10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gardners Crossroads, 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 Gardners Crossroads 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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Cost of independent living in Gardners Crossroads, 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 type	Virginia	U.S.	Cost difference
Independent Living	$4,048/mo	$3,520/mo	15.0% above national median
Assisted Living	$6,344/mo	$5,830/mo	8.8% above national median
Memory Care	$7,372/mo	$6,999/mo	5.3% 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 Gardners Crossroads

Recent reviews for independent living in Gardners Crossroads

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.

The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living in Mechanicsville, VA

4.5

The quality of care is very good, medications are administered as prescribed. Food is quite good but food service can be slow, likely difficulty in finding staff.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and supportive staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at The Barclay at Tuckahoe, families express appreciation for the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with the community's caregivers.

Active social environment with various activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered in communities, including outings, hobbies, and classes. At Discovery Village at the West End, residents participate in activities like gardening, game nights, and educational lectures.

Accessible and accommodating community layout. Many reviews highlight the easy accessibility and accommodating layout of communities, such as the wide hallways and wheelchair-friendly designs at The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living. These features help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all reside ...

High-quality and nutritious meals. Throughout reviews, the quality of the food and dining experiences stand out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Aspire at West End, the chef caters to individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring that every meal is enjoyable and fulfilling.

Well-maintained living spaces and grounds. Reviews often praise the cleanliness, upkeep, and maintenance of communities, such as the well-kept apartments and beautifully landscaped grounds at The Colonnades. Residents appreciate the attention to detail and commitment to providing a comfortable living environment.

Consistent communication between families and staff. Families value the ongoing, detailed conversations that community staff members have with residents and their families to keep everyone informed and address any concerns. At Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House, staff members hold regular meetings with seniors and their loved ones, both in person ...

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Gardners Crossroads independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gardners Crossroads independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gardners Crossroads, 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 Gardners Crossroads 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 Gardners Crossroads partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Gardners Crossroads, VANational

Nutritionist / dietician

35.5%

21.2%

Low / no sodium

41.3%

35.7%

No sugar

37%

32%

Vegetarian

34.8%

Pureed meals

24.6%

11.5%

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Availability of select dining options in Gardners Crossroads 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 Gardners Crossroads communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Gardners Crossroads, VANational

Professional chef

37.7%

37.5%

Restaurant style dining

44.2%

44.8%

Room service

33.3%

38.1%

Anytime dining

15.9%

17.8%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Gardners Crossroads 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 Gardners Crossroads offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Gardners Crossroads, VANational

Activity director

49.3%

46.4%

Pet-focused programs

34.8%

29.3%

Community service programs

31.9%

34.1%

Devotional activities on-site

51.4%

48.3%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

55.8%

50%

Outings / off-site activities

55.8%

54.9%

Piano or organ

43.5%

44.2%

Arts and crafts center

38.4%

39.6%

Educational speakers / life long learning

45.7%

42.9%

Clubs / games / karaoke

48.6%

48.3%

Live performances

50.7%

47.9%

Dances

37.7%

34.1%

Fitness center

31.9%

40.6%

Fitness classes

45.7%

47.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Verena at the Glen, Lake Forest at Swift Creek and Heritage Green Hanover are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gardners Crossroads, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 151 independent living facilities near Gardners Crossroads, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Gardners Crossroads, Virginia are Verena at the Glen, Heritage Green Hanover and Jubilation. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gardners Crossroads, VA

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