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The cost of independent living in Dolphin is about $3,875 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 59 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.

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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.
Essene Inc. is a state licensed home for adults nestled on 14 acres of beautiful rolling hills covered in large oak trees with a 1 mile walking trail. Essene is located in a crime free area with a back to nature ambiance. Offering naturally grown food and pollutant free Artesian well water. We...
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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.
Rich Square Villa offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when required, and freedom when desired. Residency...
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 Woodland, Inc. is an assisted living community located in Farmville, VA. Farmville is split between Cumberland and Prince Edward Counties and is home to just over 8,200 people. Farmville is a small town with a state park, hiking trails and the Appomattox River where active residents will love...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Dolphin, VA

The average cost of senior living in Dolphin is $3,875 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,547 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dolphin, VA vs. nearby cities

Dolphin, VA
$3,824/mo
$3,030/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dolphin, VA vs. the state and national average

Dolphin, VA
$3,824/mo
U.S. national average
$4,037/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dolphin vs. other types of senior living

$4,598/mo
Independent Living
$3,824/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dolphin, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,470/mo
Studio
$5,203/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,283/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,383/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dolphin over time

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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%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.4%
32.9%
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%
35.8%
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%
44.3%
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%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
35.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
22%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.9%
45.8%
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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 59 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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