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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.
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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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Cost of independent living in River Road Hills, VA

The average cost of senior living in River Road Hills is $3,910 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,547 per month.

Independent living costs in River Road Hills, VA, vs. nearby cities

River Road Hills, VA
$3,910/mo
$3,922/mo
$3,963/mo

Independent living costs in River Road Hills, VA, vs. state and national averages

River Road Hills, VA
$3,910/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in River Road Hills, VA, vs. other senior living options

$4,987/mo
Independent Living
$3,910/mo

Independent living costs in River Road Hills, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,292/mo
Studio
$4,961/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,867/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,162/mo

Senior living costs in River Road Hills 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: River Road Hills, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiver Road Hills, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,910/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,879/mo$5,211/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,987/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
River Road Hills, VA:$3,910/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
River Road Hills, VA:$4,879/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
River Road Hills, VA:$4,987/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in River Road Hills, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in River Road Hills 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
River Road Hills, VA$3,253/mo$3,007/mo+8.2%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
River Road Hills, VA
2024 average cost:$3,253/mo
2023 average cost:$3,007/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
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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What families are saying about independent living in River Road Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in River Road Hills

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.

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

5.0
I have recommended it to a few!I looked at 6 different places for my dad. When I walked into Spring Arbor, I was greeted by staff who were happy and pleasant. Two staff members met in the hall to have a chat about whether a patient had actually bathed or not, left her info private but respected ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as at Aspire at West End, where residents and families express appreciation for the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff. The staff at Everleigh Short Pump are also commended for their dedicati ...
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Variety of activities and outings. A common theme in reviews is the wide range of activities and outings offered by communities, including movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. Residents at Discovery Village at the West End and Aspire at West End enjoy the social opportunities provided, and Heritage Oaks ment ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents of Holiday Dogwood Terrace and The Crossroads at Bon Air specifically noting the importance of this factor. The maintenance staff at Aspire at West End are also commended for their responsiveness and pr ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality meals and dining experiences are a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At The Barrington at Hioaks, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, while residents of Chesterfield Heights appreciate the top-notch variety and taste of the food. The dining ...
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Secure and safe living environment. Several reviews mention the sense of security and safety at their communities, such as The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, where residents feel assured by the safety measures in place. Another community, Legacy at Imperial Village, addresses concerns about safe ...
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Positive and supportive community atmosphere. Lastly, some reviews highlight the positive and supportive atmosphere at their communities. Residents at Verena at the Glen and Chesterfield Heights express gratitude for the warm and friendly interactions with their neighbors, while The Barrington at Hioaks mentions the sense of community ...
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River Road Hills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Road Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Road Hills, 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 River Road Hills 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 River Road Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Road Hills, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in River Road Hills 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 River Road Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
River Road Hills, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Road Hills 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 River Road Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
River Road Hills, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
50.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
49.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

August Health Care at Richmond, Sunrise of Richmond and The Compass at Springdale Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near River Road Hills, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 92 independent living facilities near River Road Hills, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in River Road Hills, Virginia is Aspire at West End. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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