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Memory care in Wachapreague 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 Wachapreague is about $5,116 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 56 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore
66 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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I've found the staff to be very attentive to my sister and, she has been adjusting very well to her new surroundings. I was familiar with the facility when it was The Heritage. I actually think this is the...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore has long been the area’spremier choice for retirement living for over 50 years. Our residents livecomfortably in the historic village of Onancock in their choice of a studio or one-bedroom suites. Residents enjoy three levels of care within the same...
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They were very friendly and welcoming. The facility was always clean. Staff extremely friendly. Staff knowledgeable and helpful. The food seemed good. Activities offered were good. Overall value for the...
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 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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My mother in law loves living at Chesapeake Cove. The staff are wonderful. The caregivers are local, friendly, helpful and she does not go without. The community is clean and well maintained. She likes 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.
If you enjoy independence and the freshness and beauty of the outdoors, then you will love Chesapeake Cove in Crisfield, MD. Nestled on the Delmarva Peninsula, the community provides gorgeous and relaxing views of the bay, which inspires residents to kick back and relax. The neighborhood...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Everyone I’ve been in contact with has been pleasant and cooperative. They have always been positive and upbuilding. I am as happy as I can be here in Assisted Living, however, I do have a keen desire to be...
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 Wachapreague, VA

The average cost of senior living in Wachapreague is $5,116 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Painter, VA with an average of $4,657 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wachapreague, VA vs. nearby cities

Wachapreague, VA
$5,116/mo
$5,227/mo
$4,875/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wachapreague, VA vs. the state and national average

Wachapreague, VA
$5,116/mo
U.S. national average
$4,863/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wachapreague vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,116/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Wachapreague, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,002/mo
Studio
$6,182/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,105/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Wachapreague over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Wachapreague

Recent reviews for memory care in Wachapreague

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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Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore in Onancock, VA

4.6
They've been wonderful (despite my mother's inability to come to terms that she is where she needs to be. When it comes to the cleanliness I have no complaints. The staff members are angels. I probably should knock off one half point, but that would be unfair because they are understaffed. And ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House

4.4
We wish that we'd gotten mom here sooner. It was a wonderful experience and so much better for her than her previous facility was. Everyone was always friendly here. The nurses were great about checking on mom. They were always interactive and smiling. My siblings and I were really really ...
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Wachapreague memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wachapreague memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wachapreague, 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 Wachapreague 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 Wachapreague that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wachapreague, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wachapreague 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 Wachapreague Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wachapreague, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wachapreague 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 Wachapreague partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wachapreague, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Wachapreague 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 Wachapreague communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wachapreague, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wachapreague 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 Wachapreague offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wachapreague, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 8 memory care facilities near Wachapreague, Virginia. See the full list.

The 8 memory care facilities near you in Wachapreague, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Wachapreague, 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 Wachapreague, 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 Wachapreague, Virginia ranges from $3230 to $7778. The average Memory Care cost in Wachapreague, Virginia is $5,116. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Wachapreague, Virginia typically starts at $3230. 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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