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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Blue Ridge, VA
Assisted living costs in Blue Ridge average about $4,078 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Blue Ridge. Our detailed directory has 79 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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We really like the atmosphere of Woodland Hills Community as well as the cliental and all of the employees for the most part. Based on our experience so far we would recommend them to other families
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 Woodland HillsSurrounded by sprawling green spaces and the Blue Ridge Mountains in Roanoke, Virginia, Woodland Hills stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Blacksburg, our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living,...
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My grandmother has resided in 3 memory care centers over the past 5 years, and this experience is by far the BEST. The staff is wonderful, they truly love their residents. She has florished here!! Good...
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.
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Since my husband and I moved into this community everything has been perfect.There is not one single thing below a "5". They helped us move in, they keep track of us, help us exercise, and provide meals for...
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.
The Glebe is a warm, engaging retirement community with majestic mountain views and exceptional amenities and services that make living carefree and pleasurable. Here, you can indulge your passions, challenge your mind, try new things, savor the company of wonderful people. . . and make...
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My loved one was a resident at Our Lady of the Valley for several years. Overall, my loved one had a good experience at this facility. The cleanliness and friendliness were good. The staff, care services,...
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.
Our Lady of the ValleyFor over 35 years, Our Lady of the Valley has served seniors in the greater Roanoke area with compassion and respect. We provide quality assisted living, nursing care, memory care (our newest service!), skilled nursing care, and rehabilitation services—a full continuum of...
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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.
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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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.
A VERY WARM AND INVITING PLACE TO LIVE"Our home will respect your past and assist you in your daily living with a community of professionals that you can rely on and trust.Our staff of certified aides and nurses is caring, compassionate and trained to assist residents with their daily needs just...
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Cost of assisted living in Blue Ridge, VA
The average cost of senior living in Blue Ridge is $4,078 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,999 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Blue Ridge, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Blue Ridge, VA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Blue Ridge vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Blue Ridge, VA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Blue Ridge, VA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Blue Ridge
Recent reviews for assisted living in Blue Ridge
The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care
3.1
We chose The Harmony Collection because the space that it offered, the activities, the cleanliness, and just the overall feel of it. Everyone seemed like they were on top of their game. She has a bedroom with a shared bathroom, so it is a little on the smaller side but it does work for her ...
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Friendship Salem Terrace
4.1
My mom and dad needed separate living, as Dad is incontinent and has increasing dementia, and Mom was not physically able to see to his needs 24/7, as required. This was the best fit for them.
The rent for a small apartment and a memory care room is very high, however, almost double the cost ...
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Runk and Pratt at Smith Moutain Lake in Hardy, VA
4.5
Very clean cheerful place
Good care
Food could use a little umph
Blue Ridge assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blue Ridge assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blue Ridge, 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 Blue Ridge assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Blue Ridge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Blue Ridge, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
51.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
56.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Blue Ridge assisted living
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 Blue Ridge Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blue Ridge, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
50.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
31.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blue Ridge assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Blue Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blue Ridge, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
39.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Blue Ridge assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Blue Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blue Ridge, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
30.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.3%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
35.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blue Ridge assisted 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 assisted living communities in Blue Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blue Ridge, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
51.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
33.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
28.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
44.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Blue Ridge
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Blue Ridge protect seniors.
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