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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Swords Creek, VA

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

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Last Updated: 11/22/25
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Mom was not satisfied, but Dogwood and the family did all they could to try to help her. She is with me and my husband now in Carthage, NC and still dissatisfied. She can't get past having the need for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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have been very pleased with everything at the Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff Commonwealth! Thank you all! Based on the experience I have had so far, I would definitely recommend this community to...
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.
Offering independent living plus, assisted living and memory care, Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff provides its residents a home that is truly in harmony with nature. Nestled in beautiful surroundings, the senior living community offers a stunning view of the Appalachian Mountains....
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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...
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.
English Meadows Abingdon Campus is a spacious, beautiful assisted living community located in Abingdon, Virginia. Our elegant and spacious community offers residents an incredible living experience, with beautifully cared for landscaping and modern onsite amenities. Located just minutes from a...
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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....
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.
The Commonwealth Assisted Living at Abingdon is located in the scenic town of Abingdon, Virginia, in Washington County. Although our premier assisted living community is just a few minutes away from downtown activities, our residents enjoy a serene, natural setting with spectacular views of the...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in Swords Creek, VA

The average cost of senior living in Swords Creek is $4,773 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pocahontas, VA with an average of $4,176 per month.

Memory care costs in Swords Creek, VA, vs. nearby cities

Swords Creek, VA
$4,773/mo
$4,664/mo
$4,630/mo

Memory care costs in Swords Creek, VA, vs. state and national averages

Swords Creek, VA
$4,773/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Swords Creek, VA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,773/mo

Memory care costs in Swords Creek, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,469/mo
Studio
$5,635/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,137/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,995/mo

Senior living costs in Swords Creek 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: Swords Creek, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSwords Creek, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$4,773/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,773/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$4,947/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Swords Creek, VA:$4,773/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Swords Creek, VA:$4,773/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Swords Creek, VA:$4,947/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Swords Creek, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Swords Creek 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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Memory care cost trends in Swords Creek, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Swords Creek 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Swords Creek, VA$4,192/mo$5,690/mo-26.3%
Virginia$5,865/mo$5,895/mo-0.5%
National$5,506/mo$5,509/mo-0.1%
Swords Creek, VA
2024 average cost:$4,192/mo
2023 average cost:$5,690/mo
Percent change:-26.3%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,865/mo
2023 average cost:$5,895/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,506/mo
2023 average cost:$5,509/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
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What families are saying about memory care in Swords Creek

Recent reviews for memory care in Swords Creek

Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon

5.0
All 5 stars! This is a beautiful facility. It is spotless and cheerful. Staff are friendly and attentive. Our family has visited 5 to 6 days per week. The care is consistent and the food is excellent. We couldn't be more pleased. Thank you A Place for Mom for the referral (we prayed about this ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff

3.8
Several times I have called to speak with an administrator or to speak to someone in charge and they have not been present. I have left messages for someone to contact me but hadn't received a call back. I ended up calling myself again. I realize they have lives outside of their job but a call ...
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Commonwealth Memory Care at Cedar Bluff

5.0
Mom’s in the best place she could be. Beyond the basics of food and shelter, she has security, a routine, a calm environment and love. The “creatures” that haunted her at night are gone. She doesn't remember what happened five minutes ago, but it doesn't matter. She has peace. I could not ask ...
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Swords Creek memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Swords Creek memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Swords Creek, 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 Swords Creek 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 Swords Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Swords Creek, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
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
50%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Swords Creek 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 Swords Creek Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Swords Creek, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Swords Creek 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 Swords Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Swords Creek, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
45.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Swords Creek 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 Swords Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Swords Creek, VANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Swords Creek 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 Swords Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Swords Creek, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
40.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Swords Creek

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 Swords Creek protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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