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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Big Stone Gap, VA
The cost of independent living in Big Stone Gap is about $3,605 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 56 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Gate City, Appalachia and Norton.
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9.2
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45 reviews
We have been very pleased with our experience at American House Kingsport. The facility is lovely inside and smells fresh and clean. The decor is well done. The food is made fresh daily, and they really...
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 Kingsport area.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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11 reviews
It's a very nice place for someone with dementia, which my aunt had. My uncle died within a week of arriving there and my aunt fell about 2 months later and fractured her hip, so she left there and passed...
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.
In 2003, the Village at Allandale, formerly Kingsport Senior House, opened its doors as Kingsport Senior House, a single home for 26 seniors. The 2010 expansion added two family oriented homes with 26 elders residing in each. Today, we are proud to be the only assisted living facility in 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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bradford Square is a senior housing community in Cumberland, Kentucky, catering for senior residents aged 55 and over who require special care in their daily activities. The community is located in one of the greenest and quietest parts of Cumberland, guaranteeing its residents a noiseless and...
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
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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Asbury Place Kingsport is a premier retirement and senior living community located in Kingsport, Tennessee. Known for its high standards of care and vibrant living environments for seniors. Asbury Place Kingsport offers a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living,...
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Asbury at Steadman Hill is a dedicated assisted living and memory care facility that is part of Asbury Place Kingsport, a broader senior living community. This community offers specialized care and support for individuals with varying needs, particularly focusing on those requiring assistance...
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Cost of independent living in Big Stone Gap, VA
The average cost of senior living in Big Stone Gap is $3,605 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Charles, VA with an average of $313 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Stone Gap, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Stone Gap, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Big Stone Gap, VA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Big Stone Gap
Recent reviews for independent living in Big Stone Gap
The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN
4.6
Staff have always treated her with respect and kindness. They are all very responsive to my questions and calls when checking in on her. They keep me well informed of changes with her medication, doctor visits or if she has an accident.
Mom complains some but she eats it. I think it more ...
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American House Kingsport
5.0
American House was a very good experience for dad. The staff was always attentive and seemed to genuinely care for him. I would highly recommend American House Kingsport.
Big Stone Gap independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Stone Gap independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Stone Gap, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Stone Gap independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Stone Gap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Stone Gap, VANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Stone Gap independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Stone Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Stone Gap, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.4%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Stone Gap independent 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 independent living communities in Big Stone Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Stone Gap, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
15.4%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
15.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
45.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
American House Kingsport, The Village At Allandale and Heritage Hall are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Stone Gap, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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