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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.
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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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 like knowing that my mom is happy at this caring community. We like that she is living. in a clean community. The meals are amazing and a great variety for her to choose from. The suite she has and she...
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.
Oakmont at Gordon Park is a dream of three local life long friends, J.J. Gillenwater, Blair Jones and Jeff Tickle who were each born and raised in Bristol. While searching for options for their own families these three gentleman saw the need for a new community with a new vision of enriched...
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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.
Westwood Center is a Genesis assisted living community located in Bluefield, Virginia. Known as Virginia's Tallest Town, the city is nestled in the heights of the Appalachian Mountains and features unparalleled fishing, skiing, and hiking opportunities as well as easy access to airports, the...
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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, 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.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace and...
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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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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 Chilhowie, VA

The average cost of senior living in Chilhowie is $4,652 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Galax, VA with an average of $3,402 per month.

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

Chilhowie, VA
$4,652/mo
$4,804/mo

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

Chilhowie, VA
$4,652/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,652/mo
$4,652/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,130/mo
Studio
$5,021/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,104/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,313/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,850/mo

Senior living costs in Chilhowie 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: Chilhowie, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChilhowie, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,652/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,652/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,947/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Chilhowie, VA:$4,652/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Chilhowie, VA:$4,652/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Chilhowie, VA:$4,947/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Chilhowie, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Chilhowie 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
Chilhowie, VA$3,782/mo$2,966/mo+27.5%
Virginia$5,561/mo$5,105/mo+8.9%
National$5,264/mo$4,973/mo+5.9%
Chilhowie, VA
2024 average cost:$3,782/mo
2023 average cost:$2,966/mo
Percent change:+27.5%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,561/mo
2023 average cost:$5,105/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,264/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Chilhowie, VA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Chilhowie

Recent reviews for assisted living in Chilhowie

Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff

5.0
have been very pleased with everything at the Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff Commonwealth! Thank you all! Based on the experience I have had so far, I would definitely recommend this community to other families!

Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon

5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living in Johnson City, TN

4.0
I would recommend it. Of the facilities in our area, this one is the best value for the money. I picked it because it is a clean, updated facility, all on one level. They have suites with doors open to a courtyard. The staff is friendly and helpful. They allow residents to have meals in their ...
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Chilhowie review score based on 151 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 151 reviews of 35 Chilhowie assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Chilhowie 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

Chilhowie review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Chilhowie, VA35 facilities
8.6
Glade Spring, VA57 facilities
8.6
Saltville, VA48 facilities

Review subcategories for Chilhowie 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 151 reviews of 35 Chilhowie assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Chilhowie 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.
Chilhowie, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Chilhowie assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chilhowie assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chilhowie, 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 Chilhowie 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 Chilhowie that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chilhowie, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.7%
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
54.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Chilhowie 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 Chilhowie Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chilhowie, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chilhowie 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 Chilhowie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chilhowie, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.4%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Chilhowie 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 Chilhowie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chilhowie, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chilhowie 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 Chilhowie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chilhowie, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
37.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Chilhowie

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 Chilhowie protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Havens at Princeton, Brookdale Bristol and Forest Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Chilhowie, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 43 assisted living facilities near Chilhowie, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Chilhowie, Virginia are Brookdale Bristol and American House Johnson City. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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