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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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We chose The Atlantic at Twin Hickory Glen because of the price and availability. The apartments here are good size. It is in a very nice area with a lot of convenient things near by such as shopping,...
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.
Here at The Atlantic at Twin Hickory we offer distinctive retirement living in a great location.  Just minutes from Short Pump Mall, you are located in the Heartbeat of Glen Allen.  We have one bedroom with one bath apartments, and also two bedroom with two bath apartments...
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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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St. Francis Home is a non-profit and I thought it was okay. They still offered bingo and things like that but hey didn't have a way for my mother to go out to lunch to the store or anything like that. They...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Ethel, VA

The average cost of senior living in Ethel is $3,640 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $2,975 per month.

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

Ethel, VA
$3,640/mo
$3,820/mo

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

Ethel, VA
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,879/mo
Independent Living
$3,640/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,795/mo
Studio
$5,452/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,035/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,648/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,280/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Ethel over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Ethel

Recent reviews for independent living in Ethel

Spring Arbor of Williamsburg

4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.

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.

Victoria Park in Woodbridge, VA

3.8
Management Staff is very professional and patient...much experience in senior needs and challenges. Maintenance request and response have been on point. Although, desire that the maintenance department be more focused in repairs so as to avoid repetition of the same job. Desire that parking be ...
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Ethel independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ethel independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ethel, 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 Ethel 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 Ethel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ethel, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ethel 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 Ethel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ethel, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ethel 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 Ethel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ethel, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
31.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.2%
46.1%
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Verena at The Reserve, Jubilation and Southwinds 2 are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ethel, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 121 independent living facilities near Ethel, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Ethel, Virginia is Verena at The Reserve. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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