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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Simpkins, VA
The cost of independent living in Simpkins is about $4,109 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 126 options. Read 2208 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.
At Silver Hill, you will find everything that makes for a comfortable home. Besides a convenient location and quiet surroundings, you will enjoy friendly neighbors, planned social events and a caring, service oriented staff that knows how to attend to the special wishes of adults 55 and better. ...
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
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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
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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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My mother has lived at Mennowood assisted living for 4 months. The staff did a very good job transitioning her into her new home. We are very happy that we found such a nice place for her to live. Every...
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.
At Mennowood Retirement Community, we pride ourselves on the comfortable and inviting atmosphere that seniors can come to expect here. Even if your elderly relative is suffering from different stages of dementia, we can help make sure that they receive the treatment they need. Our staff will be...
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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.
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
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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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I moved my mother in April of 2015, and I am quite pleased with the facilities, staff, and overall living experience there. After her becoming acclimated to the food, mother also seems to enjoy dining...
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 Huntington at The Newport is located in picturesque Newport News, Virginia. The town enjoys the waterfront life on James River and is only minutes from the Atlantic Ocean. The Huntington is the height of luxury assisted living. Residents can choose from semi-private, studio, one and two...
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
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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: 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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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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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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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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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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The community has been in the area for a very long time. The aesthetics don't have the newer decorations like new communities, and it is a little bit on the older side for decor. I believe they should have...
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.
If you are seeking a senior living community in Virginia Beach, Virginia to provide exceptional care and individualized attention to your loved one then look no further than Our Lady of Perpetual Help. We are sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and committed to extensive assisted...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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
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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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I absolutely recommend this property to other families that are looking into their options, without a doubt. It was a little adjustment for my father, but he thoroughly enjoys the facility there and the...
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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.
Shepherd's Village at Park Avenue is an assisted living community located in Norfolk, Virginia. Our property offers several walking paths on a beautifully landscaped property within minutes of area medical centers, churches, shops, and restaurants. You'll enjoy customized care with outstanding...
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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.
Enjoy refined living with an active lifestyle at Harbor’s Edge, a full-service, premier LifeCare retirement community in Norfolk, Virginia. With an elegant setting and amenities that surpass many fine hotels, Harbor’s Edge’s greatest luxury is flexibility. Our residents enjoy a range of choice in...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Simpkins, VA
The average cost of senior living in Simpkins is $4,109 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 Simpkins
Recent reviews for independent living in Simpkins
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.
Spring Arbor of Williamsburg
4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting atmosphere at the community, with residents and staff creating a welcoming environment for newcomers. At Verena at The Reserve, residents have made numerous friends and enjoy socializing with each other. Some residents even describe the community ...
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High-quality and varied food offerings. Residents consistently praise the quality and diversity of the food offerings at their communities. At Verena at The Reserve, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that residents look forward to mealtimes every day. The variety of menu choices also mea ...
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Access to a range of engaging activities. Reviews note the wide range of activities available at their communities, providing residents with opportunities to stay engaged and active. At Harmony at Independence, residents enjoy scheduled activities, including exercise classes, and the staff frequently arranges outings to the park or th ...
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Highly trained and caring staff. Several residents express appreciation for the compassionate and dedicated nature of the staff at their community. At The Reserve at Greenbrier, the staff is described as 'knowledgeable,' 'always friendly,' and 'supportive.' Families also report feeling confident that their loved ones are in g ...
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Well-designed and maintained facilities. Communities are praised for their cleanliness and upkeep, both inside and out. At Acclaim at East Beach, the grounds are described as 'beautiful,' while the apartments and common areas are 'spotless' and 'well-decorated.' Maintenance requests are handled promptly, ensuring a comfortable living ...
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Flexible and accommodating services. Reviews highlight the accommodating nature of various communities, making adjustments to meet individual needs. At Colonial Harbor, the staff worked with a resident to find a solution for their rent increase, ensuring that they could continue living there comfortably. Flexible meal plans and t ...
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Simpkins independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Simpkins independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Simpkins, 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 Simpkins 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 Simpkins partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
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19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.1%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
34.9%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Simpkins 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 Simpkins communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Simpkins, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Simpkins 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 Simpkins offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Simpkins, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.4%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.7%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.6%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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45.6%
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Verena at The Reserve, Bay Lake Community and Acclaim at East Beach are the top-rated independent living facilities near Simpkins, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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