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I had an opportunity to talk with someone the other day who was touring, and I told her I love it here and would recommend for anybody to come here. She should pack up her things and move right in! My...
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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 Guardian Place is a senior housing community offering studio apartments and one and two bedroom apartment homes for active seniors in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia. Richmond is a town rife with American history and tradition. The stunning architecture, museums, and cobblestone streets...
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We have been very pleased with everyone. They have been very accommodating to my aunts needs. We are just real pleased. I would recommend The Hermitage. The facility is very clean. The staff is very friendly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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 Hermitage is an assisted living residence in historic Richmond, Virginia. It is conveniently located just off I-64 and is near Joseph Bryan Park. The Science Museum of Virginia is located a couple of miles to the south of The Hermitage. The residence sits on an expansive lawn with lilac...
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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.
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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.
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.
Take a look at the latest in senior apartment living in Fredericksburg. English Oaks offers cottage style apartments for seniors 55+. One and two-bedroom options are available accompanied by kitchens with the newest appliances, roomy closets and a patio. The one-story, residential design with...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Enjoy carefree retirement living at The Arbors, an affordable senior apartment community for seniors 62 and better. This community boasts an excellent location near stores, churches, a senior center and two major hospitals. The city bus stops right in front and retail stores are within walking...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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 ParkwoodThe Parkwood is a caring assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Richmond, VA their home. This community is located in a city that is rich in its history. Richmond offers much to do and see, including the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy,...
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The Atlantic at Charter Colony is set in the heart of Midlothian, Chesterfield County, VA and is considered to be one of Virginia's best 55+ senior independent housing communities. Our tight-knit community is located just a few minutes from a wide variety of shops and entertainment possibilities,...
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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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Monument AvenueSubhead: Senior Living in Richmond, VA“We Listen, We Love, We Care, We Serve.” Those are the words that stand behind the promise wemake to both you and your family every day at Commonwealth Senior Living at Monument Avenue.Located in the heart 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.
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Essene Inc. is a state licensed home for adults nestled on 14 acres of beautiful rolling hills covered in large oak trees with a 1 mile walking trail. Essene is located in a crime free area with a back to nature ambiance. Offering naturally grown food and pollutant free Artesian well water. We...
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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: 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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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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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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.
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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.
A welcoming atmosphere fills the hallways, dining room, and other areas as residents of Culpeper Baptist Retirement Community enjoy numerous programs and offerings that cater to their individual wellness, social, intellectual and spiritual needs.  Residents enjoy living in comfortable...

Cost of independent living in Buckner, VA

The average cost of senior living in Buckner is $4,096 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fredericksburg, VA with an average of $3,440 per month.

Independent living costs in Buckner, VA, vs. nearby cities

Buckner, VA
$4,096/mo
$4,169/mo

Independent living costs in Buckner, VA, vs. state and national averages

Buckner, VA
$4,096/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Buckner, VA, vs. other senior living options

$4,995/mo
Independent Living
$4,096/mo

Independent living costs in Buckner, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,775/mo
Studio
$5,445/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,296/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,515/mo

Senior living costs in Buckner 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: Buckner, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuckner, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,096/mo$4,385/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$4,995/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,995/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Buckner, VA:$4,096/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Buckner, VA:$4,995/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Buckner, VA:$4,995/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Buckner, VA, over time

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

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Independent living cost trends in Buckner, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Buckner 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
Buckner, VA$3,522/mo$3,237/mo+8.8%
Virginia$3,625/mo$3,360/mo+7.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Buckner, VA
2024 average cost:$3,522/mo
2023 average cost:$3,237/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,625/mo
2023 average cost:$3,360/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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.

What families are saying about independent living in Buckner

Recent reviews for independent living in Buckner

Shalom Parkside Senior Living in Richmond, VA

4.5
It's a fine place and they lots of activities and I like living there. I would definitely recommend this community to others

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.

Essex House in Tappahannock, VA

5.0
I moved my mother to Essex house in the beginning of October 2016 and have been very pleased with the service provided my mother. They have done everything in their power to make her stay comfortable. Due to the location, it has been easier for family to visit.

Buckner independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buckner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buckner, 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 Buckner 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 Buckner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Buckner 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 Buckner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buckner, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buckner 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 Buckner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buckner, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.8%
47%
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