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10 Best Nursing Homes in Amherst County, VA
Amherst County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 23 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Amherst County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Amherst County is about $4,137, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 290 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Coltons Mill, Curtis and Red Apple Orchard.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Amherst County, VA
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9.9
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111 reviews
I feel like mom has had a good experience so far; at time, it has been a bit difficult to see that not a lot of staff is around the stations to monitor what is going on with the residents. That to me, is...
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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9.6
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72 reviews
Mom says often that she is happy there. She raves about the food.The director, is an exemplary leader for her staff who are polite and helpful. And [name removed], is available to us, and other familie's of...
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.
Growing a tradition of care! Heritage Green Assisted Living Community is a beautifully designed, single story building that caters to seniors that require assistance with activities of daily living but do not need skilled health care services. This 48-unit, 64 bed Assisted Living Community shares...
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8.4
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20 reviews
Cannot say enough good things! The very best care, love activities and food. The staff cares for my grandmother, like she is their own family! So happy she is at this location! Always happy when I am there
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.
Runk & Pratt Senior Living Communities is a family-owned and operated healthcare enterprise that has been devoted to providing quality service and care to seniors in the greater Lynchburg area since 1992. We are proud to be one of only 15% of the assisted living communities in Virginia who...
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8.1
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29 reviews
very pleased with the care being provided at Deans of life. The staff is kind and loving. I do not worry about her wellness or safety. I would recommend anyone needing memory care for a loved one.
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.
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12 reviews
I was visiting a friend during dinner when one of the residents became upset with another resident. They got to arguing in the dining room. I was impressed of how quick the staff responded on distracting...
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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29 reviews
I would definitely recommend it to others. I would tell them that the cleanliness depends on the staff and they need to keep an eye on it. The same goes with Laundry.
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.
Mission Bentley Commons at Lynchburg is dedicated to providing a lifestyle that enhances the quality of each resident's life and creates an environment in which your loved ones receive the love and care he/she needs. Description Located in one of the most charming communities in the state of...
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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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I would tell others that the individual living spaces/units do not have the ability to control the room temperature. You have to be ok with it being either too hot or too cold. My loved one is also on a...
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 was approved for assisted living here, she was in rehab and then skilled care since October of last year. Initially, she was there for rehab and skilled care and then she got a little better, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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.
Have you suddenly found yourself looking for a nursing home? We know it isn't an easy task. There is so much information to learn and so many decisions to make. Whatever your specific needs, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Amherst County, VA
The average cost of senior living in Amherst County is $4,137 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $3,289 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Amherst County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Amherst County
The Fields of Heritage Green in Lynchburg, VA
4.8
My Mom moved into Heritage Green Assisted Living in January, 2019 and has been very satisfied there. I have been very impressed with the staff and how they care for the residents. There is always some type of activity going on that Mom can participate in to keep herself occupied. The facility is ...
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Runk and Pratt of Forest
4.4
I received a phone call about my father falling and I was out of town. He is a high fall risk. It did not surprise me that he had fallen due to this. I was not as concerned as I should of been. When the offer was made to send him out to hospital for further evaluation. I did not take it ...
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Bentley Commons at Lynchburg
4.9
Everyone knew the names of guests and guests knew the staff names. It is a place where active seniors are helping each other.
The kitchen is not attentive to diet restrictions and they served same food for 4 meals straight.
Amherst County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Amherst County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Amherst County, 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 Amherst County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Amherst County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Amherst County, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.5%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.2%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.9%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.2%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.9%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Amherst County nursing homes
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 Amherst County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Amherst County, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Amherst County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Amherst County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Amherst County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.2%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Amherst County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Amherst County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Amherst County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Amherst County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Amherst County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Amherst County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Runk and Pratt Pearls of Life at Liberty Ridge, Heritage Green Lynchburg and Runk and Pratt at Leesville Road are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Amherst County, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 23 nursing homes facilities near Amherst County, Virginia. See the full list.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Amherst County
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