About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2026 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2026 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2026 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Awards
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review
(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
Senior Living Home

10 Best Independent Living Communities in Jamaica, VA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If you’re looking for independent living in the Jamaica area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Jamaica. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 135 independent living facilities in Jamaica, 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 Gloucester, Tappahannock and Tidewater.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Gloucester, Tappahannock and Tidewater.

ShortCode tests:
top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Verena at The Reserve, Verena at the Glen and The Compass at Springdale Park
zipAveragecost: $3,815

Jamaica Independent Living Facilities | 2679 Reviews

Showing 116 communities
Last Updated: 4/17/26
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Dominion Village at Poquoson
55 Photos available
5 star
40%
4 star
27%
3 star
20%
2 star
0%
1 star
13%
See all reviews
The ratio between residence and staff is very good. There spend alot of time with the residence. The staff is friendly and easy to work with and my loved one is well taken care of. I would recommend this...
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.
Welcome to Dominion Village of Poquoson, a Five Star Senior Living community! We have created a small neighborhood where staff have the unique opportunity to develop relationships with each resident and family. We foster independence in a happy environment and strive to create a home-like...
Photo of RAH Winthrop Manor ALF
44 Photos available
5 star
25%
4 star
25%
3 star
25%
2 star
25%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Love Winthrop Manor! Compared to other places I have looked at Winthrop gets a 5 Star Rating! The Rooms are well appointed and the Staff is Professional and Friendly. Everyday things that I couldn't do...
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.
Winthrop Manor is an assisted living community in the historic city of Richmond, VA. Our community is located in a fully-renovated former elementary school that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Richmond is home to countless attractions, unique restaurants and inviting shops,...
Photo of The Arbors
66 Photos available
5 star
60%
4 star
20%
3 star
10%
2 star
10%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The community is neat and clean, and the staff the very friendly and helpful. I would like to see a better variety of activities available for the residents. I would recommend this community to others...
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.
Residents at The Arbors enjoy contemporary, maintenance-free apartment living coupled with support services and personal assistance, should they be needed. The residence is secure, staffed by professionals and offers a choice of services such as housekeeping, dining and transportation, which can...
Photo of Acclaim at Carriage Hill
3434 Photos available
2121 Floor plans available
3.0
Review score
11 reviews
3.0
Review score
11 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
0%
3 star
27%
2 star
18%
1 star
9%
See all reviews
We chose Acclaim at Carriage Hill because it was the most affordable. Although the price is still a little high. I would recommend them to others.
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.
Newly Renovated Apartments and Amenities! 1 Bedrooms starting at $1345; 2 Bedrooms starting at $1530; 3 Bedrooms starting at $1865.Experience a community that is centered around quality of life, serene atmosphere and community events for this stage in life. As a marquee destination for active...
See details
Photo of Elizabeth House Assisted Living
11 Photo available
6.0
Review score
9 reviews
6.0
Review score
9 reviews
5 star
22%
4 star
11%
3 star
22%
2 star
22%
1 star
23%
See all reviews
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
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.
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...
See details
Photo of Golden Years Assisted Living
22 Photos available
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
staff was great and very friendly to me and my family .I would like to say thank you for the nurses that work there and doing a great job with the patients.
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.
Photo of Spring Arbor of Richmond
1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
5 star
36%
4 star
55%
3 star
0%
2 star
9%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
They have activities available for the residents. My love one is always dressed/clean, and eats good. The place, and common area always looks clean. We picked this community because it was all on one level,...
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.
HHHunt is accepting reservations for its new Spring Arbor Assisted Living Community scheduled to open in September 2004. Like similar communities by HHHunt (a leader in real estate development throughout Carolinas, Tennessee and Virginia) Spring Arbor of Richmond features exceptionally large one...
See details
Photo of Dunlop House
9.2
Review score
24 reviews
9.2
Review score
24 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
42%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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
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.
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...
See details
Photo of St. Francis Home
8.0
Review score
4 reviews
8.0
Review score
4 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The facility is very nice and undergoing some renovations. The staff is very friendly and responsive. I would definitely recommend it.
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.
Photo of Bay Aging
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
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.
Photo of Essex House
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
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: 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: 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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
Photo of Hall's Care Homes LLC
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.
Photo of Rita Heavenly Adult Care
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.
Photo of The Hamilton Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Covenant Columns
1818 Photos available
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.
See details
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.
1.0
Review score
4 reviews
1.0
Review score
4 reviews
5 star
25%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
25%
See all reviews
It has been overall positive. We picked this community because it was the only option, and it was affordable. I would recommend to others.
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.
Welcome home to Lexington Park Adult Community. We are an affordable apartment community for senior' 55 years of age and older. Our community consists of 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom 1 baths, and 2 bedroom 2 baths apartment units. Whether you want to take a swim in our indoor heated pool or just relax...
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
67%
1 star
33%
See all reviews
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.
Photo of Fairmount House
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.
Photo of Brook Haven Rest Home
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.
Photo of Shockoe Hill Apartments
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.

Cost of independent living in Jamaica, VA

The average cost of senior living in Jamaica is $3,815 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $2,975 per month.

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

Jamaica, VA
$3,815/mo
$3,973/mo

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

Jamaica, VA
$3,815/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

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

$4,843/mo
Independent Living
$3,815/mo

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

Studio
$2,843/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,169/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,057/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,280/mo

Senior living costs in Jamaica 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: Jamaica, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJamaica, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,815/mo$4,391/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$4,778/mo$5,218/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,843/mo$5,223/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Jamaica, VA:$3,815/mo
Virginia:$4,391/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Jamaica, VA:$4,778/mo
Virginia:$5,218/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Jamaica, VA:$4,843/mo
Virginia:$5,223/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Independent living costs in Jamaica, VA, over time

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

Jamaica, VAVA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Jamaica, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Jamaica 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
Jamaica, VA$3,242/mo$2,971/mo+9.1%
Virginia$3,578/mo$3,373/mo+6.1%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Jamaica, VA
2024 average cost:$3,242/mo
2023 average cost:$2,971/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
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%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

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 Jamaica

Recent reviews for independent living in Jamaica

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
Read more

Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

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.

Jamaica independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jamaica independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jamaica, 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 Jamaica 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 Jamaica partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jamaica, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.9%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
32.8%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.3%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.5%
7.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Jamaica 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 Jamaica communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jamaica, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.8%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
30.2%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
17.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Jamaica 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 Jamaica offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jamaica, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
43.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.6%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.2%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.6%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
37.1%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.9%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.1%
46.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Verena at The Reserve, Verena at the Glen and The Compass at Springdale Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jamaica, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 135 independent living facilities near Jamaica, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Jamaica, 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.
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top