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10 Best Nursing Homes in Buckner, VA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Buckner nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Buckner, VA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Buckner or another care type is right for you. Browse 19 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Buckner.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Snell, Guinea and Daltons.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Snell, Guinea and Daltons.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Buckner, VA
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9.4
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Overall, our experience at Westmont has actually been very positive. When our father transferred to a memory care unit, we initially did not think that that was a great idea. Very soon we realized that we...
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.
Experience Senior Care at The Westmont at Short PumpSurrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and small-town charm in Glen Allen, Virginia, The Westmont at Short Pump stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Fredericksburg, our senior housing offers a...
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9.0
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31 reviews
Overall we are very pleased with the quality of care and the smooth transition for [name removed]. We appreciate so much the assistance we have received from A Place For Mom.
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.
Located in a lovely residential neighborhood in the West End of Richmond. We are near premiere shopping, dining, hotels, interstates, hospitals and medical services. Our range of services extends from respite care to traditional assisted living services such as bathing, dressing, and medication...
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9.0
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69 reviews
My dad is in memory care and I’ve found the stuff to be very caring and attentive. My dad’s laundry, room and hygiene are looked after and the staff keeps me updated. If I have any negatives to report...
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.
Located in the charming West End of Richmond, Tuckahoe Senior Living offers the very best in personalized care. Our community specializes in assisted living for those who may need help with everyday activities, as well as memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other forms of...
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8.6
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6 reviews
We had a wonderful experience however with her new care location, Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond. Overall we gave a 4 they went through TWO management transitions while Mom was there. 5 for care, possibly...
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.
We designed our Cottage Care program around the belief that everyone has the right and the capacity to live and love while discovering enjoyment in each day – regardless of abilities that have been lost to dementia.The result is a wonderful blend of security and comfort. For example, although all...
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30 reviews
The staff at Morningside has always gone above and beyond with making sure my mother is safe and comfortable and communicating with the family about her needs and how she is doing. I would most definitely...
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.
Morningside House of Spotsylvania is the only memory-care dedicated assisted living community in Spotsylvania County designed and built exclusively for residents with memory impairments such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy-Body and other related dementias. While other assisted living...
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57 reviews
We visited several assisted living communities and chose Cambridge Gardens in Fredericksburg as mom’s new home. The wonderful staff, charming rooms, delicious meals, many scheduled activities and on site...
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.
Experience the best of Fredericksburg at Cambridge Gardens!Our community is located in the heart of Lee's Hill with access to shops, entertainment, and several medical services just down the street. As an assisted living community, we offer services for seniors around the clock, all within one...
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8 reviews
The facility is awesome. Their staff is very informative and friendly. They clean up very good. They take good care of mom. They love her and she loves them. The food is definitely on point. I would...
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.
The decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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My mother has been in the Amerisist of Louisa since May. The facility is clean and the staff is very friendly. The facility has an overall "homey" feel. There are not a lot of level one care residents, so it...
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.
Spring Oak at Louisa always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents.Residents always have options when they’re looking for something fun and exciting to do outside of the community. Our community is filled with people just like you. Our residents rest easy knowing that...
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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.
Alpha House is a special place. Alpha House is a small charming senior living community devoted to Alzheimer’s and dementia residents. We are located in a country-like setting near the heart of Ashland, Virginia—just 10 miles north of Richmond. Alpha House mirrors our small, intimate community by...
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I found [name removed], the director, and his staff to be exceptionally helpful, kind, and professional. It did not take long for me to realize that my cousin was in a facility that offered kind, attentive,...
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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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.
Nursing homes are many things to many people. Whatever your needs, our goal is to provide compassionate nursing care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. Individualized attention begins as soon as you are admitted, and our skilled nurses meet with you regularly to discuss...
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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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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, 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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Buckner, VA
The average cost of senior living in Buckner is $4,998 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Port Royal, VA with an average of $4,754 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buckner, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buckner, VA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Buckner
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Buckner
Morningside House of Spotsylvania in Fredericksburg, VA
5.0
This has been a very good experience for my loved one and family. The staff have really worked with the family and our loved one's needs. Everyone is very friendly and nice here.
I'm impressed with the interactions of the residents and they way they socialize with each other. The staff make ...
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Cambridge Gardens in Fredericksburg, VA
3.9
Overall it’s a nice place. My mom needs a lot of help. She is not as mobile as most of the other residents. The aids seem to really like her. And I have become friendly with some of them. I love the chef and the activities director. Both are very spiritual and have the residents happiness at ...
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Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond
5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond and everything has been great for her at this facility so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great! The staff, care service, value for cost and meals are all great as well! I would recommend Blue Ridge Senior ...
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Buckner nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buckner nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buckner, 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 Buckner 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 Buckner that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.3%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.3%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.3%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Buckner 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 Buckner Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buckner 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 Buckner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buckner 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 Buckner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buckner 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 Buckner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buckner, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Westmont at Short Pump Community, Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond and Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Buckner, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 19 nursing homes facilities near Buckner, Virginia. See the full list.
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