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10 Best Nursing Homes in Blackford, VA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Blackford nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Blackford, VA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Blackford or another care type is right for you. Browse 89 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Blackford.

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Blackford

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The Blake at Kingsport

5.0
The staff is very helpful and friendly. They are very good about communicating with the family about your loved one, and you can call and ask about them any time. The move-in process is smooth, but be ready to produce documents like Medicaid info, living will, driver's license, etc. The meals ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon

5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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English Meadows Abingdon Campus

4.8
Excellent staff. Very caring people. They go out of their way to involve residents in activities. Those Residents who are able have the option of taking local trips to Barter, etc Good location next to hospital. Very clean facility Meals are good. I always felt my mother was safe and ...
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Blackford nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blackford nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blackford, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Blackford nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Blackford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Blackford, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.3%
10.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.4%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.4%
24.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.1%
10.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.6%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.4%
20.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
7.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.1%
19.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Blackford nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Blackford Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blackford, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.1%
4.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
6.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blackford nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Blackford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blackford, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
21.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.5%
3.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Blackford nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Blackford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blackford, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
25.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blackford nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Blackford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blackford, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.2%
7.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
7.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
0.3%
Live performances
Live performances
31.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
0.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
0.4%
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