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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dorset Woods, VA
The cost of independent living in Dorset Woods is about $4,031 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 71 options. Read 1703 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 Richmond, Midlothian and Glen Allen.
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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: 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.
The ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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We chose The Atlantic at Twin Hickory Glen because of the price and availability. The apartments here are good size. It is in a very nice area with a lot of convenient things near by such as shopping,...
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.
Here at The Atlantic at Twin Hickory we offer distinctive retirement living in a great location. Just minutes from Short Pump Mall, you are located in the Heartbeat of Glen Allen. We have one bedroom with one bath apartments, and also two bedroom with two bath apartments...
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Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...
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.
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We have been very pleased with everyone. They have been very accommodating to my aunts needs. We are just real pleased. I would recommend The Hermitage. The facility is very clean. The staff is very friendly...
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.
The Hermitage is an assisted living residence in historic Richmond, Virginia. It is conveniently located just off I-64 and is near Joseph Bryan Park. The Science Museum of Virginia is located a couple of miles to the south of The Hermitage. The residence sits on an expansive lawn with lilac...
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.
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: 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.
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
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
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
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: 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.
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.
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St. Francis Home is a non-profit and I thought it was okay. They still offered bingo and things like that but hey didn't have a way for my mother to go out to lunch to the store or anything like that. They...
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: 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.
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: 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 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 Dorset Woods, VA
The average cost of senior living in Dorset Woods is $4,031 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,547 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorset Woods, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorset Woods, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dorset Woods, VA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Dorset Woods
Recent reviews for independent living in Dorset Woods
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.
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.
Guardian Place in Richmond, VA
5.0
We recently moved to Richmond. Guardian has been wonderful for our Mom. She is very happy there. Caring management and fast friendly attention to unavoidable maintenance.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Throughout the reviews, the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff is consistently mentioned. At The Westmont at Short Pump Community, the staff are described as dedicated and welcoming, going above and beyond to make residents feel at home. At Aspire at West End, the staff communication ...
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Variety of activities and outings. Reviews often highlight the range of activities and outings offered at the communities. For instance, at Heritage Oaks, residents enjoy trying new crafts and attending RUI university courses, while at Legacy at Imperial Village, residents appreciate the community bus that takes them to docto ...
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High-quality food and dining options. The food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Barrington at Hioaks, the food is described as delicious and the options are appreciated for their variety. At Aspire at West End, the staff are praised for making omelettes in front of residents durin ...
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Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities and apartments. At Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House, the apartments are described as nice and the staff do a good job keeping them clean. At Legacy at Imperial Village, the community is under renovation and is praised ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is appreciated by many reviewers. At Elance at Tuckahoe, families are grateful for the staff's prompt responses to inquiries and concerns. At Aspire at West End, the staff are commended for their openness to discussing the communit ...
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Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews often mention the sense of community and family among residents. At The Barrington at Hioaks, residents love showing off their crafts and talking about their experiences with their neighbors. At The Westmont at Short Pump Community, family members express their happiness with the com ...
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Dorset Woods independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorset Woods independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorset Woods, 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 Dorset Woods 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 Dorset Woods partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorset Woods, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.9%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorset Woods 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 Dorset Woods communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorset Woods, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorset Woods 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 Dorset Woods offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorset Woods, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
45.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.8%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.2%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.7%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and Aspire at West End are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dorset Woods, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 71 independent living facilities near Dorset Woods, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dorset Woods, Virginia are Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and The Westmont at Short Pump Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Dorset Woods
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- Glen Allen, Virginia
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- Chester, Virginia
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- Colonial Heights, Virginia
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- Short Pump, Virginia
- Hanover, Virginia
- Tuckahoe, Virginia
- Goochland, Virginia
- Moseley, Virginia
- Woodlake, Virginia
- Bon Air, Virginia
- Gayton, Virginia
- Innsbrook, Virginia
- Montpelier, Virginia
- Sandston, Virginia
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