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The cost of independent living in Gardners Crossroads is about $4,377 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 154 options. Read 3114 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
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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.
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.
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The community provides activities such as entertainment musicians, exercise classes, they take the residents outside frequently. Food is very good. I would rate the room sizes a 4. The staff really stood out...
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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.
At Greenfield of Fredericksburg, we provide care for your loved ones and, at the same time, help them maintain their independence. Our beautiful, clean neighborhood-style assisted living community looks and feels like home, ensuring our residents' comfort while we provide the care they need. In...
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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.
The Park at Ridgedale leaves nothing to be desired!Enjoy a renewed sense of freedom with maintenance free-living. Sit back and relax as you watch the evenings come to an end in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. For your convenience we are within walking distance of Martins grocery store and...
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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.
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.
Take a look at the latest in senior apartment living in Fredericksburg. English Oaks offers cottage style apartments for seniors 55+. One and two-bedroom options are available accompanied by kitchens with the newest appliances, roomy closets and a patio. The one-story, residential design with...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
A welcoming atmosphere fills the hallways, dining room, and other areas as residents of Culpeper Baptist Retirement Community enjoy numerous programs and offerings that cater to their individual wellness, social, intellectual and spiritual needs.  Residents enjoy living in comfortable...
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.
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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.
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: 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.
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.
 Beaver Hill Village is an active 55+ community of 43 units in a neat, quiet and peaceful manufactured home community.  It has a pastoral and lake setting with the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop.  It is only just west of the University of...
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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.
Nestled in a quaint, private setting, Dunlop Farms Senior Apartment Community redefines active independent living for adults 55 and older. Two bedroom cottages are on one level and are clustered in courtyard neighborhoods. Residents enjoy a host of activities from raised gardening to potluck...

Cost of independent living in Gardners Crossroads, VA

The average cost of senior living in Gardners Crossroads is $4,377 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fredericksburg, VA with an average of $3,809 per month.

Independent living costs in Gardners Crossroads, VA, vs. nearby cities

Gardners Crossroads, VA
$4,377/mo
$4,408/mo
$4,669/mo

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

Gardners Crossroads, VA
$4,377/mo
U.S. national average
$4,163/mo

Independent living costs in Gardners Crossroads, VA, vs. other senior living options

$5,542/mo
Independent Living
$4,377/mo

Independent living costs in Gardners Crossroads, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,105/mo
Studio
$5,868/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,866/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,903/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,232/mo

Senior living costs in Gardners Crossroads 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: Gardners Crossroads, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGardners Crossroads, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,377/mo$4,628/mo$4,163/mo
Assisted Living$5,389/mo$5,450/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$5,542/mo$5,462/mo$4,957/mo
Independent Living
Gardners Crossroads, VA:$4,377/mo
Virginia:$4,628/mo
U.S.:$4,163/mo
Assisted Living
Gardners Crossroads, VA:$5,389/mo
Virginia:$5,450/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Gardners Crossroads, VA:$5,542/mo
Virginia:$5,462/mo
U.S.:$4,957/mo
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Independent living costs in Gardners Crossroads, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gardners Crossroads 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.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gardners Crossroads, VA$3,522/mo$3,237/mo+8.8%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Gardners Crossroads, VA
2024 average cost:$3,522/mo
2023 average cost:$3,237/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
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 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.

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

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 ...
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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
Nutritionist / dietician
33.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.6%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.1%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.3%
10.5%
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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
Professional chef
36.7%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.2%
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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
Activity director
47.5%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.1%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.9%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
49.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.4%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.6%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Verena at the Glen, Jubilation and Heritage Green Hanover are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gardners Crossroads, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 154 independent living facilities near Gardners Crossroads, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Gardners Crossroads, Virginia is Aspire at West End. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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