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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bula, VA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Bula 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 Bula. 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 10 independent living facilities in Bula, 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 Powhatan, Short Pump and Goochland.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Powhatan, Short Pump and Goochland.
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Overall, our experience at Westmont has actually been very positive. When our father transferred to a memory care unit, we initially did not think that that was a great idea. Very soon we realized that we...
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 Westmont at Short PumpSurrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and small-town charm in Glen Allen, Virginia, The Westmont at Short Pump stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Fredericksburg, our senior housing offers a...
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31 reviews
Overall we are very pleased with the quality of care and the smooth transition for [name removed]. We appreciate so much the assistance we have received from A Place For Mom.
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.
Located in a lovely residential neighborhood in the West End of Richmond. We are near premiere shopping, dining, hotels, interstates, hospitals and medical services. Our range of services extends from respite care to traditional assisted living services such as bathing, dressing, and medication...
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69 reviews
My dad is in memory care and I’ve found the stuff to be very caring and attentive. My dad’s laundry, room and hygiene are looked after and the staff keeps me updated. If I have any negatives to report...
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.
Located in the charming West End of Richmond, Tuckahoe Senior Living offers the very best in personalized care. Our community specializes in assisted living for those who may need help with everyday activities, as well as memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other forms of...
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My mother has been in the Amerisist of Louisa since May. The facility is clean and the staff is very friendly. The facility has an overall "homey" feel. There are not a lot of level one care residents, so it...
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.
Spring Oak at Louisa always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents.Residents always have options when they’re looking for something fun and exciting to do outside of the community. Our community is filled with people just like you. Our residents rest easy knowing that...
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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.
Congratulations! You’ve come a long way, but you have more goals to set, more passions to pursue, and more dreams to realize. Let us be the first to welcome you to the best part of your active adult life, Everleigh Short Pump. Everleigh Short Pump is a haven for 55+ active adult living located...
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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.
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...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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 independent living in Bula, VA
The average cost of senior living in Bula is $3,758 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hampden-Sydney, VA with an average of $3,474 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bula, VA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bula, VA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Bula
Recent reviews for independent living in Bula
The Westmont at Short Pump Community in Glen Allen, VA
5.0
My family member at Westmont is loving it. They are always participating in activities and she loves that the bus takes her to fun outings as well as doc appts. A very neat community.
Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe in Richmond, VA
4.8
My dad is in memory care and I’ve found the stuff to be very caring and attentive. My dad’s laundry, room and hygiene are looked after and the staff keeps me updated.
If I have any negatives to report they would be 1. no walk-in shower with seat. 2. The cabinets and faucet in the little ...
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Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond
5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond and everything has been great for her at this facility so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great! The staff, care service, value for cost and meals are all great as well! I would recommend Blue Ridge Senior ...
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Bula independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bula independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bula, 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 Bula 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 Bula partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bula, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bula 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 Bula communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bula, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bula 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 Bula offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bula, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Westmont at Short Pump Community, Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond and Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bula, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Bula, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bula, Virginia are The Westmont at Short Pump Community and Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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