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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dolphin, VA
The cost of independent living in Dolphin is about $3,819 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 65 options. Read 987 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 South Hill, Lawrenceville and Blackstone.
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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.
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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: 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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Hampton Manor offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Hampton Manor, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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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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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.
Bayberry Retirement Inn offers a cozy homelike atmosphere. From the moment you enter Bayberry you feel the welcome warmth of home. Friendly and caring staff members, who know your name and needs, are available to assist you 24/7/365. At Bayberry we keep it simple. One low monthly rate includes...
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees and...
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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.
Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few of...
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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.
Fillmore Place is inner-city urban home which helps people that may be difficult to place due to diagnosis and financial resources. The facility specializes in the care of individuals with chronic mental health disabilities. We are able to work with clients who have a diagnosis of...
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
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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: 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.
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.
Nestled in a quaint, private setting, Dunlop Farms Senior Apartment Community redefines active independent living for adults 55 and older. Two bedroom cottages are on one level and are clustered in courtyard neighborhoods. Residents enjoy a host of activities from raised gardening to potluck...
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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: 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.
The Park at Ridgedale leaves nothing to be desired!Enjoy a renewed sense of freedom with maintenance free-living. Sit back and relax as you watch the evenings come to an end in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. For your convenience we are within walking distance of Martins grocery store and...
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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.
The Atlantic at Charter Colony is set in the heart of Midlothian, Chesterfield County, VA and is considered to be one of Virginia's best 55+ senior independent housing communities. Our tight-knit community is located just a few minutes from a wide variety of shops and entertainment possibilities,...
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.
The beautiful 2 Bedroom one-story cottage style apartments at Forest Creek are exclusively for seniors 55+. Free gas heat/ water and a wireless emergency response system are included in the two bedroom apartments. Forest Creek is conveniently located off Ironbridge Road with Chippenham Parkway...
Cost of independent living in Dolphin, VA
The average cost of senior living in Dolphin is $3,819 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,671 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dolphin, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dolphin, VA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Dolphin
Recent reviews for independent living in Dolphin
Brookdale Midlothian
5.0
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.
Petersburg Home For Ladies
4.9
This is my first experience with assisted living as far as Alzheimers and from the various places I visited, this is by far the best place I saw, even halfway done you could see it was better. They have been great, there's only 9 patients on that wing right now, they're doing a good job. There's ...
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Brandywine at Midlothian in North Chesterfield, VA
4.6
My only complain is they need to answer emails from family members faster. But overall the facility is really fantastic. And my mom is happy there.
Dolphin independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dolphin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dolphin, 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 Dolphin 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 Dolphin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dolphin, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
27.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dolphin 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 Dolphin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dolphin, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.6%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
16.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dolphin 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 Dolphin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dolphin, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
39%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
22%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.9%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise at Bon Air, Dunlop House and The Village At Woods Edge a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dolphin, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 65 independent living facilities near Dolphin, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Dolphin, Virginia is Sunrise at Bon Air. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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