About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Smiths Crossroads, VA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If your loved one needs memory care in Smiths Crossroads, A Place for Mom can help. With 8 memory care facilities in Smiths Crossroads, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Smiths Crossroads incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Smiths Crossroads memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Smiths Crossroads, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Huguenot and Stony Point.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Short Pump, Midlothian and Powhatan.

ShortCode tests:
top3CommunitiesWithLinks: The Pearl at Watkins Centre, Spring Arbor of Salisbury and Brookdale Midlothian
zipAverageCost: $5,423

Smiths Crossroads Memory Care Facilities | 122 Reviews

Showing 5 communities
Last Updated: 11/21/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of The Pearl at Watkins Centre
55 Photos available
8.6
Review score
18 reviews
8.6
Review score
18 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
28%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
11%
See all reviews
Activities were engaging for residents and planned events aligned with holidays, recognitions, etc. Activity staff enjoyed their work and was reflected in how residents were treated. Food menu had variety...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
See details
Photo of Spring Arbor of Salisbury
1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
11 reviews
8.2
Review score
11 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
36%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I liked that the weekday staff had low turnover. In general weekday staff was better/more helpful and knowledgeable than weekend staff.
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.
Spring Arbor of Salisbury Residential Assisted Living opened in 2007 with a variety of apartments ranging from studios, different styles of one bedroom/living room suites, and two bedroom apartments. We are a single level building in a lovely residential neighborhood on a quiet street but still...
See details
Photo of Brookdale Midlothian
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.9
Review score
83 reviews
7.9
Review score
83 reviews
5 star
29%
4 star
37%
3 star
18%
2 star
5%
1 star
11%
See all reviews
My husband was there only a few days under Hospice. The staff was professional and kind. And took a lot of care during his last days. Hospice was good but the Brookdale staff took the lead. I would...
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.
If you’ve reached the time in your life where you’re ready to leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else and enjoy life, then our community in the historic city of Midlothian, Va., is ready and waiting for you. Our community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and...
See details
Photo of Spring Arbor Cottage of Salisbury
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.5
Review score
9 reviews
7.5
Review score
9 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
22%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Mom can be very difficult and belligerent sometimes. The staff are excellent dealing with her and redirecting to calm her down. They take good care of her even when she is in her moods. I feel welcome when...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Alzheimer's / Memory Care Cottage - Midlothian VABuilt upon the proven memory care "Cottage" model, we are excited to provide the perfect home for your loved one living with Alzheimer’s or related dementia. Our team of friendly, trained professionals is here to provide 24-hour specialized...
See details
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Essene Inc. is a state licensed home for adults nestled on 14 acres of beautiful rolling hills covered in large oak trees with a 1 mile walking trail. Essene is located in a crime free area with a back to nature ambiance. Offering naturally grown food and pollutant free Artesian well water. We...
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of memory care in Smiths Crossroads, VA

The average cost of senior living in Smiths Crossroads is $5,423 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,635 per month.

Memory care costs in Smiths Crossroads, VA, vs. nearby cities

Smiths Crossroads, VA
$5,423/mo
$5,035/mo
$5,097/mo

Memory care costs in Smiths Crossroads, VA, vs. state and national averages

Smiths Crossroads, VA
$5,423/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Smiths Crossroads, VA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,423/mo

Memory care costs in Smiths Crossroads, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,254/mo
Studio
$6,568/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,688/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,313/mo

Senior living costs in Smiths Crossroads 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: Smiths Crossroads, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmiths Crossroads, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$5,423/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,423/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$4,052/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Smiths Crossroads, VA:$5,423/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Smiths Crossroads, VA:$5,423/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Smiths Crossroads, VA:$4,052/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Memory care costs in Smiths Crossroads, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Smiths Crossroads 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.

Smiths Crossroads, VAVA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Smiths Crossroads, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Smiths Crossroads 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
Smiths Crossroads, VA$6,294/mo$6,412/mo-1.8%
Virginia$6,306/mo$5,827/mo+8.2%
National$6,180/mo$5,821/mo+6.2%
Smiths Crossroads, VA
2024 average cost:$6,294/mo
2023 average cost:$6,412/mo
Percent change:-1.8%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,306/mo
2023 average cost:$5,827/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,180/mo
2023 average cost:$5,821/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Smiths Crossroads

Recent reviews for memory care in Smiths Crossroads

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

The Westmont at Short Pump Community in Glen Allen, VA

4.9
Overall, our experience at Westmont has actually been very positive. When our father transferred to a memory care unit, we initially did not think that that was a great idea. Very soon we realized that we were wrong. The nurses the evaluators really did a wonderful job.

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 ...
Read more

Smiths Crossroads review score based on 32 family reviews

8.1
Review score5 facilities32 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 5 Smiths Crossroads memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Smiths Crossroads review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Smiths Crossroads review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Smiths Crossroads, VA5 facilities
7.9
Innsbrook, VA45 facilities
8.3
Dillwyn, VA84 facilities

Review subcategories for Smiths Crossroads memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 32 reviews of 5 Smiths Crossroads memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Smiths Crossroads resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Smiths Crossroads, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
2.9
4.1
Friendliness
3.0
4.3
Care services
2.8
3.9
Staff
2.8
4.1
Meals & dining
2.8
3.8
Activities
2.7
3.8
Value for cost*
2.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Smiths Crossroads memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smiths Crossroads memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smiths Crossroads, 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 Smiths Crossroads memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Smiths Crossroads that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smiths Crossroads, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
80%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smiths Crossroads memory care

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 Smiths Crossroads Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smiths Crossroads, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
60%
27.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smiths Crossroads memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Smiths Crossroads partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smiths Crossroads, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Smiths Crossroads memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Smiths Crossroads communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smiths Crossroads, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
20%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
23.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Smiths Crossroads memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Smiths Crossroads offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smiths Crossroads, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Smiths Crossroads

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Smiths Crossroads protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top