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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sandston, VA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Sandston, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Sandston or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Sandston.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Sandston for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 32 assisted living facilities in the Sandston area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Willow Lawn, Stonewall Court and Bryan Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Richmond, Midlothian and Short Pump.
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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 ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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Cost of assisted living in Sandston, VA
The average cost of senior living in Sandston is $4,843 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,635 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sandston, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sandston, VA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sandston, VA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Sandston
Recent reviews for assisted living in Sandston
Morningside of Bellgrade in Midlothian, VA
5.0
From my perspective pretty much all the questions I would rate a 5. [name removed] is very capable with being able to do most things without assistance. But he seems very happy with the staff when he does need help. The only thing I am not familiar with is the value for cost. My daughter tends ...
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Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond
4.6
The facility was nice and well taken care of, which was very important to us. It smelled very clean - some other facilities smelled like urine. I would say my moms bathroom counter needed updating some Formica coming off that's why I didn't rate it a 5 but it was clean. I can't say enough ...
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Auburn Hill Senior Living in Midlothian, VA
4.4
I have noticed over the past couple of months during my visits with my aunt that things have gotten much better. This is due to the new ED ([name removed]) and the changes she has made. My family and I are excited for my aunt as she appears much more at ease and happy. Management is involved ...
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Sandston review score based on 49 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 49 reviews of 26 Sandston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Sandston review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
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Review subcategories for Sandston assisted living
When assisted living 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 49 reviews of 26 Sandston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sandston resident and family assisted living 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.Sandston, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.5
Friendliness
3.9
4.6
Care services
2.8
4.2
Staff
3.8
4.5
Meals & dining
3.3
4.1
Activities
3.2
4.0
Value for cost*
2.8
4.1
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Sandston assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandston, 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 Sandston 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 Sandston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sandston, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
19.2%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
19.2%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.7%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.9%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sandston 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 Sandston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sandston, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
23.1%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.7%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.4%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sandston 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 Sandston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sandston, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.5%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
11.5%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandston 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 Sandston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sandston, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.5%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
11.5%
35%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandston 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 Sandston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandston, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
11.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.5%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.5%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
15.4%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.5%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.1%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.5%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.5%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.5%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
11.5%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.5%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sandston
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 Sandston protect seniors.
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Sunrise of Richmond, The Barrington at Hioaks and Sunrise at Bon Air are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sandston, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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