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10 Assisted Living Facilities near Chester, VA
The Chester area offers a wealth of care options for seniors. But with 13 assisted living facilities inside a 10-mile radius radius of downtown, finding assisted living near you isn’t the hard part — it’s knowing how to choose the best option for your loved one based on their unique needs.
We’re here to help simplify that process. We’ve drawn from our years of senior living experience, proprietary data, and 14,000 network partners to create this detailed guide to Chester assisted living. You’ll find the best senior living options within the Chester area, and you can browse based on what’s important to you: dining, staff, affordability, or a number of other features. Plus, you’ll see details about payment options, regulations, Chester-area resources for seniors, and more.
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The regular staff make sure they make you feel like family as much as possible. Every one has been supportive and helpful. I would definitely recommend The Crossings at Ironbridge to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". 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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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 Crossings at Ironbridge is a state-of-the-art community for seniors looking for the best in assisted living and memory care. Our spacious suites and apartments accommodate both your needs and your budget. Each suite features large, bright windows, ample storage and a large private bathroom....
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My loved one was previously a resident at Lucy Corr and I visited her weekly. This facility was great. The staff were all very caring and helpful. Based on our experience, I would recommend Lucy Corr to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". 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: This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type"
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: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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17 reviews
They do a good job in all areas, but there is room for improvement. Management could specify aides exact duties as some seemed to avoid less pleasant duties. Most issues involved staff shortages, but I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". 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: This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type"
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.
Commonwealth Assisted Living at Chesterfield is an assisted living community serving individuals in Chesterfield, Chesterfield County, Virginia. We're located within a few minutes of Collegiate School Aquatics Center, several specialty shops, various medical facilities and schools, as well as...
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At Petersburg Home For Ladies they are very friendly. They made us feel welcome when she moved in. The only thing we had a problem was with nursing at one point. She did have high blood pressure and had to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
For more than three generations we have been the preferred residence for women 62 and older who live in the cities of Petersburg, Hopewell, and Colonial Heights as well as the counties of Dinwiddie, Prince George, Chesterfield, and beyond. Why are we so highly regarded? Because our licensed...
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8 reviews
Everyone at the administrative level is available to answer questions. Making the decision to have Mom leave her home was difficult for us, especially for her. Now, though, she and we know it's best. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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They have plenty of activities and they have gotten mom to participate in them which is grea.t. She has never complained about the food. Maintenance wise they usually stay on top of things but seem to be...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Magnolias of Chesterfield is an assisted living community located in Chester, Chesterfield County, Virginia. Chester, which is situated between the James and Appomattox Rivers, is a vibrant city that offers a rich history and a wide variety of outdoor activities. Nature and history enthusiasts...
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We had an outstanding experience at Dunlop House. The environment was always clean. All staff seemed to always be aware of my mother in law, even where she was in the building. The atmosphere was social...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Located in Colonial Heights, Dunlop House has been honored as a Top Assisted Living Facility in Virginia by Assisted Living Today. Dunlop House specializes in both assisted living and Alzheimer's care for seniors. Since 1999 it has provided its residents with quality care and a rewarding...
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Fillmore Place is inner-city urban home which helps people that may be difficult to place due to diagnosis and financial resources. The facility specializes in the care of individuals with chronic mental health disabilities. We are able to work with clients who have a diagnosis of...
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Metro-Gardens is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Petersburg, VA. The city is surrounded by sprawling wooded areas and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Richmond and Washington D.C. The community itself is surrounded by large shady trees and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Totty Place is an assisted living community located in the lovely and scenic Petersburg, Virginia. Petersburg sits right along the banks of the James River and the Appomattox River making it one of the most beautiful locations in Virginia. Rafting, boating, hiking, and fishing are just a few of...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of Assisted living in Chester, VA
The cost of Assisted Living starts at $147 a month in Chester, and the price builds from there based on the floor plan, amenities, and services that families choose. Costs also vary by location because real estate and personnel costs fluctuate by city and state throughout the U.S.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester, VA vs. nearby cities
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Chester, VA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Chester
Recent reviews for assisted living in Chester
Morningside of Bellgrade in Midlothian, VA
5.0
From my perspective pretty much all the questions I would rate a 5. [name removed] is very capable with being able to do most things without assistance. But he seems very happy with the staff when he does need help. The only thing I am not familiar with is the value for cost. My daughter tends ...
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Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond
4.6
The facility was nice and well taken care of, which was very important to us. It smelled very clean - some other facilities smelled like urine. I would say my moms bathroom counter needed updating some Formica coming off that's why I didn't rate it a 5 but it was clean. I can't say enough ...
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Auburn Hill Senior Living in Midlothian, VA
4.4
I have noticed over the past couple of months during my visits with my aunt that things have gotten much better. This is due to the new ED ([name removed]) and the changes she has made. My family and I are excited for my aunt as she appears much more at ease and happy. Management is involved ...
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Chester review score based on 30 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 30 reviews of 13 Chester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Chester review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
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Review subcategories for Chester assisted living
When assisted living 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 30 reviews of 13 Chester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Chester resident and family assisted living 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.Chester, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
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Chester assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, 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 Chester assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Chester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chester, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
50.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.5%
32.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.2%
55.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
29.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
48.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
53.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Chester assisted living
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 Chester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chester, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.5%
50%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
30.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.8%
40.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.2%
25.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
37.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
35.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
5.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
29%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
33%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
29.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
48.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
46.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
51.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
38.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
35.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
43.9%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
44.4%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
26.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
43.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Chester
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Chester protect seniors.
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