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The cost of independent living in Rockwood is about $4,057 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 49 options. Read 972 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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Park at Ridgedale leaves nothing to be desired!Enjoy a renewed sense of freedom with maintenance free-living. Sit back and relax as you watch the evenings come to an end in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. For your convenience we are within walking distance of Martins grocery store and...
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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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.
The beautiful 2 Bedroom one-story cottage style apartments at Forest Creek are exclusively for seniors 55+. Free gas heat/ water and a wireless emergency response system are included in the two bedroom apartments. Forest Creek is conveniently located off Ironbridge Road with Chippenham Parkway...
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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.
The Atlantic at Charter Colony is set in the heart of Midlothian, Chesterfield County, VA and is considered to be one of Virginia's best 55+ senior independent housing communities. Our tight-knit community is located just a few minutes from a wide variety of shops and entertainment possibilities,...
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.
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
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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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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.
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.
Enjoy carefree retirement living at The Arbors, an affordable senior apartment community for seniors 62 and better. This community boasts an excellent location near stores, churches, a senior center and two major hospitals. The city bus stops right in front and retail stores are within walking...
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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.
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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St. Francis Home is a non-profit and I thought it was okay. They still offered bingo and things like that but hey didn't have a way for my mother to go out to lunch to the store or anything like that. They...
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: 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.
The ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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I had an opportunity to talk with someone the other day who was touring, and I told her I love it here and would recommend for anybody to come here. She should pack up her things and move right in! My...
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 Guardian Place is a senior housing community offering studio apartments and one and two bedroom apartment homes for active seniors in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia. Richmond is a town rife with American history and tradition. The stunning architecture, museums, and cobblestone streets...
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.

Cost of independent living in Rockwood, VA

The average cost of senior living in Rockwood is $4,057 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,547 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rockwood, VA vs. nearby cities

Rockwood, VA
$4,057/mo
$4,099/mo
$4,149/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rockwood, VA vs. the state and national average

Rockwood, VA
$4,057/mo
U.S. national average
$4,083/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rockwood vs. other types of senior living

$5,090/mo
Independent Living
$4,057/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Rockwood, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,450/mo
Studio
$5,028/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,480/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,071/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Rockwood over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Rockwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Rockwood

Brookdale Midlothian

5.0
I would say it has been overall a very positive experience for my uncle and I would choose it again after him being there for a few months now.

Shalom Parkside Senior Living 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

Chesterfield Heights in Midlothian, VA

5.0
It takes special people who have a gift for serving others and being patient with the elderly to work there! I have seen how management deals with each one with dignity and respect and kindness, even when residents have not spoken kindly to them! They are welcoming and attentive! [Name removed], ...
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Rockwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rockwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rockwood, 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 Rockwood 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 Rockwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rockwood, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.3%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Rockwood 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 Rockwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rockwood, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.6%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rockwood 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 Rockwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rockwood, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.6%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.3%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.2%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.9%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.1%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.3%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.3%
46.2%
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Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and Aspire at West End are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rockwood, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 49 independent living facilities near Rockwood, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Rockwood, Virginia is Aspire at West End. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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