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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Meltons, VA
The cost of independent living in Meltons is about $4,447 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 140 options. Read 1845 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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Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...
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.
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 Meltons, VA
The average cost of senior living in Meltons is $4,447 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fredericksburg, VA with an average of $3,485 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Meltons, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Meltons, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Meltons, VA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Meltons
Recent reviews for independent living in Meltons
The Retreat at Fishersville
3.8
I would like to see a higher ratio of staff to patients. However; in todays job market everyone is understaffed so I take that into consideration. Obviously the patients in memory care often are not willing or able to participate in activities due to their mental state but more encouragement ...
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The Colonnades in Charlottesville, VA
4.8
We moved to independent living at the Colonnades 10 months ago, after considering 5 other Charlottesville area communities. The residents and staff quickly made us feel part of the community; we have many new friends from varied and interesting backgrounds. Pets are welcome. The sense of ...
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Bellaire at Stone Port in Harrisonburg, VA
4.5
The major factors were the size of the community. It is small enough to not be intimidating. The other huge factor for my brother is that it actually has a decent size group of older guys who eat together, watch sports events together and keep each other company.
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Mixed experiences with food and dining. Residents and families have reported both good and bad experiences with food quality and dining services across several communities. Some praise the variety and quality of meals, while others feel that the food could be improved and there are issues with waitstaff and meal delivery. For example, ...
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Staff turnover and hiring challenges. Several communities have reported staffing issues, including high turnover rates and challenges in hiring qualified staff. For instance, at The Barclay at Charlottesville, the HR department is struggling to hire long-term staff and at Elance at Tuckahoe, the lack of organization within the a ...
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Affordability and value for money. Some families have chosen communities based on affordability, but have found that the cost does not always align with the value they receive. At Aspire at West End, the apartment is nice and the staff are friendly, but the food is expensive and not that good. In contrast, at Chancellor's Vill ...
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Lack of organization and communication. Several families have reported issues with organization and communication within the communities. At Elance at Tuckahoe, there are concerns about the administrative team's organization and the lack of effective communication between staff and families. At The Barclay at Charlottesville, the ...
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Consistently clean and well-maintained facilities. Many communities are praised for their cleanliness and upkeep, with residents and families appreciating the attention to detail in maintaining the facilities. For example, at The Colonnades, the grounds and facility are described as beautiful, and at Elance at Tuckahoe, the meals are chef-pr ...
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Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Across several communities, the friendly and welcoming atmosphere is a common theme among reviews. Residents and families appreciate the friendly staff and the opportunity to make new friends and socialize with others. For instance, at The Westmont at Short Pump Community, my family member is ...
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Meltons independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Meltons independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Meltons, 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 Meltons 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 Meltons partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Meltons, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.2%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.3%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Meltons 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 Meltons communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Meltons, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.8%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
30.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Meltons 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 Meltons offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Meltons, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.4%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
48.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Richmond, Jubilation and Aspire at West End are the top-rated independent living facilities near Meltons, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 140 independent living facilities near Meltons, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Meltons, Virginia are Sunrise of Richmond, The Westmont at Short Pump Community and Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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