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Assisted living costs in Wake average about $4,940 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 68 communities in Wake. Our detailed directory has 1226 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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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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
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The people here at The Haven really seemed to care about our situation and problems. They worked with me to find a solution and a "fit" for Iris. The personel have a seemingly tough job, but they are great...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
The Haven at Cold Harbor is a senior care home in Mechanicsville, Virginia, which is part of Hanover County, and located just outside of Richmond. Mechanicsville is a beautiful place, with many natural locations to enjoy including Beaver Dam Creek, Cold Harbor and the historically significant...
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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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
The Haven at Dijon is a residential care home for seniors in Mechanicsville, VA, part of Hanover County. Mechanicsville offers a little of something for everyone, with many Civil War memorials and parks, art galleries and antique shops. It is also a quick 15 minute drive to Richmond, the capital...
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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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
The Haven at Lakeway is a residential care home for seniors in Mechanicsville, VA, part of Hanover County. Mechanicsville is rich with Civil War history. You can visit the National Battlefield Park to learn about many battles that occurred in the area and the soldiers who fought them. Or drive 15...
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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.
Enjoy refined living with an active lifestyle at Harbor’s Edge, a full-service, premier LifeCare retirement community in Norfolk, Virginia. With an elegant setting and amenities that surpass many fine hotels, Harbor’s Edge’s greatest luxury is flexibility. Our residents enjoy a range of choice in...
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Cost of assisted living in Wake, VA

The average cost of senior living in Wake is $4,940 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Painter, VA with an average of $4,671 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wake, VA vs. nearby cities

Wake, VA
$4,940/mo
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wake, VA vs. the state and national average

Wake, VA
$4,940/mo
U.S. national average
$4,668/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wake vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,940/mo
$4,978/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Wake, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,293/mo
Studio
$5,723/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,974/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,595/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,655/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Wake over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wake, 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 Wake.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wake

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wake

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.

Spring Arbor of Williamsburg

4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.

Wake review score based on 220 family reviews

7.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 220 reviews of 59 Wake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wake 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

Wake review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Wake, VA59 facilities
7.2
White Stone, VA55 facilities
7.2
Irvington, VA57 facilities

Review subcategories for Wake 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 220 reviews of 59 Wake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wake 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.
Wake, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Wake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wake, 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 Wake 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 Wake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wake, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.1%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.1%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.2%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.8%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Wake 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 Wake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wake, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.1%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.2%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wake 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 Wake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wake, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.5%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.2%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
47.5%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.7%
15.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Wake 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 Wake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wake, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.9%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wake 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 Wake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wake, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.2%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.4%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.6%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.2%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.4%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.1%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.9%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
55.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
30.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.1%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.2%
45.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wake

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 Wake protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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