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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Union, VA

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The cost of independent living in Union is about $4,057 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 96 options. Read 1027 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 Ponderosa Estates
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.
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.
Photo of Magnolia Ridge Residential
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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I have no complaints about the experience my parents are having so far at this community. They have made a smooth transition with the help of all of the staff members and residents. I am impressed with the...
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.
This beautiful 1916 Georgian mansion provides the entry point for the gracious amenities of Hermitage Roanoke. Opened in 1964 as a retirement home, the community has grown to include 22 two bedroom Independent Living apartments, 52 Assisted Living studio, one and two bedroom apartments, and a 14...
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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.
Photo of Harrison School Apartments
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.
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.
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.
Photo of Maple Ridge Apartments
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
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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.
Nestled in the North Carolina foothills lies Parkwood Place, an Independent Living Community that encourages its residents to live retirement on their terms. Parkwood Place is located in a lovely wooded space in the town of Elkin. Our grounds are perfectly manicured, and residents have access to...
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Photo of Elk Court Apartments
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.
Photo of Clearview Manor Apartments
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.
Photo of Chatham Woods Senior
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.
Located just 20 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, Chatham Woods Senior Apartments is a charming example of Elkin's history. Enjoy living in this tranquil park like setting, conveniently located within walking distance to area restaurants and shopping centers. Catering to Senior Citizens ages 55...
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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.
Photo of Edinburgh Square
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
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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.
Photo of Christian Village
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.
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My father in law was here for two weeks to do some therapy services after a fall at his house. He enjoyed getting to know the staff and he made a few friends to. The building could use some cosmetic updates...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
Photo of Bobbie's House Inc
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.
Photo of Hollins Manor
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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My mother is doing much better since her move to this facility. I know people that lived here prior to her move in so I knew it was a good place. The food is very good and they try to do everything they can...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
Photo of Assembly Terrace Apartments
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 Patriot Living of Yadkinville
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.
Piedmont Village of Yadkinville Piedmont Village at Yadkinville is an assisted living community located in Yadkinville, NC. The city of Yadkinville is located in Yadkin County and is home to about 2,800 people. Yadkinville is a small town where residents can take relaxing walks, run errands and...

Cost of independent living in Union, VA

The average cost of senior living in Union is $4,057 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,283 per month.

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

Union, VA
$4,062/mo
$4,204/mo
$4,017/mo

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

Union, VA
$4,062/mo
U.S. national average
$4,152/mo

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

$4,596/mo
Independent Living
$4,062/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,301/mo
Studio
$5,104/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,973/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,179/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,900/mo

Senior living costs in Union 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: Union, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUnion, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,062/mo$4,621/mo$4,152/mo
Assisted Living$4,596/mo$5,445/mo$4,712/mo
Memory Care$4,596/mo$5,456/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Union, VA:$4,062/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,152/mo
Assisted Living
Union, VA:$4,596/mo
Virginia:$5,445/mo
U.S.:$4,712/mo
Memory Care
Union, VA:$4,596/mo
Virginia:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Union, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Union 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
Union, VA$3,053/mo$3,026/mo+0.9%
Virginia$3,538/mo$3,353/mo+5.5%
National$3,259/mo$3,169/mo+2.8%
Union, VA
2024 average cost:$3,053/mo
2023 average cost:$3,026/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
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 Union

Recent reviews for independent living in Union

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Eden, NC

5.0
Bayberry Retirement Inn has been a great fit for my friend so far. We chose this community for its closeness and convenience. The facility itself is really nice. The staff are very friendly, and the meals are very good. My friend found the portion sizes to be too small, but when she mentioned ...
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Spring Oak at Christiansburg

5.0
1. community has been remodeled and updated. which is a plus! 2. staff goes over and above when visiting and communicating by mail. 3. love seeing my mom loved and cared for by staff. 4. new administrator has made a great plus to the community. 5. staff is wonderful! [name removed] is a ...
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Woodland Hills Community in Roanoke, VA

4.5
We really like the atmosphere of Woodland Hills Community as well as the cliental and all of the employees for the most part. Based on our experience so far we would recommend them to other families

Union independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union, 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 Union 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 Union partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Union, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.4%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Union 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 Union communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Union, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union 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 Union offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Union, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.7%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
46.4%
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