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Memory care in Elmington offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Elmington is about $4,966 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 98 communities, read 2313 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg
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I really liked the staff. They can improve on taking time with the patient's appearance a little more. Making sure their hair is brushed every day.
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.
Say goodbye to lawn care, painting, and repair projects, and say hello to engaging activities and social opportunities, chef-prepared meals, scheduled transportation, home services and more.At Commonwealth of Williamsburg you can relax and enjoy living in an active adult community unlike any...
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I had the difficult task of finding an assisted living style setting for my sister in law after the recent passing of my brother. They were married for over 55 years and had plans to down size together into...
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.
Province Place was designed to function much like your own home. Residents select a one or two bedroom suite, each with its own private bathroom and kitchenette. Groups of suites nestled together in neighborhoods share a cozy living room, family room, dining room, enclosed courtyard and...
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I had a pretty great experience moving my elderly friend here from his apartment for safety reasons. The administration was helpful with a smooth transition. He has made friends and likes the nursing staff....
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.
Acquired by Saber in 2020, The Villages of Rosemont offers personalized assisted living services for seniors who need extra support with daily tasks. Our community is located in a quiet neighborhood in Virginia Beach that’s perfect for residents to explore. With a nearby boardwalk, local shopping...
Photo of Harmony on the Peninsula
99 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
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I really liked the facility, and the rooms were set up really nice and roomy. I liked that my Mom didn't have to share the room, too. The staff were welcoming, but they were constantly short staffed, and...
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.
Welcome to Harmony on the PeninsulaAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Yorktown, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to keep...
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Charter is a very clean, nice facility. Nice cafeteria and food options. Nice rooms with French doors and garden view. Treated my Uncle very well. Yes would recommend. Clean, nice facility. Great food...
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.
Independence and Peace of Mind are important to us and encouraged by Morningside's features and services. Morningside's Levels of Care Program ensures that residents receive the care they need and pay only for the services they require. This allows residents to remain within the community as...
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We chose it because of the flexible, independent nature of the community, even for residents who are in memory care. Also, when the level of care increases a move is not necessarily required. One improvement...
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.
At Bickford of Chesapeake, we offer personalized help with the activities of daily life, such as meals, grooming, and medication management. We also offer an intimate, engaging environment designed specifically for seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
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44 Floor plans available
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We chose Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall because of the openness of the facility. It didn't seem seem like a skilled facility or assisted facility… It was more in line with what we were looking for....
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 Norfolk, VA very close to I-64,Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is on the boarder of VA Beach and Chesapeake as well. We are centrally located to many city amenities, including public transportation, ample shopping and restaurants, Sentara Leigh Hospital and many doctors'...
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Loved Spring Arbor! They have been open long enough that everything goes smoothly. The staff is fantastic. They are very professional but also warm and friendly. I would highly recommend Spring Arbor 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.
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My loved one is currently a resident at Karolwood Gardens Norfolk and overall the experience has been okay so far. Communication with the family is sporadic. The meals need some serious overhauling. Also,...
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.
Province Place of De Paul is a place where you will find some of the best amenities, and choices that you may not find in other senior living residences. Norfolk, Virginia has many amenities that can be very appealing to seniors. This offers a local community to explore that offers many choices...
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All staff are very kind and caring with the clients and yes, we would recommend Brookdale Virginia Beach community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they are. Your loved one will stay engaged with a gentle daily structure...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor
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44 Floor plans available
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My mom is level 2 dementia and we had a mishappening, I rang the bell several times for help and after 25 minutes I went in search of a nurse after I found one it took another 10 minutes for them to come 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.
Cedar Manor Assisted Living is an affiliate of Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. Cedar Manor offers a comfortable, supportive atmosphere to enjoy your independence in a secure, peaceful, wooded setting. Each private suite features kitchenettes, individual climate control and bathrooms with...
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[name removed] is always there to help with a smile on her face. You can tell she enjoys helping the residents. We all appreciate [name removed], Christmas is coming and she deserves and has earned a special...
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.
Welcome to Edgeworth Park at New Town, where residents feel right at home in the comfort and beauty of their private apartment. Assisted Living residents enjoy assistance with activities of daily living provided by a competent and compassionate staff, along with opportunities to make new friends...
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The experience has been very good and my loved one is happy here. My aunt is in memory care. They do a very good job. They care & are very professional. [name removed] is wonderful. She has made this...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House is located at 7657 Meredith Drive in Gloucester, Virginia. It is situated near the historic courthouse in downtown Gloucester, where residents can enjoy an assisted living community in a family like environment. The primary goal of Gloucester House...
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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.
Welcome to Colonial Manor at Williamsburg, a residential community where seniors can live life to its fullest. Enjoy your new lifestyle in a secure, intimate setting that creates a sense of close family and friends where maintenance and other cares are handled for you. And, where virtually all...
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What we like the most about the community is that they are very friendly, call me by name, and treat my wife with respect. The staff is great
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.
Welcome to Cambridge CrossingAt Cambridge Crossing, we believe the best care begins with meaningful connection. Located in the heart of Williamsburg, our 67-bed assisted living and memory care community offers personalized Assisted Living, specialized Memory Care, and flexible Respite...
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Technically Patriots Colony has a Williamsburg address, but it is really out in the country. In order to live here, you have to be a former military officer or retired from the US State Department. Most of...
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.
Patriots Colony's Health Care services are open to the public for direct admission. In other words, there is no "career eligibility criteria" for assisted living, memory care or skilled nursing care as there is for independent living.All Patriots Colony residents have guaranteed priority access...
Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock
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The care services get a 5 but only because Mom had wonderful care from Hospice of VA (3, if only facility staff). Many activities were offered but Mom did not participate in many. I think that more staff...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock was designed with seniors in mind and created to provide a comfortable but dignified style of living. Caring comes naturally to us, so that each resident has the assistance he or she needs or wants. Our specialized and newly remodeled MEMORY CARE UNIT...
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The ratio between residence and staff is very good. There spend alot of time with the residence. The staff is friendly and easy to work with and my loved one is well taken care of. I would recommend this...
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.
Welcome to Dominion Village of Poquoson, a Five Star Senior Living community! We have created a small neighborhood where staff have the unique opportunity to develop relationships with each resident and family. We foster independence in a happy environment and strive to create a home-like...
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No better Place, wonderful place to for your dementia patients to reside. They have small one-on-one attention and staff, wonderful activities for cognitive care, personal care. A beautiful facility. Each...
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.
English Meadows Williamsburg Campus is dedicated to individuals with memory impairments, focusing on the dignity and well-being of residents through our signature programs that offer connection and engagement. We believe that those with memory impairments can continue to lead a rich, fulfilling...
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staff was great and very friendly to me and my family .I would like to say thank you for the nurses that work there and doing a great job with the patients.
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 them that it is a good community to go to. The staff are friendly, and helpful. The room is a good size and we had to provide the furniture for my loved one. The selection of the food is...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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Things are going better. The staff are making efforts to take Gale to dinning main area as often as they can. I believe they also have activities on the other side that she could enjoy. She’s doing much...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Harbour ViewIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Suffolk, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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We really like that the resident's care levels are lower so they are able to house more people and most of the staff members are really nice. They could have a few more nurses or aids over the weekends. The...
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.
In the heart of Warsaw, Northern Neck Senior Care Community, provides a full continuum of compassionate and excellent care.Formerly part of the Riverside Health System, under new ownership, the facility was infused with clinical and operational enhancements to take our care and service to the...
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Emily Green Shores is a great facility and it is definitely a family type atmosphere. The care here is great and the staff members are very attentive. My dad said it felt like home and we really appreciate...
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.
Emily Green Shores is a faith-based senior assisted living facility owned by the Portsmouth Baptist Association and located in Portsmouth, Virginia. Our facility rests on the Elizabeth River waterfront offering beautiful sunset views from our spacious sunroom facing the water. Emily Green Shores...
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I like the friendliness of everyone and they really make my loved one feel at home. They also made the transition there a breeze. They provided my loved one with all of their room furnishings. They are very...
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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Cost of memory care in Elmington, VA

The average cost of senior living in Elmington is $4,966 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smithfield, VA with an average of $4,598 per month.

Memory care costs in Elmington, VA, vs. nearby cities

Elmington, VA
$4,966/mo
$5,021/mo

Memory care costs in Elmington, VA, vs. state and national averages

Elmington, VA
$4,966/mo
U.S. national average
$4,941/mo

Memory care costs in Elmington, VA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,966/mo

Memory care costs in Elmington, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,440/mo
Studio
$5,804/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,907/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,658/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,995/mo

Senior living costs in Elmington vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Elmington, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElmington, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$4,966/mo$5,448/mo$4,941/mo
Assisted Living$4,881/mo$5,437/mo$4,707/mo
Independent Living$4,249/mo$4,616/mo$4,156/mo
Memory Care
Elmington, VA:$4,966/mo
Virginia:$5,448/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Assisted Living
Elmington, VA:$4,881/mo
Virginia:$5,437/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Independent Living
Elmington, VA:$4,249/mo
Virginia:$4,616/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Memory care costs in Elmington, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Elmington and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Elmington, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Elmington have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elmington, VA$6,060/mo$5,589/mo+8.4%
Virginia$6,824/mo$6,306/mo+8.2%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Elmington, VA
2024 average cost:$6,060/mo
2023 average cost:$5,589/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,824/mo
2023 average cost:$6,306/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Elmington

Recent reviews for memory care in Elmington

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
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Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock

5.0
Before I retired seven years ago, I was in healthcare administration in the Kilmarnock community, and Commonwealth has always had a good reputation. I did look into several agencies, and came in to take the tour at Commonwealth and liked what I saw. It was very clean, and there was a home ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and dedicated staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Commonwealth Senior Living at King's Grant House, Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House, and Chesapeake Place Senior Living, who go above and beyond to care for their loved ones. Famil ...
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Varied activities for memory care residents. Residents in memory care units at different communities, like Charter Senior Living of Newport News, Harmony on the Peninsula, and Brookdale Virginia Beach, enjoy a range of engaging activities, from singing and music to field trips and social hours. These activities provide opportunities ...
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Clear and consistent communication with families. Families praise the open and frequent communication they receive from staff at communities such as Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg, Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake, and Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham, allowing them to stay informed about their loved ones' care and well-being.
Accommodating and understanding caregivers. Several reviews mention the patience and adaptability of caregivers at various communities, including Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg and The Hidenwood Community, who make accommodations to meet the unique needs of their residents, particularly those with challenging behaviors or ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of living spaces. Residents and families consistently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of communities like Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake, Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg, and Charter Senior Living of Newport News, ensuring a comfortable and hygienic living environment.
Individualized care plans for resident needs. Communities such as Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine, Harmony at Oakbrooke, and Brookdale Virginia Beach provide personalized care plans tailored to each resident's individual needs, ensuring they receive the necessary support and attention to maintain their overall health and ...
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Elmington review score based on 429 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 429 reviews of 91 Elmington memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elmington 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

Elmington review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Elmington, VA91 facilities
7.2
White Stone, VA48 facilities
7.4
Urbanna, VA64 facilities

Review subcategories for Elmington 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 429 reviews of 91 Elmington memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Elmington 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.
Elmington, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.3
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.8
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Elmington memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elmington memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elmington, 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 Elmington 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 Elmington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elmington, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.2%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.9%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Elmington 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 Elmington Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elmington, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.5%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elmington 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 Elmington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elmington, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.5%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.1%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Elmington 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 Elmington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elmington, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.2%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.9%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.5%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elmington 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 Elmington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elmington, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60.4%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.4%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.7%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.3%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Elmington

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Elmington protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 98 memory care facilities near Elmington, Virginia. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Elmington, Virginia is The Waterford at Virginia Beach. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 98 memory care facilities near you in Elmington, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Elmington, 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 Elmington, 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 Elmington, Virginia ranges from $1605 to $11245. The average Memory Care cost in Elmington, Virginia is $4,966. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Elmington, Virginia typically starts at $1605. 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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