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The cost of independent living in Buffalo Bend is about $3,790 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 86 options. Read 893 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.

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55 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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9.5
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I give them all 5s, they are not perfect but my husband was hard to manage at first and they were willing to give him a chance. This was the third facility he had been in.
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.
Growing a tradition of care! Heritage Green Assisted Living Community is a beautifully designed, single story building that caters to seniors that require assistance with activities of daily living but do not need skilled health care services. This 48-unit, 64 bed Assisted Living Community shares...
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22 Floor plans available
9.1
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50 reviews
9.1
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50 reviews
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The staff was very caring to my family member. They were kind and took good care of her physically. Though she was the type of person to avoid group activities. They ensure that she had some time with the...
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.
Our welcoming, upscale community in Staunton, Va., which offers both assisted living and memory care services, sits on 22 acres in northwest Staunton, with stunning mountain views and an abundance of wildlife. We can provide you the ideal retirement experience, combining a peaceful country home...
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44 reviews
8.9
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Average price here. Cardinal Senior Living Communities is Not a bad place. They need more staff, but that is every where. The staff are friendly and look after my mom. The food is good. There are wonderful...
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.
Cave Spring Place is an exceptional assisted living program in Roanoke, Virginia. Our intimate community is nestled near the Blue Ridge Mountains and offers convenient access to shopping, dining and medical facilities. Residents enjoy our proximity to Tanglewood Mall, Valley View Mall and the...
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The lobby area was warm and welcoming; the rooms were spacious and felt more like a home than a room. I do recommend and I have nothing else to add except they are very responsive to concerns.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Make a fresh start and experience warm companionship and a comforting environment at The Park - Oak Grove. Our Assisted Living community in Roanoke, VA, enriches the lives of residents by providing an atmosphere that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally stimulating. Located in a...
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8.8
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40 reviews
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Everything is pretty wonderful except they need more staffing, a 21st century emergency/ help call system (not one from the 80s), and to actually fix some of the entertainment equipment. I would recommend to...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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99 Floor plans available
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8.8
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I am well pleased with Regency at Augusta but the Memory Care director [name removed] wasn't too friendly and sometimes she could be hateful to the families of the residents. The meals and activities are...
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.
One Family. One Community.At Regency at Augusta, our passion and purpose is to support our community in a way that inspires a nurturing and caring environment for both residents and team members alike. We know that earning a reputation as an award-winning Assisted Living and Memory Care Community...
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8.8
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Most of the residents are very pleasant people open and welcoming. The staff are all very helpful but it does seem they are short staffed in housekeeping and the kitchen areas. There has been issues with the...
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.
Elm Park Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the historic Shenandoah Valley, the views outside and the atmosphere inside make it easy to see why our residents love coming home to Elm Park Estates....
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8.6
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Our family had a very positive experience with Bentley Commons. The staff was always kind, patient, and attentive to our mom's needs. They provide care and support all the way to the end. We are very...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Mission Bentley Commons at Lynchburg is dedicated to providing a lifestyle that enhances the quality of each resident's life and creates an environment in which your loved ones receive the love and care he/she needs. Description Located in one of the most charming communities in the state of...
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It is a very difficult situation when you realize that a family member is going to need care that can not be provided within the family unit. Birch Ridge has been great helping to ease that burden by...
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.
Birch Ridge, At Your Side, At Your ServiceBirch Ridge provides seniors with a nurturing, supportive home-like environment that fosters independence, yet offers care and assistance twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. These full range of services and amenities are all included in the...
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It was a great experience there. Lots of caregivers. They were very supportive when my dad passed away and gave me hugs even help me with the furniture or moving in and out always kept them busy.
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.
Pheasant Ridge Assisted Living is located in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. We encourage a home-like cozy environment for our residents by providing dignity, choice, privacy and respect. Our residents are given independence through individual apartments, while still receiving all the care they...
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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Independent Living
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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39 reviews
8.6
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I would give all a 5. Except food. The chef just left so they have a temporary chef. So not fair to judge but for now it's 3-4. I know it's something they are focused on. Yes, i would recommend The Harmony...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Independent LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Roanoke, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to keep...
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8.4
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The apartment size is plenty of room for a couple. The care they have received has been excellent. They enjoy their meals and have made several friends. Grounds are well maintained and it is a quiet setting....
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.
Spring Oak at Bedford is always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents. We offer medical facilities, outdoor activities, shopping and restaurants which are all conveniently located nearby. Residents always have options when they’re looking for something fun and...
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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Assisted Living
99 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.2
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30 reviews
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It's hard to break out any one person. The entire staff from [name removed] and [name removed], to the nurses, [name removed] our concierge and [name removed], [name removed] and the entire dining staff. I...
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Roanoke, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to keep...
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Photo of Runk and Pratt at Smith Moutain Lake
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Excellent support staff for new comers.[name removed]went above and beyond to pair her with other residents she felt comfortable with.
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.
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11 Floor plan available
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Staffing issues. The pleasant and tasteful environment, other has been there a year and she is most satisfied and she says this is my home my complaints as her daughter that goes daily to visit residents...
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.
At our Terrabella Salem, our community offers Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. We believe sustaining social relationships and friendships is key to aging well and living well.As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active with friends and neighbors...
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Love their personal care with the family friendly environment. They treat your loved one like family. The food is excellent and the staff actively engages your loved one. They keep me up to date on any...
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.
The Retreat at Fishersville is redefining senior living with amenity-rich features and the highest standard of care. The community delivers the very best in accommodations, personalized attention, and exceptional service, all under one roof in a secure and remarkably homelike setting. So...
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7.5
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[name removed], the doctor that cares for the residents is outstanding, she has great communication and is genuine in her care. The weekly cleaning of the residents rooms is unfortunately lacking in...
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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Very happy with room size. The staff are slow to respond when call button is pressed and that is due to the fact that they have a low number of staff. I have had trouble getting someone at times when I...
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.
Located in the heart of the quaint and historic Bedford, Virginia home of the D-Day Memorial. Centered right between Roanoke and Lynchburg, 30 minutes each way. Also, only 30 min from Smith Mountain Lake Virginia.Carriage Hill Retirement is more than just a retirement community. Offering...
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It is very very good. Everyone is so nice. Bee have so many things to do we craft cook see wonderful people with lots a talent. I was an activity director and I did many many things with my residents. This...
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.
Runk & Pratt Senior Living Communities is a family-owned and operated healthcare enterprise that has been devoted to providing quality service and care to seniors in the greater Lynchburg area since 1992. We are proud to be one of only 15% of the assisted living communities in Virginia who...
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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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Cardinal Senior Living is very clean, we do feel they are under staffed. Since COVID we haven't really had the chance to go into the facility or visit. Compared to most places, this facility was pretty good...
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.
We are excited to welcome you to Cardinal Senior Living, Bedford's premier provider of assisted living and memory care services (Dementia / Alzheimer's).Cardinal's organization began January 1st, 2017, but the traditions and memories of our community are long lasting and still carry forward....
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When we went to view the Elms we were extremely impressed with the cleanliness and friendliness of the facility. They treated use with kindness and understanding at a difficult time in our lives.They made...
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.
The Elms of Lynchburg is an established assisted living serving seniors in a quaint one level campus. If you are looking for a community that is more than a place to rent a room, this is where you want to be. At The Elms, we are not just a facility, we are a home. The passion and compassion that...
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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 Aunt lives here. All apt. have high ceilings and windows, the rooms are bright and layouts very nice. The Chef makes delicious meals and the residents are kind and friendly to each other. Some residents...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Gypsy Hill Place is an independent living community in the beautiful area of Staunton, VA. This community offers a caring home to those who are looking to be a part of Staunton and all that it has to offer. Staunton is located in Augusta County, and it offers much to do and see. Residents of this...
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Wow, the apartments at The Legacy are HUGE! Love having so much living space. Great amenities like an outdoor garden, walking trail, and chapel. The staff are super helpful and hospitable! The LEgacy at...
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.

Cost of independent living in Buffalo Bend, VA

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo Bend is $3,790 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,093 per month.

Independent living costs in Buffalo Bend, VA, vs. nearby cities

Buffalo Bend, VA
$3,790/mo
$3,718/mo
$3,169/mo

Independent living costs in Buffalo Bend, VA, vs. state and national averages

Buffalo Bend, VA
$3,790/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Independent living costs in Buffalo Bend, VA, vs. other senior living options

$4,400/mo
Independent Living
$3,790/mo

Independent living costs in Buffalo Bend, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,893/mo
Studio
$4,614/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,857/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,525/mo

Senior living costs in Buffalo Bend 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: Buffalo Bend, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuffalo Bend, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,790/mo$4,616/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$4,336/mo$5,437/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,400/mo$5,448/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Buffalo Bend, VA:$3,790/mo
Virginia:$4,616/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Buffalo Bend, VA:$4,336/mo
Virginia:$5,437/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Buffalo Bend, VA:$4,400/mo
Virginia:$5,448/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Buffalo Bend, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Buffalo Bend 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Buffalo Bend, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Buffalo Bend 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
Buffalo Bend, VA$3,054/mo$3,079/mo-0.8%
Virginia$3,538/mo$3,353/mo+5.5%
National$3,259/mo$3,169/mo+2.8%
Buffalo Bend, VA
2024 average cost:$3,054/mo
2023 average cost:$3,079/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,538/mo
2023 average cost:$3,353/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Buffalo Bend

Recent reviews for independent living in Buffalo Bend

The Fields of Heritage Green in Lynchburg, VA

4.8
My Mom moved into Heritage Green Assisted Living in January, 2019 and has been very satisfied there. I have been very impressed with the staff and how they care for the residents. There is always some type of activity going on that Mom can participate in to keep herself occupied. The facility is ...
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Gypsy Hill Place in Staunton, VA

4.8
I would recommend this community. The value for our loved one was there. The community has all retirees and a bus service that comes to the door of the residents. The meals needs to be improved due to price. The community changed ownership about a year ago, and they were making changes.

Stuarts Draft Retirement Community

5.0
I became concerned about my 87 year old mother when she began to experience symptoms of weakness which contributed to an inability to do many personal care tasks she needed to perform. She suggested it was time we looked into assisted living facilities. I contacted A Place for Mom and they gave ...
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Buffalo Bend independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Bend independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Bend, 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 Buffalo Bend 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 Buffalo Bend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo Bend, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.8%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.9%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo Bend 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 Buffalo Bend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo Bend, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Bend 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 Buffalo Bend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo Bend, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
25.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.7%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Green Lynchburg, Brookdale Staunton and Cardinal Senior Communities at Roanoke are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buffalo Bend, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 86 independent living facilities near Buffalo Bend, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Buffalo Bend, Virginia is Heritage Green Lynchburg. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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