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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Blessing, VA
The cost of independent living in Blessing is about $4,524 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 14 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 Wytheville, Galax and Marion.
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8.8
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9 reviews
After touring a few different places, Dogwood Crossing was the only place my step father actually liked and felt like he would be comfortable staying there. The facility is very well kept with a homey feel...
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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7.5
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4 reviews
Carrington Place was a great place for my mother while she was there. She unfortunately passed only a few weeks after being there. They did a great job taking care of her and keeping her in good spirits, and...
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Westwood Center is a Genesis assisted living community located in Bluefield, Virginia. Known as Virginia's Tallest Town, the city is nestled in the heights of the Appalachian Mountains and features unparalleled fishing, skiing, and hiking opportunities as well as easy access to airports, 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.
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Cost of independent living in Blessing, VA
The average cost of senior living in Blessing is $4,524 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,161 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Blessing, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Blessing, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Blessing, VA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Blessing
Recent reviews for independent living in Blessing
Dogwood Crossing in Tazewell, VA
4.5
The care they give him. For the most part, they have a good crew taking care of him and them except for a certain two people. Everyone seems to be very friendly and ask if I need anything. They are very hospitable and that is very much appreciated. A couple of my husbands friends went to see him ...
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Carrington Place at Wytheville
5.0
I'm just going to make it easy and give them a 5 for all of the above. Carrington Place at Wytheville community was great, I never had any issues. Most of all, my mother was happy while she was there. That's all I could ask for.
Blessing independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blessing independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blessing, 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 Blessing 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 Blessing partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blessing, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Blessing 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 Blessing communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blessing, VANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blessing 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 Blessing offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blessing, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.7%
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Dogwood Crossing, Carrington Place at Wytheville and The Lexington of Tazewell are the top-rated independent living facilities near Blessing, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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