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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Big Island, VA
If your loved one needs memory care in Big Island, A Place for Mom can help. With 12 memory care facilities in Big Island, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Big Island incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Big Island memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Big Island, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lynchburg, Bedford and Lexington.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Lynchburg, Bedford and Lexington.
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9.8
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112 reviews
The staff at Pearls of Life are kind, patient and generally seem to take good care of my mom. My only concern is the medical care my mom has received. They discourage maintaining relationships with my...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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74 reviews
My friend has been in Memory Care for 7 years. She has been treated with respect. The staff seems to care about the residents. They even hug us!
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.
Growing a tradition of care! Heritage Green Assisted Living Community is a beautifully designed, single story building that caters to seniors that require assistance with activities of daily living but do not need skilled health care services. This 48-unit, 64 bed Assisted Living Community shares...
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8.4
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31 reviews
The heart of the staff at Liberty Ridge' Runk and Pratt wonderful. They are compassionate and patient. Though no senior care residence is perfect, they love the residents as they would their own family. ...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.1
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31 reviews
From start to today, everything has been a good experience. Staff is friendly all the time and so willing to help. Bentley Commons offers individual apartments, daily activities and an overwhelming sense of...
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.
Mission Bentley Commons at Lynchburg is dedicated to providing a lifestyle that enhances the quality of each resident's life and creates an environment in which your loved ones receive the love and care he/she needs. Description Located in one of the most charming communities in the state of...
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7.9
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12 reviews
I was visiting a friend during dinner when one of the residents became upset with another resident. They got to arguing in the dining room. I was impressed of how quick the staff responded on distracting...
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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The care at this community. The staff are outstanding. The menu is very good with a nice variety of healthy meals. They do have activities that she is active with the other residents, but we would like 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.
The Elms of Lynchburg is an established assisted living serving seniors in a quaint one level campus. If you are looking for a community that is more than a place to rent a room, this is where you want to be. At The Elms, we are not just a facility, we are a home. The passion and compassion that...
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.
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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I would tell others that the individual living spaces/units do not have the ability to control the room temperature. You have to be ok with it being either too hot or too cold. My loved one is also on a...
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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My mother was approved for assisted living here, she was in rehab and then skilled care since October of last year. Initially, she was there for rehab and skilled care and then she got a little better, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Big Island, VA
The average cost of senior living in Big Island is $3,768 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,999 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Big Island, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Big Island, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Big Island, VA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Big Island
Recent reviews for memory care in Big Island
The Fields of Heritage Green in Lynchburg, VA
4.8
My Mom moved into Heritage Green Assisted Living in January, 2019 and has been very satisfied there. I have been very impressed with the staff and how they care for the residents. There is always some type of activity going on that Mom can participate in to keep herself occupied. The facility is ...
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Heritage Green and Daybreak in Lynchburg, VA
5.0
We moved my father into the memory care unit a little over a year ago. They took very good care of him until he passed the Saturday after Thanksgiving. In March/April it had become clear that my Mom was not going to be able to remain at home alone, and she moved into the Assisted Living wing. ...
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Runk and Pratt of Forest
4.4
I received a phone call about my father falling and I was out of town. He is a high fall risk. It did not surprise me that he had fallen due to this. I was not as concerned as I should of been. When the offer was made to send him out to hospital for further evaluation. I did not take it ...
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Big Island review score based on 44 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 44 reviews of 9 Big Island memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Big Island review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Big Island review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Big Island memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 44 reviews of 9 Big Island memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Big Island resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Big Island, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Big Island memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Island memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Island, 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 Big Island memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Big Island that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Island, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Big Island memory care
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 Big Island Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Island, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Island memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Island, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Island memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Island, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
32.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Island memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Big Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Island, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
30%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge, Heritage Green and Daybreak and Spring Oak at Bedford are the top-rated memory care facilities near Big Island, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 12 memory care facilities near Big Island, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Big Island, Virginia are Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge and Runk and Pratt at Leesville Road. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 12 memory care facilities near you in Big Island, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Big Island, Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Big Island, Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Big Island, Virginia ranges from $340 to $9901. The average Memory Care cost in Big Island, Virginia is $3,768. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Big Island, Virginia typically starts at $340. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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