Assisted Living Communities in Mechanicsville, Virginia
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Mechanicsville, VA below include 88 Assisted Living facilities with 627 reviews. On average in Mechanicsville, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living in Mechanicsville, VA
"My guide was very informative and knowledgeable about my interests and concerns. He made the tour very accommodating and gave excellent examples of how a person would live in this fabulous environment...."
"Legacy at Imperial Village was one of my parents' first picks. What they liked about that was the remodeled rooms. They had granite countertops in the kitchen, and it just looked really nice and very modern. They liked the fact that they had their ow..."
"My father is now in August Healthcare at Richmond. It's been excellent. The facilities are very good. The facility is a little bit dated. They're just about to start a massive renovation, but the plans looked good. They've got excellent staff. They g..."
"My mom moved in. The staff seemed to pay good attention to the residents. They seem to have good programs for them. They seem to care about the patient...."
"The tour at Brandermill Woods was good. The salesperson was knowledgeable, and she showed us all the areas of the building. It's a much larger facility, and it's very clean, well-kept, and maintained. The facility itself is going to be in better cond..."
235 Dunlop Farms Boulevard, Colonial Heights, VA 23834
4.1
(7 reviews)
"Dunlop House is very comprehensive in the services that they offer. It is a lovely community, and it is close by. The only drawback is the expense; it is terribly expensive. The staff is very kind and attentive, and they seemed trained to be more han..."
"Great facilities for older adults.
Bright sunny rooms, great food, fun activities. And caring staff!!
My Mom's last 10 years were spent in a wonderful environment!!..."
"Colonial Heights was good. I was not impressed with the wards because they were too full. There were two patients to a small room, and they had to share a bathroom with two more patients. My husband had only been there like a week. He was put in with..."
"I liked Morningside in the West End. Their prices were very value-oriented. I liked their head nurse, she was very knowledgeable. The rooms were on the small side, but still had plenty of space. The dining area was well-kept and clean, with plenty of..."
"We liked God's Mercy LLC and they said they would work with us. Their price was not bad, and the facility looked good. It was a small facility, but it had a nice fenced-in yard where the residents could sit. They talked about serving fruits and veget..."
"My mom is already in an ALF at Metro Gardens. She likes this facility because it is close to her community where she grew up. We have her in there the end of June of last year. She was in a hospital prior to that and that hospital got her in that pla..."
"MAHOVA is a fabulous community for Masonic members. It's a quick drive to all the activities and arts and culture of Richmond, but in a quiet 90+ acre rural-feeling setting. The staff are really wonderful and committed to resident care...."
"I was in need of long term nursing care for my mom in March of 2017. I happened to find an article about Our Lady of Hope and it was a done deal. My initial impression of the facility and staff has only grown since my mom became a resident. The st..."
"Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond was a nice facility. Their prices were a little bit lower. The gym was more like a little fitness center for them to get some activity and to bring some of the seniors in there to do things. The staff were very ni..."
"I have been visiting Brighter Living seeing numerous friends for years. I want to say that the new administrator does an amazing job. She has made sure the building is spotless and is constantly on the floor checking on residents and making sure ev..."
"My mom is in Beth Sholom. We chose it because they are caring. They care for the elderly. They are compassionate for these people. They treat my mom better than the other place she has stayed. They have all kinds of activities. They are involved in e..."
"I have placed 6 out of catchment clients at this facility. One is completing her Associates Degree at a local community college, one is completing his GED, one is in a Peer Counselor program at RBHA, one is living independently. They have the best ..."
"My sister-in-law is at Lucy Corr. They have physical therapy on-site. In the area that she is in now, it is a double bedroom but spacious enough that everyone has their own privacy. They have a day room for any activities and a dining room where the ..."
14311 Brandermill Woods Trail, Midlothian, VA 23112
3.6
(5 reviews)
"My parents-in-law moved into Brandermill Woods. It's been fabulous. They pay very close attention to them. They're checking on them or, if they have difficulties, helping them out, the nurses come in and check on them. The apartment that they were in..."
"We have just completed the paperwork and approval for a relative. Although the paperwork is extensive and full of legal forms they provided help. The staff has been very helpful and cooperative. We all eat a lunch at the facility. The meal was si..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Mechanicsville, VA and Nearby Cities
Mechanicsville-area assisted living communities are about $401 a month more expensive than the national rate but still $349 less a month than the Virginia average of $5,250. Other Virginia cities are broadly competitive, with costs such as the $4,625 average for similar care in Lynchburg or $4,690 in Virginia Beach. Blacksburg and Roanoke, in the western part of the state, cost more. The former averages $5,595 a month and the latter $5,925.
Mechanicsville
$4,901
Virginia
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Lynchburg
$4,625
Virginia Beach
$4,690
Roanoke
$5,925
Blacksburg
$5,595
Paying for Assisted Living in Mechanicsville
The cost of assisted living in Mechanicsville averages $4,901 a month, but this varies with the location and amenities of the specific facility.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mechanicsville
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Mechanicsville, VA
Assisted living is just one type of senior care arrangement. Depending on a senior’s needs and budget, other types of care might work out better. For example, in-home care in Mechanicsville costs an average of $5,148, and home health services are $5,243. Adult day health services cost $1,712, or $3,189 less than assisted living in Mechanicsville. Semiprivate rooms in local nursing homes, at an average monthly cost of $8,654, cost significantly more than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$5,148
Home Health Care
$5,243
Adult Day Health Care
$1,712
Assisted Living
$4,901
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,654
Note:Data for Mechanicsville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Richmond, was used instead.
Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Mechanicsville
Seniors in Mechanicsville can contact several local and state resources for help with various issues. The resources listed in this table offer free and low-cost support for seniors who need assistance with nutrition, insurance, benefits and isolation.
Senior Connections is the Hanover County Area Agency on Aging, which aims to support independence among local seniors with a range of social services. Agency workers can help seniors find and apply for benefits, refer them to other agencies and help with appeals for benefits denials.
The Mechanicsville Senior Center is centrally located and offers a range of social supports for seniors at risk of isolation. Group events, trips to Washington, D.C., and congregate meals are all on the center's schedule, as are sports and other fun outdoor events for locals aged 55 and over.
The Office for Aging Services of the Division for Community Living helps seniors in Mechanicsville find state and federal benefits they may be eligible to receive, counsels seniors about their insurance options and offers nutritional support services for those who need help shopping or cooking.
Hanover Senior Rides provides free and discounted public transportation services throughout the Mechanicsville/Richmond area. Seniors may bring along one attendant if necessary, and curb-to-curb service is provided. Rides should be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
The Virginia Legal Aid Society operates a Hanover County office that provides expert legal advice and services for seniors in Mechanicsville. The center can help with reporting and dealing with elder neglect and abuse, housing issues, estate planning, elder law and power of attorney matters.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mechanicsville
Mechanicsville Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page for more information about these laws.
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Review of Heritage Green Hanover
Heritage Green Hanover is an older facility that's turning 25 this year. It does not offer independent care. It offers memory care and assisted living, so you get more of a nursing home feel. The...
Provider response
Thank you so much for visiting Heritage Green and the 4-Star review. We highlight that we've been serving seniors for 25 years because of the longevity of our team and the history of excellent...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Heritage Green Hanover
I brought my mom to Heritage Green after having had her at another place nearby. The difference is like night and day! I feel so comfortable coming into Heritage Green, like it is a community...
I toured the community recently for my parents and it was a great experience! The staff was super friendly and the community felt like you were already at home. Definitely will keep in mind when...