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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Boston, VA
The cost of independent living in Boston is about $4,379 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 32 options. Read 325 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 Exmore, Onancock and Onley.
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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.
The Chesapeake retirement community boasts a spacious 35-acre campus in the heart of Newport News, Virginia. Residents enjoy a multitude of opportunities to live active, healthy, fulfilling lives while simultaenously planning for their future health care needs. Choosing from spacious...
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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Amazing Place. Staff are friendly and the administrator is very cooperative. I feel Like I am home. My Son is so happy and very satisfied. He said the place is much much better with the new owner and new...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Boston, VA
The average cost of senior living in Boston is $4,379 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cape Charles, VA with an average of $2,887 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Boston, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Boston, VA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Boston vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Boston, VA by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Boston over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Boston
Recent reviews for independent living in Boston
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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Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock
3.5
We chose Commonwealth because they were the best that we were able to find in the area and they are also a veteran oriented facility. I do think it is a good facility, but unfortunately dad was not here long enough to get acclimated.
Overture Virginia Beach 62+ Apartment Homes
4.5
This is a beautiful community and well maintained. The staff seem to be very responsive. There are a lot activities available on site and they have gone virtual via Zoom due to the pandemic. This is a place I enjoy living.
Boston independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Boston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Boston, 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 Boston 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 Boston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Boston, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Boston 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 Boston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Boston, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Boston 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 Boston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Boston, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.4%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.6%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.6%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham, Colonial Harbor and Warwick Forest, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Boston, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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