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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Howell Mills, VA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 36 independent living facilities in Howell Mills, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Washington Park, Airport and Fairland.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Roanoke, Bedford and Salem.

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My Dad was first in Salem Terrace with Lewy Body dementia. My Mom was trying to keep the house but once she found out she had several TIAs she immediately decided that Salem Terrace was going to be new home....
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.
With commanding stunning vistas of the vibrant City of Salem and the mountains beyond, Salem Terrace at Harrogate is designed in a tradition reminiscent of a grand hotel or resort.At Salem Terrace at Harrogate, we offer a choice of floor plans and four levels of personal assistance, depending...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Howell Mills, VA

The average cost of senior living in Howell Mills is $3,746 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,093 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Howell Mills, VA vs. nearby cities

Howell Mills, VA
$3,746/mo
$3,746/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Howell Mills, VA vs. the state and national average

Howell Mills, VA
$3,746/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Howell Mills vs. other types of senior living

$4,266/mo
Independent Living
$3,746/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Howell Mills, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,826/mo
Studio
$4,525/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,752/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,204/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Howell Mills over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Howell Mills

Recent reviews for independent living in Howell Mills

Woodland Hills Community in Roanoke, VA

4.5
We really like the atmosphere of Woodland Hills Community as well as the cliental and all of the employees for the most part. Based on our experience so far we would recommend them to other families

Friendship Salem Terrace

4.1
My mom and dad needed separate living, as Dad is incontinent and has increasing dementia, and Mom was not physically able to see to his needs 24/7, as required. This was the best fit for them. The rent for a small apartment and a memory care room is very high, however, almost double the cost ...
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Cardinal Senior Communities at Roanoke

3.8
We have had major issues with regard to medications, getting them ordered and administered on schedule. Ultimately we have taken that responsibility back and administering them ourselves. The quality of the food as well as the portion sizes has been extremely disappointing. I will say that staff ...
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Howell Mills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howell Mills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howell Mills, 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 Howell Mills 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 Howell Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Howell Mills, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Howell Mills 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 Howell Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Howell Mills, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.7%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
29.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Howell Mills 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 Howell Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Howell Mills, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
47%
Dances
Dances
37%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
46.8%
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Cardinal Senior Communities at Roanoke, Holiday Elm Park Estates and The Park Oak Grove are the top-rated independent living facilities near Howell Mills, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 36 independent living facilities near Howell Mills, Virginia. See the full list.

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