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The cost of independent living in Othma is about $5,247 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 621 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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4, only because the food isn't great and there was no real orientation for my mom; Introducing her to people.
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.
The Pemberton at University Park provides an independent living community to those interested in making Richmond, VA their home. This community offers a great place to live in a location that provides much to do and see. Richmond provides residents and guests with opportunities to visit the...
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Cost of independent living in Othma, VA

The average cost of senior living in Othma is $5,247 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Farmville, VA with an average of $3,567 per month.

Independent living costs in Othma, VA, vs. nearby cities

Othma, VA
$5,247/mo
$4,430/mo
$4,669/mo

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

Othma, VA
$5,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Othma, VA, vs. other senior living options

$6,028/mo
Independent Living
$5,247/mo

Independent living costs in Othma, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,008/mo
Studio
$5,721/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,983/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,423/mo

Senior living costs in Othma 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: Othma, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOthma, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,247/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$6,028/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,028/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Othma, VA:$5,247/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Othma, VA:$6,028/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Othma, VA:$6,028/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Othma, VA, over time

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

Othma, VAVA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Othma, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Othma 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
Othma, VA$3,618/mo$3,290/mo+10.0%
Virginia$3,503/mo$3,352/mo+4.5%
National$3,222/mo$3,144/mo+2.5%
Othma, VA
2024 average cost:$3,618/mo
2023 average cost:$3,290/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,503/mo
2023 average cost:$3,352/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,144/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Othma

Recent reviews for independent living in Othma

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

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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The Westmont at Short Pump Community in Glen Allen, VA

5.0
My family member at Westmont is loving it. They are always participating in activities and she loves that the bus takes her to fun outings as well as doc appts. A very neat community.

Othma independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Othma independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Othma, 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 Othma 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 Othma partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Othma, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Othma 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 Othma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Othma, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Othma 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 Othma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Othma, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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