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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Virginia is $4,048, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Drakes Branch area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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I have been living at Whitmore for 7+ months. I am using as much of my furniture as I could make room for. All the staff are very happy & pleasant. Each is eager to help with your needs. We have cooks for...
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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.
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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 support you need, with the independence you want.Brand new Coventry House Inn of Oxford takes advantage of what the nearby community has to offer and provides a beautiful, safe, and enjoyable place for all residents to get the most out of each day. Quality retirement living has never been so...
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Cost of independent living in Drakes Branch, VA

The average cost of senior living in Virginia is $4,048 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Virginia vs. 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 state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeVirginiaU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$4,048/mo$3,520/mo15.0% above national median
Assisted Living$6,344/mo$5,830/mo8.8% above national median
Memory Care$7,372/mo$6,999/mo5.3% above national median
Independent Living
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:15.0% above national median
Assisted Living
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:8.8% above national median
Memory Care
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.3% above national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Drakes Branch

Recent reviews for independent living in Drakes Branch

The Fields of Heritage Green in Lynchburg, VA

4.8
My Mom moved into Heritage Green Assisted Living in January, 2019 and has been very satisfied there. I have been very impressed with the staff and how they care for the residents. There is always some type of activity going on that Mom can participate in to keep herself occupied. The facility is ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston

4.0
This is a great place! Commonwealth is very clean and the staff is friendly. There are lots of activities that were offered, some of which my father participated in, such as family movie nights that happen once a month, bible studies and different outings. I would recommend Commonwealth!

Bentley Commons at Lynchburg

4.3
We chose this facility because it was clean and it had people who cared with nice programs. It looked like a really good fit for my friend. The room sizes are adequate, so it is great for what she needs. She brags on the food all the time, she really likes it. The residents have several options ...
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Drakes Branch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Drakes Branch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Drakes Branch, 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 Drakes Branch 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 Drakes Branch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Drakes Branch, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.7%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.6%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.1%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.5%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Drakes Branch 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 Drakes Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Drakes Branch, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.8%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.6%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Drakes Branch 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 Drakes Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Drakes Branch, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.3%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.9%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.1%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.8%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.5%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.2%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.8%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.7%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
49.9%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
45.9%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.5%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Green and Daybreak, Runk and Pratt at Liberty Ridge and Hickory Hill Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Drakes Branch, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 27 independent living facilities near Drakes Branch, Virginia. See the full list.
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The best independent living facility near you in Drakes Branch, Virginia is Heritage Green and Daybreak. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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