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The cost of independent living in Birdsnest is about $4,533 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 110 options. Read 2103 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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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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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.
Live the Charmed Life at Marian Manor! Our beautiful assisted living community has served the Virginia Beach area for over 35 years with quality, compassionate care and an exciting lifestyle for seniors. A licensed nurse is on-site and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Multiple 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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Provides: Independent Living
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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
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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The community has been in the area for a very long time. The aesthetics don't have the newer decorations like new communities, and it is a little bit on the older side for decor. I believe they should have...
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.
If you are seeking a senior living community in Virginia Beach, Virginia to provide exceptional care and individualized attention to your loved one then look no further than Our Lady of Perpetual Help. We are sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and committed to extensive assisted...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I absolutely recommend this property to other families that are looking into their options, without a doubt. It was a little adjustment for my father, but he thoroughly enjoys the facility there and the...
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.
Shepherd's Village at Park Avenue is an assisted living community located in Norfolk, Virginia. Our property offers several walking paths on a beautifully landscaped property within minutes of area medical centers, churches, shops, and restaurants. You'll enjoy customized care with outstanding...
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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.
Enjoy refined living with an active lifestyle at Harbor’s Edge, a full-service, premier LifeCare retirement community in Norfolk, Virginia. With an elegant setting and amenities that surpass many fine hotels, Harbor’s Edge’s greatest luxury is flexibility. Our residents enjoy a range of choice in...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Staff was really friendly and helpful. It's a great place to live. Home environment based, safe and secure establishment. We are happy with the choice we made.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Jamestown Commons is a senior housing community in the ocean-side city of Virginia Beach, VA. Our welcoming 55+ community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood near the College Park Square Shopping Center and U.S. Highway 13, providing easy access to services, shopping and the nearby...
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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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Greenbrier, you will find the retirement setting you have always wanted. In this senior apartment community, for adults 55+, you will be surrounded by friends and a maintenance-free environment. With roomy two-bedroom apartments, Greenbrier is located on Ring Road, adjacent to Greenbrier Mall....
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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.

Cost of independent living in Birdsnest, VA

The average cost of senior living in Birdsnest is $4,533 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saxis, VA with an average of $3,773 per month.

Independent living costs in Birdsnest, VA, vs. nearby cities

Birdsnest, VA
$4,533/mo
$4,510/mo

Independent living costs in Birdsnest, VA, vs. state and national averages

Birdsnest, VA
$4,533/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Birdsnest, VA, vs. other senior living options

$5,216/mo
Independent Living
$4,533/mo

Independent living costs in Birdsnest, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,331/mo
Studio
$5,569/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,618/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,301/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,995/mo

Senior living costs in Birdsnest 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: Birdsnest, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBirdsnest, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,533/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,164/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,216/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Birdsnest, VA:$4,533/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Birdsnest, VA:$5,164/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Birdsnest, VA:$5,216/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Birdsnest, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Birdsnest 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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Independent living cost trends in Birdsnest, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Birdsnest 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
Birdsnest, VA$3,549/mo$3,239/mo+9.6%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Birdsnest, VA
2024 average cost:$3,549/mo
2023 average cost:$3,239/mo
Percent change:+9.6%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Birdsnest

Recent reviews for independent living in Birdsnest

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
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Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

Karolwood Gardens Norfolk

4.6
My loved one was previously a resident at Karolwood Gardens Norfolk and the overall experience was great for her at this facility. The staff, care services and friendliness were all great. The cleanliness, meals and activities were good. Based on our experience, I would recommend Karolwood ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Multiple reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at the community, with residents and staff creating a sense of family. At Verena at The Reserve, newcomers are greeted with open arms and feel part of the community right away. 'The Best Place to Live' summarizes it well.
Delicious and varied meal options. Residents at various communities, including Verena at The Reserve and Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living, express their satisfaction with the quality and diversity of the meal offerings. Chefs cater to dietary needs and preferences, making every meal a delight.
Engaging social activities. Social activities are a hit among residents, with opportunities for traveling to grocery stores, attending movie nights, and participating in clubs. Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living offers a variety of activities for residents to stay engaged and active.
Spacious and well-appointed apartments. Reviews for The Talbot on Granby and Bay Lake Community note the spaciousness and nice amenities in the apartments. Residents appreciate having a full kitchen and washer/dryer in their units, making their living space feel more like home.
Dedicated and caring staff. The commitment and care of the staff is a recurring theme in several reviews, with Harmony at Independence and Colonial Harbor praising their experiences. Staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents receive the care and attention they need.
Continuous improvements and updates. Communities, such as Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living, are constantly striving to enhance the living experience for their residents. This includes updates like newly built assisted living facilities and ongoing facility improvements.
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Birdsnest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Birdsnest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Birdsnest, 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 Birdsnest 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 Birdsnest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Birdsnest, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Birdsnest 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 Birdsnest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Birdsnest, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Birdsnest 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 Birdsnest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Birdsnest, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
48%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
39%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48%
46.4%
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Verena at The Reserve, The Reserve at Greenbrier and Bay Lake Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Birdsnest, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 110 independent living facilities near Birdsnest, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Birdsnest, Virginia are Verena at The Reserve, Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living and The Waterford at Virginia Beach. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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