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10 Best Nursing Homes in Sussex, VA
Sussex 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 24 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Sussex, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Sussex is about $3,375, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 43 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 Carsley, Littleton and Hunterdale.
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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
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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.
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...
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The staff are very friendly and accommodating. But as is so common, there is an unfortunately high to staff ratio which leads to residents not having as much personalized attention as could be desired. But...
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.
In a home like setting, we provide the ideal solution for seniors who require some help with daily activities. Residents are able to live independently in their own suites while receiving the services they need from our well- trained and caring staff. Spring Oak at Petersburg offers three care...
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Everyone at the administrative level is available to answer questions. Making the decision to have Mom leave her home was difficult for us, especially for her. Now, though, she and we know it's best. The...
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.
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The marketing staff does a good job explaining about the facility with regards to how a resident will live and transition as their needs change. The facility is well maintained. They offer lots of activities...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village at Woods Edge tucked amid picturesque Franklin, Virginia was created for active, independent seniors who want to get the most from their retirement. The Village combines personal freedom and security, comfort and convenience. We understand the emotional, mental, and...
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Very personable facility. Vista Park Memory Care was very welcoming and the care has been excellent. I feel relieved to have finally found a loving facility for my friend. Vista Park has been a blessing.
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.
Vista Park Memory Care is an assisted living community located in Petersburg, Virginia, in Petersburg City County. A supportive environment in a beautiful setting, Vista Park Memory Care is an excellent place for you to make a new home. Petersburg is a peaceful city with friendly citizens and...
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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.
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...
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.
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: 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.
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.
People use nursing home services for any number of reasons -- because today's nursing homes can provide solutions to almost every eldercare problem. No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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
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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.
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
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.
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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Sussex, VA
The average cost of senior living in Sussex is $3,375 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $3,193 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Sussex, VA vs. nearby cities
Sussex, VA
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Sussex, VA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Sussex vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Sussex, VA by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Sussex over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Sussex
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Sussex
Petersburg Home For Ladies
4.9
This is my first experience with assisted living as far as Alzheimers and from the various places I visited, this is by far the best place I saw, even halfway done you could see it was better. They have been great, there's only 9 patients on that wing right now, they're doing a good job. There's ...
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The Village At Woods Edge a CCRC in Franklin, VA
5.0
Our overall experience has been a 5 across the board. They all have been very welcoming and helpful during mom's transition to assisted living. The food selections have been great to see because mom is getting the proper nutrition she needs. The staff did a great job getting mom evaluated for ...
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The Bridges at Petersburg
5.0
To staff, nurses, caretakers and personnel, We want to thank you sincerely from the bottom of our hearts for the care and treatment shown toward my mother during her nearly one year stay. All of you showed much love and concern for her. We thank you for the thoughts and prayers offered our way ...
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Sussex nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sussex nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sussex, 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 Sussex 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 Sussex that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sussex, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.1%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.9%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78.9%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.4%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.9%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.8%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sussex 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 Sussex Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sussex, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.1%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sussex 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 Sussex partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sussex, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sussex 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 Sussex communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sussex, VANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.1%
0.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sussex 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 Sussex offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sussex, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
15.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.6%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
15.8%
0.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Village At Woods Edge a CCRC, Petersburg Home For Ladies and Spring Oak at Petersburg are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Sussex, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 24 nursing homes facilities near Sussex, Virginia. See the full list.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Sussex
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- Doles Crossroads, Virginia
- Scottswood, Virginia
- Manry, Virginia
- Ivor, Virginia
- Black Creek, Virginia
- Pulleys Crossroads, Virginia
- Delaware, Virginia
- Berlin, Virginia
- Sedley, Virginia
- Handsom, Virginia
- Lumberton, Virginia
- Dory, Virginia
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