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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Laurel Fork, VA

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The cost of independent living in Laurel Fork is about $3,823 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 110 options. Read 1310 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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Photo of Shuler Health Care/Pierce Villa
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.
Photo of The Gardens at Bradford Village
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My loved one lived here for five years. He was so happy living here. The staff is loving and kind. There are activities and trips that the residents enjoy. The staff is helpful in finding additional help if...
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, 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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In late April, my mother, who lived alone, was admitted to the hospital, dealing with several medical conditions. The doctors determined she could no longer live alone. Two weeks later she was transferred to...
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 Crest of ClemmonsThe Crest of Clemmons is an assisted living community located in Clemmons, NC. The city of Clemmons is located in Forsyth County and is home to just over 19,000 people. Clemmons is a small town where residents can visit local stores, run errands, go to group events, or relax...
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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.
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On Saturday [date removed] I was privileged to attend the Mothers day party for the patience at the facility. We had an awesome lunch and activities. [name removed] the Activities Director done super job as...
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.
    Bradford Village East is located in historic Kernersville in the heart of the Triad.  Our mission is to create a safe, comfortable, secure, home-like environment for the residents as well as the families of those with whom we have been entrusted.  We believe in...
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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Moving mom from NY to NC at 80 years old has many challenges. A place for mom made finding the right and affordable place the easiest part. Gateway place Apartments has a great community lifestyle. The...
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.
One thing that we like to do for people when they visit Gateway Place Apartments is to help them make a well–informed decision about their new home. Perhaps I can help you make an informed decision by telling you why most of our residents choose Gateway Place Apartments.Residents chose Gateway...
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I have no complaints about the experience my parents are having so far at this community. They have made a smooth transition with the help of all of the staff members and residents. I am impressed with the...
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.
This beautiful 1916 Georgian mansion provides the entry point for the gracious amenities of Hermitage Roanoke. Opened in 1964 as a retirement home, the community has grown to include 22 two bedroom Independent Living apartments, 52 Assisted Living studio, one and two bedroom apartments, and a 14...
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Photo of Country View Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Elm Manor
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.

Cost of independent living in Laurel Fork, VA

The average cost of senior living in Laurel Fork is $3,823 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,283 per month.

Independent living costs in Laurel Fork, VA, vs. nearby cities

Laurel Fork, VA
$3,823/mo
$4,023/mo

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

Laurel Fork, VA
$3,823/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Laurel Fork, VA, vs. other senior living options

$4,480/mo
Independent Living
$3,823/mo

Independent living costs in Laurel Fork, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,413/mo
Studio
$5,021/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,176/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,018/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,900/mo

Senior living costs in Laurel Fork 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: Laurel Fork, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLaurel Fork, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,823/mo$4,624/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,480/mo$5,446/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,480/mo$5,457/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Laurel Fork, VA:$3,823/mo
Virginia:$4,624/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Laurel Fork, VA:$4,480/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Laurel Fork, VA:$4,480/mo
Virginia:$5,457/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Laurel Fork, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Laurel Fork 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.

Laurel Fork, VAVA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Laurel Fork, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Laurel Fork 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Laurel Fork, VA$3,053/mo$3,026/mo+0.9%
Virginia$3,578/mo$3,358/mo+6.6%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Laurel Fork, VA
2024 average cost:$3,053/mo
2023 average cost:$3,026/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,578/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Laurel Fork

Recent reviews for independent living in Laurel Fork

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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Spring Oak at Christiansburg

5.0
1. community has been remodeled and updated. which is a plus! 2. staff goes over and above when visiting and communicating by mail. 3. love seeing my mom loved and cared for by staff. 4. new administrator has made a great plus to the community. 5. staff is wonderful! [name removed] is a ...
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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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Laurel Fork independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Laurel Fork independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Laurel Fork, 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 Laurel Fork 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 Laurel Fork partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Laurel Fork, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Laurel Fork 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 Laurel Fork communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Laurel Fork, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Laurel Fork 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 Laurel Fork offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Laurel Fork, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
46.4%
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Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, Creekside Terrace and Priddy Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Laurel Fork, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 110 independent living facilities near Laurel Fork, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Laurel Fork, Virginia are Creekside Terrace and Holiday Forsyth Court. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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