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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Duncan, VA
If your loved one needs memory care in Duncan, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Duncan, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Duncan incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Duncan memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Duncan, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Pulaski, Blacksburg and Radford.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Pulaski, Blacksburg and Radford.
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66 Floor plans available
8.8
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26 reviews
For the most part, it is the better of similar facilities. Personally I think they could do a better job of communication. After 5 PM, could use more staff. I've been there in evenings & needed assistance...
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 Radford is an excellent community located in a commercial area in Radford, Virginia. Our community is in close proximity to various medical offices and Carilion New River Valley Community hospital. Our main facility accommodates residents who require more attention...
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8.0
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27 reviews
The team at Spring Oak is the best! They always take time to answer questions, listen to concerns and reassure me when I have concerns. Having both parents at Spring Oak can be very difficult, but hearing...
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 Christiansburg is an affordable Assisted Living Facility located in the heart of the New River Valley.We offer a home like environment that provides loving care and excellent customer service. Our services include: Affordable housing, utilities, weekly laundry and personal cleaning...
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7.0
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My loved one was previously a resident at Commonwealth Senior Living at Hillsville. I have minimal complaints. Good response when we asked for things we felt were needed. So happy to be there with Hospice...
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.
Making sure that your elderly family member moves to a place where he/she is properly cared for mentally and physically is likely of the utmost importance to you. Commonwealth Senior Living at Hillsville helps to encourage an active lifestyle for the elderly. The activities that the facility...
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5.8
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18 reviews
The community could always be a little cleaner but overall it has been a good experience. The staff members are very friendly and from what we hear the meals are really 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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Christiansburg is located at the foot of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains in Christiansburg, Virginia. It is a modern, beautiful assisted living facility, with an award-winning memory care proram called Sweet Memories. Commonwealth Senior Living is known for providing...
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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.
English Meadows Blacksburg Campus is an assisted living and memory care community located in Blacksburg, Montgomery County, Virginia. Home to Virginia Tech, Blacksburg has been named by Southern Living as one of the South's best college towns, largely due to its outstanding economy and high...
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 Pulaski Retirement Community, you can experience the peace of mind that comes with retirement living in a friendly small town atmosphere. Enjoy fine country living, beautiful views and quiet nights in the heart of Virginia’s New River Valley. All complemented by a carefree, active lifestyle...
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Cost of memory care in Duncan, VA
The average cost of senior living in Duncan is $5,025 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsville, VA with an average of $3,161 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Duncan, VA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Duncan
Recent reviews for memory care in Duncan
Spring Oak at Christiansburg
5.0
1. community has been remodeled and updated. which is a plus!
2. staff goes over and above when visiting and communicating by mail.
3. love seeing my mom loved and cared for by staff.
4. new administrator has made a great plus to the community.
5. staff is wonderful! [name removed] is a ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford
5.0
All 5 stars!
The staff are all very helpful and knowledgeable.
Room sizes and amenities offered in memory care have been excellent.
I would recommend Commonwealth at Radford to others.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Hillsville
4.4
My loved one was previously a resident at Commonwealth Senior Living at Hillsville. I have minimal complaints. Good response when we asked for things we felt were needed. So happy to be there with Hospice overseeing and we also hired additional caregivers so someone would be with her the ...
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Duncan memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Duncan memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Duncan, 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 Duncan memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Duncan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Duncan, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Duncan memory care
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 Duncan Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Duncan, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Duncan memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Duncan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Duncan, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Duncan memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Duncan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Duncan, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Duncan memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Duncan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Duncan, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Landmark Center, Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford and Spring Oak at Christiansburg are the top-rated memory care facilities near Duncan, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Duncan, Virginia. See the full list.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Duncan, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Duncan, Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Duncan, Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Duncan, Virginia ranges from $340 to $35000. The average Memory Care cost in Duncan, Virginia is $5,025. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Duncan, Virginia typically starts at $340. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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Memory Care in Cities Near Duncan
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