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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Cedar Forest, VA
The cost of independent living in Cedar Forest is about $4,412 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 160 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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66 Floor plans available
9.6
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74 reviews
My friend has been in Memory Care for 7 years. She has been treated with respect. The staff seems to care about the residents. They even hug us!
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.
Growing a tradition of care! Heritage Green Assisted Living Community is a beautifully designed, single story building that caters to seniors that require assistance with activities of daily living but do not need skilled health care services. This 48-unit, 64 bed Assisted Living Community shares...
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8.4
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20 reviews
Cannot say enough good things! The very best care, love activities and food. The staff cares for my grandmother, like she is their own family! So happy she is at this location! Always happy when I am there
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.
Runk & Pratt Senior Living Communities is a family-owned and operated healthcare enterprise that has been devoted to providing quality service and care to seniors in the greater Lynchburg area since 1992. We are proud to be one of only 15% of the assisted living communities in Virginia who...
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8.4
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31 reviews
The heart of the staff at Liberty Ridge' Runk and Pratt wonderful. They are compassionate and patient. Though no senior care residence is perfect, they love the residents as they would their own family. ...
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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8.1
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From start to today, everything has been a good experience. Staff is friendly all the time and so willing to help. Bentley Commons offers individual apartments, daily activities and an overwhelming sense of...
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.
Mission Bentley Commons at Lynchburg is dedicated to providing a lifestyle that enhances the quality of each resident's life and creates an environment in which your loved ones receive the love and care he/she needs. Description Located in one of the most charming communities in the state of...
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My mother was approved for assisted living here, she was in rehab and then skilled care since October of last year. Initially, she was there for rehab and skilled care and then she got a little better, and...
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.
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.
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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I would tell others that the individual living spaces/units do not have the ability to control the room temperature. You have to be ok with it being either too hot or too cold. My loved one is also on a...
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 Cedar Forest, VA
The average cost of senior living in Cedar Forest is $4,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Amherst, VA with an average of $2,912 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cedar Forest, VA vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about independent living in Cedar Forest
Recent reviews for independent living in Cedar Forest
The Fields of Heritage Green in Lynchburg, VA
4.8
My Mom moved into Heritage Green Assisted Living in January, 2019 and has been very satisfied there. I have been very impressed with the staff and how they care for the residents. There is always some type of activity going on that Mom can participate in to keep herself occupied. The facility is ...
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Runk and Pratt at Liberty Ridge in Lynchburg, VA
4.4
My mom always comments about how helpful and friendly the staff are, they are just exceptional and bend over backwards. She never hesitates to ask for help because they are always so willing to help. The facility is in a beautiful setting, it is up on a mountain top with great views. We really ...
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Runk and Pratt at Leesville Road in Lynchburg, VA
5.0
My grandfather lives here, and we have been pleased from the start. Everyone is super friendly and attentive, and the building is very clean. [name removed] has been amazing and is always available when we have questions.
Cedar Forest independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cedar Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cedar Forest, 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 Cedar Forest 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 Cedar Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cedar Forest, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Cedar Forest 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 Cedar Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cedar Forest, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cedar Forest 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 Cedar Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cedar Forest, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Heritage Green Lynchburg, Runk and Pratt at Leesville Road and Runk and Pratt at Liberty Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cedar Forest, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Cedar Forest, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Cedar Forest, Virginia is Runk and Pratt at Leesville Road. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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