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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lancaster County, VA

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The cost of independent living in Lancaster County is about $4,078 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 62 options. Read 1071 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: 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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I moved my mother in April of 2015, and I am quite pleased with the facilities, staff, and overall living experience there. After her becoming acclimated to the food, mother also seems to enjoy dining...
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.
The Huntington at The Newport is located in picturesque Newport News, Virginia. The town enjoys the waterfront life on James River and is only minutes from the Atlantic Ocean. The Huntington is the height of luxury assisted living. Residents can choose from semi-private, studio, one and two...
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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I have asked for some materials on the visiting physician, the in-house doctor, and I've asked twice but I've never recieved anything. That was my only complaint. My mother doesn't participate but supposedly...
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.
Eden Court is a place that is catered around the needs of those suffering with memory problems. This is a Memory Care community that specializes in helping those that are suffering with Alzheimer's and Dementia. This is an actual home that is nestled in a beautiful neighborhood in the Hampton...
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Amazing Place. Staff are friendly and the administrator is very cooperative. I feel Like I am home. My Son is so happy and very satisfied. He said the place is much much better with the new owner and new...
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.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Lancaster County, VA

The average cost of senior living in Lancaster County is $4,078 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cape Charles, VA with an average of $2,887 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster County, VA vs. nearby counties

Lancaster County, VA
$4,078/mo
$4,013/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster County, VA vs. the state and national average

Lancaster County, VA
$4,078/mo
U.S. national average
$3,995/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster County vs. other types of senior living

$4,867/mo
Independent Living
$4,078/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lancaster County, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,180/mo
Studio
$5,891/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,550/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,930/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,545/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lancaster County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lancaster County

Recent reviews for independent living in Lancaster County

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
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Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

Spring Arbor of Williamsburg

4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.

Lancaster County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lancaster County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lancaster County, 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 Lancaster County 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 Lancaster County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lancaster County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.5%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.9%
32.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lancaster County 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 Lancaster County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lancaster County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.9%
35.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
38.7%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.7%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lancaster County 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 Lancaster County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lancaster County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.1%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.9%
36.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.7%
40.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.6%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
37.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.5%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.8%
45.5%
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Verena at The Reserve, The Hidenwood Community and Colonial Harbor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lancaster County, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 62 independent living facilities near Lancaster County, Virginia. See the full list.

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