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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Farnham, VA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 53 independent living facilities in Farnham, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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zipAveragecost: $3,704

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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
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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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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Cost of independent living in Farnham, VA

The average cost of senior living in Farnham is $3,704 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Warsaw, VA with an average of $3,704 per month.

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

Farnham, VA
$3,704/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,013/mo
Independent Living
$3,704/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,269/mo
Studio
$2,647/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,876/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,184/mo

Senior living costs in Farnham 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: Farnham, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFarnham, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,704/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,203/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,013/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Farnham, VA:$3,704/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Farnham, VA:$6,203/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Farnham, VA:$7,013/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Farnham, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Farnham 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.

Farnham, VAVA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Farnham, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Farnham 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 average 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
Farnham, VA$3,235/mo$3,231/mo+0.1%
Virginia$3,651/mo$3,608/mo+1.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Farnham, VA
2024 average cost:$3,235/mo
2023 average cost:$3,231/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,651/mo
2023 average cost:$3,608/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Farnham

Recent reviews for independent living in Farnham

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.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House

5.0
They are friendly and always willing to help. The staff is always there to help and answer questions. The facility is always clean.

Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore in Onancock, VA

5.0
I've found the staff to be very attentive to my sister and, she has been adjusting very well to her new surroundings. I was familiar with the facility when it was The Heritage. I actually think this is the best facility in the area. I would absolutely recommend Commonwealth to others looking.

Farnham independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Farnham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Farnham, 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 Farnham 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 Farnham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Farnham, 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 Farnham 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 Farnham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Farnham, 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 Farnham 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 Farnham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Farnham, 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

Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham, Verena at The Reserve and Verena at the Glen are the top-rated independent living facilities near Farnham, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 53 independent living facilities near Farnham, Virginia. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Farnham, 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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