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22 Floor plans available
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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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9.9
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74 reviews
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I can't recommend this place enough. The staff is friendly, responsive, and dedicated to caring for their residents. The facility is well-maintained. Having my loved ones here has been a blessing and a...
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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The community is always pleasant to visits, front office staff and nursing staff are always so welcoming. Residents seem happy and busy with frequent activities in building, I would place a family member...
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 Barrington at HioaksNestled on 12 stunning acres in Richmond, Virginia, The Barrington at Hioaks stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Williamsburg, our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, Assisted Living,...
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8.9
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52 reviews
8.9
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52 reviews
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Heritage Oaks is a lovely place. It is a very nice community where people look out for each other and the staff really care about the residents.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Built in 1987, Heritage Oaks is an independent living retirement community located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia. Just two blocks from outstanding medical facilities, Heritage Oaks is also conveniently near local shopping, dining, and entertainment. When the weather is nice, many of our...
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8.8
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61 reviews
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The one thing I liked was it was convenient for me and my brother, I feel like they were short staffed most of the time when he was there
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.
Ginter Hall Assisted Living & Memory Care has been providing Quality Care at an Affordable Price to seniors in the Richmond Metropolitan area for well over 38+ years! Ginetr Hall, a local Family Owned community, is committed to enriching the lives of senior adults through top quality care...
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8.8
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13 reviews
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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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8.6
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78 reviews
8.6
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I was given a live video tour and could see the place in real time. They also offered monthly placement where some places wanted a yearly commitment. The price was reasonable.
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.
We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Virtual Tour set up let us know. We look forward to you experiencing our Seaton Chesterfield community without having to leave your home!Seaton...
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6 reviews
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The office staff were so helpful. They helped me get my mom into a senior apt. there. She loves living in her new apt. The residence are all very friendly and kind to my mom. She has had a very positive...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sandston Plateau is the finest independent senior living facility located near Richmond International Airport. The community features 1 and 2 bedroom garden style apartments. Each unit comes with range, refrigerator, dishwasher, central air, garbage disposal, wall to wall carpeting, emergency...
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8.4
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Stay engaged, the squeaky wheel gets the grease in terms of care. My brother spent 6-7 months on the memory care floor. Great staff but not a great place to be. He is now placed in a private home on DD...
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 Crossings at Bon Air is a 17.6-acre campus that features rental independent living apartments, assisted living apartments, memory care apartments and short stay respite living. Residents of our community enjoy extensive in unit amenities, such as full kitchens, washer/dryers and weekly...
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8.2
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29 reviews
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29 reviews
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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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Photo of Holiday Virginian
1414 Photos available
2121 Floor plans available
7.7
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64 reviews
7.7
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64 reviews
5 star
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Although they've had a lot of turnover and ups and downs, since my father first arrived there, now, they have a wonderfully caring staff. As for the activities, they went through a period when they were not...
Provides: Independent Living
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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 Virginian provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in a charming, quiet area on the south side of Richmond, you'll enjoy a beautiful home conveniently located in the heart of the south. Residents have so much to explore in a state capital rich in...
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The staff that I’ve met so far does a good job in providing all my needs. By being a new complex there are some things they are working on. It’s a nice and pleasant neighborhood and the people I’ve met so...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
VIBRANT 55+ ALL-INCLUSIVE LIVING IN RICHMOND, VIRGINIAWelcome to The Compass at Springdale Park a BRAND NEW ALL-INCLUSIVE ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY IN EASTERN HENRICO, for ACTIVE 55+ ADULTS who want to upgrade their lifestyle while downsizing their hassle. Our BRAND-NEW MIXED-USE COMMUNITY in...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Now a non-smoking community! Darby House offers quality living exclusively for seniors 62 and over, who are seeking convenience and a sense of community. Located less than 2 miles from downtown Richmond in a quiet suburban neighborhood, there are panoramic skyline views as well as a wooded...
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Love Winthrop Manor! Compared to other places I have looked at Winthrop gets a 5 Star Rating! The Rooms are well appointed and the Staff is Professional and Friendly. Everyday things that I couldn't do...
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.
Winthrop Manor is an assisted living community in the historic city of Richmond, VA. Our community is located in a fully-renovated former elementary school that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Richmond is home to countless attractions, unique restaurants and inviting shops,...
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1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
6.1
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161 reviews
6.1
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161 reviews
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The windows need to replaced badly and hallways and resident door's need painting immediately. The halls smell awful. It's not a bad community at all but for the price they are paying these things should be...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
LEGACY AT IMPERIAL VILLAGE, UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT, WELCOMES YOU. MILLIONS IN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS.LIVING LIFE TO ITS FULLEST BEGINS AT LEGACY AT IMPERIAL PLAZA. Nestled among the quiet neighborhoods of Richmond, our community provides an active, engaged lifestyle. Our...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Park at Ridgedale leaves nothing to be desired!Enjoy a renewed sense of freedom with maintenance free-living. Sit back and relax as you watch the evenings come to an end in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. For your convenience we are within walking distance of Martins grocery store and...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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 beautiful 2 Bedroom one-story cottage style apartments at Forest Creek are exclusively for seniors 55+. Free gas heat/ water and a wireless emergency response system are included in the two bedroom apartments. Forest Creek is conveniently located off Ironbridge Road with Chippenham Parkway...
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St. Francis Home is a non-profit and I thought it was okay. They still offered bingo and things like that but hey didn't have a way for my mother to go out to lunch to the store or anything like that. They...
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
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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
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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.

Cost of independent living in Bensley, VA

The average cost of senior living in Bensley is $3,899 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,547 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bensley, VA vs. nearby cities

Bensley, VA
$3,899/mo
$3,939/mo
$3,901/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bensley, VA vs. the state and national average

Bensley, VA
$3,899/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bensley vs. other types of senior living

$5,011/mo
Independent Living
$3,899/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Bensley, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,455/mo
Studio
$4,511/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,663/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,134/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bensley over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bensley

Recent reviews for independent living in Bensley

Brookdale Midlothian

5.0
I would say it has been overall a very positive experience for my uncle and I would choose it again after him being there for a few months now.

Legacy at Imperial Village in Richmond, VA

4.9
My family doesn't have any problems with the community they like because I like living here . Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend the Legacy at Imperial Village community to other families.

Guardian Place in Richmond, VA

5.0
We recently moved to Richmond. Guardian has been wonderful for our Mom. She is very happy there. Caring management and fast friendly attention to unavoidable maintenance.

Bensley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bensley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bensley, 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 Bensley 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 Bensley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bensley, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bensley 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 Bensley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bensley, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
11.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bensley 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 Bensley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bensley, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
25.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
27.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
23.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.6%
46.1%
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Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and Aspire at West End are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bensley, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 43 independent living facilities near Bensley, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Bensley, Virginia are Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and The Westmont at Short Pump Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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