About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential 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.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Independent Living Communities in Atkins, VA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Atkins area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Atkins. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 47 independent living facilities in Atkins, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Wytheville, Marion and Tazewell.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Wytheville, Marion and Tazewell.
Atkins Independent Living Facilities | 173 Reviews
Showing 38 communities
Last Updated: 12/25/24
Sort by
Filter by
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
At Pulaski Retirement Community, you can experience the peace of mind that comes with retirement living in a friendly small town atmosphere. Enjoy fine country living, beautiful views and quiet nights in the heart of Virginia’s New River Valley. All complemented by a carefree, active lifestyle...
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
5 star
80%
4 star
20%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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...
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Twelve Oaks is a senior living community located in Mt.Airy, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Twelve Oaks we provide assisted living and Alzheimer's care. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping...
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
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.
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Atkins, VA
The average cost of senior living in Atkins is $5,401 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,161 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Atkins, VA vs. nearby cities
Atkins, VA
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Atkins, VA vs. the state and national average
Atkins, VA
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Atkins vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Atkins, VA by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Discover the many ways to pay for senior living
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Your Guide to Paying for Care
Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.
Your Guide to VA Benefits
The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.
Medicare and Medicaid
Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.
What families are saying about independent living in Atkins
Recent reviews for independent living in Atkins
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff
4.6
My Mother had spent a lot of time at this facility, and she passed on to Heaven here, Mom seemed to like it, and enjoyed her time there, I have several pictures of her at the facility, Celebrating her Birthday, Christmases and other Holidays, and she Always had a Big Smile on her face, and ...
Read more
Brookdale Bristol
5.0
Our experience with Brookdale Bristol was a very positive one! The facility is clean and well kept, and the people are very friendly. I saw a few communities in the area and Brookdale really impressed me with their activities program. They're definitely worth a look if you're looking into senior ...
Read more
Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living in Boone, NC
4.4
We absolutely love the staff and how they take care of Dad. However, we have not been pleased with the food. The cooking staff has changed multiple times since he moved there. We have also noticed that his room is clean on the surface but not in "unseen" places like under the beds. We also ...
Read more
Atkins independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Atkins independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Atkins, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Atkins independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Atkins partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Atkins, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.2%
7.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Atkins independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Atkins communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Atkins, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.6%
16.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Atkins independent 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 independent living communities in Atkins offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Atkins, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
23.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.7%
46.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Bristol, Dogwood Crossing and Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford are the top-rated independent living facilities near Atkins, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 47 independent living facilities near Atkins, Virginia. See the full list.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Independent Living in Cities Near Atkins
- Wytheville, Virginia
- Marion, Virginia
- Tazewell, Virginia
- Rural Retreat, Virginia
- Bland, Virginia
- Bastian, Virginia
- Lodi, Virginia
- Keywood, Virginia
- Carsonville, Virginia
- Ivanhoe, Virginia
- Independence, Virginia
- Wardell, Virginia
- Lick Skillet, Virginia
- Emory, Virginia
- Price Hill, Virginia
- De Busk Mill, Virginia
- Hanckel, Virginia
- Clinchburg, Virginia
- Glade Spring, Virginia
- Litz, Virginia
More options near Atkins, Virginia
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top