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I am well pleased with Regency at Augusta but the Memory Care director [name removed] wasn't too friendly and sometimes she could be hateful to the families of the residents. The meals and activities are...
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.
One Family. One Community.At Regency at Augusta, our passion and purpose is to support our community in a way that inspires a nurturing and caring environment for both residents and team members alike. We know that earning a reputation as an award-winning Assisted Living and Memory Care Community...
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It is a very difficult situation when you realize that a family member is going to need care that can not be provided within the family unit. Birch Ridge has been great helping to ease that burden by...
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.
Birch Ridge, At Your Side, At Your ServiceBirch Ridge provides seniors with a nurturing, supportive home-like environment that fosters independence, yet offers care and assistance twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. These full range of services and amenities are all included in the...
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Love their personal care with the family friendly environment. They treat your loved one like family. The food is excellent and the staff actively engages your loved one. They keep me up to date on any...
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 Retreat at Fishersville is redefining senior living with amenity-rich features and the highest standard of care. The community delivers the very best in accommodations, personalized attention, and exceptional service, all under one roof in a secure and remarkably homelike setting. So...
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At the beginning of my search for a place for my disabled nephew, I called Birch Gardens. I spoke to [name removed] and found her to be knowledgeable of the special needs for families with disabled family...
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
Maple Lawn Assisted Living Maple Lawn Assisted Living is a senior residential care home located in the small town of Staunton, VA and in Augusta county. Staunton is situated just south of the large George Washington and Jefferson National Park. The city is known for being the home of Woodrow...
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.
Thank you for taking the time to acquaint yourself with Living Waters Assisted Living, Fishersville, Va.  Living Waters offers personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, thoughtfully designed, safe and secure setting - the perfect choice...
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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.
Shenandoah Assisted living is in the heart of Teaverton a residential neighborhood in Fishersville Virginia. Shenandoah's Assisted living was added onto our Skilled Rehab and Nursing home in 2005 with 24 Private rooms. The original building was built in 1992. The Assisted Living has a private...
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Cost of assisted living in Lofton, VA

The average cost of senior living in Lofton is $3,943 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Iron Gate, VA with an average of $3,084 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lofton, VA, vs. nearby cities

Lofton, VA
$3,943/mo
$4,326/mo

Assisted living costs in Lofton, VA, vs. state and national averages

Lofton, VA
$3,943/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Lofton, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,943/mo
$4,119/mo

Assisted living costs in Lofton, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,213/mo
Studio
$6,019/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,313/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,000/mo

Senior living costs in Lofton 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: Lofton, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLofton, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,943/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,119/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,734/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Lofton, VA:$3,943/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Lofton, VA:$4,119/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lofton, VA:$3,734/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lofton, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lofton 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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Assisted living cost trends in Lofton, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lofton 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
Lofton, VA$5,744/mo$5,121/mo+12.2%
Virginia$4,931/mo$4,772/mo+3.3%
National$4,835/mo$4,588/mo+5.4%
Lofton, VA
2024 average cost:$5,744/mo
2023 average cost:$5,121/mo
Percent change:+12.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$4,931/mo
2023 average cost:$4,772/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,835/mo
2023 average cost:$4,588/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lofton, 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 Lofton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lofton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lofton

Birch Gardens in Staunton, VA

4.4
My loved ones moved here after living in a community that was not so great, and this has been a major improvement. They have been very happy with the activities and the food so far. There are many open community areas inside and outside, including a gazebo and gardens. The property is fenced in ...
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AVIVA Baldwin Park in Staunton, VA

5.0
Everything is working out very for my father here at this community, they are caring for him very well. They do a good job with keeping the community nice and clean.The staff is great, they have been very helpful and kind. There are nice activities offered for the residents. He is very pleased ...
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Waynesboro Manor

5.0
I would highly recommend Waynesboro Manor. My mother had the best care she could have received. The staff was very lovely and caring. My mother really enjoyed her meals. It was a wonderful atmosphere for her to be in . She got to make new friends and the activities offered were great. My mother ...
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Lofton review score based on 29 family reviews

8.3
Review score8 facilities29 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 29 reviews of 8 Lofton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lofton 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

Lofton review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Lofton, VA8 facilities
7.7
Craigsville, VA8 facilities
8.1
Staunton, VA14 facilities

Review subcategories for Lofton 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 29 reviews of 8 Lofton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lofton 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.
Lofton, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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Lofton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lofton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lofton, 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 Lofton 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 Lofton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lofton, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lofton 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 Lofton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lofton, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lofton 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 Lofton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lofton, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Lofton 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 Lofton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lofton, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lofton 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 Lofton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lofton, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lofton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lofton protect seniors.
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