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Lakewood Manor is a warm, friendly place that has the comfort and care of the residents first and foremost. Those we have talked with that have been here 17 plus years have nothing but positive comments...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
For over 35 years, our residents have enjoyed a wide variety of activities that have enhanced their quality of life. Lakewood Manor is a continuing care retirement community located in the West End of Henrico County. Lakewood is one of four retirement communities that is owned and operated by...
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I'am satisfied with my move to this community. So far everything has worked out very well for me since my move here. It is a nice community, and they do a great job with keeping the grounds, and the...
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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.
Madonna House is a serene home for the active 55 + in the historic district of Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania County, VA. As a safe senior housing and supportive moral atmosphere, the Madonna House provides crucial life skills, counseling and motivation to the seniors wishing to enjoy a lifestyle...
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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 Park at Ridgedale leaves nothing to be desired!Enjoy a renewed sense of freedom with maintenance free-living. Sit back and relax as you watch the evenings come to an end in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. For your convenience we are within walking distance of Martins grocery store and...
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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 Meadows at Salem Run, an affordable apartment community for seniors 62+, is minutes from downtown Fredericksburg and the historical attractions of the area: George Washington's birthplace, Chatam, Ferry Farm, Fredericksburg Battlefield, James Monroe Museum, Mary Washington College 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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? short-term help recuperating from an injury or illness? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer's disease? No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean,...
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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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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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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.
Take a look at the latest in senior apartment living in Fredericksburg. English Oaks offers cottage style apartments for seniors 55+. One and two-bedroom options are available accompanied by kitchens with the newest appliances, roomy closets and a patio. The one-story, residential design with...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in the heart of the revitalized Lusby, in Calvert County, you will find Southern Pines II Senior Apartments for ages 62+. These beautiful senior apartments are located in a superb location with nearby access to transportation, shopping, recreation and more.At Southern Pines II, designed...
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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 Atlantic at Charter Colony is set in the heart of Midlothian, Chesterfield County, VA and is considered to be one of Virginia's best 55+ senior independent housing communities. Our tight-knit community is located just a few minutes from a wide variety of shops and entertainment possibilities,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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.
Nestled in a quaint, private setting, Dunlop Farms Senior Apartment Community redefines active independent living for adults 55 and older. Two bedroom cottages are on one level and are clustered in courtyard neighborhoods. Residents enjoy a host of activities from raised gardening to potluck...
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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 Meade, VA

The average cost of senior living in Meade is $3,981 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $2,975 per month.

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

Meade, VA
$3,981/mo
$3,808/mo

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

Meade, VA
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$5,131/mo
Independent Living
$3,981/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,600/mo
Studio
$5,339/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,065/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,105/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,280/mo

Senior living costs in Meade vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Meade, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMeade, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,981/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,045/mo$5,211/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,131/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Meade, VA:$3,981/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Meade, VA:$5,045/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Meade, VA:$5,131/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Meade, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Meade 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
Meade, VA$3,545/mo$3,293/mo+7.7%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Meade, VA
2024 average cost:$3,545/mo
2023 average cost:$3,293/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 Meade

Recent reviews for independent living in Meade

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.

Meade independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Meade independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Meade, 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 Meade 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 Meade partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Meade, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Meade 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 Meade communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Meade, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Meade 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 Meade offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Meade, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
47.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
47%
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