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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Upper Brandon, VA

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The cost of independent living in Upper Brandon is about $4,012 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 212 options. Read 3203 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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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.
Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few of...
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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.
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.
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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.
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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 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...
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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: 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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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.
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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Photo of Woodland Heights Inc
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: 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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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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Everyone I’ve been in contact with has been pleasant and cooperative. They have always been positive and upbuilding. I am as happy as I can be here in Assisted Living, however, I do have a keen desire to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
Photo of Hall's Care Homes
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.
Photo of Virginia Home
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.
Photo of The Hamilton Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Madison House
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.

Cost of independent living in Upper Brandon, VA

The average cost of senior living in Upper Brandon is $4,012 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stony Creek, VA with an average of $3,121 per month.

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

Upper Brandon, VA
$4,012/mo
$4,249/mo
$3,435/mo

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

Upper Brandon, VA
$4,012/mo
U.S. national average
$4,145/mo

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

$4,876/mo
Independent Living
$4,012/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,627/mo
Studio
$5,324/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,146/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,346/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,545/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Upper Brandon over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Upper Brandon

Recent reviews for independent living in Upper Brandon

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

Friendly and welcoming community. Many residents and their families express appreciation for the warm and inviting atmosphere at several communities, including Verena at The Reserve, Verena at the Glen, and The Crossroads at Bon Air. New residents are welcomed with open arms and encouraged to participate in social activiti ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that mealtimes are enjoyable for all, as noted in reviews for Discovery Village at the West End, L ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of specialized activities offered at communities, such as singing, dancing, gardening, and group outings. For example, at Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House, staff members organize movie nights, museum visits, and hikes, helping residents stay engaged and act ...
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Thoughtful and helpful staff. Reviews frequently mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at communities like Everleigh Short Pump, The Barrington at Hioaks, and Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House. Long-term friendships have been formed between residents and their caregivers, demonstrating the importance of st ...
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Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor areas like gardens and walking trails. Residents of Verena at The Reserve and Colonial Harbor mention the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library, ...
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Proactive and responsive communication. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff, so that everyone can stay informed and make sure care needs are being met. At the , for example, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
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Upper Brandon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Upper Brandon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Upper Brandon, 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 Upper Brandon 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 Upper Brandon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Upper Brandon, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.7%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.1%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.2%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.7%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Upper Brandon 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 Upper Brandon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Upper Brandon, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.1%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.2%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
29%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Upper Brandon 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 Upper Brandon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Upper Brandon, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.2%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.8%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.3%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.2%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.7%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.9%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.6%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.6%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
32.8%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.6%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43%
45.7%
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Sunrise of Richmond, Verena at The Reserve and Sunrise at Bon Air are the top-rated independent living facilities near Upper Brandon, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 212 independent living facilities near Upper Brandon, Virginia. See the full list.

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