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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.
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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We have been very pleased with everyone. They have been very accommodating to my aunts needs. We are just real pleased. I would recommend The Hermitage. The facility is very clean. The staff is very friendly...
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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.
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.
The Hermitage is an assisted living residence in historic Richmond, Virginia. It is conveniently located just off I-64 and is near Joseph Bryan Park. The Science Museum of Virginia is located a couple of miles to the south of The Hermitage. The residence sits on an expansive lawn with lilac...
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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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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
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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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Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
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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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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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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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.
The ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Monument AvenueSubhead: Senior Living in Richmond, VA“We Listen, We Love, We Care, We Serve.” Those are the words that stand behind the promise wemake to both you and your family every day at Commonwealth Senior Living at Monument Avenue.Located in the heart of...
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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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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, 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.
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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.
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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...
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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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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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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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.
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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.
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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Essene Inc. is a state licensed home for adults nestled on 14 acres of beautiful rolling hills covered in large oak trees with a 1 mile walking trail. Essene is located in a crime free area with a back to nature ambiance. Offering naturally grown food and pollutant free Artesian well water. We...
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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.
Having provided senior care for many years, we, understand the emotions that families face when making care decisions for their loved ones. Providing for a parent, spouse, or relative can be physically, emotionally, and financially challenging. Making the decision to get help is often difficult. ...

Cost of memory care in Snell, VA

The average cost of senior living in Snell is $5,479 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Colonial Beach, VA with an average of $4,470 per month.

Memory care costs in Snell, VA, vs. nearby cities

Snell, VA
$5,479/mo

Memory care costs in Snell, VA, vs. state and national averages

Snell, VA
$5,479/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Snell, VA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,479/mo

Memory care costs in Snell, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,003/mo
Studio
$5,924/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,956/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,410/mo

Senior living costs in Snell vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Snell, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSnell, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,479/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,255/mo$5,211/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$3,900/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Snell, VA:$5,479/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Snell, VA:$5,255/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Snell, VA:$3,900/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Snell, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Snell and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Snell, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Snell have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Snell, VA$6,905/mo$6,292/mo+9.7%
Virginia$6,857/mo$6,306/mo+8.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Snell, VA
2024 average cost:$6,905/mo
2023 average cost:$6,292/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,857/mo
2023 average cost:$6,306/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Snell

Recent reviews for memory care in Snell

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

Sunrise at Silas Burke House

4.3
The Sunrise at Silas Burke House was almost new when my dad moved into it - and the staff have stayed on top of the normal wear and tear, and addressed the issues that are normal with a new operation (service in the dining room, knowing where things are, etc.). The staff are friendly, helpful, ...
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Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons in Woodbridge, VA

4.5
We chose HarborChase of Prince William Commons because they gave us a deal on the price and they provided my mom transportation to and from her dialysis procedures. My mom is in a private room here. The location of the facility is really easy to get to, very accessible for the area. I would ...
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Snell review score based on 782 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 782 reviews of 124 Snell memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Snell 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

Snell review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Snell, VA124 facilities
8.5
Lake Land'Or, VA12 facilities
8.2
Lake Caroline, VA112 facilities

Review subcategories for Snell 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 782 reviews of 124 Snell memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Snell 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.
Snell, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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Snell memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Snell memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Snell, 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 Snell 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 Snell that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Snell, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.4%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.9%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99.2%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.4%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.3%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.2%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
74%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Snell 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 Snell Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Snell, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
58.1%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.3%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.5%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Snell 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 Snell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Snell, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
58.9%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.1%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
59.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.1%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Snell 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 Snell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Snell, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.6%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
46.8%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.8%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Snell 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 Snell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Snell, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.8%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.3%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.9%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.4%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.7%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.2%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.9%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
46%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.5%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.1%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Snell

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Snell protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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