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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Edgar, VA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 162 independent living facilities in Edgar, 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 Stonewall Court, Willow Lawn and Westhampton.
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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.
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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.
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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 Oaks Apartments offer senior housing to people 55 and older in scenic Triangle, Prince William County, Virginia. We are located in a quiet and wooded part of Northern Virginia near the Quantico Marine Corps base, offering residents beautiful views of nature from the windows of each apartment....
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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 Edgar, VA

The average cost of senior living in Edgar is $3,870 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $2,975 per month.

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

Edgar, VA
$3,870/mo
$3,917/mo

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

Edgar, VA
$3,870/mo
U.S. national average
$4,022/mo

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

$4,852/mo
Independent Living
$3,870/mo

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

Studio
$2,968/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,226/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,193/mo

Senior living costs in Edgar 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: Edgar, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEdgar, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,870/mo$4,385/mo$4,022/mo
Assisted Living$4,783/mo$5,211/mo$4,564/mo
Memory Care$4,852/mo$5,216/mo$4,801/mo
Independent Living
Edgar, VA:$3,870/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
Assisted Living
Edgar, VA:$4,783/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Memory Care
Edgar, VA:$4,852/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
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Independent living costs in Edgar, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Edgar 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Edgar, VA$3,429/mo$3,237/mo+5.9%
Virginia$3,578/mo$3,373/mo+6.1%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Edgar, VA
2024 average cost:$3,429/mo
2023 average cost:$3,237/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,578/mo
2023 average cost:$3,373/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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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 Edgar

Recent reviews for independent living in Edgar

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.

Edgar independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Edgar independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Edgar, 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 Edgar 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 Edgar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Edgar, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.7%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
30.9%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.7%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Edgar 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 Edgar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Edgar, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.1%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
26.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Edgar 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 Edgar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Edgar, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.4%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.4%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
43.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
33.1%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.6%
46.9%
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Verena at The Reserve, Verena at the Glen and The Compass at Springdale Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Edgar, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 162 independent living facilities near Edgar, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Edgar, Virginia are Verena at The Reserve, Verena at the Glen and Heritage Green. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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