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Photo of Sunrise of Richmond
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44 Floor plans available
9.8
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78 reviews
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Each category gets a 5. We are so happy we connected with A Place for Mom. It helped us in connecting with places to visit and to find the best place for our love one. Everyone was and is so helpful,...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Caring and respectful staff. Small size. Lots of effort put in to involve the Ashland community. Yes, we would recommend Hanover Manor Assisted Living to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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8.3
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32 reviews
8.3
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32 reviews
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[name removed]- in charge , (can't remember her title) is very accessible, and the price. I've used 3 different facilities in Richmond and discovery villages is the best by far.
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.
Discovery Village at the West End is an assisted living community located in Richmond, Virginia. Richmond is Virginia’s capital and is recognized as being one of the nation’s oldest cities. Its vibrant history is richly portrayed in the city’s many museums and historic sites. History enthusiasts...
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11 Floor plan available
8.0
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171 reviews
8.0
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171 reviews
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Overall, our experience at Westmont has actually been very positive. When our father transferred to a memory care unit, we initially did not think that that was a great idea. Very soon we realized that we...
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 The Westmont at Short PumpSurrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and small-town charm in Glen Allen, Virginia, The Westmont at Short Pump stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Fredericksburg, our senior housing offers a...
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8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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We had a wonderful experience however with her new care location, Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond. Overall we gave a 4 they went through TWO management transitions while Mom was there. 5 for care, possibly...
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 designed our Cottage Care program around the belief that everyone has the right and the capacity to live and love while discovering enjoyment in each day – regardless of abilities that have been lost to dementia.The result is a wonderful blend of security and comfort. For example, although all...
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7.2
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9 reviews
7.2
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9 reviews
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Although it is a self pay facility, we love the fact that the rate is flat and never changes from $[removed] per month. The facility itself is wonderful. They serve 3 meals a day in the cafeteria, or you can...
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.
The decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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My father spent his last year (2022) with Yama Family Services. He had been living at home but needed 24-hour care. Living in a residential home like the one they offer was a much easier transition for him...
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.
YAMA Services Adult Assisted Living home is located in Mechanicsville, Hanover County off of Atlee Station Road. This is a licensed assisted living home with a capacity for seven (7) residents. We provide a warmly decorated home with a team of friendly professionals. Our team of professionals...
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7.0
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14 reviews
7.0
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The staff that I have had contact with are very good, efficient, and caring. The facility is very clean. Room cleaners could do better re: floors walls . Kitchen staff generally have really good well...
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.
Welcome to Commonwealth Assisted Living at The West End! A premier Assisted Living community, Commonwealth Assisted Living is nestled on an eight-acre wooded site in the heart of Richmond's West End, conveniently near the intersections of Gaskins Road, Three Chopt Road and Interstate 64-West....
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Alpha House is a special place. Alpha House is a small charming senior living community devoted to Alzheimer’s and dementia residents. We are located in a country-like setting near the heart of Ashland, Virginia—just 10 miles north of Richmond. Alpha House mirrors our small, intimate community by...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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3.0
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3.0
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Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...

Cost of assisted living in Scotchtown, VA

The average cost of senior living in Scotchtown is $4,915 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Lee, VA with an average of $4,249 per month.

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

Scotchtown, VA
$4,915/mo
$4,961/mo

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

Scotchtown, VA
$4,915/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,915/mo
$5,003/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,494/mo
Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$5,307/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,244/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,652/mo

Senior living costs in Scotchtown 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: Scotchtown, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeScotchtown, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,915/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,003/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,100/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Scotchtown, VA:$4,915/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Scotchtown, VA:$5,003/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Scotchtown, VA:$4,100/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Scotchtown, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Scotchtown 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.

Scotchtown, VAVA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Scotchtown, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Scotchtown 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
Scotchtown, VA$6,513/mo$6,437/mo+1.2%
Virginia$4,788/mo$4,749/mo+0.8%
National$4,571/mo$4,534/mo+0.8%
Scotchtown, VA
2024 average cost:$6,513/mo
2023 average cost:$6,437/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$4,788/mo
2023 average cost:$4,749/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$4,571/mo
2023 average cost:$4,534/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Scotchtown, VA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Scotchtown

Recent reviews for assisted living in Scotchtown

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.

Chestnut Grove in Richmond, VA

4.2
My mom's been there since July so it's been a short period but no complaints whatsoever. It's very clean, they're very friendly, occasionally there may be one person but that's just a personality thing. Overall, everyone's very friendly, when you come into the facility they greet you and they're ...
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Scotchtown review score based on 25 family reviews

7.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 12 Scotchtown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Scotchtown 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

Scotchtown review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Scotchtown, VA12 facilities
7.7
Ashland, VA10 facilities
8.2
Lake Caroline, VA129 facilities

Review subcategories for Scotchtown 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 25 reviews of 12 Scotchtown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Scotchtown 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.
Scotchtown, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.7
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Scotchtown assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scotchtown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scotchtown, 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 Scotchtown 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 Scotchtown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scotchtown, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
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
75%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
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 Scotchtown 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 Scotchtown Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scotchtown, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scotchtown 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 Scotchtown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scotchtown, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Scotchtown 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 Scotchtown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scotchtown, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scotchtown 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 Scotchtown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scotchtown, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Scotchtown

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