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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Contra, VA

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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.
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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: 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.
Nestled in the heart of the revitalized Lusby, in Calvert County, you will find Southern Pines II Senior Apartments for ages 62+. These beautiful senior apartments are located in a superb location with nearby access to transportation, shopping, recreation and more.At Southern Pines II, designed...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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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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...
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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.
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...
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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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My mother has lived at Mennowood assisted living for 4 months. The staff did a very good job transitioning her into her new home. We are very happy that we found such a nice place for her to live. Every...
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.
At Mennowood Retirement Community, we pride ourselves on the comfortable and inviting atmosphere that seniors can come to expect here. Even if your elderly relative is suffering from different stages of dementia, we can help make sure that they receive the treatment they need. Our staff will be...
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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.
At Silver Hill, you will find everything that makes for a comfortable home. Besides a convenient location and quiet surroundings, you will enjoy friendly neighbors, planned social events and a caring, service oriented staff that knows how to attend to the special wishes of adults 55 and better. ...
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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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I would highly recommend this community to others based on my experience. The community is kept neat and clean, and the staff is very nice and helpful. The food looks good, and they have activities...
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.
Hughes Home is located in Fredericksburg, VA, an area that is rich in history and beauty. Those who choose to make this assisted living community their home will find that its location offers much to do and see. Those who are guests of the residents of this community will find that they have much...
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Cost of independent living in Contra, VA

The average cost of senior living in Contra is $3,944 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $2,975 per month.

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

Contra, VA
$3,944/mo
$3,808/mo

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

Contra, VA
$3,944/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,953/mo
Independent Living
$3,944/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,595/mo
Studio
$5,324/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,040/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,252/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,280/mo

Senior living costs in Contra 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: Contra, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeContra, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,944/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,887/mo$5,211/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,953/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Contra, VA:$3,944/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Contra, VA:$4,887/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Contra, VA:$4,953/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Contra, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Contra 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 Contra, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Contra 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
Contra, VA$3,398/mo$3,093/mo+9.8%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Contra, VA
2024 average cost:$3,398/mo
2023 average cost:$3,093/mo
Percent change:+9.8%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 Contra

Recent reviews for independent living in Contra

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

Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

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.

Contra independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Contra independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Contra, 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 Contra 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 Contra partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Contra, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Contra 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 Contra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Contra, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Contra 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 Contra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Contra, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.5%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Verena at The Reserve, Heritage Green and The Compass at Springdale Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Contra, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 160 independent living facilities near Contra, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Contra, Virginia are Verena at The Reserve and Aspire at West End. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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