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10 Best Nursing Homes in Essex County, VA
Essex County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 151 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Essex County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Essex County is about $5,237, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 2497 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Potomac View, Woodland Point and Loving Fork.
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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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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Spring Arbor Cottage of Fredericksburg offers a small, secure environment for individuals living with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. Our two intimate neighborhoods are complimented by inviting gathering spaces, a large breakfast bar, and peaceful outdoor courtyards. We take a...
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Ruxton Health and Rehabilitation of Westover Hills is set in a lovely residential area South of the James River. When visiting our facility you get a genuine feeling of compassion, respect, and skilled professionalism. Ruxton Health and Rehabilitation of Westover Hills is a 198-bed facility....
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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: 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.
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Essex County, VA
The average cost of senior living in Essex County is $5,237 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,119 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Essex County, VA vs. nearby counties
Essex County, VA
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Essex County, VA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Essex County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Essex County
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
Charter Senior Living of Fredericksburg
4.1
If they could fix some of the issues my loved one has encountered, it would be very good. I picked this community because of the convience. The schedule was reliable. The weekday medicine was delivered on time during the day but the weekend staff didn't seem to be inadequate. There wasn't much ...
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Essex County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essex County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essex County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Essex County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Essex County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
61.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.8%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.6%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.8%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Essex County nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Essex County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Essex County, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.6%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Essex County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Essex County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Essex County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.8%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
49.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Essex County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Essex County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Essex County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
39.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essex County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Essex County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Essex County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
54%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.9%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.9%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.2%
0.4%
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Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and Morningside House of St Charles are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Essex County, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Essex County
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