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James City 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 160 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in James City County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in James City County is about $5,160, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

To learn more, browse our 3420 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area. You may also consider nearby communities such as Carsley, First Colony and Toano.

 

Nursing Homes Facilities near James City County, VA

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Photo of Acclaim at East Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care
77 Photos available
8.6
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[name removed] the "sales" person was great and explained everything well regarding rent and any possible extras which is just lunch and dinner. Lots of activities including movies, bingo, happy hour with a...
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.
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Photo of The Berkeley at Short Pump
2222 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.6
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Overall a great place to put your loved ones and yes, we would recommend The Berkeley at Short Pump to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
If you’re looking for more than just a place to live — if you want to live well —  then our upscale, two-story retirement community located in a serene wooded area of Richmond, Va., is the place for you. Our community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, provides...
Photo of Harmony on the Peninsula
99 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.6
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1-5 2-5 3-5 4-5 5-5 6-5 I guess I've never eaten there, but [name removed] hasn't complained to me 7-4 [name removed] complained that the puzzles had missing pieces, so I had to go out and buy her some. She...
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.
Harmony on the Peninsula offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a welcoming community.Located in Yorktown, Virginia, we offer comfortable apartments, inviting spaces, and daily experiences, life here feels relaxed and connected.Here, a close-knit, family-like atmosphere...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield
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I was not there for direct experience since I live in NH. But we generally felt that the staff was responsive and accommodating and Karen got the care she needed for her short stay. I'm sorry I can't be more...
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.
Commonwealth Assisted Living at Chesterfield is an assisted living community serving individuals in Chesterfield, Chesterfield County, Virginia. We're located within a few minutes of Collegiate School Aquatics Center, several specialty shops, various medical facilities and schools, as well as...
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Photo of Brighter Living
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11 Floor plan available
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What we like the most about the community is just everything and we would most definitely recommend Brighter Living to other families based on the experience so far. There's not one quality that is better...
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.
Photo of Saint Francis Manchester
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So far I have a very favorable experience with all the staff, from the Director, Business Manager, LPN and CNA's. The facility is kept cleaned and the staff has been very accommodating to my family. My...
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.
Saint Francis Manchester is a true place of connection. Here, friendships form around the table. Bodies are nourished, as are souls. Minds engage, and burdens of daily living fade. As an affordable alternative to traditional senior care, our residents, staff, and supporters share a vibrant...
Photo of Auburn Hill Senior Living
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Overall 4 stars. The staff are wonderful. My Dad would probably rate the food at a 7. Sometimes he's a fan; other times, not so much! But that's likely true anywhere. I do wish the room could be cleaned a...
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.
Auburn Hill at Swift Creek ReservoirSet against the serenity and stunning views of the Swift Creek Reservoir, Auburn Hill offers you a welcoming and comfortable environment where you can easily adapt, thrive and enjoy life—just like at home. Recently received OurHealth’s Gold award for “Best...
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Photo of Ginter Hall Assisted Living and Memory Care
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5 for all. The management, especially [name removed], is extremely helpful and nice, was always there from the day we toured the facility, until weeks after my mom had passed away. The staff was very nice,...
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.
Ginter Hall Assisted Living & Memory Care has been providing Quality Care at an Affordable Price to seniors in the Richmond Metropolitan area for well over 38+ years! Ginetr Hall, a local Family Owned community, is committed to enriching the lives of senior adults through top quality care...
Photo of Sancerre Atlee Station
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All staff is friendly attentive , room size is good and the facility is one of cleanest I've seen. Haven't done many activities yet but plenty to choose from. Food quality is good and plentiful
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.
Sancerre Atlee Station is a vibrant and modern senior living community in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Our community will offer 103 accommodations for assisted living and memory care residents, specifically designed to meet their unique needs.At Sancerre Atlee Station, we understand the importance...
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Photo of Karolwood Gardens of Portsmouth
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I had the difficult task of finding an assisted living style setting for my sister in law after the recent passing of my brother. They were married for over 55 years and had plans to down size together into...
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.
Province Place was designed to function much like your own home. Residents select a one or two bedroom suite, each with its own private bathroom and kitchenette. Groups of suites nestled together in neighborhoods share a cozy living room, family room, dining room, enclosed courtyard and...
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Photo of The Hamilton Assisted Living
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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.
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Photo of Warwick Forest, a CCRC
77 Photos available
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After family tours of multiple memory care units in our community, we chose Warwick Forest's Evergreen for our family member. Twenty residents enjoy a calm, attractive atmosphere with excellent security and...
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.
Here at Warwick Forest, we're more than fancy buildings and first class amenities. Of course, we have all the things you would expect from an award-winning CCRC, but what may surprise you is how comfortable you feel from the moment you arrive.Our community is relaxed and always eager to welcome a...
Photo of Golden Years Assisted Living
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staff was great and very friendly to me and my family .I would like to say thank you for the nurses that work there and doing a great job with the patients.
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.
Photo of Petersburg Home For Ladies
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At Petersburg Home For Ladies they are very friendly. They made us feel welcome when she moved in. The only thing we had a problem was with nursing at one point. She did have high blood pressure and had to...
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.
For more than three generations we have been the preferred residence for women 62 and older who live in the cities of Petersburg, Hopewell, and Colonial Heights as well as the counties of Dinwiddie, Prince George, Chesterfield, and beyond. Why are we so highly regarded? Because our licensed...
Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham
66 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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They just did landscaping around all the villas and the assisted living building. Very nice. Waiting on maintenance is still somewhat of a problem but better since they fired their maintenance head. I would...
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.
Located in the tranquil region of Farnham, Richmond County, Virginia, Commonwealth Assisted Living at Farnham lie on a very natural surrounding filled with peace. The senior community is situated a few miles from Warsaw town in the midst of a magnificent farmland. Surrounding amenities within the...
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They're very courteous. They go out of their way to help our family as well as our loved one. It's always clean every time I visit her room, and I like that very much.
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.
Photo of Bay Lake Community
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11 Floor plan available
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Bay Lake is a very nice assisted living. The staff are like family to us. I feel safe and well cared for. I'm proud to call Bay Lake my home.
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.
Bay Lake Community, located in Virginia Beach, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Inspiritas - Memory Care. You'll have peace of mind knowing we are a Retirement Unlimited, Inc community, family-owned and operated in Virginia with a proud 35+ year tradition of providing exceptional...
Photo of The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living
1212 Photos available
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8.0
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My Mom has only been there for a month but so far she likes it. The apartment wasn't ready on the date we were supposed to move in but they fixed the issue immediately. They are responsive when I reach out...
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.
The Harmony Collection at Hanover offers independent and assisted living in a welcoming community.In Mechanicsville, Virginia, we offer modern apartments, inviting spaces, and engaging daily experiences, life here feels easy and fulfilling.Here, independence, support, and meaningful connections...
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Photo of Edgeworth Park at New Town
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[name removed] is always there to help with a smile on her face. You can tell she enjoys helping the residents. We all appreciate [name removed], Christmas is coming and she deserves and has earned a special...
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.
Welcome to Edgeworth Park at New Town, where residents feel right at home in the comfort and beauty of their private apartment. Assisted Living residents enjoy assistance with activities of daily living provided by a competent and compassionate staff, along with opportunities to make new friends...
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Photo of Sunrise at Bon Air
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44 Floor plans available
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The nurses were awesome. They made mom comfortable especially her last few days. Nurses were very caring. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of The Hidenwood Community
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The only thing that didn't right is that I was waived the first month. Free rent plus memory care. My Mom didn't get to moved in until [date removed] because they didn't get Doctor paperwork done correctly....
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.
The Hidenwood Community, located in Newport News, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Inspiritas - Memory Care. You'll have peace of mind knowing we are a Retirement Unlimited, Inc community, family-owned and operated in Virginia with a proud 35+ year tradition of providing...
Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at the West End
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Compared to similar places we saw I would rate Commonwealth as 5 starts as some places were just not appealing at all. Overall however I would say our experience was a 4.5. We were happy with the size of the...
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.
Welcome to Commonwealth Assisted Living at The West End! A premier Assisted Living community, Commonwealth Assisted Living is nestled on an eight-acre wooded site in the heart of Richmond's West End, conveniently near the intersections of Gaskins Road, Three Chopt Road and Interstate 64-West....
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Williamsburg
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It's a smaller facility where the benefit is that the staff truly gets to know each resident and family member personally. My parents are well cared for, and I can be confident that if I am not able to visit...
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.
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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care
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All of the staff have been very engaged, very nice, and attentive. The facility is very clean. [name removed] is really good with my mom. Keep up the great work and it's appreciated. I like going home...
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.
The Harmony Collection at Hanover offers assisted living and memory care in a welcoming community.In Mechanicsville, Virginia, we offer comfortable apartments, inviting spaces, and engaging activities, residents enjoy a lifestyle that feels balanced and easy.Here, independence, support, and...
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We had a wonderful experience however with her new care location, Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond. Overall we gave a 4 they went through TWO management transitions while Mom was there. 5 for care, possibly...
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.
We designed our Cottage Care program around the belief that everyone has the right and the capacity to live and love while discovering enjoyment in each day – regardless of abilities that have been lost to dementia.The result is a wonderful blend of security and comfort. For example, although all...

Cost of nursing homes in James City County, VA

The average cost of senior living in James City County is $5,160 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Williamsburg, VA with an average of $4,811 per month.

Nursing homes costs in James City County, VA, vs. nearby counties

James City County, VA
$5,160/mo
$4,811/mo

Nursing homes costs in James City County, VA, vs. state and national averages

James City County, VA
$5,160/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in James City County, VA, vs. other senior living options

$7,046/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,160/mo

Nursing homes costs in James City County, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,170/mo
Private
$5,342/mo

Senior living costs in James City County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: James City County, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJames City County, VAVirginiaU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,160/mo$5,222/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$6,616/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,046/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,446/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
James City County, VA:$5,160/mo
Virginia:$5,222/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
James City County, VA:$6,616/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
James City County, VA:$7,046/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
James City County, VA:$4,446/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in James City County, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in James City County 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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Nursing homes cost trends in James City County, VA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in James City County 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
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
James City County, VA$6,634/mo$6,262/mo+5.9%
Virginia$6,403/mo$6,135/mo+4.4%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
James City County, VA
2024 average cost:$6,634/mo
2023 average cost:$6,262/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,403/mo
2023 average cost:$6,135/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in James City County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in James City County

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.

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.

James City County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in James City County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in James City 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 James City 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 James City County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
James City County, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.5%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.3%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.6%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.3%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.9%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in James City 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 James City County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
James City County, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in James City 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 James City County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
James City County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
41.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in James City 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 James City County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
James City County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.9%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
32.5%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in James City 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 James City County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
James City County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
47.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.5%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.8%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.5%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
33.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Charter Senior Living of Williamsburg, Dominion Village Williamsburg and Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near James City County, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 160 nursing homes facilities near James City County, Virginia. See the full list.
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