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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Peary, VA

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The cost of independent living in Peary is about $4,358 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 168 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 Colonial Harbor
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9.5
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59 reviews
9.5
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59 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
17%
3 star
7%
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7%
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8%
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Colonial Harbor is more than a retirement facility. It is a community full of caring residents and staff. The residents are treated with dignity and like family. Colonial Harbor truly been a blessing to me...
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.
Colonial Harbor provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in the heart of Hampton Roads, you'll enjoy our mild weather and all the fascinating destinations the surrounding region offers. We're right down the road from Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown, and...
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99 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.1
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56 reviews
8.1
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56 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
20%
3 star
20%
2 star
11%
1 star
9%
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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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1111 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
5.7
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38 reviews
5.7
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38 reviews
5 star
34%
4 star
40%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
18%
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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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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...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Peary, VA

The average cost of senior living in Peary is $4,358 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tangier, VA with an average of $3,917 per month.

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

Peary, VA
$4,358/mo
$4,185/mo

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

Peary, VA
$4,358/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

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

$4,794/mo
Independent Living
$4,358/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,995/mo
Studio
$4,695/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,882/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,785/mo

Senior living costs in Peary 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: Peary, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typePeary, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,358/mo$4,619/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$4,794/mo$5,443/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,794/mo$5,454/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Peary, VA:$4,358/mo
Virginia:$4,619/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Peary, VA:$4,794/mo
Virginia:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Peary, VA:$4,794/mo
Virginia:$5,454/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Peary, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Peary 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
Peary, VA$3,043/mo$2,877/mo+5.8%
Virginia$3,529/mo$3,327/mo+6.1%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Peary, VA
2024 average cost:$3,043/mo
2023 average cost:$2,877/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,529/mo
2023 average cost:$3,327/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Peary

Recent reviews for independent living in Peary

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.

Commonwealth Senior Living at the Devonshire in Hampton, VA

5.0
The staff and residents all welcomed me with open arms. We are all one giant family. Always go above and beyond for our residents.

Peary independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Peary independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Peary, 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 Peary 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 Peary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Peary, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Peary 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 Peary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Peary, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Peary 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 Peary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Peary, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Colonial Harbor, Harmony on the Peninsula and Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Peary, Virginia. See full list of communities.

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

The best independent living facility near you in Peary, Virginia is Verena at The Reserve. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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