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The cost of independent living in Vera is about $1,963 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 20 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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The care at this community. The staff are outstanding. The menu is very good with a nice variety of healthy meals. They do have activities that she is active with the other residents, but we would like to...
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 Elms of Lynchburg is an established assisted living serving seniors in a quaint one level campus. If you are looking for a community that is more than a place to rent a room, this is where you want to be. At The Elms, we are not just a facility, we are a home. The passion and compassion that...
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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.
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
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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.
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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.
The Woodland, Inc. is an assisted living community located in Farmville, VA. Farmville is split between Cumberland and Prince Edward Counties and is home to just over 8,200 people. Farmville is a small town with a state park, hiking trails and the Appomattox River where active residents will love...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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While I do not live in this community, I visit quite often. I am always impressed by the feeling of warmth I encounter. Always clean and attractive.
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.
The Williams Home, Inc.The Williams Home, Inc. is a residential and assisted living community nestled in six acres of one of the most beautiful neighborhoods of Lynchburg, Virginia. The residents of The Williams Home has a spectacular view of Lynchburg, which is known as the "City of Seven Hills"...
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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: 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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Vera, VA

The average cost of senior living in Vera is $1,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,093 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Vera, VA vs. nearby cities

Vera, VA
$1,963/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Vera, VA vs. the state and national average

Vera, VA
$1,963/mo
U.S. national average
$4,000/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Vera vs. other types of senior living

$3,537/mo
Independent Living
$1,963/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Vera, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$2,999/mo
Studio
$4,800/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,299/mo
2 Bedroom
$1,599/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Vera

Recent reviews for independent living in Vera

The Elms of Lynchburg

5.0
When we went to view the Elms we were extremely impressed with the cleanliness and friendliness of the facility. They treated use with kindness and understanding at a difficult time in our lives.They made Mom feel welcome and a part of their family from the minute she arrived.

Vera independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vera independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vera, 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 Vera 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 Vera partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vera, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Vera 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 Vera communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vera, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
35.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vera 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 Vera offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vera, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
31.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
45.4%
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The Elms of Lynchburg, Babcock Manor, Inc. and Pineview Estate are the top-rated independent living facilities near Vera, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 18 independent living facilities near Vera, Virginia. See the full list.

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