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Although it is a self pay facility, we love the fact that the rate is flat and never changes from $[removed] per month. The facility itself is wonderful. They serve 3 meals a day in the cafeteria, or you can...
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.
The decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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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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I've only been at the cross roads and Dunlop house and they are night and day. At the cross roads we would always find my parents in bed sleeping the day away, not going to have a meal and if they did go to...
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.
Located in Colonial Heights, Dunlop House has been honored as a Top Assisted Living Facility in Virginia by Assisted Living Today. Dunlop House specializes in both assisted living and Alzheimer's care for seniors. Since 1999 it has provided its residents with quality care and a rewarding...
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My Mother has lived here for 2 years and even though a new Ownership group came in (Hill Valley) they have made some welcome changes to enhance the community even more! I live near by (Far West End, Short...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Staff is very polite, attentive, happy, and respectful. Facility is well kept and clean though it could use a bit of updating.
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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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.
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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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.
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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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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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.
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.
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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.
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: 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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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...
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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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.
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.
Nestled in a quaint, private setting, Dunlop Farms Senior Apartment Community redefines active independent living for adults 55 and older. Two bedroom cottages are on one level and are clustered in courtyard neighborhoods. Residents enjoy a host of activities from raised gardening to potluck...
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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...
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
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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.

Cost of independent living in Earls, VA

The average cost of senior living in Earls is $3,823 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,547 per month.

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

Earls, VA
$3,823/mo
$3,704/mo

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

Earls, VA
$3,823/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

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

$4,691/mo
Independent Living
$3,823/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,418/mo
Studio
$5,150/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,988/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,162/mo

Senior living costs in Earls 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: Earls, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEarls, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,823/mo$4,385/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$4,604/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,691/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Earls, VA:$3,823/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Earls, VA:$4,604/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Earls, VA:$4,691/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Earls, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Earls 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
Earls, VA$3,245/mo$2,989/mo+8.6%
Virginia$3,625/mo$3,360/mo+7.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Earls, VA
2024 average cost:$3,245/mo
2023 average cost:$2,989/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Earls

Recent reviews for independent living in Earls

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.

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

5.0
I have recommended it to a few!I looked at 6 different places for my dad. When I walked into Spring Arbor, I was greeted by staff who were happy and pleasant. Two staff members met in the hall to have a chat about whether a patient had actually bathed or not, left her info private but respected ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of staff members at various communities, such as Aspire at West End and The Westmont at Short Pump Community, who go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and accommodated.
Variety of engaging activities. Activities are a key feature in many reviews, with residents and families praising the diverse offerings at communities like Legacy at Imperial Village, Aspire at West End, and The Barrington at Hioaks, which include arts and crafts, fitness classes, and social events.
Delicious and customized meals. Throughout the reviews, residents and their families consistently mention the excellent quality and variety of meals provided at communities, such as Aspire at West End, Chesterfield Heights, and The Barrington at Hioaks, where chefs cater to individual dietary restrictions and preferences ...
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Beautifully maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents of Discovery Village at the West End, The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, and The Barrington at Hioaks commenting on the well-maintained apartments and landscaped grounds.
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Residents of communities like The Westmont at Short Pump Community, Heritage Oaks, and Holiday Dogwood Terrace frequently mention the sense of belonging and camaraderie they feel among their neighbors and the friendly, inclusive environment at their community.
Accessible and convenient location. Several reviews mention the ease of access to shopping, health care, and transportation options at their community's location, with residents of The Crossroads at Bon Air, Elance at Tuckahoe, and Aspire at West End expressing appreciation for the convenience.
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Earls independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Earls independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Earls, 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 Earls 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 Earls partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Earls, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Earls 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 Earls communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Earls, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Earls 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 Earls offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Earls, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
31.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.8%
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