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My loved one was previously a resident at Lucy Corr and I visited her weekly. This facility was great. The staff were all very caring and helpful. Based on our experience, I would recommend Lucy Corr to...
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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8.2
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My father is I memory care and I think the aides do the best they can but they are understaffed, especially on the weekends. Their philosophy is to let the patients do their thing, whether it be up all...
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 Assisted Living at Chesterfield is an assisted living community serving individuals in Chesterfield, Chesterfield County, Virginia. We're located within a few minutes of Collegiate School Aquatics Center, several specialty shops, various medical facilities and schools, as well as...
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29 reviews
The regular staff make sure they make you feel like family as much as possible. Every one has been supportive and helpful. I would definitely recommend The Crossings at Ironbridge to others.
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 Crossings at Ironbridge is a state-of-the-art community for seniors looking for the best in assisted living and memory care. Our spacious suites and apartments accommodate both your needs and your budget. Each suite features large, bright windows, ample storage and a large private bathroom....
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The staff are very friendly and accommodating. But as is so common, there is an unfortunately high to staff ratio which leads to residents not having as much personalized attention as could be desired. But...
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 a home like setting, we provide the ideal solution for seniors who require some help with daily activities. Residents are able to live independently in their own suites while receiving the services they need from our well- trained and caring staff. Spring Oak at Petersburg offers three care...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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6.5
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8 reviews
Everyone at the administrative level is available to answer questions. Making the decision to have Mom leave her home was difficult for us, especially for her. Now, though, she and we know it's best. The...
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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At Petersburg Home For Ladies they are very friendly. They made us feel welcome when she moved in. The only thing we had a problem was with nursing at one point. She did have high blood pressure and had to...
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.
For more than three generations we have been the preferred residence for women 62 and older who live in the cities of Petersburg, Hopewell, and Colonial Heights as well as the counties of Dinwiddie, Prince George, Chesterfield, and beyond. Why are we so highly regarded? Because our licensed...
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They have plenty of activities and they have gotten mom to participate in them which is grea.t. She has never complained about the food. Maintenance wise they usually stay on top of things but seem to be...
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.
Magnolias of Chesterfield is an assisted living community located in Chester, Chesterfield County, Virginia. Chester, which is situated between the James and Appomattox Rivers, is a vibrant city that offers a rich history and a wide variety of outdoor activities. Nature and history enthusiasts...
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9.2
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Most of the staff are good. Definitely need to be active with family members care. That is true for every facility. They do need better food selections and variety.
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.
Located in Colonial Heights, Dunlop House has been honored as a Top Assisted Living Facility in Virginia by Assisted Living Today. Dunlop House specializes in both assisted living and Alzheimer's care for seniors. Since 1999 it has provided its residents with quality care and a rewarding...
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
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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.
Fillmore Place is inner-city urban home which helps people that may be difficult to place due to diagnosis and financial resources. The facility specializes in the care of individuals with chronic mental health disabilities. We are able to work with clients who have a diagnosis of...
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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.
Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees and...
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
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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.
Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few 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.
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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Very personable facility. Vista Park Memory Care was very welcoming and the care has been excellent. I feel relieved to have finally found a loving facility for my friend. Vista Park has been a blessing.
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.
Vista Park Memory Care is an assisted living community located in Petersburg, Virginia, in Petersburg City County. A supportive environment in a beautiful setting, Vista Park Memory Care is an excellent place for you to make a new home. Petersburg is a peaceful city with friendly citizens and...
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, 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Shirley, VA
The average cost of senior living in Shirley is $4,573 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,635 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shirley, VA vs. nearby cities
Shirley, VA
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shirley, VA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shirley, VA by room type
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shirley
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shirley
Petersburg Home For Ladies
4.9
This is my first experience with assisted living as far as Alzheimers and from the various places I visited, this is by far the best place I saw, even halfway done you could see it was better. They have been great, there's only 9 patients on that wing right now, they're doing a good job. There's ...
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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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Shirley review score based on 34 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 34 reviews of 19 Shirley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shirley 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
Shirley review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shirley 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 34 reviews of 19 Shirley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shirley 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.Shirley, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
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Shirley assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirley, 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 Shirley 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 Shirley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirley, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.6%
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
57.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.1%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shirley 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 Shirley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirley, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirley 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 Shirley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirley, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
26.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirley 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 Shirley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirley, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
10.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirley 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 Shirley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirley, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shirley
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 Shirley protect seniors.
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Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and Heritage Green are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shirley, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 20 assisted living facilities near Shirley, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shirley, Virginia are Sunrise of Richmond and Sunrise at Bon Air. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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