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Fulkerson 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 8 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Fulkerson, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Fulkerson is about $4,707, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 85 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Fulkerson, VA

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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.9
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37 reviews
9.9
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37 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
16%
3 star
3%
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0%
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3%
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When we toured Brookdale Bristol it was so welcoming from staff and residents. He had many opportunities for different crafts, card games and much more entertainment. This community takes proud in caring for...
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.
Customized Care PlansMoving into an independent and assisted living community may not be a simple decision, but when you meet our friendly team here in Bristol, Virginia, you may find yourself quickly falling in love with the idea. Nestled on a scenic hill overlooking the city, you can admire...
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88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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26 reviews
9.2
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26 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
15%
3 star
12%
2 star
12%
1 star
4%
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Putting my mom in Assisted Living was a difficult decision but after talking to the sales person on the phone, a weight was lifted. Making Brookdale Kingsport home for my mom was the best choice we could...
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.
An Elevated LifestyleIf you want to wake up each morning knowing the burdens of everyday life are off your plate, then our assisted living community in Kingsport, Tennessee might just be the place for you. Tucked on a hilltop with beautiful views of East Tennessee, this community gives you...
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9.0
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48 reviews
9.0
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48 reviews
5 star
67%
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23%
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0%
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6%
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The kitchen here varies so much on the rotation of servers. They range from terrible to great. The food is okay. Several of the servers have not been prepared for how hard it is to work with Seniors. ...
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.
Providing Assisted Living and Memory Care to the Kingsport area.
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77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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8.9
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I have been very pleased with Preston Place II. The staff has been very good to work with. It took a little while for my aunt to get adjusted to being somewhere besides her home. I’m sure that is very...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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22 Floor plans available
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The decorations, especially what the activity director gal is able to do around the holidays is just wonderful. The porch and the surrounding grounds with all the place is super nice. Based on what our loved...
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.
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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.
Asbury at Steadman Hill is a dedicated assisted living and memory care facility that is part of Asbury Place Kingsport, a broader senior living community. This community offers specialized care and support for individuals with varying needs, particularly focusing on those requiring assistance...
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Brookhaven Manor, we are committed to providing quality services to all our residents and their families in the idyllic town of Kingsport, Tennessee. We offer exceptional short-term rehabilitation as well as a range of specialty programs and complex clinical services. We also provide a full...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
At SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation - Hillside, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Our community provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care. To meet the social needs of...
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Cost of nursing homes in Fulkerson, VA

The average cost of senior living in Fulkerson is $4,707 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pennington Gap, VA with an average of $3,475 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fulkerson, VA vs. nearby cities

Fulkerson, VA
$4,707/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fulkerson, VA vs. the state and national average

Fulkerson, VA
$4,707/mo
U.S. national average
$4,867/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fulkerson vs. other types of senior living

$4,842/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,707/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Fulkerson, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,900/mo
Studio
$4,859/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,040/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Fulkerson

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Fulkerson

The Blake at Kingsport

5.0
The staff is very helpful and friendly. They are very good about communicating with the family about your loved one, and you can call and ask about them any time. The move-in process is smooth, but be ready to produce documents like Medicaid info, living will, driver's license, etc. The meals ...
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The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens

3.8
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently dramatically improved with the hiring of a really good activities director. Previously, there ...
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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
It's a very nice place for someone with dementia, which my aunt had. My uncle died within a week of arriving there and my aunt fell about 2 months later and fractured her hip, so she left there and passed away in a rehab facility post surgery. I really appreciated A Place for Mom's help in ...
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Fulkerson nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fulkerson nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fulkerson, 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 Fulkerson 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 Fulkerson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fulkerson, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
22.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fulkerson 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 Fulkerson Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fulkerson, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fulkerson 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 Fulkerson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fulkerson, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fulkerson 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 Fulkerson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fulkerson, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fulkerson 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 Fulkerson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fulkerson, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Colonial Heights and Brookdale Johnson City are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Fulkerson, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 8 nursing homes facilities near Fulkerson, Virginia. See the full list.

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