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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fontaine, VA

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Virginia is $4,048, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Fontaine area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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My Dad was first in Salem Terrace with Lewy Body dementia. My Mom was trying to keep the house but once she found out she had several TIAs she immediately decided that Salem Terrace was going to be new home....
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.
With commanding stunning vistas of the vibrant City of Salem and the mountains beyond, Salem Terrace at Harrogate is designed in a tradition reminiscent of a grand hotel or resort.At Salem Terrace at Harrogate, we offer a choice of floor plans and four levels of personal assistance, depending...
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My mother is doing much better since her move to this facility. I know people that lived here prior to her move in so I knew it was a good place. The food is very good and they try to do everything they can...
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
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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
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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
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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: 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
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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
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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.
Southfork is a senior living community located in Winston Salem, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Southfork we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and...
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My mom moved into Westchester Village several months ago and she absolutely loves it!! Her apartment is adorable with a kitchen and huge windows! She has a couple of beloved cats that she did not want to...
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.
You're going to love making your new home with us here at Westchester Village at Providence Place. We offer all the conveniences of a small village with many opportunities for you to enjoy an active, carefree, independent lifestyle with other older adults. Friendly, caring residents and staff...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Fontaine, VA

The average cost of senior living in Virginia is $4,048 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Virginia vs. 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 state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeVirginiaU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$4,048/mo$3,520/mo15.0% above national median
Assisted Living$6,344/mo$5,830/mo8.8% above national median
Memory Care$7,372/mo$6,999/mo5.3% above national median
Independent Living
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:15.0% above national median
Assisted Living
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:8.8% above national median
Memory Care
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.3% above national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Fontaine

Recent reviews for independent living in Fontaine

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Eden, NC

5.0
Bayberry Retirement Inn has been a great fit for my friend so far. We chose this community for its closeness and convenience. The facility itself is really nice. The staff are very friendly, and the meals are very good. My friend found the portion sizes to be too small, but when she mentioned ...
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The Oaks of Alamance in Burlington, NC

4.4
I would recommend this community to others. If there is no follow up by phone Dustin takes care of the issues and then will sometimes follow ups via email.

Gateway Place Apartments in Kernersville, NC

5.0
I truly am happy at Gateway Apts the staff is like family They are concerned, caring, and always a smile for you the apts are spacious clean modern and maintenance is just a call away and very prompt. I feel that the architecture of the buildings and the grounds are lovely This is my first ...
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Fontaine independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fontaine independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fontaine, 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 Fontaine 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 Fontaine partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fontaine, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
36%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.8%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Fontaine 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 Fontaine communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fontaine, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.9%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fontaine 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 Fontaine offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fontaine, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.3%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.9%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, Carolina Pines Retirement and Creekside Terrace are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fontaine, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 136 independent living facilities near Fontaine, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fontaine, Virginia are Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, Carolina Pines Retirement and Creekside Terrace. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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