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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Woodland, Inc. is an assisted living community located in Farmville, VA. Farmville is split between Cumberland and Prince Edward Counties and is home to just over 8,200 people. Farmville is a small town with a state park, hiking trails and the Appomattox River where active residents will love...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
A VERY WARM AND INVITING PLACE TO LIVE"Our home will respect your past and assist you in your daily living with a community of professionals that you can rely on and trust.Our staff of certified aides and nurses is caring, compassionate and trained to assist residents with their daily needs just...
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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.
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Willow Estates has been wonderful! The food is excellent and it's very clean. They are limited in the amount of staff they can hire. They are very quick with their response if I have a request or a concern....
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.
     Willow Estates Retirement is a beautifully designed facility located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer pleasant furnishings featuring a home type atmosphere. We are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services to provide levels of care from...
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Cost of assisted living in Piney River, VA

The average cost of senior living in Piney River is $4,384 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Iron Gate, VA with an average of $3,084 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Piney River, VA vs. nearby cities

Piney River, VA
$4,384/mo
$4,413/mo

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

Piney River, VA
$4,384/mo
U.S. national average
$4,553/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Piney River vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,384/mo
$4,451/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Piney River, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,042/mo
Studio
$5,842/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,746/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,142/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,550/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Piney River over time

Piney River, VAVA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Piney River, VA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Piney River

Recent reviews for assisted living in Piney River

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.

Piney River review score based on 194 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 194 reviews of 56 Piney River assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Piney River 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

Piney River review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Piney River, VA56 facilities
8.5
Amherst, VA15 facilities
8.2
Buena Vista, VA71 facilities

Review subcategories for Piney River 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 194 reviews of 56 Piney River assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Piney River 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.
Piney River, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.0
Activities
3.7
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Piney River assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Piney River assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Piney River, 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 Piney River 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 Piney River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Piney River, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.3%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.9%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.8%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
54.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Piney River 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 Piney River Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Piney River, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.9%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.1%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.8%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Piney River 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 Piney River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Piney River, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.2%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.8%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Piney River 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 Piney River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Piney River, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.9%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Piney River 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 Piney River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Piney River, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.3%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.6%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.4%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.9%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.4%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.1%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
55.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.2%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.2%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.8%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Piney River

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 Piney River protect seniors.

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

There are 67 assisted living facilities near Piney River, Virginia. See the full list.

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

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