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Photo of Heritage Green and Daybreak
55 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
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74 reviews
9.6
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74 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
15%
3 star
7%
2 star
4%
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1%
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My friend has been in Memory Care for 7 years. She has been treated with respect. The staff seems to care about the residents. They even hug us!
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.
Growing a tradition of care! Heritage Green Assisted Living Community is a beautifully designed, single story building that caters to seniors that require assistance with activities of daily living but do not need skilled health care services. This 48-unit, 64 bed Assisted Living Community shares...
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Photo of Bentley Commons at Lynchburg
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.1
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31 reviews
8.1
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31 reviews
5 star
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32%
3 star
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2 star
6%
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From start to today, everything has been a good experience. Staff is friendly all the time and so willing to help. Bentley Commons offers individual apartments, daily activities and an overwhelming sense of...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Mission Bentley Commons at Lynchburg is dedicated to providing a lifestyle that enhances the quality of each resident's life and creates an environment in which your loved ones receive the love and care he/she needs. Description Located in one of the most charming communities in the state of...
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Photo of The Elms of Lynchburg
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The care at this community. The staff are outstanding. The menu is very good with a nice variety of healthy meals. They do have activities that she is active with the other residents, but we would like to...
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.
The Elms of Lynchburg is an established assisted living serving seniors in a quaint one level campus. If you are looking for a community that is more than a place to rent a room, this is where you want to be. At The Elms, we are not just a facility, we are a home. The passion and compassion that...
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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I would tell others that the individual living spaces/units do not have the ability to control the room temperature. You have to be ok with it being either too hot or too cold. My loved one is also on a...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of independent living in Elon, VA

The average cost of senior living in Elon is $3,503 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,093 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elon, VA vs. nearby cities

Elon, VA
$3,503/mo
$3,100/mo
$2,912/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elon, VA vs. the state and national average

Elon, VA
$3,503/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elon vs. other types of senior living

$4,159/mo
Independent Living
$3,503/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Elon, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,950/mo
Studio
$5,150/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,325/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,925/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Elon

Recent reviews for independent living in Elon

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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Runk and Pratt at Liberty Ridge in Lynchburg, VA

4.4
My mom always comments about how helpful and friendly the staff are, they are just exceptional and bend over backwards. She never hesitates to ask for help because they are always so willing to help. The facility is in a beautiful setting, it is up on a mountain top with great views. We really ...
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Runk and Pratt at Leesville Road in Lynchburg, VA

5.0
My grandfather lives here, and we have been pleased from the start. Everyone is super friendly and attentive, and the building is very clean. [name removed] has been amazing and is always available when we have questions.

Elon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elon, 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 Elon 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 Elon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elon, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elon 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 Elon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elon, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elon 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 Elon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elon, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
27.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Green and Daybreak, Spring Oak at Bedford and Carriage Hill Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elon, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Elon, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Elon, Virginia is Runk and Pratt at Leesville Road. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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