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Everything is set up for the comfort and support of the residents to include the apartments, the lobby and dining areas, the great food, the caring and supportive staff, and the friendly residents who...
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.
Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Verena at the Reserve!Nestled just minutes away from Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, our all-inclusive 55+ independent living community’s gourmet dining, social activities, and lush tree-filled grounds are sure to impress. Our all-inclusive...
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9.1
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9.1
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They have excellent staff. The facilities are good. I would recommend it to others who are needing to find memory care 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.
You’ll have enough room for a garden and a garden party.With more than a dozen floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able to find just the right pet-friendly apartment or cottage. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living...
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8.3
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8.3
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I really liked the staff. They can improve on taking time with the patient's appearance a little more. Making sure their hair is brushed every day.
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.
Say goodbye to lawn care, painting, and repair projects, and say hello to engaging activities and social opportunities, chef-prepared meals, scheduled transportation, home services and more.At Commonwealth of Williamsburg you can relax and enjoy living in an active adult community unlike any...
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I went to visit a friend who just moved into Cambridge Crossing. She is very happy living there and feels well taken care of. The administrative staff stopped by my friend's room to check on her. I could...
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.
Dear Friends: Greenfield Senior Living's mission has long been to transform the senior living experience. When we began some ten years ago, we believed assisted living was something more than just providing a place for seniors to live. We created a place where choice and the experience of...
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Loved Spring Arbor! They have been open long enough that everything goes smoothly. The staff is fantastic. They are very professional but also warm and friendly. I would highly recommend Spring Arbor to...
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.
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[name removed] is always there to help with a smile on her face. You can tell she enjoys helping the residents. We all appreciate [name removed], Christmas is coming and she deserves and has earned a special...
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.
Welcome to Edgeworth Park at New Town, where residents feel right at home in the comfort and beauty of their private apartment. Assisted Living residents enjoy assistance with activities of daily living provided by a competent and compassionate staff, along with opportunities to make new friends...
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38 reviews
5.7
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The experience has been very good and my loved one is happy here. My aunt is in memory care. They do a very good job. They care & are very professional. [name removed] is wonderful. She has made this...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House is located at 7657 Meredith Drive in Gloucester, Virginia. It is situated near the historic courthouse in downtown Gloucester, where residents can enjoy an assisted living community in a family like environment. The primary goal of Gloucester House...
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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.
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 Shacklefords Fork, VA

The average cost of senior living in Shacklefords Fork is $5,183 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $2,975 per month.

Independent living costs in Shacklefords Fork, VA, vs. nearby cities

Shacklefords Fork, VA
$5,183/mo
$3,976/mo

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

Shacklefords Fork, VA
$5,183/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Shacklefords Fork, VA, vs. other senior living options

$5,520/mo
Independent Living
$5,183/mo

Independent living costs in Shacklefords Fork, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,080/mo
Studio
$6,265/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,306/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,143/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,280/mo

Senior living costs in Shacklefords Fork 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: Shacklefords Fork, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShacklefords Fork, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,183/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,520/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,520/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Shacklefords Fork, VA:$5,183/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Shacklefords Fork, VA:$5,520/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Shacklefords Fork, VA:$5,520/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Shacklefords Fork, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shacklefords Fork 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 Shacklefords Fork, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shacklefords Fork 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
Shacklefords Fork, VA$4,240/mo$3,787/mo+11.9%
Virginia$3,620/mo$3,358/mo+7.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Shacklefords Fork, VA
2024 average cost:$4,240/mo
2023 average cost:$3,787/mo
Percent change:+11.9%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,620/mo
2023 average cost:$3,358/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Shacklefords Fork

Recent reviews for independent living in Shacklefords Fork

Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House

5.0
They are friendly and always willing to help. The staff is always there to help and answer questions. The facility is always clean.

Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg

4.1
We chose Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg because of the location, meal plan flexibility and outdoor space. I would definitely recommend this facility to those looking for retirement living!

Spring Arbor of Williamsburg

4.1
My father and I chose Spring Arbor because SA is a smaller facility and dad felt other local facilities were too large. This smaller size facilitates a greater sense of community. The friendly staff get to know not only the residents, but also their families. Our overall experience has been ...
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Shacklefords Fork independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shacklefords Fork independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shacklefords Fork, 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 Shacklefords Fork 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 Shacklefords Fork partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shacklefords Fork, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shacklefords Fork 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 Shacklefords Fork communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shacklefords Fork, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shacklefords Fork 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 Shacklefords Fork offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shacklefords Fork, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
77.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
77.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
77.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
47%
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