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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Buffalo Forge, VA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Buffalo Forge, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Buffalo Forge or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Buffalo Forge.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Buffalo Forge for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 17 assisted living facilities in the Buffalo Forge area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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Having my Mom go into memory care was never going to be easy. Heritage Green and the people there have done so much to make it a good as it can be. I actually tried three other places before arriving 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.
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...
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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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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...
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8.0
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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...
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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....
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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...
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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I need a community that gave a country homestead feeling and this community provided me with what I needed. The community is beautiful looks like a southern type mansion big pillars outside the entrance and...
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.
Havenwood is an assisted living community in the serene campus town of Lexington, Virginia. Our beautiful community is located close to the misty Blue Ridge Mountains and family farms of Lexington. It is a joy to live in an area full of natural beauty, such as the limestone wonder, the Natural...
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The staff is very professional and they are very good about updating us when any changes occur. I live in another area and I appreciate that their follow-up is so prompt. It's an excellent facility and I am...
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.
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.
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I would tell others that the individual living spaces/units do not have the ability to control the room temperature. You have to be ok with it being either too hot or too cold. My loved one is also on a...
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Campbell Rest HomeCampbell Rest Home is located in the town of Bedford, VA. This assisted living community is in a peaceful location that allows its residents to live happy lives. Those who are guests of our residents will find that Bedford offers great dining options to keep their taste buds...
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Cost of assisted living in Buffalo Forge, VA
The average cost of senior living in Buffalo Forge is $3,621 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Iron Gate, VA with an average of $3,084 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo Forge, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Buffalo Forge, VA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo Forge over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buffalo Forge, VA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Buffalo Forge
Recent reviews for assisted living in Buffalo Forge
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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Heritage Green and Daybreak in Lynchburg, VA
4.1
The staff has been very accommodating and easy to work with both before and after admission.
I know everyone is busy, but I sometimes wish I could get more feedback and confirmation on requests that I have made.
Havenwood in Lexington, VA
4.8
The administrator stepped up in our emergency situation: she conducted the initial interview on only two hours notice, coordinated the physician paperwork, and arranged for the move, all within a single afternoon. The charge nurse is a pro. All of the other staff members are kind and caring. The ...
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Buffalo Forge review score based on 32 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 12 Buffalo Forge assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Buffalo Forge review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Buffalo Forge review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Buffalo Forge assisted living
When assisted living 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 32 reviews of 12 Buffalo Forge assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buffalo Forge resident and family assisted living 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.Buffalo Forge, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Buffalo Forge assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Forge assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Forge, 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 Buffalo Forge assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Buffalo Forge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo Forge, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo Forge assisted living
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 Buffalo Forge Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo Forge, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.7%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo Forge assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buffalo Forge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo Forge, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo Forge assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buffalo Forge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo Forge, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Forge assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Buffalo Forge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo Forge, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buffalo Forge
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Buffalo Forge protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Heritage Green and Daybreak, Runk and Pratt of Forest and Bentley Commons at Lynchburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Buffalo Forge, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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