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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rip Rap, VA
The cost of independent living in Rip Rap is about $4,302 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 94 options. Read 1345 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: 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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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.
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.
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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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My father thought they did a wonderful job here. He raved about the food here. The therapy was very good. He said that they had him doing things he didn't know he could do.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We are a 120 bed (96 assisted living and 24 special care unit) facility. We specialize in elderly psychiatric care and have multi-disciplinary team that includes a medical director, nursing, psychiatry, psychology, social work, physical and occupational therapy, speech and language services.
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I used to go to this facility a long time ago and when I came back to tour, I noticed they had done a lot of work to it. There are only 2 staff members here and they are very accommodating and one of them...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
The Meadows at Brier Creek, located in prestigious Brier Creek Country Club off of Highway 70 and Brier Creek Parkway.. This "seniors only" community is nestled among the tree-lined woods that encompass the famous Brier Creek Country Club.. Here, seniors can partake in the daily walking club,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
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.
Alterra Sterling House is an assisted living residence that provides housing and assistance to older adults who want to retain their independence while receiving the daily support they need. The intimate setting for those with limited mobility, as well as specialized programming, help residents...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
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: 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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
One of the Triangle’s most Beautiful Apartments communities Conveniently located off Hwy 54 Bypass near the heart of Carrboro.Offering one and two bedrooms In walking distance of grocery store, shopping center, restaurants and post office. On major bus route and Easy Rider accessibleWeekends By...
Cost of independent living in Rip Rap, VA
The average cost of senior living in Rip Rap is $4,302 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brodnax, VA with an average of $2,929 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rip Rap, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rip Rap, VA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Rip Rap
Recent reviews for independent living in Rip Rap
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House in Danville, VA
5.0
We picked this community, because of the friendliness of the staff management cleanliness and out the other patients were being traded it was a super placeThey did a wonderful job with my mom and the staff treated her and the other people like family. I would highly recommend it.
The Addison in Durham, NC
4.5
I would recommend to others. Overall, we are happy with the experience our mother is having, given her condition. The work of managing the memory care facility has got to be difficult and I appreciate them keeping her safe. Can't expect much more.
The Canterbury House in Roxboro, NC
5.0
We chose Canterbury House because it is very close to our home so it makes it convenient. The staff is really friendly and very helpful. The appearance of the community is just very warm and welcoming. When we visited the community everyone was very welcoming and extremely friendly. We are very ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities, including Verena at Bedford Falls, Whispering Pines, and Holiday Gardens at Wakefield. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term friendships that have been formed with caregi ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at different communities, such as The Cambridge at Brier Creek, Atria Oakridge, and Holiday Gardens at Wakefield. Activities include game nights, gardening, and movie nights, among others.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Several residents comment on the spacious and well-designed apartments and common areas at communities like Bartlett Reserve, Verena at Bedford Falls, and The Lodge at Wake Forest. The living spaces are often described as clean, modern, and welcoming.
Access to on-site health care services. Many families appreciate the convenience of having health care services available on-site, as mentioned in reviews for The Cambridge at Brier Creek, Verena at Bedford Falls, and Holiday Gardens at Wakefield. These services can include primary care, physical therapy, and occupational therap ...
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Plentiful and delicious meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the food stands out as a major factor in overall satisfaction with the community. Residents of Solista Durham by Cogir, Verena at Bedford Falls, and Atria Oakridge frequently mention the delicious and varied meal options.
Supportive community atmosphere. Numerous reviews highlight the warm and welcoming community atmosphere at various communities, including Verena at Bedford Falls, The Cambridge at Brier Creek, and Holiday Gardens at Wakefield. Residents and their families appreciate the sense of belonging and the connections made with nei ...
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Rip Rap independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rip Rap independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rip Rap, 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 Rip Rap 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 Rip Rap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rip Rap, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.9%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Rip Rap 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 Rip Rap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rip Rap, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.2%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rip Rap 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 Rip Rap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rip Rap, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.4%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Meadowmont, Holiday Gardens at Wakefield and Verena at Bedford Falls are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rip Rap, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 94 independent living facilities near Rip Rap, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Rip Rap, Virginia are Brookdale Meadowmont, Holiday Gardens at Wakefield and Verena at Bedford Falls. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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