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Assisted Living Communities in Newport News, Virginia

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Newport News, VA and Nearby Cities

Seniors in Newport News pay nearly $200 more for assisted living care than the national median rate of $4,500. However, it’s affordable compared to Virginia as a whole, where facilities charge an average of $5,250 per month. Local care costs are only a little higher than rates in Lynchburg, where rates are the lowest surveyed in the state at $4,625. In Richmond, care costs are a few hundred dollars higher at $4,901, and in Winchester, facilities charge $5,015. Charlottesville is among the costliest places in Virginia to obtain care, with rates exceeding the state median at $5,700. 

Newport News

$4,690

Virginia

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Richmond

$4,901

Charlottesville

$5,700

Winchester

$5,015

Lynchburg

$4,625

Paying for Assisted Living in Newport News

In Newport News, assisted living facilities charge an estimated $4,690 monthly for services. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Newport News

Eligible seniors in Newport News can reduce assisted living expenses by applying for a state financial assistance program. The Virginia Department of Social Services administers the Auxiliary Grant Program as an optional state supplement to social security income. Age- and income-eligible seniors who qualify can receive a monthly stipend to put toward assisted living expenses.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Virginia page.

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 Newport News, VA

In Newport News, assisted living costs $4,690 per month, which is moderate compared to other local long-term care options. In-home care, which includes basic personal care services, and home health care, which includes specialized skilled nursing, cost $4,767 per month. Nursing home rates are several hundred dollars higher at $8,410. Adult day health care is the cheapest option at $1,690.

In-Home Care

$4,767

Home Health Care

$4,767

Adult Day Health Care

$1,690

Assisted Living Facility

$4,690

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,410

Note: Care cost data for Newport News was not available, so data for the closest city, Virginia Beach, was used instead. 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Newport News

The Newport News region has several agencies and programs that serve older adults and help them find the services they need for a comfortable retirement. The following resources include the closest veterans’ benefits office, the local Legal Aid Society office and the Area Agency on Aging, which has experts who can assist seniors in finding long-term care options.  

ResourceContactService
Peninsula Agency on Aging(757) 873-0541The Peninsula Agency on Aging connects those aged 60 and over with benefits and services in the Newport News region. Through this nonprofit agency, seniors can get one-on-one help with researching local assisted living facilities and applying for public benefits and entitlements that may help pay for services.
Hampton Benefits Office(757) 825-7893The Virginia Department of Veterans Services operates the Hampton Benefits Office, which provides benefits assistance and advocacy for older veterans in the Newport News region. At this office, individuals get help with obtaining the federal Aid and Attendance benefit, along with state benefits such as disability compensation and health care.
Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia(757) 275-0080The Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia provides free civil legal assistance to those aged 60 and over in Newport News. It has licensed legal professionals who help seniors with issues related to long-term care, including unfair billing practices, insufficient or excessive care or instances of abuse.
Hilton Senior Center(757) 247-2451The Hilton Senior Center has a rotating schedule of social and recreational activities for seniors. At this location, older adults participate in table games, upholstery classes, defensive driving courses and fitness classes. The center also provides regular health screenings.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of the Virginia Peninsula(757) 595-9037RSVP is a volunteer program for those aged 55 and over. Through this program, seniors have access to over 80 volunteer placement opportunities in the Newport News region, including schools, hospitals and nonprofit organizations. In exchange for their service, seniors get benefits such as mileage reimbursement and supplemental liability insurance.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Newport News

Newport News 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Beatrice

I visited this facility

Review of Mennowood Retirement Community

My husband and I visited the Mennowood Retirement Community's assisted living. I guess it used to be a Mennonite community and still has the spirit of that group. They don't proselytize...

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Beatrice

I visited this facility

Review of Charter Senior Living of Newport News

Our tour at Charter Senior Living of Newport News was a good experience, with the people showing us around and talking to us. My husband and I toured their assisted living. The staff who...

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ScottDavis

I visited this facility

Review of The Hidenwood Assisted Living and Retirement Community

Tour was personalized to loved ones interest's and needs. 5 stars for 1st impression and overview of services and ammenities

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