of independent living in Ajax is about $3,337 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 37 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bedford, Rocky Mount and Gretna.
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Not a lot of options for activities in memory care like they have in assisted living. Spacious facility with large rooms and private baths This is the main reason I chose them. The TV room is big, it's a...
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.
Located in the heart of the quaint and historic Bedford, Virginia home of the D-Day Memorial. Centered right between Roanoke and Lynchburg, 30 minutes each way. Also, only 30 min from Smith Mountain Lake Virginia.Carriage Hill Retirement is more than just a retirement community. Offering...
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Runk and Pratt is a 5 on all categories, except activities which I can't rate because unfortunately my family member is not able to participate. For value, I would say the cost is on the high side but...
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
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, 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.
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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 independent living in Ajax, VA
The average cost of senior living in Ajax is $3,337 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hurt, VA with an average of $3,029 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ajax, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ajax, VA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ajax vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ajax, VA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Ajax
Recent reviews for independent living in Ajax
Runk and Pratt at Smith Moutain Lake in Hardy, VA
4.5
Very clean cheerful place
Good care
Food could use a little umph
Carriage Hill Retirement in Bedford, VA
5.0
Overall quite pleased with all the above items. Very pleased with the reception we received. They were very knowledgeable of all subject matter we discussed and concerned with.
Ajax independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ajax independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ajax, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ajax independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ajax partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ajax, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ajax independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ajax communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ajax, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ajax independent 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 independent living communities in Ajax offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ajax, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Hill Retirement, Runk and Pratt at Smith Moutain Lake and Oak Grove Residential Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ajax, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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