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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Tappahannock, VA

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The cost of independent living in Tappahannock is about $4,301 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 152 options. Read 3131 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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We chose The Atlantic at Twin Hickory Glen because of the price and availability. The apartments here are good size. It is in a very nice area with a lot of convenient things near by such as shopping,...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Here at The Atlantic at Twin Hickory we offer distinctive retirement living in a great location.  Just minutes from Short Pump Mall, you are located in the Heartbeat of Glen Allen.  We have one bedroom with one bath apartments, and also two bedroom with two bath apartments...
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4, only because the food isn't great and there was no real orientation for my mom; Introducing her to people.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 Pemberton at University Park provides an independent living community to those interested in making Richmond, VA their home. This community offers a great place to live in a location that provides much to do and see. Richmond provides residents and guests with opportunities to visit the...
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I'am satisfied with my move to this community. So far everything has worked out very well for me since my move here. It is a nice community, and they do a great job with keeping the grounds, and the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Madonna House is a serene home for the active 55 + in the historic district of Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania County, VA. As a safe senior housing and supportive moral atmosphere, the Madonna House provides crucial life skills, counseling and motivation to the seniors wishing to enjoy a lifestyle...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Enjoy carefree living to the fullest at Kings Crest, an affordable senior apartment community located in historic Fredericksburg. Situated in a wooded setting, Kings Crest offers one and two-bedroom apartments to adults 55+. Take advantage of free storage, eat-in kitchens, optional lake front...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Meadows at Salem Run, an affordable apartment community for seniors 62+, is minutes from downtown Fredericksburg and the historical attractions of the area: George Washington's birthplace, Chatam, Ferry Farm, Fredericksburg Battlefield, James Monroe Museum, Mary Washington College and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? short-term help recuperating from an injury or illness? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer's disease? No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean,...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Enjoy carefree retirement living at The Arbors, an affordable senior apartment community for seniors 62 and better. This community boasts an excellent location near stores, churches, a senior center and two major hospitals. The city bus stops right in front and retail stores are within walking...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Jones and Jones II
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Take a look at the latest in senior apartment living in Fredericksburg. English Oaks offers cottage style apartments for seniors 55+. One and two-bedroom options are available accompanied by kitchens with the newest appliances, roomy closets and a patio. The one-story, residential design with...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The beautiful 2 Bedroom one-story cottage style apartments at Forest Creek are exclusively for seniors 55+. Free gas heat/ water and a wireless emergency response system are included in the two bedroom apartments. Forest Creek is conveniently located off Ironbridge Road with Chippenham Parkway...
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I found [name removed], the director, and his staff to be exceptionally helpful, kind, and professional. It did not take long for me to realize that my cousin was in a facility that offered kind, attentive,...
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.

Cost of independent living in Tappahannock, VA

The average cost of senior living in Tappahannock is $4,301 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $3,257 per month.

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

Tappahannock, VA
$4,301/mo
$4,070/mo
$3,257/mo

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

Tappahannock, VA
$4,301/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$5,399/mo
Independent Living
$4,301/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,066/mo
Studio
$5,780/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,522/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,305/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,567/mo

Senior living costs in Tappahannock 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: Tappahannock, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTappahannock, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,301/mo$4,621/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,218/mo$5,442/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,399/mo$5,453/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Tappahannock, VA:$4,301/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Tappahannock, VA:$5,218/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Tappahannock, VA:$5,399/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Tappahannock, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Tappahannock 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
Tappahannock, VA$3,545/mo$3,293/mo+7.7%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Tappahannock, VA
2024 average cost:$3,545/mo
2023 average cost:$3,293/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Tappahannock

Recent reviews for independent living in Tappahannock

Shalom Gardens and Shalom Parkside in Richmond, VA

4.5
It's a fine place and they lots of activities and I like living there. I would definitely recommend this community to others

Legacy at Imperial Village in Richmond, VA

4.9
My family doesn't have any problems with the community they like because I like living here . Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend the Legacy at Imperial Village community to other families.

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

Friendly and welcoming resident community. Many reviews mention the warmth and camaraderie among residents and their ability to make new friends. At Verena at The Reserve, residents have formed strong bonds and enjoy engaging in activities together, such as card games, movie nights, and outings to local attractions.
Plentiful and varied programming. Activities are a popular feature among residents, with many communities offering a wide range of choices for residents to participate in. For instance, at Harmony at Falls Run, activities include art classes, fitness programs, gardening workshops, and spiritual gatherings.
Attentive and compassionate staff. Staff are praised for their attentiveness and dedication to residents' needs. At Harmony at Waldorf, several reviews mention the staff's ability to go above and beyond to ensure residents receive the care they need, and their kindness and friendliness are noted as well.
Well-appointed apartments and common areas. Apartments and common areas are mentioned as being clean, modern, and well-maintained. For example, at Virginian, residents appreciate the upgraded kitchen appliances and spacious bathrooms.
Accessible and convenient location. Residents appreciate the easy access to essential services and amenities, such as grocery stores, hospitals, and transportation. Community Aspire at West End is located near public parks and a senior center, making it a popular choice for those seeking an active lifestyle.
Excellent dining options. Dining experiences are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Meals are often described as delicious, varied, and accommodating to dietary needs. For example, at The Barclay at Tuckahoe, residents enjoy the diverse menu offerings and the ability to make special ...
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Tappahannock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tappahannock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tappahannock, 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 Tappahannock 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 Tappahannock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tappahannock, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Tappahannock 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 Tappahannock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tappahannock, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tappahannock 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 Tappahannock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tappahannock, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
47%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
41%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47%
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Verena at The Reserve, Sunrise of Richmond and Jubilation are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tappahannock, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 152 independent living facilities near Tappahannock, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Tappahannock, Virginia are Verena at The Reserve, Morningside House of St Charles and Aspire at West End. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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