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Photo of Heritage Green and DaybreakCommunity card badge
55 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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84 reviews
9.5
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84 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
14%
3 star
8%
2 star
4%
1 star
2%
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I give them all 5s, they are not perfect but my husband was hard to manage at first and they were willing to give him a chance. This was the third facility he had been in.
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.
Growing a tradition of care! Heritage Green Assisted Living Community is a beautifully designed, single story building that caters to seniors that require assistance with activities of daily living but do not need skilled health care services. This 48-unit, 64 bed Assisted Living Community shares...
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1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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33 reviews
8.6
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33 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
33%
3 star
18%
2 star
6%
1 star
3%
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Our family had a very positive experience with Bentley Commons. The staff was always kind, patient, and attentive to our mom's needs. They provide care and support all the way to the end. We are very...
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.
Mission Bentley Commons at Lynchburg is dedicated to providing a lifestyle that enhances the quality of each resident's life and creates an environment in which your loved ones receive the love and care he/she needs. Description Located in one of the most charming communities in the state of...
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5 star
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4 star
25%
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0%
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When we went to view the Elms we were extremely impressed with the cleanliness and friendliness of the facility. They treated use with kindness and understanding at a difficult time in our lives.They made...
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 Elms of Lynchburg is an established assisted living serving seniors in a quaint one level campus. If you are looking for a community that is more than a place to rent a room, this is where you want to be. At The Elms, we are not just a facility, we are a home. The passion and compassion that...
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: 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.
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: 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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I would tell others that the individual living spaces/units do not have the ability to control the room temperature. You have to be ok with it being either too hot or too cold. My loved one is also on a...
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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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: 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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Cost of independent living in Salt Creek, VA

The average cost of senior living in Salt Creek is $3,094 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, VA with an average of $2,093 per month.

Independent living costs in Salt Creek, VA, vs. nearby cities

Salt Creek, VA
$3,094/mo
$3,100/mo
$2,912/mo

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

Salt Creek, VA
$3,094/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Salt Creek, VA, vs. other senior living options

$3,950/mo
Independent Living
$3,094/mo

Independent living costs in Salt Creek, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,950/mo
Studio
$5,150/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,325/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,925/mo

Senior living costs in Salt Creek 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: Salt Creek, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSalt Creek, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,094/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,950/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,950/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Salt Creek, VA:$3,094/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Salt Creek, VA:$3,950/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Salt Creek, VA:$3,950/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Salt Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Salt Creek

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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Bentley Commons at Lynchburg

4.3
We chose this facility because it was clean and it had people who cared with nice programs. It looked like a really good fit for my friend. The room sizes are adequate, so it is great for what she needs. She brags on the food all the time, she really likes it. The residents have several options ...
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Runk and Pratt at Liberty Ridge in Lynchburg, VA

5.0
What we like the most about Runk and Pratt is that the staff has been incredibly helpful with any issues that we have had. Place is always clean and well kept. Residents seems to be happy there. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Salt Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salt Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salt Creek, 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 Salt Creek 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 Salt Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salt Creek, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Salt Creek 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 Salt Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salt Creek, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salt Creek 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 Salt Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salt Creek, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Green and Daybreak, Bentley Commons at Lynchburg and The Elms of Lynchburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Salt Creek, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near Salt Creek, Virginia. See the full list.

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

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