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66 Floor plans available
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9.3
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My 95 year old Mom has been at Morningside for 3 weeks and is settling in. Staff is wonderful and she really enjoys the food. There are many options for games and entertainment. I highly recommend...
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.
Morningside of Charlottesville provides personalized care in an elegant and home-like setting for residents with Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Care needs.
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9.3
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Everyone was very helpful. The business office was slow providing information and feedback on questions. I would recommend them to others who are looking for a place for their loved one.
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 Colonnades offers quality retirement living and is associated with the University of Virginia, located on 59 acres nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Charlottesville, Virginia. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of...
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9.0
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21 reviews
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The staff are very good with the residents, it's very clean, and they offer a variety of activities for those who wish to participate.
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 Heritage Inn was established to provide the very best in assisted living. We strive to offer individualized care and attention in meeting the needs of our residents. The environment at The Heritage Inn, a warm and homelike residence, provides the opportunity for residents to enjoy each day to...
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My husband, the resident said it best..."It's relaxing." " I always have something to do." The staff is friendly and patient with the residents. The ratio of staff to residents is excellent, always. I would...
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 cordially invite you to consider Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville, as your next new home! Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville is located on scenic Pantops Mountain directly across the street from the new Martha Jefferson Hospital and Doctor's Network, in close proximity...
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8.0
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I really liked the activities director, the activities, the physical therapy and staff. It is also a smaller facility so the client to staff ratio is 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.
RoseWood VillageIn 1983, we set out with a simple mission: to help families take care of their senior relatives. Everything we do at RoseWood Village starts with our Guiding Principle, Caring with H.E.A.R.T.™, which serves as a reminder of our Core Values of Honesty, Excellence, Accountability,...
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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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Fabulous facility in the heart of Charlottesville. Beautiful home setting with a wonderful community.
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.
At Home in CharlottesvilleWhat may strike you first about Martha Jefferson House isn’t really the House at all, but what is around it. The House sits on a private cul-de-sac, lined with old trees, and close to the beautifully landscaped grounds of the University of Virginia. In the heart of...
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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 assisted living in Centenary, VA

The average cost of senior living in Centenary is $5,789 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Charlotte Court House, VA with an average of $3,635 per month.

Assisted living costs in Centenary, VA, vs. nearby cities

Centenary, VA
$5,789/mo

Assisted living costs in Centenary, VA, vs. state and national averages

Centenary, VA
$5,789/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Centenary, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,789/mo
$5,789/mo

Assisted living costs in Centenary, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,380/mo
Studio
$6,826/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,174/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,980/mo

Senior living costs in Centenary 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: Centenary, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCentenary, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,789/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,789/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,375/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Centenary, VA:$5,789/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Centenary, VA:$5,789/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Centenary, VA:$4,375/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Centenary, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Centenary 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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Assisted living cost trends in Centenary, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Centenary 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
Centenary, VA$6,765/mo$4,702/mo+43.9%
Virginia$5,742/mo$5,247/mo+9.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Centenary, VA
2024 average cost:$6,765/mo
2023 average cost:$4,702/mo
Percent change:+43.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,742/mo
2023 average cost:$5,247/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Centenary, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Centenary.

What families are saying about assisted living in Centenary

Recent reviews for assisted living in Centenary

Rosewood Village Greenbrier in Charlottesville, VA

4.5
I have confidence in the community and the staff. They are doing their best, and I don't have to worry. The food looks good for my loved one. Bingo is enjoyed by a lot of the residents. They also have lectures, book club, and other activities for the residents to participate in.

Morningside of Charlottesville

5.0
The staff has treated my mom with the upmost respect. They are very polite and professional. My mom is happy there and thriving!

Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville

5.0
There's no large buy in fee, the apartments rent month-to-month. The staff is really nice there as well as all the tenants I've met. Everything except the laundry fee is included in the monthly fee, including two meals a day for independent living, and three meals for assisted-living. The ...
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Centenary review score based on 42 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 8 Centenary assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Centenary 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

Centenary review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Centenary, VA8 facilities
8.6
Scottsville, VA12 facilities

Review subcategories for Centenary 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 42 reviews of 8 Centenary assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Centenary 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.
Centenary, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Centenary assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Centenary assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Centenary, 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 Centenary 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 Centenary that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Centenary, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
87.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Centenary 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 Centenary Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Centenary, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Centenary 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 Centenary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Centenary, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Centenary 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 Centenary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Centenary, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Centenary 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 Centenary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Centenary, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
87.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Centenary

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Centenary protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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