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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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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
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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My loved one lived here for five years. He was so happy living here. The staff is loving and kind. There are activities and trips that the residents enjoy. The staff is helpful in finding additional help if...
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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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On Saturday [date removed] I was privileged to attend the Mothers day party for the patience at the facility. We had an awesome lunch and activities. [name removed] the Activities Director done super job as...
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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.
    Bradford Village East is located in historic Kernersville in the heart of the Triad.  Our mission is to create a safe, comfortable, secure, home-like environment for the residents as well as the families of those with whom we have been entrusted.  We believe in...
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We do know they offered plenty of activities, and we chose this community for the convenience and location. The unfortunate thing we experienced, was once one of the nurses got mad at you, all the other...
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.
Located in the heart of Kernersville, Bradford Place is an independent living, retirement community for 55 years and older individuals.  We offer 2 meals per day delivered to your door, maintenance, weekly housekeeping, Lifeline, and utilities (telephone and cable would be extra).  All appliances...
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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.
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.
Twelve Oaks is a senior living community located in Mt.Airy, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Twelve Oaks we provide assisted living and Alzheimer's care. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping...
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Moving mom from NY to NC at 80 years old has many challenges. A place for mom made finding the right and affordable place the easiest part. Gateway place Apartments has a great community lifestyle. 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.
One thing that we like to do for people when they visit Gateway Place Apartments is to help them make a well–informed decision about their new home. Perhaps I can help you make an informed decision by telling you why most of our residents choose Gateway Place Apartments.Residents chose Gateway...
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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: 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.
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My father in law was here for two weeks to do some therapy services after a fall at his house. He enjoyed getting to know the staff and he made a few friends to. The building could use some cosmetic updates...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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 Preston, VA

The average cost of senior living in Preston is $3,951 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hurt, VA with an average of $2,969 per month.

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

Preston, VA
$3,951/mo
$3,994/mo

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

Preston, VA
$3,951/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,917/mo
Independent Living
$3,951/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,696/mo
Studio
$5,032/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,003/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,436/mo

Senior living costs in Preston 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: Preston, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typePreston, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,951/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,917/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,917/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Preston, VA:$3,951/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Preston, VA:$3,917/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Preston, VA:$3,917/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Preston, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Preston 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
Preston, VA$3,053/mo$3,026/mo+0.9%
Virginia$3,578/mo$3,358/mo+6.6%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Preston, VA
2024 average cost:$3,053/mo
2023 average cost:$3,026/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,578/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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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 Preston

Recent reviews for independent living in Preston

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Eden, NC

5.0
Bayberry Retirement Inn has been a great fit for my friend so far. We chose this community for its closeness and convenience. The facility itself is really nice. The staff are very friendly, and the meals are very good. My friend found the portion sizes to be too small, but when she mentioned ...
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Spring Oak at Christiansburg

5.0
1. community has been remodeled and updated. which is a plus! 2. staff goes over and above when visiting and communicating by mail. 3. love seeing my mom loved and cared for by staff. 4. new administrator has made a great plus to the community. 5. staff is wonderful! [name removed] is a ...
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The Oaks of Alamance in Burlington, NC

4.4
I would recommend this community to others. If there is no follow up by phone Dustin takes care of the issues and then will sometimes follow ups via email.

Preston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Preston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Preston, 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 Preston 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 Preston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Preston, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Preston 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 Preston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Preston, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Preston 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 Preston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Preston, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
29.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.8%
47%
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