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The cost of independent living in Lawthorne Mill is about $4,399 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 341 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, Memory Care
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.
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.
Thank you for taking the time to acquaint yourself with Living Waters Assisted Living, Fishersville, Va.  Living Waters offers personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, thoughtfully designed, safe and secure setting - the perfect choice...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Shenandoah Assisted living is in the heart of Teaverton a residential neighborhood in Fishersville Virginia. Shenandoah's Assisted living was added onto our Skilled Rehab and Nursing home in 2005 with 24 Private rooms. The original building was built in 1992. The Assisted Living has a private...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Lawthorne Mill, VA

The average cost of senior living in Lawthorne Mill is $4,399 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,093 per month.

Independent living costs in Lawthorne Mill, VA, vs. nearby cities

Lawthorne Mill, VA
$4,399/mo

Independent living costs in Lawthorne Mill, VA, vs. state and national averages

Lawthorne Mill, VA
$4,399/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Lawthorne Mill, VA, vs. other senior living options

$5,081/mo
Independent Living
$4,399/mo

Independent living costs in Lawthorne Mill, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,603/mo
Studio
$6,724/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,684/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,066/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,325/mo

Senior living costs in Lawthorne Mill 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: Lawthorne Mill, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLawthorne Mill, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,399/mo$4,625/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,901/mo$5,446/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,081/mo$5,458/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Lawthorne Mill, VA:$4,399/mo
Virginia:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Lawthorne Mill, VA:$4,901/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Lawthorne Mill, VA:$5,081/mo
Virginia:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Lawthorne Mill, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lawthorne Mill 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lawthorne Mill, VA$6,438/mo$5,227/mo+23.2%
Virginia$3,258/mo$3,054/mo+6.7%
National$3,004/mo$2,857/mo+5.1%
Lawthorne Mill, VA
2024 average cost:$6,438/mo
2023 average cost:$5,227/mo
Percent change:+23.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,258/mo
2023 average cost:$3,054/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,004/mo
2023 average cost:$2,857/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lawthorne Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Lawthorne Mill

Stuarts Draft Retirement Community

5.0
I became concerned about my 87 year old mother when she began to experience symptoms of weakness which contributed to an inability to do many personal care tasks she needed to perform. She suggested it was time we looked into assisted living facilities. I contacted A Place for Mom and they gave ...
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Linden House Assisted Living in Charlottesville, VA

4.7
The staff members are all very friendly, and the rooms they provide for the resident are nice sizable rooms. They are sufficient and we would recommend the Linden House Assisted Living to others.

The Colonnades in Charlottesville, VA

5.0
Of course, I looked at several places before I chose Colonnades. It is a good fit for me. Staff and residents are friendly and helpful. Lots of activities and programs. Music, lectures and tours to places of interest. I live in a Caldwell. One bedroom plus den. It is a good size for me. So glad ...
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Lawthorne Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lawthorne Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lawthorne Mill, 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 Lawthorne Mill 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 Lawthorne Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lawthorne Mill, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lawthorne Mill 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 Lawthorne Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lawthorne Mill, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lawthorne Mill 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 Lawthorne Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lawthorne Mill, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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The Estates at Charlottesville, The Colonnades and The Heritage Inn are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lawthorne Mill, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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