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My father has been doing good in this community. The staff does a great job encouraging him to participate in activities in a level of comfort. This community provides a very safe place for him and everyone...
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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 Stuarts Draft Retirement Community and Christian Homes is nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and George Washington Forest and surrounded by breathtaking mountain vistas, farm land, and country life yet only 5 minutes from medical offices and shopping facilities. The Retirement...
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My loved ones moved here after living in a community that was not so great, and this has been a major improvement. They have been very happy with the activities and the food so far. There are many open...
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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.
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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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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: 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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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: 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.
American Senior Living, LLC. Has established Southerland Place to promote the physical, psychological and spiritual well-being of each resident entrusted to our care. To achieve this endeavor we are continually pursuing the highest quality of personal care, service and a level of excellence which...
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Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...
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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.
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.
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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: Independent Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in Meltons, VA

The average cost of senior living in Meltons is $4,364 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fredericksburg, VA with an average of $3,440 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Meltons, VA vs. nearby cities

Meltons, VA
$4,364/mo
$5,307/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Meltons, VA vs. the state and national average

Meltons, VA
$4,364/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Meltons vs. other types of senior living

$5,915/mo
Independent Living
$4,364/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Meltons, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,638/mo
Studio
$5,589/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,318/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,612/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,550/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Meltons

Recent reviews for independent living in Meltons

The Colonnades in Charlottesville, VA

4.8
We moved to independent living at the Colonnades 10 months ago, after considering 5 other Charlottesville area communities. The residents and staff quickly made us feel part of the community; we have many new friends from varied and interesting backgrounds. Pets are welcome. The sense of ...
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Bellaire at Stone Port in Harrisonburg, VA

4.5
The major factors were the size of the community. It is small enough to not be intimidating. The other huge factor for my brother is that it actually has a decent size group of older guys who eat together, watch sports events together and keep each other company.

Brookdale Midlothian

5.0
I would say it has been overall a very positive experience for my uncle and I would choose it again after him being there for a few months now.

Meltons independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Meltons independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Meltons, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Meltons independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Meltons partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Meltons, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.6%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
31.9%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.9%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.6%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Meltons independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Meltons communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Meltons, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.4%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.6%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
25.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Meltons independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Meltons offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Meltons, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.8%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.9%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.8%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
26.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.4%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.4%
40%
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Sunrise of Richmond, Jubilation and Aspire at West End are the top-rated independent living facilities near Meltons, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 139 independent living facilities near Meltons, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Meltons, Virginia are Sunrise of Richmond, The Westmont at Short Pump Community and Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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