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Photo of Morningside of Charlottesville
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My 95 year old Mom has been at Morningside for 3 weeks and is settling in. Staff is wonderful and she really enjoys the food. There are many options for games and entertainment. I highly recommend...
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.
Morningside of Charlottesville provides personalized care in an elegant and home-like setting for residents with Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Care needs.
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Everyone was very helpful. The business office was slow providing information and feedback on questions. I would recommend them to others who are looking for a place for their loved one.
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.
The Colonnades offers quality retirement living and is associated with the University of Virginia, located on 59 acres nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Charlottesville, Virginia. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of...
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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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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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I really liked the activities director, the activities, the physical therapy and staff. It is also a smaller facility so the client to staff ratio is good.
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.
RoseWood VillageIn 1983, we set out with a simple mission: to help families take care of their senior relatives. Everything we do at RoseWood Village starts with our Guiding Principle, Caring with H.E.A.R.T.™, which serves as a reminder of our Core Values of Honesty, Excellence, Accountability,...
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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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The director and maintenance people are so very friendly. We have visited two or three times and the facility and personnel only seem better each time, so comfortable. We are planning to make it our home...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Set in a picturesque setting, Park View at South Pantops is a senior housing community in Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Virginia. We're only a few minutes from Crozet, Gordonsville and the surrounding area, which gives you access to numerous religious organizations, hospitals and various...
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Fabulous facility in the heart of Charlottesville. Beautiful home setting with a wonderful community.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
At Home in CharlottesvilleWhat may strike you first about Martha Jefferson House isn’t really the House at all, but what is around it. The House sits on a private cul-de-sac, lined with old trees, and close to the beautifully landscaped grounds of the University of Virginia. In the heart of...
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I love this community and I think it is perfect. I love most about the community most is the whole atmosphere. They offer a lot of programs so you could stay busy all day if you wanted to. There is such a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Independence . . . Charlottesville's newest, most spacious apartments for active adults, professionals or retirees over 55. Come Home to an Awesome Lifestyle. Say goodbye to lawn care, painting and repair projects! The Independence offers Charlottesville's newest, largest, best-equipped...
Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in scenic Nellysford, Nelson County, Virginia, Rosewood Village at Wintergreen is a senior housing community that's a home. The beautiful property is located under the Blue Ridge Mountains and many rooms have stunning views of the mountainside. The property itself sits near a championship...

Cost of independent living in Centenary, VA

The average cost of senior living in Centenary is $4,375 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,093 per month.

Independent living costs in Centenary, VA, vs. nearby cities

Centenary, VA
$4,375/mo

Independent living costs in Centenary, VA, vs. state and national averages

Centenary, VA
$4,375/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Centenary, VA, vs. other senior living options

$5,789/mo
Independent Living
$4,375/mo

Independent living costs in Centenary, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,380/mo
Studio
$6,826/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,174/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,980/mo

Senior living costs in Centenary 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: Centenary, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCentenary, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,375/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,789/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,789/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Centenary, VA:$4,375/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Centenary, VA:$5,789/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Centenary, VA:$5,789/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Centenary, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Centenary 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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Independent living cost trends in Centenary, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Centenary 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Centenary, VA$6,438/mo$5,227/mo+23.2%
Virginia$3,263/mo$3,031/mo+7.7%
National$3,006/mo$2,859/mo+5.1%
Centenary, VA
2024 average cost:$6,438/mo
2023 average cost:$5,227/mo
Percent change:+23.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,263/mo
2023 average cost:$3,031/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,006/mo
2023 average cost:$2,859/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Centenary

Recent reviews for independent living in Centenary

The Colonnades in Charlottesville, VA

5.0
Of course, I looked at several places before I chose Colonnades. It is a good fit for me. Staff and residents are friendly and helpful. Lots of activities and programs. Music, lectures and tours to places of interest. I live in a Caldwell. One bedroom plus den. It is a good size for me. So glad ...
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Rosewood Village Greenbrier in Charlottesville, VA

4.6
My mother is in the memory unit. It has been a great experience. I wish there was more natural light. The staff is thoughtful and caring to her needs

Morningside of Charlottesville

5.0
The staff has treated my mom with the upmost respect. They are very polite and professional. My mom is happy there and thriving!

Centenary independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Centenary independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Centenary, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Centenary independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Centenary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Centenary, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Centenary independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Centenary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Centenary, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Centenary independent 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 independent living communities in Centenary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Centenary, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
47%
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Morningside of Charlottesville, The Colonnades and Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Centenary, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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