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10 Best Nursing Homes in Blackwells, VA

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Blackwells 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 44 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Blackwells, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Blackwells is about $5,177, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 443 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Blackwells, VA

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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.
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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
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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.
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 Blackwells, VA

The average cost of senior living in Blackwells is $5,177 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,161 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Blackwells, VA vs. nearby cities

Blackwells, VA
$5,177/mo
$4,897/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Blackwells, VA vs. the state and national average

Blackwells, VA
$5,177/mo
U.S. national average
$4,896/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Blackwells vs. other types of senior living

$5,193/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,177/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Blackwells, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,262/mo
Studio
$6,295/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,925/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,039/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,655/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Blackwells over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Blackwells

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Blackwells

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.

Spring Arbor of Williamsburg

5.0
I would definitely give Spring Arbor an overall rating of 5. My mother-in-law loves her a Respite visits. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families! Their staff is great. They are considerate and kind and I haven't met anybody in there that my mother-in-law hasn't liked.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House

5.0
They are friendly and always willing to help. The staff is always there to help and answer questions. The facility is always clean.

Blackwells nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blackwells nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blackwells, 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 Blackwells 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 Blackwells that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Blackwells, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69%
2.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.4%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.1%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69%
9.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.5%
0.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.1%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Blackwells 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 Blackwells Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blackwells, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.6%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blackwells 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 Blackwells partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blackwells, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Blackwells 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 Blackwells communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blackwells, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
55.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blackwells 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 Blackwells offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blackwells, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.6%
0.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
6.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
62.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
44.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.6%
0.4%
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There are 44 nursing homes facilities near Blackwells, Virginia. See the full list.

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