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10 Best Nursing Homes in Helmet, VA

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66 Floor plans available
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Though we never moved Dad to Heritage Green Hanover as he was hospitalized and died last year, the staff we interacted with at Heritage Green was friendly and professional. I recommend the facility to others
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.
Heritage Green Assisted Living is a licensed assisted living facility with a secured Memory Care unit. We are located just minutes away from Memorial Regional Hospital and physician offices. For more than 16 years families have named Heritage Green Assisted Living as the residence that provides a...
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8.9
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean, everyone is very nice, enough activities to keep you as busy as you want to be.
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.
Sancerre Atlee Station is a vibrant and modern senior living community in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Our community will offer 103 accommodations for assisted living and memory care residents, specifically designed to meet their unique needs.At Sancerre Atlee Station, we understand the importance...
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Caring and respectful staff. Small size. Lots of effort put in to involve the Ashland community. Yes, we would recommend Hanover Manor Assisted Living to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Hanover Manor is a small, quaint senior living community located near the heart of Ashland, Virginia -- just 10 miles north of Richmond. Our intimate one story facility only accommodates 40 residents. This truly sets us apart from the larger communities and we like it that way. Everyone knows...
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My mother has been at this residence approximately one month now. She has received excellent care in every regard. I did not know that there could be such a place. The staff are extremely friendly, kind...
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.
Are you considering an assisted living facility? Are you looking for a place that is warm, safe and caring? A home where you can be comfortable and get the help you need 24/7, without feeling that you are in an institution.If you are looking for professional 1-1 care in a country home setting,...
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Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
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: Memory Care
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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.
Alpha House is a special place. Alpha House is a small charming senior living community devoted to Alzheimer’s and dementia residents. We are located in a country-like setting near the heart of Ashland, Virginia—just 10 miles north of Richmond. Alpha House mirrors our small, intimate community by...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Helmet, VA

The average cost of senior living in Helmet is $4,507 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montross, VA with an average of $4,099 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Helmet, VA, vs. nearby cities

Helmet, VA
$4,507/mo

Nursing homes costs in Helmet, VA, vs. state and national averages

Helmet, VA
$4,507/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Helmet, VA, vs. other senior living options

$4,507/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,507/mo

Nursing homes costs in Helmet, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,119/mo
Studio
$5,874/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,973/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,900/mo

Senior living costs in Helmet vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Helmet, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHelmet, VAVirginiaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,507/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,636/mo$5,211/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,507/mo$5,216/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,911/mo$4,385/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Helmet, VA:$4,507/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Helmet, VA:$4,636/mo
Virginia:$5,211/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Helmet, VA:$4,507/mo
Virginia:$5,216/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Helmet, VA:$3,911/mo
Virginia:$4,385/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Helmet, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Helmet 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Helmet, VA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Helmet 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
Helmet, VA$6,496/mo$5,821/mo+11.6%
Virginia$5,392/mo$5,160/mo+4.5%
National$5,322/mo$5,027/mo+5.9%
Helmet, VA
2024 average cost:$6,496/mo
2023 average cost:$5,821/mo
Percent change:+11.6%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,392/mo
2023 average cost:$5,160/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,322/mo
2023 average cost:$5,027/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Helmet

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Helmet

Essex House in Tappahannock, VA

5.0
I moved my mother to Essex house in the beginning of October 2016 and have been very pleased with the service provided my mother. They have done everything in their power to make her stay comfortable. Due to the location, it has been easier for family to visit.

Covenant Columns at Tapp in Mechanicsville, VA

5.0
If you are looking for a staff that sincerely cares about the well being of your parent and you - this is the place. They work with a heart and have a calling on their lives to do this. [name removed] is great to work with and only hires those who feel as he does. Mom has only been there a ...
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Hanover Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care in Ashland, VA

4.8
They seem to be very caring towards the residents, almost like they were family. I've never been to a assisted living facility that is as clean as Hanover Manor.

Helmet nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helmet nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helmet, 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 Helmet nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Helmet that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Helmet, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.8%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Helmet nursing homes

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 Helmet Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Helmet, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helmet nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Helmet partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Helmet, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Helmet nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Helmet communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helmet, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helmet nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Helmet offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Helmet, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Green, Sancerre Atlee Station and Hanover Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Helmet, Virginia. See full list of communities.
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