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Photo of Warwick Forest, a CCRC
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8.9
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22 reviews
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Warwick Forest is very expensive, but my mother says she likes it there. She has dementia. I'm not sure if there's more to do, and she just doesn't know. She has said she'd like to go more places. 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.
Here at Warwick Forest, we're more than fancy buildings and first class amenities. Of course, we have all the things you would expect from an award-winning CCRC, but what may surprise you is how comfortable you feel from the moment you arrive.Our community is relaxed and always eager to welcome a...
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7.5
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44 reviews
7.5
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44 reviews
5 star
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34%
3 star
9%
2 star
7%
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7%
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Everyone is very cordial and friendly. My father is in memory care and is kept active and engaged. The staff pays attention to all the members of this community and every staff members from other divisions...
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.
Independence and Peace of Mind are important to us and encouraged by Morningside's features and services. Morningside's Levels of Care Program ensures that residents receive the care they need and pay only for the services they require. This allows residents to remain within the community as...
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2222 Floor plans available
7.4
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45 reviews
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45 reviews
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16%
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20%
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11%
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Our loved one was only there for respite care, but I would give them all 5s. Based on the experience we had, we would recommend them to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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 Harmony on the PeninsulaAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Yorktown, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to keep...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House
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6.3
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38 reviews
6.3
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38 reviews
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8%
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18%
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The experience has been very good and my loved one is happy here. My aunt is in memory care. They do a very good job. They care & are very professional. [name removed] is wonderful. She has made this...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House is located at 7657 Meredith Drive in Gloucester, Virginia. It is situated near the historic courthouse in downtown Gloucester, where residents can enjoy an assisted living community in a family like environment. The primary goal of Gloucester House...
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The ratio between residence and staff is very good. There spend alot of time with the residence. The staff is friendly and easy to work with and my loved one is well taken care of. I would recommend this...
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 Dominion Village of Poquoson, a Five Star Senior Living community! We have created a small neighborhood where staff have the unique opportunity to develop relationships with each resident and family. We foster independence in a happy environment and strive to create a home-like...
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Everyone I’ve been in contact with has been pleasant and cooperative. They have always been positive and upbuilding. I am as happy as I can be here in Assisted Living, however, I do have a keen desire to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
Harpers Station of Yorktown offers well-appointed independent living, assisted living, and memory care apartments and a variety of amenities designed to allow residents to live life to the fullest. Located in the heart of historic Virginia. Harper's Station of Yorktown offers a charming...
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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.
The Chesapeake retirement community boasts a spacious 35-acre campus in the heart of Newport News, Virginia.  Residents enjoy a multitude of opportunities to live active, healthy, fulfilling lives while simultaenously planning for their future health care needs.  Choosing from spacious...
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Cost of assisted living in Shadow, VA

The average cost of senior living in Shadow is $4,736 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smithfield, VA with an average of $4,404 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shadow, VA vs. nearby cities

Shadow, VA
$4,795/mo
$4,733/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shadow, VA vs. the state and national average

Shadow, VA
$4,795/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shadow vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,795/mo
$4,795/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shadow, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,610/mo
Studio
$5,825/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,521/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,005/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Shadow over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shadow, 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 Shadow.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shadow

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shadow

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
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Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

Spring Arbor of Williamsburg

4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.

Shadow review score based on 37 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 37 reviews of 10 Shadow assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shadow 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

Shadow review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Shadow, VA10 facilities
7.6
Poquoson, VA18 facilities
7.8
Cape Charles, VA91 facilities

Review subcategories for Shadow 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 37 reviews of 10 Shadow assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shadow 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.
Shadow, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
3.5
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.5
Meals & dining
3.5
4.1
Activities
3.4
4.1
Value for cost*
3.1
4.1
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Shadow assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shadow assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shadow, 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 Shadow 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 Shadow that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shadow, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
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
80%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shadow 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 Shadow Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shadow, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
50%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shadow 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 Shadow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shadow, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Shadow 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 Shadow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shadow, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42%
Room service
Room service
40%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shadow 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 Shadow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shadow, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shadow

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 Shadow protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg, The Hidenwood Community and Warwick Forest, a CCRC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shadow, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 10 assisted living facilities near Shadow, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Shadow, Virginia is The Hidenwood Community. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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