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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Smyth County, VA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Smyth County 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 Smyth County. 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 39 independent living facilities in Smyth County, 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 Marion, Damascus and Tazewell.
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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
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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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I like knowing that my mom is happy at this caring community. We like that she is living. in a clean community. The meals are amazing and a great variety for her to choose from. The suite she has and she...
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.
Oakmont at Gordon Park is a dream of three local life long friends, J.J. Gillenwater, Blair Jones and Jeff Tickle who were each born and raised in Bristol. While searching for options for their own families these three gentleman saw the need for a new community with a new vision of enriched...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
GlenWood Park Retirement Village is a continuing care retirement community established in southern West Virginia in 1968 by the West Virginia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. Our ecumenical program includes independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care on a 50-acre...
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.
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.
At Pulaski Retirement Community, you can experience the peace of mind that comes with retirement living in a friendly small town atmosphere. Enjoy fine country living, beautiful views and quiet nights in the heart of Virginia’s New River Valley. All complemented by a carefree, active lifestyle...
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Cost of independent living in Smyth County, VA
The average cost of senior living in Smyth County is $5,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,161 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Smyth County, VA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Smyth County, VA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Smyth County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Smyth County, VA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Smyth County
Recent reviews for independent living in Smyth County
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff
4.6
My Mother had spent a lot of time at this facility, and she passed on to Heaven here, Mom seemed to like it, and enjoyed her time there, I have several pictures of her at the facility, Celebrating her Birthday, Christmases and other Holidays, and she Always had a Big Smile on her face, and ...
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Brookdale Bristol
5.0
Our experience with Brookdale Bristol was a very positive one! The facility is clean and well kept, and the people are very friendly. I saw a few communities in the area and Brookdale really impressed me with their activities program. They're definitely worth a look if you're looking into senior ...
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Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living in Boone, NC
4.4
We absolutely love the staff and how they take care of Dad. However, we have not been pleased with the food. The cooking staff has changed multiple times since he moved there. We have also noticed that his room is clean on the surface but not in "unseen" places like under the beds. We also ...
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Smyth County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smyth County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smyth County, 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 Smyth County 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 Smyth County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smyth County, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Smyth County 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 Smyth County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smyth County, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smyth County 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 Smyth County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smyth County, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
29%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
32.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
25.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.3%
46.1%
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Brookdale Bristol, American House Bristol and Dogwood Crossing are the top-rated independent living facilities near Smyth County, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Smyth County, Virginia. See the full list.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Smyth County
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