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The cost of independent living in Christian is about $3,858 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 71 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 Brookdale Staunton
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22 Floor plans available
9.1
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50 reviews
9.1
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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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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
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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.
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.
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I really enjoy living here. The people from the staff to the residents are very lovely. They are kind and friendly just a pleasure to spend time with. I enjoy doing activities here such as the Wii bowling...
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.
One of the most renowned retirement communities in the Shenandoah Valley, only Brightview Baldwin Park features three options on one campus: Independent Living and Assisted Living residences as well as our award-winning Alzheimer's Care neighborhood. This cozy community is nestled just two miles...
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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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Cost of independent living in Christian, VA

The average cost of senior living in Christian is $3,858 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,093 per month.

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

Christian, VA
$3,858/mo
$3,976/mo

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

Christian, VA
$3,858/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

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

$4,828/mo
Independent Living
$3,858/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,315/mo
Studio
$5,553/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,588/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,800/mo

Senior living costs in Christian 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: Christian, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChristian, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,858/mo$4,616/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$4,740/mo$5,437/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$4,828/mo$5,448/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Christian, VA:$3,858/mo
Virginia:$4,616/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Christian, VA:$4,740/mo
Virginia:$5,437/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Christian, VA:$4,828/mo
Virginia:$5,448/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Christian

Recent reviews for independent living in Christian

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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AVIVA Baldwin Park in Staunton, VA

5.0
Everything is working out very for my father here at this community, they are caring for him very well. They do a good job with keeping the community nice and clean.The staff is great, they have been very helpful and kind. There are nice activities offered for the residents. He is very pleased ...
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Christian independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Christian independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Christian, 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 Christian 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 Christian partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Christian, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Christian 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 Christian communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Christian, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Christian 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 Christian offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Christian, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
20%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.4%
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Brookdale Staunton, Gypsy Hill Place and The Legacy at North Augusta are the top-rated independent living facilities near Christian, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Christian, Virginia. See the full list.

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