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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Parnassus, VA
The cost of independent living in Parnassus is about $4,031 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 60 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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Overall, I have been fairly satisfied with Brookdale Staunton. I was recently very concerned about staffing, but this has improved. I was also concerned about the increase in cost at the beginning of the...
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.
Our welcoming, upscale community in Staunton, Va., which offers both assisted living and memory care services, sits on 22 acres in northwest Staunton, with stunning mountain views and an abundance of wildlife. We can provide you the ideal retirement experience, combining a peaceful country home...
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Wow, the apartments at The Legacy are HUGE! Love having so much living space. Great amenities like an outdoor garden, walking trail, and chapel. The staff are super helpful and hospitable! The LEgacy at...
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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I really enjoy living here. The people from the staff to the residents are very lovely. They are kind and friendly just a pleasure to spend time with. I enjoy doing activities here such as the Wii bowling...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
One of the most renowned retirement communities in the Shenandoah Valley, only Brightview Baldwin Park features three options on one campus: Independent Living and Assisted Living residences as well as our award-winning Alzheimer's Care neighborhood. This cozy community is nestled just two miles...
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My Aunt lives here. All apt. have high ceilings and windows, the rooms are bright and layouts very nice. The Chef makes delicious meals and the residents are kind and friendly to each other. Some residents...
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.
Gypsy Hill Place is an independent living community in the beautiful area of Staunton, VA. This community offers a caring home to those who are looking to be a part of Staunton and all that it has to offer. Staunton is located in Augusta County, and it offers much to do and see. Residents of this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Ruxton Health of Staunton is a 189-bed dually certified healthcare facility. In addition to being a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center, Ruxton offers assisted living services, specialized Alzheimer’s services, Rehabilitation Services and a wide range of services and amenities. Our...
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Cost of independent living in Parnassus, VA
The average cost of senior living in Parnassus is $4,031 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,093 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Parnassus
Recent reviews for independent living in Parnassus
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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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.
Gypsy Hill Place in Staunton, VA
4.8
I would recommend this community. The value for our loved one was there. The community has all retirees and a bus service that comes to the door of the residents.
The meals needs to be improved due to price.
The community changed ownership about a year ago, and they were making changes.
Parnassus independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Parnassus independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Parnassus, 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 Parnassus 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 Parnassus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Parnassus, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Parnassus 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 Parnassus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Parnassus, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Parnassus 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 Parnassus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Parnassus, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bellaire at Stone Port, Royal Care at Birch Ridge and Brookdale Harrisonburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Parnassus, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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