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zipAveragecost: $4,120

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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.
Thank you for taking the time to acquaint yourself with Living Waters Assisted Living, Fishersville, Va.  Living Waters offers personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, thoughtfully designed, safe and secure setting - the perfect choice...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Shenandoah Assisted living is in the heart of Teaverton a residential neighborhood in Fishersville Virginia. Shenandoah's Assisted living was added onto our Skilled Rehab and Nursing home in 2005 with 24 Private rooms. The original building was built in 1992. The Assisted Living has a private...
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Cost of independent living in Stearnes, VA

The average cost of senior living in Stearnes is $4,120 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Appomattox, VA with an average of $2,943 per month.

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

Stearnes, VA
$4,120/mo
$4,265/mo

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

Stearnes, VA
$4,120/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

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

$5,037/mo
Independent Living
$4,120/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,734/mo
Studio
$5,404/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,219/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,519/mo

Senior living costs in Stearnes 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: Stearnes, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStearnes, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,120/mo$4,385/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$5,000/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,037/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Stearnes, VA:$4,120/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Stearnes, VA:$5,000/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Stearnes, VA:$5,037/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Stearnes, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Stearnes 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
Stearnes, VA$3,384/mo$3,013/mo+12.3%
Virginia$3,625/mo$3,360/mo+7.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Stearnes, VA
2024 average cost:$3,384/mo
2023 average cost:$3,013/mo
Percent change:+12.3%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,625/mo
2023 average cost:$3,360/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Stearnes

Recent reviews for independent living in Stearnes

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. Throughout the reviews, the kindness and attentiveness of staff members are frequently mentioned. At Aspire at West End, they are praised for their friendly demeanor and for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. At The Barrington at Hioaks, the staff are described as dedicated and always ...
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Variety of activities. Residents appreciate the wide range of activities offered at their communities. At Elance at Tuckahoe, there are options for games, social events, and educational programs. At The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living, residents enjoy bingo, card games, and exercise cla ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At Discovery Village at the West End, the apartments are described as nice and the staff are commended for their efforts to maintain the buildings. At Everleigh Short Pump, residents express appreciation for the beaut ...
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Supportive and responsive management. Residents and their families value the support and responsiveness of their community's management teams. At Holiday Dogwood Terrace, the staff are commended for their promptness in addressing concerns and for their overall approachability. At Elance at Tuckahoe, the management team is praised ...
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Engaging social environment. Many reviews mention the social aspect of their communities, with residents making new friends and feeling a sense of belonging. At The Barrington at Hioaks, residents praise the welcoming atmosphere and the opportunity to connect with others. At The Westmont at Short Pump Community, the com ...
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Individualized care. Several reviews highlight the importance of individualized care and attention. At Heritage Oaks, the staff are commended for their thoughtfulness and ability to accommodate residents' unique needs. At Chesterfield Heights, the caring and compassionate approach of the staff is a major draw fo ...
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Stearnes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stearnes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stearnes, 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 Stearnes 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 Stearnes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stearnes, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Stearnes 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 Stearnes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stearnes, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stearnes 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 Stearnes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stearnes, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
46.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
32.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.5%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Verena at the Glen, Heritage Green and The Compass at Springdale Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stearnes, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 150 independent living facilities near Stearnes, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Stearnes, Virginia is Aspire at West End. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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