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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East Highland Park, VA

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The cost of independent living in East Highland Park is about $4,177 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 51 options. Read 1005 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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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.
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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
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 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...
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I had an opportunity to talk with someone the other day who was touring, and I told her I love it here and would recommend for anybody to come here. She should pack up her things and move right in! My...
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.
The Guardian Place is a senior housing community offering studio apartments and one and two bedroom apartment homes for active seniors in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia. Richmond is a town rife with American history and tradition. The stunning architecture, museums, and cobblestone streets...
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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.
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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 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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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, Senior Apartments
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.
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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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: 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.
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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: 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.
Enjoy carefree retirement living at The Arbors, an affordable senior apartment community for seniors 62 and better. This community boasts an excellent location near stores, churches, a senior center and two major hospitals. The city bus stops right in front and retail stores are within walking...
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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.
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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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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...
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.

Cost of independent living in East Highland Park, VA

The average cost of senior living in East Highland Park is $4,177 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,601 per month.

Independent living costs in East Highland Park, VA, vs. nearby cities

East Highland Park, VA
$4,177/mo
$4,183/mo
$4,235/mo

Independent living costs in East Highland Park, VA, vs. state and national averages

East Highland Park, VA
$4,177/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in East Highland Park, VA, vs. other senior living options

$5,246/mo
Independent Living
$4,177/mo

Independent living costs in East Highland Park, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,179/mo
Studio
$6,243/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,424/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,553/mo

Senior living costs in East Highland Park vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: East Highland Park, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Highland Park, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,177/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,082/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,246/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
East Highland Park, VA:$4,177/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
East Highland Park, VA:$5,082/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
East Highland Park, VA:$5,246/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in East Highland Park, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in East Highland Park and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in East Highland Park, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East Highland Park have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Highland Park, VA$3,151/mo$2,841/mo+10.9%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
East Highland Park, VA
2024 average cost:$3,151/mo
2023 average cost:$2,841/mo
Percent change:+10.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in East Highland Park

Recent reviews for independent living in East Highland Park

Shalom Gardens and Shalom Parkside in Richmond, VA

4.5
It's a fine place and they lots of activities and I like living there. I would definitely recommend this community to others

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.

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

5.0
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 about whether a patient had actually bathed or not, left her info private but respected ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Mixed experiences with staff and communication. Reviews mention the importance of effective communication between staff and families, with some reports of responsiveness and friendliness, while others highlight difficulties in getting staff to address concerns or respond to work orders in a timely manner. For instance, at Aspire at West End ...
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Varied food quality and dining experiences. Many reviews touch on the importance of good food and dining experiences in senior communities, with some residents expressing satisfaction with the quality and variety, while others report issues with the taste, temperature, and availability of meals. For example, at The Barclay at Tuckahoe, ...
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Safety concerns and maintenance issues. Reviews frequently raise concerns about safety, with some residents expressing worry about building security, while others report issues with maintenance and upkeep. For instance, at Legacy at Imperial Village, residents have reported broken elevators and doors, as well as infestations of pest ...
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Activities and social opportunities. Reviews highlight the importance of a variety of activities and social opportunities for seniors, with some communities offering a rich array of options, while others fall short. For example, at The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, residents praise the activities ...
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Independence and flexibility. Many reviews emphasize the importance of independence and flexibility for seniors, with some residents expressing appreciation for the ability to make their own choices, while others feel restricted or disappointed with the available options. For instance, at Aspire at West End, some residents ...
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Cost and value. Reviews frequently discuss the cost and value of senior living communities, with some residents expressing satisfaction with the affordability and value, while others feel that the cost does not justify the quality of care or services. For example, at Heritage Oaks, some residents feel that th ...
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East Highland Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Highland Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Highland Park, 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 East Highland Park 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 East Highland Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Highland Park, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in East Highland Park 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 East Highland Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Highland Park, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Highland Park 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 East Highland Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Highland Park, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.6%
46.4%
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