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The cost of independent living in Cardinal is about $4,265 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 141 options. Read 2533 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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Photo of Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living
1111 Photos available
8.6
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30 reviews
8.6
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30 reviews
5 star
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I can say again our interaction at Willow Creek was great. It was a very positive experience and staff were extremely supportive and helpful. I had to move dad to NC where I live and placed him 3 months ago...
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.
At Willow Creek, we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents. Plus, each...
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Photo of The Vero at Chesapeake Senior Living
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8.6
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8.6
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Staff is very caring and takes wonderful care of our loved one. She is happy, safe, and taken care of always! We would recommend to others
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 Vero at Chesapeake brings the historic and vibrant spirit of coastal Virginia to senior living. With a range of options that includes Independent-Style Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, our residents have access to everything they need for a life with joy and purpose.We are...
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77 Photos available
8.5
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7 reviews
8.5
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Beautiful place as well as beautiful people and staff. Yes we would recommend this community to other families, they get a 10. I have already recommended it to many people
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.
Regent of Newport News is located in the scenic riverside town of Newport News, Virginia. The town is bordered by the James River and surrounded by various parks, making it a naturally beautiful place to call home.The 49 facility is ideal if you’re looking for some assistance with activities of...
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I have adjusted to my new way of life. The staff is great, the facility is very nice, we have all the conveniences that u may need. Someone is always there to meet your needs. There are many activities...
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.
About Virginia Greens in Williamsburg, VirginiaVirginia Greens Retirement is Williamsburg, Virginia’s premier independent living community. The community comprises 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three-bedroom suites, and a variety of floor...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore
66 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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I've found the staff to be very attentive to my sister and, she has been adjusting very well to her new surroundings. I was familiar with the facility when it was The Heritage. I actually think this is the...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore has long been the area’spremier choice for retirement living for over 50 years. Our residents livecomfortably in the historic village of Onancock in their choice of a studio or one-bedroom suites. Residents enjoy three levels of care within the same...
Photo of Warwick Forest, a CCRC
77 Photos available
8.5
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8.5
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After family tours of multiple memory care units in our community, we chose Warwick Forest's Evergreen for our family member. Twenty residents enjoy a calm, attractive atmosphere with excellent security and...
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.
Here at Warwick Forest, we're more than fancy buildings and first class amenities. Of course, we have all the things you would expect from an award-winning CCRC, but what may surprise you is how comfortable you feel from the moment you arrive.Our community is relaxed and always eager to welcome a...
Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg
1515 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.3
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64 reviews
8.3
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I really liked the staff. They can improve on taking time with the patient's appearance a little more. Making sure their hair is brushed every day.
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.
Say goodbye to lawn care, painting, and repair projects, and say hello to engaging activities and social opportunities, chef-prepared meals, scheduled transportation, home services and more.At Commonwealth of Williamsburg you can relax and enjoy living in an active adult community unlike any...
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24 reviews
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I had the difficult task of finding an assisted living style setting for my sister in law after the recent passing of my brother. They were married for over 55 years and had plans to down size together into...
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.
Province Place was designed to function much like your own home. Residents select a one or two bedroom suite, each with its own private bathroom and kitchenette. Groups of suites nestled together in neighborhoods share a cozy living room, family room, dining room, enclosed courtyard and...
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I had a pretty great experience moving my elderly friend here from his apartment for safety reasons. The administration was helpful with a smooth transition. He has made friends and likes the nursing staff....
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.
Acquired by Saber in 2020, The Villages of Rosemont offers personalized assisted living services for seniors who need extra support with daily tasks. Our community is located in a quiet neighborhood in Virginia Beach that’s perfect for residents to explore. With a nearby boardwalk, local shopping...
Photo of Harmony on the Peninsula
99 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.1
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I really liked the facility, and the rooms were set up really nice and roomy. I liked that my Mom didn't have to share the room, too. The staff were welcoming, but they were constantly short staffed, and...
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.
Welcome to Harmony on the PeninsulaAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Yorktown, 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 Charter Senior Living of Newport News
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8.0
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46 reviews
8.0
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46 reviews
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Charter is a very clean, nice facility. Nice cafeteria and food options. Nice rooms with French doors and garden view. Treated my Uncle very well. Yes would recommend. Clean, nice facility. Great food...
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.
Independence and Peace of Mind are important to us and encouraged by Morningside's features and services. Morningside's Levels of Care Program ensures that residents receive the care they need and pay only for the services they require. This allows residents to remain within the community as...
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Photo of Bickford of Chesapeake
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We chose it because of the flexible, independent nature of the community, even for residents who are in memory care. Also, when the level of care increases a move is not necessarily required. One improvement...
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 Bickford of Chesapeake, we offer personalized help with the activities of daily life, such as meals, grooming, and medication management. We also offer an intimate, engaging environment designed specifically for seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.9
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32 reviews
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32 reviews
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We chose Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall because of the openness of the facility. It didn't seem seem like a skilled facility or assisted facility… It was more in line with what we were looking for....
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 Norfolk, VA very close to I-64,Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is on the boarder of VA Beach and Chesapeake as well. We are centrally located to many city amenities, including public transportation, ample shopping and restaurants, Sentara Leigh Hospital and many doctors'...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Williamsburg
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1717 Floor plans available
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Loved Spring Arbor! They have been open long enough that everything goes smoothly. The staff is fantastic. They are very professional but also warm and friendly. I would highly recommend Spring Arbor 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.
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Photo of Karolwood Gardens Norfolk
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My loved one is currently a resident at Karolwood Gardens Norfolk and overall the experience has been okay so far. Communication with the family is sporadic. The meals need some serious overhauling. Also,...
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.
Province Place of De Paul is a place where you will find some of the best amenities, and choices that you may not find in other senior living residences. Norfolk, Virginia has many amenities that can be very appealing to seniors. This offers a local community to explore that offers many choices...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor
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44 Floor plans available
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My mom is level 2 dementia and we had a mishappening, I rang the bell several times for help and after 25 minutes I went in search of a nurse after I found one it took another 10 minutes for them to come 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.
Cedar Manor Assisted Living is an affiliate of Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. Cedar Manor offers a comfortable, supportive atmosphere to enjoy your independence in a secure, peaceful, wooded setting. Each private suite features kitchenettes, individual climate control and bathrooms with...
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[name removed] is always there to help with a smile on her face. You can tell she enjoys helping the residents. We all appreciate [name removed], Christmas is coming and she deserves and has earned a special...
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.
Welcome to Edgeworth Park at New Town, where residents feel right at home in the comfort and beauty of their private apartment. Assisted Living residents enjoy assistance with activities of daily living provided by a competent and compassionate staff, along with opportunities to make new friends...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House
1111 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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38 reviews
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The experience has been very good and my loved one is happy here. My aunt is in memory care. They do a very good job. They care & are very professional. [name removed] is wonderful. She has made this...
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 Gloucester House is located at 7657 Meredith Drive in Gloucester, Virginia. It is situated near the historic courthouse in downtown Gloucester, where residents can enjoy an assisted living community in a family like environment. The primary goal of Gloucester House...
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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.
Welcome to Colonial Manor at Williamsburg, a residential community where seniors can live life to its fullest. Enjoy your new lifestyle in a secure, intimate setting that creates a sense of close family and friends where maintenance and other cares are handled for you. And, where virtually all...
Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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The care services get a 5 but only because Mom had wonderful care from Hospice of VA (3, if only facility staff). Many activities were offered but Mom did not participate in many. I think that more staff...
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 Kilmarnock was designed with seniors in mind and created to provide a comfortable but dignified style of living. Caring comes naturally to us, so that each resident has the assistance he or she needs or wants. Our specialized and newly remodeled MEMORY CARE UNIT...
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The ratio between residence and staff is very good. There spend alot of time with the residence. The staff is friendly and easy to work with and my loved one is well taken care of. I would recommend this...
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.
Welcome to Dominion Village of Poquoson, a Five Star Senior Living community! We have created a small neighborhood where staff have the unique opportunity to develop relationships with each resident and family. We foster independence in a happy environment and strive to create a home-like...
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What we like the most about the community is that they are very friendly, call me by name, and treat my wife with respect. The staff is great
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.
Welcome to Cambridge CrossingAt Cambridge Crossing, we believe the best care begins with meaningful connection. Located in the heart of Williamsburg, our 67-bed assisted living and memory care community offers personalized Assisted Living, specialized Memory Care, and flexible Respite...
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Photo of Patriots Colony at Williamsburg, a CCRC
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Technically Patriots Colony has a Williamsburg address, but it is really out in the country. In order to live here, you have to be a former military officer or retired from the US State Department. Most of...
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.
Patriots Colony's Health Care services are open to the public for direct admission. In other words, there is no "career eligibility criteria" for assisted living, memory care or skilled nursing care as there is for independent living.All Patriots Colony residents have guaranteed priority access...
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The community is neat and clean, and the staff the very friendly and helpful. I would like to see a better variety of activities available for the residents. I would recommend this community to others...
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.
Residents at The Arbors enjoy contemporary, maintenance-free apartment living coupled with support services and personal assistance, should they be needed. The residence is secure, staffed by professionals and offers a choice of services such as housekeeping, dining and transportation, which can...
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staff was great and very friendly to me and my family .I would like to say thank you for the nurses that work there and doing a great job with the patients.
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 independent living in Cardinal, VA

The average cost of senior living in Cardinal is $4,265 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tangier, VA with an average of $3,917 per month.

Independent living costs in Cardinal, VA, vs. nearby cities

Cardinal, VA
$4,265/mo
$4,229/mo

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

Cardinal, VA
$4,265/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Cardinal, VA, vs. other senior living options

$4,933/mo
Independent Living
$4,265/mo

Independent living costs in Cardinal, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,280/mo
Studio
$5,455/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,336/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,877/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,995/mo

Senior living costs in Cardinal 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: Cardinal, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCardinal, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,265/mo$4,619/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$4,896/mo$5,443/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,933/mo$5,454/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Cardinal, VA:$4,265/mo
Virginia:$4,619/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Cardinal, VA:$4,896/mo
Virginia:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Cardinal, VA:$4,933/mo
Virginia:$5,454/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Cardinal, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cardinal 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 Cardinal, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cardinal 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
Cardinal, VA$3,508/mo$3,295/mo+6.5%
Virginia$3,577/mo$3,353/mo+6.7%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Cardinal, VA
2024 average cost:$3,508/mo
2023 average cost:$3,295/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,577/mo
2023 average cost:$3,353/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Cardinal

Recent reviews for independent living in Cardinal

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.

Essex House in Tappahannock, VA

5.0
I moved my mother to Essex house in the beginning of October 2016 and have been very pleased with the service provided my mother. They have done everything in their power to make her stay comfortable. Due to the location, it has been easier for family to visit.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents at Verena at The Reserve, creating a sense of community and camaraderie. One resident notes, 'The staff is friendly and very helpful. They make me feel comfortable physically and socially.' The openness a ...
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High-quality dining experiences. The meals at Verena at The Reserve have been a highlight for many residents, with several reviews mentioning the delicious food and accommodating chefs who cater to individual dietary needs. One resident shares, 'The food is excellent and the amenities are great. I would highly recommend this ...
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Engaging and varied activities. There is never a dull moment at Verena at The Reserve, with a full calendar of activities and events catering to various interests and abilities. Residents can participate in gardening, art classes, fitness classes, outings to local attractions, and more. Several reviews mention the importance ...
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Attentive and supportive staff. The staff at Verena at The Reserve are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for their residents. Several reviews mention the kindness, attentiveness, and responsiveness of the staff, with one resident expressing, 'The staff is very supportive and friendly. They go above and beyo ...
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Spacious and well-appointed apartments. The apartments at Verena at The Reserve are designed with comfort and convenience in mind, with plenty of living space, modern amenities, and thoughtful features. One resident notes, 'My apartment is really nice and spacious, and it has a full kitchen.' The well-maintained apartments and the a ...
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Secure and peaceful environment. The safety and security of the community is a top priority at Verena at The Reserve, with features like 24/7 security, emergency response systems, and controlled access to the building. Residents appreciate the peace of mind that comes with living in a safe and secure environment, as one resid ...
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Cardinal independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cardinal independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cardinal, 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 Cardinal 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 Cardinal partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cardinal, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.2%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cardinal 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 Cardinal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cardinal, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
36.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cardinal 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 Cardinal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cardinal, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
47.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
36.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Reserve at Greenbrier, Verena at The Reserve and Lighthouse Pointe by Barclay House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cardinal, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 141 independent living facilities near Cardinal, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Cardinal, Virginia are Verena at The Reserve, Lighthouse Pointe by Barclay House and Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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