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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Ripplemead, VA
The cost of independent living in Ripplemead is about $5,008 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 47 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Blacksburg, Christiansburg and Princeton.
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8.8
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26 reviews
For the most part, it is the better of similar facilities. Personally I think they could do a better job of communication. After 5 PM, could use more staff. I've been there in evenings & needed assistance...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford is an excellent community located in a commercial area in Radford, Virginia. Our community is in close proximity to various medical offices and Carilion New River Valley Community hospital. Our main facility accommodates residents who require more attention...
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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.
English Meadows Blacksburg Campus is an assisted living and memory care community located in Blacksburg, Montgomery County, Virginia. Home to Virginia Tech, Blacksburg has been named by Southern Living as one of the South's best college towns, largely due to its outstanding economy and high...
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18 reviews
The community could always be a little cleaner but overall it has been a good experience. The staff members are very friendly and from what we hear the meals are really good .
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Christiansburg is located at the foot of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains in Christiansburg, Virginia. It is a modern, beautiful assisted living facility, with an award-winning memory care proram called Sweet Memories. Commonwealth Senior Living is known for providing...
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: 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
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.
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.
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.
At Pulaski Retirement Community, you can experience the peace of mind that comes with retirement living in a friendly small town atmosphere. Enjoy fine country living, beautiful views and quiet nights in the heart of Virginia’s New River Valley. All complemented by a carefree, active lifestyle...
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Cost of independent living in Ripplemead, VA
The average cost of senior living in Ripplemead is $5,008 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,161 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Ripplemead
Recent reviews for independent living in Ripplemead
Spring Oak at Christiansburg
5.0
1. community has been remodeled and updated. which is a plus!
2. staff goes over and above when visiting and communicating by mail.
3. love seeing my mom loved and cared for by staff.
4. new administrator has made a great plus to the community.
5. staff is wonderful! [name removed] is a ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Christiansburg
4.3
The staff members could at times maybe improve on their overall response time, but the staff really do care about all of the residents living there. Based on the overall experience so far with CommonWealth Senior Living we would recommend the community to other families.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford
4.5
Like all facilities there is always a shortage of staff, especially nights.
Administration staff is great! Kind caring and accommodating to needs.
Whenever we have a concern, those concerns are met as soon as possible. One problem I've seen is the roomand especially bath room was not well ...
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Ripplemead independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ripplemead independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ripplemead, 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 Ripplemead 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 Ripplemead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ripplemead, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ripplemead 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 Ripplemead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ripplemead, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ripplemead 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 Ripplemead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ripplemead, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford, Spring Oak at Christiansburg and English Meadows Blacksburg Campus are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ripplemead, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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