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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sandy River, VA
The cost of independent living in Sandy River is about $3,432 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 67 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 Danville, Rocky Mount and Martinsville.
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9.4
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13 reviews
We chose Brookdale Eden because of the condition of the facility, the staff and the cost. The facility is well maintained. The single rooms are spacious. The staff is always helpful and caring towards the...
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.
When you’re considering a life of redefined independence, the historic town of Eden, N.C., where the Dan and Smith rivers meet, just might be the place. Our community is quiet and tranquil, offering convenient access to eclectic shopping, historic sites and local attractions such as the Eden...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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77 Floor plans available
8.5
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5 reviews
I give them all a 5! This has been a wonderful experience and my mom LOVES living there! She loves the activities. This week a preschool class came to visit. My mom read a Pumpkin book and another...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House has long been the area’s premier choice for retirement living and is now even better. Offering the choice of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, our residents live comfortably in the beauty of this historic building. Our community has recently...
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8.4
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31 reviews
The staff at Cardinal Senior Communities at Danville are committed to making your loved one feel safe, comfortable and a part of the community.
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.
At Cardinal Senior Living at Danville, we provide residence with quality care and assistance in their daily routine when needed, while promoting independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24...
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If you have a loved one that has reached a stage they need a community, this is better than a nursing home. Brookdale offers more for my loved one. My loved one know the staff well and has made friends,...
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.
Leave the laundry, housekeeping and yard work behind and spend your well-earned retirement doing exactly what you want. Rekindle an old hobby or start a new one. Catch up on your reading. At our assisted living community in Danville, Va., we want you to get back to the things you’ve always loved...
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The place is kept very clean, with a nice appearance. The staff is friendly; they make an effort to communicate with my father and with me when I come to visit. They are very cordial and they'll make sure to...
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.
Bayberry Retirement Inn offers a cozy homelike atmosphere. From the moment you enter Bayberry you feel the welcome warmth of home. Friendly and caring staff members, who know your name and needs, are available to assist you 24/7/365. At Bayberry we keep it simple. One low monthly rate includes...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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: 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, 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: 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.
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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
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.
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Cost of independent living in Sandy River, VA
The average cost of senior living in Sandy River is $3,432 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hurt, VA with an average of $3,029 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Sandy River
Recent reviews for independent living in Sandy River
Bayberry Retirement Inn in Eden, NC
5.0
Bayberry Retirement Inn has been a great fit for my friend so far. We chose this community for its closeness and convenience. The facility itself is really nice. The staff are very friendly, and the meals are very good. My friend found the portion sizes to be too small, but when she mentioned ...
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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.
Cardinal Senior Communities at Danville
4.9
My Dad has been living at Cardinal for 4 years. They have provided him around the clock support, medical attention, on site Doctor visits, dining room with 3 great meals, baths, clean rooms, laundry service, best social director, daily medication distribuion, transportation to doctor ...
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Sandy River independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandy River independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandy River, 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 Sandy River 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 Sandy River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sandy River, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandy River 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 Sandy River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sandy River, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandy River 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 Sandy River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandy River, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Eden, Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House and Cardinal Senior Communities at Danville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sandy River, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Sandy River, Virginia. See the full list.
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