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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Ruxton Health of Staunton is a 189-bed dually certified healthcare facility. In addition to being a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center, Ruxton offers assisted living services, specialized Alzheimer’s services, Rehabilitation Services and a wide range of services and amenities. Our...
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Cost of assisted living in Five Forks, VA

The average cost of senior living in Five Forks is $4,523 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glasgow, VA with an average of $3,602 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Five Forks, VA vs. nearby cities

Five Forks, VA
$4,523/mo
$4,413/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Five Forks, VA vs. the state and national average

Five Forks, VA
$4,523/mo
U.S. national average
$4,553/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Five Forks vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,523/mo
$4,600/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Five Forks, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,983/mo
Studio
$5,808/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,686/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,182/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Five Forks over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Five Forks, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Five Forks.

What families are saying about assisted living in Five Forks

Recent reviews for assisted living in Five Forks

The Retreat at Fishersville

3.8
I would like to see a higher ratio of staff to patients. However; in todays job market everyone is understaffed so I take that into consideration. Obviously the patients in memory care often are not willing or able to participate in activities due to their mental state but more encouragement ...
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The Fields of Heritage Green in Lynchburg, VA

4.8
My Mom moved into Heritage Green Assisted Living in January, 2019 and has been very satisfied there. I have been very impressed with the staff and how they care for the residents. There is always some type of activity going on that Mom can participate in to keep herself occupied. The facility is ...
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Rosewood Village Greenbrier in Charlottesville, VA

4.5
I have confidence in the community and the staff. They are doing their best, and I don't have to worry. The food looks good for my loved one. Bingo is enjoyed by a lot of the residents. They also have lectures, book club, and other activities for the residents to participate in.

Five Forks review score based on 191 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 191 reviews of 51 Five Forks assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Five Forks 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

Five Forks review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Five Forks, VA51 facilities
8.8
Amherst, VA15 facilities
8.8
Appomattox, VA17 facilities

Review subcategories for Five Forks 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 191 reviews of 51 Five Forks assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Five Forks 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.
Five Forks, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Five Forks assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Five Forks assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Five Forks, 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 Five Forks 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 Five Forks that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Five Forks, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.3%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.7%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.4%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.6%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
54.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Five Forks 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 Five Forks Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Five Forks, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.6%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.1%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.9%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Five Forks 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 Five Forks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Five Forks, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
51%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.7%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Five Forks 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 Five Forks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Five Forks, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.9%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Five Forks 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 Five Forks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Five Forks, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.7%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.2%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.9%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.8%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.3%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.1%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
56.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Five Forks

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 Five Forks protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Green and Daybreak, The Colonnades and Morningside of Charlottesville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Five Forks, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 60 assisted living facilities near Five Forks, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Five Forks, Virginia is Heritage Green and Daybreak. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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