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10 Best Independent Living Communities in River Oaks, VA
The cost of independent living in River Oaks is about $3,887 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 67 options. Read 941 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: 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: 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, 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.
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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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The Commons at ChesapeakeThe Commons at Chesapeake Senior Apartments in Norfolk County, VA, is a rare blend of city and country living. The Commons is specially designed for the 55 or better age group, and not only offers you a chance to live your personal lifestyle but also enjoy the comfort...
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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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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.
Colonial Home is a quaint 32 bed home located in the Deep Creek section of Chesapeake. We serve a private pay resident in a home environment. Colonial Home serves both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents and offers a full range of care, including rehabilitation services, home health care...
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Cost of independent living in River Oaks, VA
The average cost of senior living in River Oaks is $3,887 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cape Charles, VA with an average of $2,887 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in River Oaks
Recent reviews for independent living in River Oaks
Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA
5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
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Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA
5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.
Karolwood Gardens Norfolk
4.6
My loved one was previously a resident at Karolwood Gardens Norfolk and the overall experience was great for her at this facility. The staff, care services and friendliness were all great. The cleanliness, meals and activities were good. Based on our experience, I would recommend Karolwood ...
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River Oaks independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Oaks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Oaks, 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 River Oaks 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 River Oaks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Oaks, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.3%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in River Oaks 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 River Oaks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
River Oaks, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Oaks 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 River Oaks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
River Oaks, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
31%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
45.7%
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Bay Lake Community, Acclaim at East Beach and The Waterford at Virginia Beach are the top-rated independent living facilities near River Oaks, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 67 independent living facilities near River Oaks, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in River Oaks, Virginia are Bay Lake Community, The Hidenwood Community and Chesapeake Place Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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