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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gretna, VA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Gretna, A Place for Mom can help. With 78 memory care facilities in Gretna, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Gretna incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Gretna memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Gretna, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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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.
A VERY WARM AND INVITING PLACE TO LIVE"Our home will respect your past and assist you in your daily living with a community of professionals that you can rely on and trust.Our staff of certified aides and nurses is caring, compassionate and trained to assist residents with their daily needs just...
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My Dad was first in Salem Terrace with Lewy Body dementia. My Mom was trying to keep the house but once she found out she had several TIAs she immediately decided that Salem Terrace was going to be new home....
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.
With commanding stunning vistas of the vibrant City of Salem and the mountains beyond, Salem Terrace at Harrogate is designed in a tradition reminiscent of a grand hotel or resort.At Salem Terrace at Harrogate, we offer a choice of floor plans and four levels of personal assistance, depending...
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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
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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Cost of memory care in Gretna, VA

The average cost of senior living in Gretna is $4,126 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Charlotte Court House, VA with an average of $3,757 per month.

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

Gretna, VA
$4,126/mo
$4,177/mo
$3,814/mo

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

Gretna, VA
$4,126/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,126/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,196/mo
Studio
$5,068/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,786/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,200/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Gretna over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Gretna

Recent reviews for memory care in Gretna

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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Brookdale Salem

3.1
We chose Brookdale because my sister and her son visited a few places and they liked this one the best. The room sizes here seemed adequate. The food was better when it was served in the dining area, once COVID started the food was not as good when it was served in the room. Their billing was ...
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The Canterbury House in Roxboro, NC

5.0
We chose Canterbury House because it is very close to our home so it makes it convenient. The staff is really friendly and very helpful. The appearance of the community is just very warm and welcoming. When we visited the community everyone was very welcoming and extremely friendly. We are very ...
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Gretna review score based on 187 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 187 reviews of 55 Gretna memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gretna 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

Gretna review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Gretna, VA55 facilities
7.8
Chatham, VA76 facilities
8.8
Hurt, VA10 facilities

Review subcategories for Gretna 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 187 reviews of 55 Gretna memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gretna 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.
Gretna, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Gretna memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gretna memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gretna, 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 Gretna 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 Gretna that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gretna, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.7%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.7%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.1%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.1%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gretna 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 Gretna Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gretna, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.7%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.5%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gretna 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 Gretna partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gretna, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
50.9%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gretna 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 Gretna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gretna, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
32.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gretna 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 Gretna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gretna, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.2%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.4%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.1%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.6%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
41.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 78 memory care facilities near Gretna, Virginia. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Gretna, Virginia is Heritage Green and Daybreak. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 78 memory care facilities near you in Gretna, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gretna, 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 Gretna, 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 Gretna, Virginia ranges from $340 to $9790. The average Memory Care cost in Gretna, Virginia is $4,126. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Gretna, Virginia typically starts at $340. 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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