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Photo of Verena at The ReserveCommunity card badge
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9.8
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46 reviews
9.8
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46 reviews
5 star
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I have been living here for 5 years and enjoy it very much. I have many friends and I like the activities that are offered. The residents are very friendly and the staff are very helpful.
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.
Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Verena at the Reserve!Nestled just minutes away from Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, our all-inclusive 55+ independent living community’s gourmet dining, social activities, and lush tree-filled grounds are sure to impress. Our all-inclusive...
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9.4
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62 reviews
9.4
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62 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
41%
3 star
5%
2 star
2%
1 star
5%
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
You’ll have enough room for a garden and a garden party.With more than a dozen floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able to find just the right pet-friendly apartment or cottage. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living...
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8.7
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30 reviews
8.7
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30 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
33%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
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It is great so far. The facility is clean, modern, well maintained and very pleasant. It seems like staff are engaged with the residents, always sitting with them and talking. As opposed to residents...
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.
Living at Charter Senior Living of Williamsburg is a place to discover, connect and celebrate. Our experienced, compassionate team, many of whom have been here for years, makes it their mission to really get to know residents – and their families – personally. It’s how we stay true to our mission...
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8.2
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37 reviews
8.2
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37 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
27%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
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11%
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Very nice facility and staff. My mom is quite happy there. The food was really good at first but it is now contracted out and so depending on who is cooking it varies. They have a good activities director...
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.
Dear Friends: Greenfield Senior Living's mission has long been to transform the senior living experience. When we began some ten years ago, we believed assisted living was something more than just providing a place for seniors to live. We created a place where choice and the experience of...
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8.1
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63 reviews
8.1
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63 reviews
5 star
75%
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14%
3 star
6%
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Overall, we have been very happy with Commonwealth from the time [name removed] (our advisor from A Place for Mom) recommended Commonwealth, [name removed], the sales rep, and most especially [name removed]...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Say goodbye to lawn care, painting, and repair projects, and say hello to engaging activities and social opportunities, chef-prepared meals, scheduled transportation, home services and more.At Commonwealth of Williamsburg you can relax and enjoy living in an active adult community unlike any...
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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.
About Virginia Greens in Williamsburg, VirginiaVirginia Greens Retirement is Williamsburg, Virginia’s premier independent living community. The community comprises 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three-bedroom suites, and a variety of floor...
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5.8
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26 reviews
5.8
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26 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
15%
3 star
8%
2 star
4%
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My mom is normally up and out of her room when I go. They give her regular showers and change her regularly. Always healthy snacks between meals. She did have one UTI since she's been there and ended up in...
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 Edgeworth Park at New Town, where residents feel right at home in the comfort and beauty of their private apartment. Assisted Living residents enjoy assistance with activities of daily living provided by a competent and compassionate staff, along with opportunities to make new friends...
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6.0
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9 reviews
6.0
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9 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
33%
3 star
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I would definitely give Spring Arbor an overall rating of 5. My mother-in-law loves her a Respite visits. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families! Their staff is great. They are considerate...
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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4 star
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Welcome to Colonial Manor at Williamsburg, a residential community where seniors can live life to its fullest. Enjoy your new lifestyle in a secure, intimate setting that creates a sense of close family and friends where maintenance and other cares are handled for you. And, where virtually all...
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Cost of independent living in Schenck Estates, VA

The average cost of senior living in Schenck Estates is $4,535 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cape Charles, VA with an average of $2,999 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Schenck Estates, VA vs. nearby cities

Schenck Estates, VA
$4,535/mo
$4,443/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Schenck Estates, VA vs. the state and national average

Schenck Estates, VA
$4,535/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Schenck Estates vs. other types of senior living

$5,207/mo
Independent Living
$4,535/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Schenck Estates, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,819/mo
Studio
$5,985/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,929/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,069/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,280/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Schenck Estates over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Schenck Estates

Recent reviews for independent living in Schenck Estates

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.

Spring Arbor of Williamsburg

4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.

Colonial Harbor in Yorktown, VA

4.1
I asked my mother-in-law and she stated that she liked the environment. She liked socializing with the other residents. The food definitely needs to be improved the activities were fine.

Schenck Estates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Schenck Estates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Schenck Estates, 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 Schenck Estates 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 Schenck Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Schenck Estates, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Schenck Estates 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 Schenck Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Schenck Estates, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
88.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
88.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Schenck Estates 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 Schenck Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Schenck Estates, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
77.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
77.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
88.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
88.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
77.8%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
77.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
88.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
88.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46.1%
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Verena at The Reserve, The Hidenwood Community and Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Schenck Estates, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Schenck Estates, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Schenck Estates, Virginia are Verena at The Reserve and The Hidenwood Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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