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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ellerson, VA
If your loved one needs memory care in Ellerson, A Place for Mom can help. With 38 memory care facilities in Ellerson, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Ellerson incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Ellerson memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Ellerson, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Willow Lawn, Stonewall Court and Stratford Hills.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Richmond, Midlothian and Glen Allen.
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St. Francis Home is a non-profit and I thought it was okay. They still offered bingo and things like that but hey didn't have a way for my mother to go out to lunch to the store or anything like that. They...
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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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Cost of memory care in Ellerson, VA
The average cost of senior living in Ellerson is $5,179 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,635 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ellerson, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ellerson, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Ellerson, VA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Ellerson
Recent reviews for memory care in Ellerson
Shalom Parkside Senior Living in Richmond, VA
4.5
It's a fine place and they lots of activities and I like living there. I would definitely recommend this community to others
The Crossings at Ironbridge in Chester, VA
4.0
They kept changing the way they did the laundry, which was fine. But 50% of my loved one's clothes just disappeared, even after we tagged them. The food was not very good here. And they really didn't have much meal planning for you if you had needs or preferences off the main stream. I could ...
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The Westmont at Short Pump Community in Glen Allen, VA
4.9
Overall, our experience at Westmont has actually been very positive. When our father transferred to a memory care unit, we initially did not think that that was a great idea. Very soon we realized that we were wrong. The nurses the evaluators really did a wonderful job.
Ellerson review score based on 109 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 109 reviews of 28 Ellerson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ellerson 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
Ellerson review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Ellerson 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 109 reviews of 28 Ellerson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ellerson 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.Ellerson, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.6
4.0
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Ellerson memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellerson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellerson, 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 Ellerson 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 Ellerson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ellerson, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.4%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.4%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.6%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ellerson 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 Ellerson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellerson, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellerson 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 Ellerson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellerson, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
39.3%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellerson 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 Ellerson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellerson, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellerson 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 Ellerson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellerson, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
39.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and The Westmont at Short Pump Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ellerson, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 38 memory care facilities near Ellerson, Virginia. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Ellerson, Virginia are Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and The Westmont at Short Pump Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 38 memory care facilities near you in Ellerson, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ellerson, 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 Ellerson, 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 Ellerson, Virginia ranges from $147 to $56000. The average Memory Care cost in Ellerson, Virginia is $5,179. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Ellerson, Virginia typically starts at $147. 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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