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The cost of independent living in Ashland is about $3,986 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 299 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.

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Photo of Sunrise of RichmondCommunity card badge
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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74 reviews
9.9
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74 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
34%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
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I can't recommend this place enough. The staff is friendly, responsive, and dedicated to caring for their residents. The facility is well-maintained. Having my loved ones here has been a blessing and 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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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1414 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.5
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171 reviews
9.5
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171 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
18%
3 star
2%
2 star
1%
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1%
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Overall, our experience at Westmont has actually been very positive. When our father transferred to a memory care unit, we initially did not think that that was a great idea. Very soon we realized that we...
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.
Experience Senior Care at The Westmont at Short PumpSurrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and small-town charm in Glen Allen, Virginia, The Westmont at Short Pump stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Fredericksburg, our senior housing offers a...
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Photo of Aspire at West End
2020 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.3
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27 reviews
9.3
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27 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
30%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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I have only lived here for 3 months & so far I have enjoyed living here. There amenities are plentiful & the Apartments are beautiful. The staff are helpful & the food is excellent. The residents are so...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Morningside in the West End
1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.6
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50 reviews
8.6
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50 reviews
5 star
48%
4 star
28%
3 star
16%
2 star
6%
1 star
2%
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I like that it feels cozy. Not big and impersonal like one place I visited. I like that it's not big, that it's older - so lower ceilings, established plantings. My mother is not overwhelmed by the spaces....
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.
With five levels of care to better match the services our residents need, our community also offers a special memory impairment neighborhood called the Gardens. We offer Five Star service delivered in a family-like atmosphere, setting us apart from other providers. For more than seven years, we...
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1313 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.7
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6 reviews
7.7
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6 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
17%
3 star
17%
2 star
0%
1 star
17%
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The facility is fabulous but the staff and healthcare workers are remarkable. I am Over The Top pleased with the care my brother is receiving at Sancerre. He adjusted quite nicely to moving from his own...
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.
Sancerre Atlee Station is a vibrant and modern senior living community in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Our community will offer 103 accommodations for assisted living and memory care residents, specifically designed to meet their unique needs.At Sancerre Atlee Station, we understand the importance...
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1818 Photos available
7.5
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18 reviews
7.5
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18 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
28%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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By & large this is a friendly and safe place to live in. It lacks recreational areas, a theater, a community/lecture room and the cultural and recreational trips are few and far in between. Likewise...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
You’ll love coming home to your independent living, garden apartment in Verena at the Glen. Our grounds are brimming with butterflies and hummingbirds. From chef-prepared meals to housekeeping services, scheduled transportation, and exciting social activities, we take care of everything so you...
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11 Photo available
7.3
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8 reviews
7.3
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8 reviews
5 star
25%
4 star
0%
3 star
25%
2 star
25%
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The facility is awesome. Their staff is very informative and friendly. They clean up very good. They take good care of mom. They love her and she loves them. The food is definitely on point. I would...
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.
The decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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5 star
44%
4 star
14%
3 star
14%
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14%
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Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...
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5 star
42%
4 star
8%
3 star
25%
2 star
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We chose The Atlantic at Twin Hickory Glen because of the price and availability. The apartments here are good size. It is in a very nice area with a lot of convenient things near by such as shopping,...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Here at The Atlantic at Twin Hickory we offer distinctive retirement living in a great location.  Just minutes from Short Pump Mall, you are located in the Heartbeat of Glen Allen.  We have one bedroom with one bath apartments, and also two bedroom with two bath apartments...
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Cost of independent living in Ashland, VA

The average cost of senior living in Ashland is $3,986 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $2,983 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ashland, VA vs. nearby cities

Ashland, VA
$3,986/mo
$4,035/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ashland, VA vs. the state and national average

Ashland, VA
$3,986/mo
U.S. national average
$4,144/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ashland vs. other types of senior living

$5,426/mo
Independent Living
$3,986/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ashland, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,168/mo
Studio
$5,316/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,603/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,719/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Ashland over time

Ashland, VAVA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Ashland

Recent reviews for independent living in Ashland

Heritage Oaks in Richmond, VA

4.0
I would recommend Heritage Oaks to others. However, if the resident has any serious medical conditions this is not the place for them. Otherwise, it is a nice place to live.

Legacy at Imperial Village in Richmond, VA

4.9
My family doesn't have any problems with the community they like because I like living here . Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend the Legacy at Imperial Village community to other families.

Guardian Place in Richmond, VA

5.0
We recently moved to Richmond. Guardian has been wonderful for our Mom. She is very happy there. Caring management and fast friendly attention to unavoidable maintenance.

Ashland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashland, 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 Ashland 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 Ashland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ashland, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
44.4%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashland 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 Ashland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ashland, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ashland 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 Ashland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ashland, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.6%
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Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and The Westmont at Short Pump Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ashland, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Ashland, Virginia. See the full list.

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