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This is a great care home. The owner is unbelievable and knows how to manage. The food looks great and the other residents seem to like it. The caregivers are attentive and make sure the residents receive...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Haven at Mayfield is a residential care home in Mechanicsville, VA in Hanover County. With a deep connection to the Civil War, Mechanicsville is a great place for history buffs. Take advantage of the National Battlefield Park and learn more about the Battle of Cold Harbor or visit our parks...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Haven Assisted Living utilizes Residential Homes in desirable and convenient locations designed to eliminate the institutionalized environment fostered by most larger facilities. Currently there are three licensed facilities with a forth and fifth scheduled to open this year. Each...
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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...
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.
St Luke's is a small family business and not corporate own. This gives us the opportunity to provide more for our residents. Being a small facility in a small town gives a home-like feeling. And problems or concerns go right to the administrators/owners. We try to maintain a low staff to resident...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Oakland, VA

The average cost of senior living in Oakland is $5,103 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shenandoah, VA with an average of $4,341 per month.

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

Oakland, VA
$5,103/mo
$5,783/mo

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

Oakland, VA
$5,103/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,103/mo
$5,107/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,788/mo
Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$5,749/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,689/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,382/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,550/mo

Senior living costs in Oakland 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: Oakland, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakland, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,103/mo$5,211/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,107/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,957/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Oakland, VA:$5,103/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Oakland, VA:$5,107/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Oakland, VA:$4,957/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Oakland, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Oakland 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Oakland, VA$5,503/mo$5,027/mo+9.5%
Virginia$5,742/mo$5,247/mo+9.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Oakland, VA
2024 average cost:$5,503/mo
2023 average cost:$5,027/mo
Percent change:+9.5%
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 Oakland, 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 Oakland.

What families are saying about assisted living in Oakland

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oakland

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

5.0
I have recommended it to a few!I looked at 6 different places for my dad. When I walked into Spring Arbor, I was greeted by staff who were happy and pleasant. Two staff members met in the hall to have a chat about whether a patient had actually bathed or not, left her info private but respected ...
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Brandywine at Midlothian in North Chesterfield, VA

4.6
My only complain is they need to answer emails from family members faster. But overall the facility is really fantastic. And my mom is happy there.

Journeys Crossing in Elkton, VA

4.6
They do a lot with the residents, regarding the activities. They have cards, puzzles and Bingo. We picked this community because, of the location, it was the least expensive, and affordable. It would be nice, if family members could make appointments with the nurse practitioner, for their loved ...
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Oakland review score based on 514 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 514 reviews of 106 Oakland assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oakland 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

Oakland review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Oakland, VA106 facilities
8.5
Louisa, VA7 facilities
8.8
Gordonsville, VA5 facilities

Review subcategories for Oakland 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 514 reviews of 106 Oakland assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oakland 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.
Oakland, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.2
3.6
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.7
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Oakland assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Oakland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oakland, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.5%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oakland 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 Oakland Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oakland, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.8%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oakland 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 Oakland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
54.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland 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 Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
37.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland 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 Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
63.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
39.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oakland

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