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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Contra, VA
The cost of independent living in Contra is about $3,969 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 167 options. Read 2593 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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8.4
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21 reviews
A place for mom made finding a nursing home for my friend [name removed]much easier and it ended up being a good place all the way until the end of my friends life. I have recommended a place for mom to...
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.
Commonwealth Assisted Living at Chesterfield is an assisted living community serving individuals in Chesterfield, Chesterfield County, Virginia. We're located within a few minutes of Collegiate School Aquatics Center, several specialty shops, various medical facilities and schools, as well as...
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8.3
Review score
77 reviews
I can't speak on the meals or dining, have not eaten there since Commonwealth took over. As far as activities, there are activities listed on the board in memory care are not being done while I am visiting....
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.
We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Virtual Tour set up let us know. We look forward to you experiencing our Seaton Chesterfield community without having to leave your home!Seaton...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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33 Floor plans available
8.3
Review score
71 reviews
I would say it has been overall a very positive experience for my uncle and I would choose it again after him being there for a few months now.
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.
If you’ve reached the time in your life where you’re ready to leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else and enjoy life, then our community in the historic city of Midlothian, Va., is ready and waiting for you. Our community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and...
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8.3
Review score
49 reviews
This place is very nice, generally. The food is awful and is a major complaint. Menu and attentive selections are just terrible. Many times the food is just inedible. Very poor offerings to the elderly...
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 Crossings at Bon Air is a 17.6-acre campus that features rental independent living apartments, assisted living apartments, memory care apartments and short stay respite living. Residents of our community enjoy extensive in unit amenities, such as full kitchens, washer/dryers and weekly...
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8.3
Review score
43 reviews
Everyone is very cordial and friendly. My father is in memory care and is kept active and engaged. The staff pays attention to all the members of this community and every staff members from other divisions...
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.
Independence and Peace of Mind are important to us and encouraged by Morningside's features and services. Morningside's Levels of Care Program ensures that residents receive the care they need and pay only for the services they require. This allows residents to remain within the community as...
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8.2
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37 reviews
Very nice facility and staff. My mom is quite happy there. The food was really good at first but it is now contracted out and so depending on who is cooking it varies. They have a good activities director...
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.
Dear Friends: Greenfield Senior Living's mission has long been to transform the senior living experience. When we began some ten years ago, we believed assisted living was something more than just providing a place for seniors to live. We created a place where choice and the experience of...
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8.2
Review score
29 reviews
The regular staff make sure they make you feel like family as much as possible. Every one has been supportive and helpful. I would definitely recommend The Crossings at Ironbridge to others.
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.
The Crossings at Ironbridge is a state-of-the-art community for seniors looking for the best in assisted living and memory care. Our spacious suites and apartments accommodate both your needs and your budget. Each suite features large, bright windows, ample storage and a large private bathroom....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
Review score
53 reviews
A beautiful and friendly facility for much less than others. Apartments are a great size, and everything seemed perfect and ideal.
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.
Dogwood Terrace provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds within an upscale location in the west end of Richmond, you'll love your quiet home in the heart of it all. We're just a short distance from shopping, restaurants, healthcare...
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8.0
Review score
8 reviews
I would definitely give Spring Arbor an overall rating of 5. My mother-in-law loves her a Respite visits. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families! Their staff is great. They are considerate...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
About Virginia Greens in Williamsburg, VirginiaVirginia Greens Retirement is Williamsburg, Virginia’s premier independent living community. The community comprises 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three-bedroom suites, and a variety of floor...
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8.0
Review score
1 review
Excellent environment. Caring staff and priced to afford. Shout out to [names removed] and all others who have shown my father real compassion. The facility is clean and quiet. Cafeteria staff with [name...
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.
WELCOME TO INDEPENDENT LIVING AT AUGUST HEALTHCARE
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
Review score
15 reviews
I think it's a wonderful community. The people are friendly, very very clean and they seem to really care about the people they take care of. It's just fit our needs and they had an opening. It was like it...
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.
Discovery Commons at Wildewood is an assisted living community located in California, St. Mary's County, Maryland. This is natures paradise, surrounded by lush bushes and wildlife our community has a resort feel with a very clean, comfortable atmosphere.We are a very active community which also...
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8.0
Review score
3 reviews
Our of all the communities in the area we had looked at, Tuckahoe Pines is newer and everything seems very clean and they offer great amenities. There is staff on site if your loved one needs assistance. We...
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.
Tuckahoe Pines, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Patterson Avenue in Richmond. We look forward to opening brand new Summer of 2021! Tuckahoe Pines will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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88 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
9 reviews
I have recommended it to a few!I looked at 6 different places for my dad. When I walked into Spring Arbor, I was greeted by staff who were happy and pleasant. Two staff members met in the hall to have a chat...
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.
Spring Arbor of Salisbury Residential Assisted Living opened in 2007 with a variety of apartments ranging from studios, different styles of one bedroom/living room suites, and two bedroom apartments. We are a single level building in a lovely residential neighborhood on a quiet street but still...
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88 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
62 reviews
Commonwealth was a Godsend after [facility name removed] sold to Charter. I had to remove my father from Charter as the care after Covid (and probably during) went downhill. Commonwealth was a wonderful...
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.
Say goodbye to lawn care, painting, and repair projects, and say hello to engaging activities and social opportunities, chef-prepared meals, scheduled transportation, home services and more.At Commonwealth of Williamsburg you can relax and enjoy living in an active adult community unlike any...
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33 Floor plans available
7.9
Review score
24 reviews
While the food good be a little better, the atmosphere it is served in excellent! We would definitely recommend Elance at Tuckahoe to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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2121 Floor plans available
7.7
Review score
63 reviews
I would say that it is a pretty good place for a loved one that can take care of them selves. [name removed] may have to go into the next step can't afford a caregiver but he can't take care of himself...
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.
The Virginian provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in a charming, quiet area on the south side of Richmond, you'll enjoy a beautiful home conveniently located in the heart of the south. Residents have so much to explore in a state capital rich in...
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7.7
Review score
6 reviews
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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7.5
Review score
1 review
The staff that I’ve met so far does a good job in providing all my needs. By being a new complex there are some things they are working on. It’s a nice and pleasant neighborhood and the people I’ve met so...
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.
VIBRANT 55+ ALL-INCLUSIVE LIVING IN RICHMOND, VIRGINIAWelcome to The Compass at Springdale Park a BRAND NEW ALL-INCLUSIVE ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY IN EASTERN HENRICO, for ACTIVE 55+ ADULTS who want to upgrade their lifestyle while downsizing their hassle. Our BRAND-NEW MIXED-USE COMMUNITY in...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.5
Review score
18 reviews
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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7.5
Review score
25 reviews
The staff at Discovery are so attentive to everyone. On day one with moving my dad there into the memory care, everyone we were introduced to remembered our names and remembered things about us. They give my...
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.
Nestled in the vibrant community of the West End since 2013, Discovery Village at the West End stands as a premier destination for those seeking an engaging and enriching lifestyle. This remarkable community combines luxurious living with a focus on wellness, providing residents with a supportive...
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33 Floor plans available
7.4
Review score
12 reviews
There are a small number of apartments at Anthology, so my 91 year old mother has been able to make friends quickly. She is not overwhelmed. The staff is caring and willing to do extras for the residents. ...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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2222 Floor plans available
7.3
Review score
43 reviews
When we were there there was some kind of sewer/water issue. I imagine that was fixed! Otherwise the care she got was fine. We were only there a short time. Our family would recommend Harmony on the...
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.
Welcome to Harmony on the PeninsulaAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Yorktown, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to keep...
The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care
8227 Meadowbridge Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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2424 Floor plans available
7.3
Review score
61 reviews
The staff at The Harmony Collection at Hanover are friendly and willing to work with families. The facility is bright and cheerful and the rooms are spacious. The housekeeping is okay. The rooms seem to be...
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at HanoverAssisted Living and Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Mechanicsville, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
11 Photo available
7.3
Review score
8 reviews
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...
Cost of independent living in Contra, VA
The average cost of senior living in Contra is $3,969 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $2,988 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Contra, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Contra, VA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Contra
Recent reviews for independent living in Contra
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.
Spring Arbor of Williamsburg
4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.
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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at the communities, with residents describing their new neighbors and staff as friendly and helpful. For example, at Verena at The Reserve, residents have made numerous friends since moving in and feel a strong sense of community. The staf ...
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Highly accommodating staff. Reviews across different communities highlight the helpfulness and accommodating nature of the staff. At Verena at The Reserve, staff members go above and beyond to assist residents, making moves easier and ensuring that individual needs are met. Some residents have even mentioned that staff h ...
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Variety of activities to encourage socialization. Communities offer a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active, with many residents describing the social opportunities as a highlight of their experience. For example, at Verena at The Reserve, residents participate in weekly activities, such as crafts, group exercises, and meal ...
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Highly communicative staff. Reviews consistently praise the clear and detailed communication between staff and family members. At Verena at The Reserve, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones to keep everyone informed and ensure that care needs are being met. This consiste ...
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Delicious and personalized meal options. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Verena at The Reserve, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that residents look forward to mealtimes every day. The personalized approach to meals helps to make ...
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Well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are important considerations for many residents, and communities are praised for their well-maintained living spaces. At Verena at The Reserve, the private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces are kept in pristine condition, making the community feel like a home awa ...
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Contra independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Contra independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Contra, 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 Contra 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 Contra partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Contra, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.7%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.1%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.6%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.4%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Contra 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 Contra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Contra, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.9%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.1%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
30.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Contra 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 Contra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Contra, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.2%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.7%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.9%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.6%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.8%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.9%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.7%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.2%
45.7%
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