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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Virginia Heights, VA

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The cost of independent living in Virginia Heights is about $3,704 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 117 options.

Read 2720 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Richmond, Midlothian and Short Pump.

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I found [name removed], the director, and his staff to be exceptionally helpful, kind, and professional. It did not take long for me to realize that my cousin was in a facility that offered kind, attentive,...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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: 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.
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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: 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.
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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.
Fillmore Place is inner-city urban home which helps people that may be difficult to place due to diagnosis and financial resources. The facility specializes in the care of individuals with chronic mental health disabilities.  We are able to work with clients who have a diagnosis of...
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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.
Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees 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: 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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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.
Essene Inc. is a state licensed home for adults nestled on 14 acres of beautiful rolling hills covered in large oak trees with a 1 mile walking trail. Essene is located in a crime free area with a back to nature ambiance. Offering naturally grown food and pollutant free Artesian well water. We...
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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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Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
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: 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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...

Cost of independent living in Virginia Heights, VA

The average cost of senior living in Virginia Heights is $3,704 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Richmond, VA with an average of $3,704 per month.

Independent living costs in Virginia Heights, VA, vs. state and national averages

Virginia Heights, VA
$3,704/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Virginia Heights, VA, vs. other senior living options

$7,013/mo
Independent Living
$3,704/mo

Independent living costs in Virginia Heights, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,269/mo
Studio
$2,647/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,876/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,184/mo

Senior living costs in Virginia Heights vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Virginia Heights, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeVirginia Heights, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,704/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,203/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,013/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Virginia Heights, VA:$3,704/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Virginia Heights, VA:$6,203/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Virginia Heights, VA:$7,013/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Virginia Heights, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Virginia Heights and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Virginia Heights, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Virginia Heights have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Virginia Heights, VA$3,235/mo$3,231/mo+0.1%
Virginia$3,651/mo$3,608/mo+1.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Virginia Heights, VA
2024 average cost:$3,235/mo
2023 average cost:$3,231/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,651/mo
2023 average cost:$3,608/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
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2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Virginia Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Virginia Heights

Shalom Gardens and Shalom Parkside 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

Essex House in Tappahannock, VA

5.0
I moved my mother to Essex house in the beginning of October 2016 and have been very pleased with the service provided my mother. They have done everything in their power to make her stay comfortable. Due to the location, it has been easier for family to visit.

The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living in Mechanicsville, VA

4.5
The quality of care is very good, medications are administered as prescribed. Food is quite good but food service can be slow, likely difficulty in finding staff.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Subpar maintenance and cleanliness. Several reviews mention the poor living conditions, including unsanitary issues and broken facilities, at various communities. For example, at Legacy at Imperial Village, residents complain of bed bug and roach infestations, while at Legacy at Imperial Village, the kitchen and dining room have b ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at different communities. For instance, at The Barrington at Hioaks, staff members help residents feel at home and provide excellent care, while at Village at Heritage Oaks, the facility's admissions director goes abov ...
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Inadequate activities and socialization opportunities. Some reviews mention the lack of engaging activities and opportunities for socializing at various communities. For example, at Village at Heritage Oaks, the food is good, but there is a long wait time for meals and limited activities for residents. At The Harmony Collection at Hanover Indepen ...
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Affordable pricing for the services offered. Some reviews mention the reasonable cost of living at certain communities, allowing seniors to receive the care and services they need without breaking the bank. For example, at The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, the community is clean, and the staff are friendl ...
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Safety concerns and security issues. Some reviews mention safety concerns and security issues at various communities, including broken doors and unsecured entrances. For example, at Legacy at Imperial Village, there are concerns about the security team's ability to handle emergencies and the need for better communication with resid ...
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Frequent staff turnover and inconsistent communication. Some reviews mention the impact of frequent staff turnover and inconsistent communication on the overall experience at various communities. For example, at Legacy at Imperial Village, there have been changes in staff, which has affected the quality of care and response times to maintenance reque ...
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Virginia Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Virginia Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Virginia Heights, 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 Virginia Heights 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 Virginia Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Virginia Heights, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.1%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
39%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.8%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Virginia Heights 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 Virginia Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Virginia Heights 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 Virginia Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Virginia Heights, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
53.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.9%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.8%
47.6%
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Lake Forest at Swift Creek, Verena at the Glen and Verena at The Reserve are the top-rated independent living facilities near Virginia Heights, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 117 independent living facilities near Virginia Heights, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Virginia Heights, Virginia are Verena at the Glen, Verena at The Reserve and Heritage Green Hanover. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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