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9.2
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9.2
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My husband, the resident said it best..."It's relaxing." " I always have something to do." The staff is friendly and patient with the residents. The ratio of staff to residents is excellent, always. I would...
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.
We cordially invite you to consider Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville, as your next new home! Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville is located on scenic Pantops Mountain directly across the street from the new Martha Jefferson Hospital and Doctor's Network, in close proximity...
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9.0
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21 reviews
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5 star
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19%
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The staff are very good with the residents, it's very clean, and they offer a variety of activities for those who wish to participate.
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 Heritage Inn was established to provide the very best in assisted living. We strive to offer individualized care and attention in meeting the needs of our residents. The environment at The Heritage Inn, a warm and homelike residence, provides the opportunity for residents to enjoy each day to...
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7.9
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16%
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9%
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Although it is so difficult as a family, transitioning my mom into an assisted living facility, we were so lucky to find her new home here. We were referred by a friend who had also had to transition her...
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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My mother has been in the Amerisist of Louisa since May. The facility is clean and the staff is very friendly. The facility has an overall "homey" feel. There are not a lot of level one care residents, so it...
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.
Spring Oak at Louisa always striving to offer the best amenities and services for our residents.Residents always have options when they’re looking for something fun and exciting to do outside of the community. Our community is filled with people just like you. Our residents rest easy knowing that...
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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Wilmington, VA

The average cost of senior living in Wilmington is $5,909 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hampden-Sydney, VA with an average of $4,586 per month.

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

Wilmington, VA
$5,909/mo
$5,948/mo

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

Wilmington, VA
$5,909/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,909/mo
$5,909/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,564/mo
Studio
$6,365/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,603/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,128/mo

Senior living costs in Wilmington 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: Wilmington, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWilmington, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,909/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,909/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,166/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Wilmington, VA:$5,909/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Wilmington, VA:$5,909/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Wilmington, VA:$5,166/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wilmington, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wilmington 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.

Wilmington, VAVA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Wilmington, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wilmington 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
Wilmington, VA$7,838/mo$5,255/mo+49.2%
Virginia$4,756/mo$4,820/mo-1.3%
National$4,668/mo$4,555/mo+2.5%
Wilmington, VA
2024 average cost:$7,838/mo
2023 average cost:$5,255/mo
Percent change:+49.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$4,756/mo
2023 average cost:$4,820/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,668/mo
2023 average cost:$4,555/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wilmington

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wilmington

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.

Linden House Assisted Living in Charlottesville, VA

4.7
The staff members are all very friendly, and the rooms they provide for the resident are nice sizable rooms. They are sufficient and we would recommend the Linden House Assisted Living to others.

Rosewood Village at Hollymead in Charlottesville, VA

5.0
We chose Rosewood Village at Hollymead because it had the best reviews. Everyone in every department was kind and helpful. No complaints.

Wilmington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wilmington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wilmington, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
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
66.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wilmington 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 Wilmington Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wilmington, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wilmington 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 Wilmington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wilmington, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Wilmington 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 Wilmington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wilmington, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wilmington 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 Wilmington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wilmington, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wilmington

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 Wilmington protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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