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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Smyth County, VA
If your loved one needs memory care in Smyth County, A Place for Mom can help. With 25 memory care facilities in Smyth County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Smyth County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Smyth County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Smyth County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Marion, Marion and Tazewell.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Marion, Marion and Tazewell.
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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: 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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I like knowing that my mom is happy at this caring community. We like that she is living. in a clean community. The meals are amazing and a great variety for her to choose from. The suite she has and 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.
Oakmont at Gordon Park is a dream of three local life long friends, J.J. Gillenwater, Blair Jones and Jeff Tickle who were each born and raised in Bristol. While searching for options for their own families these three gentleman saw the need for a new community with a new vision of enriched...
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.
GlenWood Park Retirement Village is a continuing care retirement community established in southern West Virginia in 1968 by the West Virginia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. Our ecumenical program includes independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care on a 50-acre...
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.
At Pulaski Retirement Community, you can experience the peace of mind that comes with retirement living in a friendly small town atmosphere. Enjoy fine country living, beautiful views and quiet nights in the heart of Virginia’s New River Valley. All complemented by a carefree, active lifestyle...
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Cost of memory care in Smyth County, VA
The average cost of senior living in Smyth County is $5,907 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,161 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Smyth County, VA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Smyth County, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Smyth County, VA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Smyth County
Recent reviews for memory care in Smyth County
Dominion Senior Living Bristol
5.0
5 on everything. What we like the most about the Dominion Senior Living Bristol community are the people. The people are fantastic their activities are great keeps my mom engaged the food is top notch they treat them with dignity and respect
Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon
5.0
All 5 stars! This is a beautiful facility. It is spotless and cheerful. Staff are friendly and attentive. Our family has visited 5 to 6 days per week. The care is consistent and the food is excellent. We couldn't be more pleased. Thank you A Place for Mom for the referral (we prayed about this ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Hillsville
4.4
My loved one was previously a resident at Commonwealth Senior Living at Hillsville. I have minimal complaints. Good response when we asked for things we felt were needed. So happy to be there with Hospice overseeing and we also hired additional caregivers so someone would be with her the ...
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Smyth County review score based on 66 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 66 reviews of 25 Smyth County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Smyth County 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
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Review subcategories for Smyth County 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 66 reviews of 25 Smyth County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Smyth County 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.Smyth County, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
Smyth County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smyth County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smyth 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 Smyth County 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 Smyth County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smyth County, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
36.7%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.7%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.3%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Smyth County 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 Smyth County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smyth County, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
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
36.7%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smyth County 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 Smyth County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smyth County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Smyth County 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 Smyth County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smyth County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smyth County 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 Smyth County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smyth County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.7%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
36.7%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
30%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.7%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Bristol, American House Bristol and Dogwood Crossing are the top-rated memory care facilities near Smyth County, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 25 memory care facilities near Smyth County, Virginia. See the full list.
The 25 memory care facilities near you in Smyth County, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Smyth County, 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 Smyth County, 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 Smyth County, Virginia ranges from $1995 to $35000. The average Memory Care cost in Smyth County, Virginia is $5,907. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Smyth County, Virginia typically starts at $1995. 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Smyth County
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