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

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Photo of Heritage Green and Daybreak
55 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Heritage Green has the best staff. [name removed]is a loving and available home leader. We can call or text her at any time day or night. Her staff show they care for the residents needs. It's a good...
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......Read more
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The staff at Pearls of Life are kind, patient and generally seem to take good care of my mom. My only concern is the medical care my mom has received. They discourage maintaining relationships with my...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Brookdale Roanoke
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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What we like the most about Brookdale Roanoke is the administration and the family feeling. Also a lot of natural sunlight and yes we would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
We understand your concerns for your loved one’s safety and well-being, along with the weight of the responsibility of caring for someone with dementia. At our community in Roanoke, Va., which offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care, we have the experience to understand the complexity of dementia at......Read more
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We were very pleased and reassured of my mom's care while she was there Meals . Absolutely excellent. When my mom needed urgent attention, staff responded immediately. I would absolutely recommend Terra...
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.
Pheasant Ridge Assisted Living is located in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. We encourage a home-like cozy environment for our residents by providing dignity, choice, privacy and respect. Our residents are given independence through individual apartments, while still receiving all the care they......Read more
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It is a very difficult situation when you realize that a family member is going to need care that can not be provided within the family unit. Birch Ridge has been great helping to ease that burden by...
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.
Birch Ridge, At Your Side, At Your ServiceBirch Ridge provides seniors with a nurturing, supportive home-like environment that fosters independence, yet offers care and assistance twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. These full range of services and amenities are all included in the......Read more
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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......Read more
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Runk and Pratt was awesome and very helpful when we needed guidance and help. My mother- in - law passed. They were very attentive to all of her needs and excellent with communication to the family.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Photo of Brookdale Staunton
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The people at Brookdale care about the residents and their families. [name removed] was very helpful in getting everything set up. My dad loves the food, especially the ice cream! Staff check in with...
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.
Our welcoming, upscale community in Staunton, Va., which offers both assisted living and memory care services, sits on 22 acres in northwest Staunton, with stunning mountain views and an abundance of wildlife. We can provide you the ideal retirement experience, combining a peaceful country home......Read more
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My father was only there for 2 weeks before he passed- the staff were fabulous- extremely caring and kind. There were a lot of activities
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Brookdale Salem
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22 Floor plans available
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I long dreaded leaving mom in the hands of some unknown entity like a nursing home or assisted living. But I’m so incredibly relieved now. The staff here honestly really cares. It shows! It’s now been...
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.
At our Salem, Va., community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services, we believe sustaining social relationships and friendships is key to aging well and living well.As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active with friends and neighbors......Read more
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Photo of Carriage Hill Retirement
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I was pretty happy with my experience dealing with them. There was a change over in management the last half of last year. I'm pleased with the new facility director and D.O.N. They did some serious house...
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.
Located in the heart of the quaint and historic Bedford, Virginia home of the D-Day Memorial. Centered right between Roanoke and Lynchburg, 30 minutes each way. Also, only 30 min from Smith Mountain Lake Virginia.Carriage Hill Retirement is more than just a retirement community. Offering......Read more
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Photo of Spring Oak at Bedford
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I would highly recommend Spring Oak Assisted Living facility. I chose Spring Oak because of the location, the charm of the historical building, & the affordable price. I was very pleased with the staff I...
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.
Spring Oak at Bedford is always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents. We offer medical facilities, outdoor activities, shopping and restaurants which are all conveniently located nearby. Residents always have options when they’re looking for something fun and......Read more
Photo of Runk and Pratt at Smith Moutain Lake
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Runk and Pratt is a 5 on all categories, except activities which I can't rate because unfortunately my family member is not able to participate. For value, I would say the cost is on the high side but...
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.
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Photo of The Retreat at Fishersville
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We are very pleased with the care our parent and other residents receive at Retreat. They listen to any concerns we may have and do what they can to answer them. Staff is happy and caring. Management always...
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.
The Retreat at Fishersville is redefining senior living with amenity-rich features and the highest standard of care. The community delivers the very best in accommodations, personalized attention, and exceptional service, all under one roof in a secure and remarkably homelike setting. So......Read more
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Photo of Bentley Commons at Lynchburg
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33 Floor plans available
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From start to today, everything has been a good experience. Staff is friendly all the time and so willing to help. Bentley Commons offers individual apartments, daily activities and an overwhelming sense of...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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......Read more
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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Assisted Living
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77 Floor plans available
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One of the reasons I picked them was all of the activity of the residents while I was there. The other facilities felt like the residents were more isolated. The other reason was because they made an effort...
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Roanoke, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to keep......Read more
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Photo of The Legacy at North Augusta
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Wow, the apartments at The Legacy are HUGE! Love having so much living space. Great amenities like an outdoor garden, walking trail, and chapel. The staff are super helpful and hospitable! The LEgacy at...
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.
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Photo of Woodland Hills Community
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[name removed], the doctor that cares for the residents is outstanding, she has great communication and is genuine in her care. The weekly cleaning of the residents rooms is unfortunately lacking in...
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.
Experience Senior Care at Woodland HillsSurrounded by sprawling green spaces and the Blue Ridge Mountains in Roanoke, Virginia, Woodland Hills stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Blacksburg, our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living,......Read more
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Photo of Regency at Augusta
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The facilities are very nice and well maintained. The staff is very friendly. The care services are a hit or miss with additional services. It is very expensive and my parents don't consistently receive the...
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.
One Family. One Community.At Regency at Augusta, our passion and purpose is to support our community in a way that inspires a nurturing and caring environment for both residents and team members alike. We know that earning a reputation as an award-winning Assisted Living and Memory Care Community......Read more
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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care
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Me and my siblings are very pleased with the care he is getting there [names removed] are WONDERFUL!! When I originally toured Harmony, I was impressed, and, at this moment, neither I nor my family have...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 Harmony Collection at Roanoke - Memory Care is Roanoke's newest stand alone memory care community and is located conveniently at the base Pheasant Ridge in Southwest County near Route 220 and Tanglewood Mall. We offer assisted living specifically designed for those with Alzheimer's and......Read more
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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
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.
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......Read more
Photo of Cardinal Senior Living
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Cardinal Senior Living is very clean, we do feel they are under staffed. Since COVID we haven't really had the chance to go into the facility or visit. Compared to most places, this facility was pretty good...
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.
We are excited to welcome you to Cardinal Senior Living, Bedford's premier provider of assisted living and memory care services (Dementia / Alzheimer's).Cardinal's organization began January 1st, 2017, but the traditions and memories of our community are long lasting and still carry forward.......Read more
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I really enjoy living here. The people from the staff to the residents are very lovely. They are kind and friendly just a pleasure to spend time with. I enjoy doing activities here such as the Wii bowling...
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.
One of the most renowned retirement communities in the Shenandoah Valley, only Brightview Baldwin Park features three options on one campus: Independent Living and Assisted Living residences as well as our award-winning Alzheimer's Care neighborhood. This cozy community is nestled just two miles......Read more
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My Mom, who passed away recently, was a resident at Oak Grove Manor for over a year. I felt so comfortable with the care she was given - her room was always spotless, in fact the whole facility was always...
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.
Since 1984, Oak Grove Manor has continued to provide the best quality and professional care to members of our aging community. We offer 24-hour care to residents who require supervision and assistance with activities of daily living, including those who require memory care. With one flat monthly......Read more
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Since my husband and I moved into this community everything has been perfect.There is not one single thing below a "5". They helped us move in, they keep track of us, help us exercise, and provide meals for...
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.
The Glebe is a warm, engaging retirement community with majestic mountain views and exceptional amenities and services that make living carefree and pleasurable. Here, you can indulge your passions, challenge your mind, try new things, savor the company of wonderful people. . . and make......Read more

Cost of memory care in South River, VA

The average cost of senior living in South River is $4,150 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Iron Gate, VA with an average of $3,084 per month.

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

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

South River, VA
$4,150/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,150/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,412/mo
Studio
$5,378/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,629/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,695/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in South River over time

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What families are saying about memory care in South River

Recent reviews for memory care in South River

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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TerraBella Pheasant Ridge in Roanoke, VA

5.0
TerraBella Pheasant Ridge was fantastic the whole time that my loved one was a resident there. The staff was fantastic and went out of their way to take care of my loved one. The pricing was some of the best in the valley and we checked everybody. The housekeeping was great. The move in and out ...
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South River review score based on 179 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 179 reviews of 53 South River memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South River 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

South River review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for South River 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 179 reviews of 53 South River memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South River 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.
South River, 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
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

South River memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South River memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South River, 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 South River 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 South River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South River, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.4%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.4%
73.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South River 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 South River Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South River, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.2%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.7%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.1%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.5%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South River 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 South River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South River, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.5%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
54.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.8%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.4%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South River 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 South River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South River, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
28.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.3%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in South River 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 South River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South River, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.5%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.6%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.6%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.2%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.8%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
58.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
28.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 70 memory care facilities near South River, Virginia. See the full list.

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

The 70 memory care facilities near you in South River, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South River, 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 South River, 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 South River, Virginia ranges from $340 to $9901. The average Memory Care cost in South River, Virginia is $4,150. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in South River, 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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