We had our mother there for about seven years. All the staff took incredible care of her, we felt incredibly safe to have her there. We could not have been happier with this whole establishment, and all the...
Our mother, who has dementia and requires 24-hour care, has been a resident for more than 3 years. The staff are like family members to her and we have found it to be a comfortable fit. Other than a bit...
Our family has been very satisfied with the Avalon House on Dominion Crest. They are able to provide individualized are that is exceptional. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would most...
The move in was easy and helpful. Dining staff and kitchen could be better trained and more hospitable. I would give the food a grade of C-. Overall though, a nice place to live that I would recommend for...
We love The Gardens at Fair Oaks. What we love the most about the community is the quality of care given by the staff members, the décor in the community and the food that is prepared for the residents. And...
Our mother, who has dementia and requires 24-hour care, has been a resident for more than 3 years. The staff are like family members to her and we have found it to be a comfortable fit. Other than a bit...
The Barrington at Hioaks is an exceptional facility. All the nurses I have met have met me with a smile. They show true care for my mother! My mom needs a very high level of care and all of the staff is...
The friendliness of the staff gets a 5+. Quality of care rating is less than perfect because of the QUANTITY of it … (short staffed). Meals offer variety but occasionally over-cooked vegetables.. Activities...
Staff and many residents are welcoming. Environment is clean, comfortable, welcoming. My brother and I visited. He has spent a 2 week respite there in November. And he started attending day respite in...
Initial move in went well. No guidance regarding laundry services. No orientation. No buddy system. No response to voice messages. Friendly and helpful staff. Staff checks on resident during day and reminds...
My mom came to Georgian manor in bad shape. She had been hospitalized and had rehab for two months. She was depressed and had little motivation to do anything. This place has turned my mom around!!!! The...
The staff there is very professional, knowledgeable and accommodating. They resolved our issues as well address our questions and concerns. I would definitely recommend them.
Bay Lake is truly the best in Virginia Beach. Staff are responsive and caring. It is a smaller community, which is very beneficial because it provides a more family-like environment and feel. We are pleased...
The staff is great! There might be a couple of people having a bad day on certain days, but overall very good. Housekeeping is great. I wish they would provide toilet paper and tissues so I did not have to...
Maintenance-when there is something I have asked for help with, I have gotten the quickest response. She had a problem with her toilet and it was addressed immediately. Even had a problem with her walker...
In Virginia, the median monthly cost of assisted living is about $5,100, according to A Place for Mom’s internal data from its brand partners. However, assisted living in the commonwealth is only slightly more expensive compared to the national median monthly cost of assisted living in the U.S., which is about $4,800.[01] However, this is in line with the higher cost of living in the state, especially in areas near large metros and tourist attractions.
When you take a look at assisted living expenses in Virginia, it’s generally a good idea to look at median costs instead of average costs. Medians normally aren’t influenced by extreme values, such as amenities-focused, luxury communities outside of Washington, D.C., or high-end communities near Virginia’s beaches.
It’s normal for there to be a significant variation of assisted living costs in the commonwealth. The lower 10th percentile monthly cost in Virginia is about $3,000, while the 90th percentile monthly cost is around $8,000 per month.[01]
It’s important to understand the many different factors that influence assisted living costs in Virginia. One key factor is the level of care needed by a specific resident. The following may also play a role in pricing for assisted living in the commonwealth:
In Virginia, assisted living communities tend to be more budget-friendly in rural, low-population density areas than those located near the nation’s capital in northern Virginia (NOVA). Regardless of where you choose to live in Virginia, it can feel like sticker shock when seeing the price of assisted living communities. However, there are many options for paying for assisted living. In fact, it’s possible for senior Virginians to qualify for Medicaid or Medicare, which can help cover the expenses related to assisted living in the commonwealth.
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When considering assisted living in Virginia, plan ahead and figure out your loved one’s budget prior to needing care. Some Virginians can potentially combine private and public pay options to cover assisted living expenses. In the sections below, you can learn about the different ways families can pay for assisted living expenses in Virginia. To take a deeper dive into payment options, visit our complete guide to paying for long-term care.
When first moving into assisted living care in Virginia, seniors and their families commonly use private pay resources first.
In the commonwealth, the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) oversees Virginia’s assisted living facilities. The requirements outlined in Virginia’s Assisted Living Rules and Regulations are to be followed by assisted living communities operating in Virginia.[02] These communities are typically subject to periodic inspections by commonwealth and local authorities as outlined in Virginia’s regulations.
You can access publicly available information about assisted living facilities in Virginia by using the VDSS’s Assisted Living Facility Search Portal. It’s worth noting that the commonwealth does not guarantee that the information available through their system is accurate, up-to-date, or complete.
When you’re looking at assisted living facilities, it’s important to realize that your loved one’s situation, needs, and preferences are unique. If you’re interested in your loved one living in a community with specific amenities and services, it’s a good idea to ask prospective assisted living facilities about these during a tour or exploratory phone call.
Moving into assisted living doesn’t mean that seniors lose their autonomy and independence. In the commonwealth, the above rules and regulations outline resident rights in assisted living communities. These rights include but are not limited to the following:
For further peace of mind, ask prospective communities about their policies and how they might affect your loved one. Remember: It’s always OK to ask questions when you’re determining if an assisted living community is a good fit for your loved one.
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We developed a system to rate each state on how easy — or difficult — it is to find important assisted living records and reports, and we compiled tips to help you in your search.
States with the most transparent records allow you to look up important information about each assisted living facility online, including inspections, complaints, survey results, violations, capacity, and whether the facility accepts Medicaid.
Public access to assisted living records and reports for the Commonwealth of Virginia is exceptional. A key findings that informed this rating is that Virginia has records of assisted living complaints and violations dating back to 2003.
We developed a standard methodology for state data collection and evaluation, and we based our rating primarily on the objective, state-specific accessibility criteria outlined in these questions:
A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom Proprietary Data.
Virginia Department of Social Services. (2021, October 13). Standards for licensed assisted living facilities.
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