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Assisted living costs in Sun average about $5,086 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Sun. Our detailed directory has 106 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.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bristol, Abingdon and Norton.

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9.7
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The care is good and the place is clean. The food is good my mother said. We just have several kinks we are still working out. I would just recommend double and triple checking price prior to actual moving...
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.
Customized Care PlansMoving into an independent and assisted living community may not be a simple decision, but when you meet our friendly team here in Bristol, Virginia, you may find yourself quickly falling in love with the idea. Nestled on a scenic hill overlooking the city, you can admire...
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9.4
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9.4
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Staff and Residents are so nice. The food is nutritious and very good. It is clean and I have not experienced any odors. Fun activities for residents daily. I would highly recommend this facility.
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.
Providing Assisted Living and Memory Care to the Bristol area.
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8.0
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8.0
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The rehab team at The Rehab Center at Bristol takes such great care of their residents! They were knowledgeable and informative. Communication was great! The facility is always clean and I love seeing the...
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.
Advanced Memory Care, Right in Your NeighborhoodWelcome to memory care at Bristol, located in the town best known for being the birthplace of country music. Our brand new community was built to serve the needs of individuals with Dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and various other forms of memory...
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5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work....
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 Abingdon is located in the scenic town of Abingdon, Virginia, in Washington County. Although our premier assisted living community is just a few minutes away from downtown activities, our residents enjoy a serene, natural setting with spectacular views of the...
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Excellent staff. Very caring people. They go out of their way to involve residents in activities. Those Residents who are able have the option of taking local trips to Barter, etc Good location next 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.
English Meadows Abingdon Campus is a spacious, beautiful assisted living community located in Abingdon, Virginia. Our elegant and spacious community offers residents an incredible living experience, with beautifully cared for landscaping and modern onsite amenities. Located just minutes from a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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.
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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 like knowing that my mom is happy at this caring community. We like that she is living. in a clean community. The meals are amazing and a great variety for her to choose from. The suite she has and she...
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.
Oakmont at Gordon Park is a dream of three local life long friends, J.J. Gillenwater, Blair Jones and Jeff Tickle who were each born and raised in Bristol. While searching for options for their own families these three gentleman saw the need for a new community with a new vision of enriched...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Sun, VA

The average cost of senior living in Sun is $5,086 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Big Stone Gap, VA with an average of $4,457 per month.

Assisted living costs in Sun, VA, vs. nearby cities

Sun, VA
$5,086/mo
$5,216/mo
$4,738/mo

Assisted living costs in Sun, VA, vs. state and national averages

Sun, VA
$5,086/mo
U.S. national average
$4,711/mo

Assisted living costs in Sun, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,086/mo
$5,086/mo

Assisted living costs in Sun, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,905/mo
Studio
$4,861/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,030/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,045/mo

Senior living costs in Sun 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: Sun, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSun, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,086/mo$5,444/mo$4,711/mo
Memory Care$5,086/mo$5,456/mo$4,945/mo
Independent Living$5,028/mo$4,621/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Sun, VA:$5,086/mo
Virginia:$5,444/mo
U.S.:$4,711/mo
Memory Care
Sun, VA:$5,086/mo
Virginia:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$4,945/mo
Independent Living
Sun, VA:$5,028/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sun, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sun 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.

Sun, VAVA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Sun, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sun 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
Sun, VA$3,479/mo$2,924/mo+19.0%
Virginia$5,277/mo$5,026/mo+5.0%
National$5,164/mo$4,919/mo+5.0%
Sun, VA
2024 average cost:$3,479/mo
2023 average cost:$2,924/mo
Percent change:+19.0%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,277/mo
2023 average cost:$5,026/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,164/mo
2023 average cost:$4,919/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sun, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Sun.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sun

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sun

Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon

5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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Oakmont at Gordon Park in Bristol, VA

4.7
I am so glad I found and chose Oakmont at Gordon Park for my Mom. First off they went way above the norm to admit my Mom in record time. We were surprised with Mom being discharged from the hospital before we were prepared. I called [Removed] at 2:30, toured the facility a little after 3:00. ...
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Brookdale Bristol

4.7
What we like the most about the community is how friendly and attentive the administrative, nursing and general staff are to the needs and concerns of the residents.

Sun review score based on 39 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 39 reviews of 13 Sun assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sun 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

Sun review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Sun, VA13 facilities
8.2
St. Paul, VA15 facilities
8.7
Cleveland, VA54 facilities

Review subcategories for Sun 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 39 reviews of 13 Sun assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sun 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.
Sun, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.3
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Sun assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sun assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sun, 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 Sun 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 Sun that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sun, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.8%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sun 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 Sun Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sun, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sun 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 Sun partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sun, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Sun 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 Sun communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sun, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sun 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 Sun offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sun, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sun

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sun protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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