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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.
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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.
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3.0
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3.0
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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
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.
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...
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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
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.
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
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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
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: 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: 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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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
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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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4, only because the food isn't great and there was no real orientation for my mom; Introducing her to people.
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 Pemberton at University Park provides an independent living community to those interested in making Richmond, VA their home. This community offers a great place to live in a location that provides much to do and see. Richmond provides residents and guests with opportunities to visit the...
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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.
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, 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Ellerson, VA

The average cost of senior living in Ellerson is $4,260 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,601 per month.

Independent living costs in Ellerson, VA, vs. nearby cities

Ellerson, VA
$4,260/mo
$4,183/mo
$4,235/mo

Independent living costs in Ellerson, VA, vs. state and national averages

Ellerson, VA
$4,260/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Ellerson, VA, vs. other senior living options

$5,456/mo
Independent Living
$4,260/mo

Independent living costs in Ellerson, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,029/mo
Studio
$5,996/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,284/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,316/mo

Senior living costs in Ellerson 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: Ellerson, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEllerson, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,260/mo$4,621/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,236/mo$5,442/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,456/mo$5,453/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Ellerson, VA:$4,260/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Ellerson, VA:$5,236/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Ellerson, VA:$5,456/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Ellerson, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ellerson 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 Ellerson, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ellerson 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
Ellerson, VA$3,201/mo$2,868/mo+11.6%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ellerson, VA
2024 average cost:$3,201/mo
2023 average cost:$2,868/mo
Percent change:+11.6%
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 Ellerson

Recent reviews for independent living in Ellerson

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 quality of meals and dining experiences. Reviews for The Barclay at Tuckahoe, Heritage Oaks, and The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living mention varying opinions on the meal quality, with some residents expressing satisfaction while others mention room for improvement. At Discovery Village at the West E ...
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Proximity to health care facilities. Several reviews for communities like Aspire at West End, Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House, and Legacy at Imperial Village mention the convenience of being close to hospitals and clinics. This factor was important to some families, allowing for easier access to medical care for their loved ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews show appreciation for the caring nature of staff members at various communities. For instance, Aspire at West End, The Barclay at Tuckahoe, and Legacy at Imperial Village all have mentions of friendly and helpful staff that are always ready to lend a helping hand.
Activities tailored to residents' interests. Residents at Aspire at West End, The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, and Discovery Village at the West End enjoy a range of activities, some of which are tailored to their specific interests. These activities include crafts, movies, and day trips, keeping sen ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of living spaces. Community reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority. Residents of Aspire at West End, Heritage Oaks, and The Barclay at Tuckahoe praise the cleanliness of their private rooms and communal areas. However, some reviews for Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House and Legacy at Imperi ...
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Communication between families and staff. Good communication between families and staff was noted in several reviews for communities like The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, Aspire at West End, and Legacy at Imperial Village. Regular updates and clear dialogue help families feel informed and reassure ...
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Ellerson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellerson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellerson, 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 Ellerson 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 Ellerson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellerson, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellerson 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 Ellerson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellerson, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellerson 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 Ellerson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellerson, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sancerre Atlee Station, The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living and Sunrise of Richmond are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ellerson, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 50 independent living facilities near Ellerson, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Ellerson, Virginia is Aspire at West End. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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