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Memory care in Shenandoah offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Shenandoah is about $4,369 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 16 communities, read 93 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Bellaire at Stone Port
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55 Floor plans available
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I would give each category a 5... my Mom loves it there and everyone is very kind to her. She doesn't remember my Dad or their home anymore and she has also forgotten a lot of our family members... but she...
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.
Bellaire at Stone Port is nestled between the gorgeous Blue Ridge mountains of the historic Harrisonburg, Virginia (across the street from Sentara RMH). Residents have access to a full list of life-enhancing amenities and activities as well as around-the-clock care and sincere encouragement....
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I have both parents there now together. The staff had been wonderful working with their progressive dementia. They inform me of any concerns or needs immediately. I've really appreciated all of the care...
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.
Timberview Crossing Assisted Living Community Discover a place to enjoy life without the responsibilities of home. We offer around the clock nursing staff, creative, social, & spiritual activities, daily housekeeping and laundry service and much, much more Whether you need a smile, a gentle...
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Photo of Brookdale Harrisonburg
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22 Floor plans available
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9.2
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It was a good choice for me, so far I have nothing to complain about. The food is very good ,they do my laundry, clean my room and anything I ask. The staff is very friendly and very helpful.
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.
At our community in Harrisonburg, Va., which offers both assisted living and memory care, you can revel in the beauty of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley while remaining convenient to the Richmond, Charlottesville, Roanoke and Washington, D.C. metropolitan areas.As an assisted living resident,...
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My mother was at Hawksbill for several years. The staff is top of the line when it comes to care. I was never disappointed when I went to visit. The activity program is amazing, from live entertainment,...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Hawksbill is an assisted living community in Luray, Page County, Virginia. Located close to downtown Luray, we are near the Hawksbill, and the trademark Greenway, which is a popular walking trail. The gateway to the Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Mountains, and the Shenandoah Valley starts in...
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Photo of English Meadows Harrisonburg Campus
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77 Floor plans available
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Great in the beginning, but the community changed management companies and although the one site management team had not changed the atmosphere and delivery of magic services had suffered some setbacks. Just...
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.
Surrounded by peaceful countryside, The Phoenix at Harrisonburg rests in the Shenandoah Valley with the Blue Ridge Mountains creating a stunning backdrop. With luxury-style living, the community offers world-class independent and assisted living options, in addition to memory care. Residents...
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They do a lot with the residents, regarding the activities. They have cards, puzzles and Bingo. We picked this community because, of the location, it was the least expensive, and affordable. It would be...
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.
Thank you for taking the time to acquaint yourself with Journeys Crossing Assisted Living, Elkton, Virginia. Journeys Crossing offers personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, thoughtfully designed, safe and secure setting - the perfect...
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6.0
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The treatment from the beginning for my Mom was excellent. The administrator was excellent to making the admission easy for the transfer from the rehab center to Whispering Pines. This facility is very...
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.
Our location in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, in the serene town of Luray, provides a quality of life that is unsurpassed by any other assisted living facility. Our professionally trained staff consider each resident as family and treat each with the highest standards of personal and...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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: 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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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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Willow Estates has been wonderful! The food is excellent and it's very clean. They are limited in the amount of staff they can hire. They are very quick with their response if I have a request or a concern....
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.
     Willow Estates Retirement is a beautifully designed facility located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer pleasant furnishings featuring a home type atmosphere. We are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services to provide levels of care from...
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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Shenandoah, VA

The average cost of senior living in Shenandoah is $4,369 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Market, VA with an average of $3,868 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shenandoah, VA vs. nearby cities

Shenandoah, VA
$4,369/mo
$5,052/mo
$5,080/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shenandoah, VA vs. the state and national average

Shenandoah, VA
$4,369/mo
U.S. national average
$4,987/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shenandoah vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,369/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shenandoah, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,839/mo
Studio
$5,210/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,399/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,815/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,550/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shenandoah over time

Shenandoah, VAVA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Shenandoah

Recent reviews for memory care in Shenandoah

The Harbor at Renaissance in Stanardsville, VA

4.9
One of the directors worked diligently to help me get my mom into a nice room in a very timely manner...I was most impressed with the entire process. The staff is very attentive to each resident. Activities are provided and residents are encouraged to participate but not forced. The folks ...
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Journeys Crossing in Elkton, VA

5.0
My mother was at Journeys for quite some time. All the staff from housekeeping to kitchen workers treated her like family. The activity director was amazing with the elderly. She was loved and well cared for. Would not hesitate to recommend the facility to others. She enjoyed the food. It is a ...
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Brookdale Harrisonburg

5.0
This community has done an exceptional job. If you have someone who needs activities or is very social, this would be the perfect place for your loved one. This is a smaller community to make you feel safe. This is a one story community as well. Brookdale Harrisonburg has been able to keep ...
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Shenandoah review score based on 28 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 14 Shenandoah memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shenandoah review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Shenandoah review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Shenandoah, VA14 facilities
9.1
Elkton, VA9 facilities
8.4
Stanley, VA96 facilities

Review subcategories for Shenandoah memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 28 reviews of 14 Shenandoah memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shenandoah resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Shenandoah, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Shenandoah memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shenandoah memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shenandoah, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Shenandoah memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Shenandoah that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shenandoah, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shenandoah memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Shenandoah Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shenandoah, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.7%
70.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shenandoah memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shenandoah partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shenandoah, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.7%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Shenandoah memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shenandoah communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shenandoah, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shenandoah memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Shenandoah offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shenandoah, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.1%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Harbor at Renaissance, Bellaire at Stone Port and TimberView Crossing are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shenandoah, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 16 memory care facilities near Shenandoah, Virginia. See the full list.

The 16 memory care facilities near you in Shenandoah, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shenandoah, Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Shenandoah, Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Shenandoah, Virginia ranges from $1200 to $13072. The average Memory Care cost in Shenandoah, Virginia is $4,369. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shenandoah, Virginia typically starts at $1200. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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