Page 10 of Best Independent Living in Virginia

Harbor’s Edge is a continuing care retirement community in Norfolk, VA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing care, nursing home care and skilled nursing. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and nursing care, including nursing home and skilled nursing services, provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time because the resident can move to another level without leaving the community. Harbor’s Edge opened in 2006 and has 83 beds. Housing options include one bedroom, two bedroom and three bedroom layouts, with a one bedroom layout providing a single bedroom and the larger layouts providing additional bedrooms within the residence.

The community is in the Fort Norfolk neighborhood of Norfolk, where a Walk Score of 46 out of 100 indicates a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support temporary care during recovery, while respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet at the community.

Total nurse staffing is 6 hours 48 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means a family pays directly. Senece Midgett serves as the administrator.

Overview of Assisted Living at Lucy Corr

Assisted Living at Lucy Corr offers nursing home, Adult Day Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing in Chesterfield, Virginia. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere, making Assisted Living at Lucy Corr potentially a good fit for someone who may need more support later.

Adult Day Care provides daytime care rather than a residential stay. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation support time limited recovery needs. These options cover both temporary support and changing care needs.

The community opened in 1970 and has 58 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents get to know each other. Its 76 percent occupancy means that not all beds were occupied at the time measured. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them, and Mr. Casandra Yarosz serves as administrator.

Overview of The Fairfax

The Fairfax is a continuing care retirement community in Fort Belvoir, VA, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home care and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Multiple care levels are available, so a resident whose needs grow can move to a different level without leaving the community.

The Fairfax has 96 beds, with 72% occupancy, meaning 72% of those beds are occupied. The starting price is $3,498 per month, giving families a monthly figure for initial planning. Residents live in apartments across a 60 acre campus with a seven acre lake, walking trails, a putting green, and an Audubon recognized wildlife sanctuary. There are places for outdoor walks, time near the lake, putting, and wildlife observation.

The Fairfax may be a good fit for someone who wants access to several levels of care within one community as needs change. The community accepts Medicare and private pay. Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly. Sunrise Senior Living operates The Fairfax, and Rochelle Hale serves as the administrator.

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Starting Price $3,498/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of Ashleigh at Lansdowne Independent & Assisted Living Community

Ashleigh at Lansdowne Independent & Assisted Living Community in Leesburg, Virginia, houses independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite programs under one roof. Independent living fits self-reliant seniors, while assisted living provides hand-on help with bathing, dressing, and managing prescriptions. A secured area accommodates individuals experiencing cognitive decline or memory issues, and respite stays support families needing short-term relief.

Administrator Angela Whitlock oversees this 140-bed location, where residents can transition between care tiers as health needs evolve. On-site rehabilitation therapies help individuals recover strength, while a full-service salon and spa handles grooming needs. The property welcomes pets and boasts an 84 walk score, giving non-driving residents simple pedestrian access to neighborhood destinations.

Prospective representatives seeking multi-level senior care options can reach out to Ashleigh at Lansdowne to learn about current openings or schedule a walk-through of the facility.

Overview of Rappahannock Westminster Canterbury

Rappahannock Westminster Canterbury offers nursing home care, assisted living, home care, independent living, memory care, and nursing care in Irvington, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains their own living space; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home care and nursing care provide residential access to licensed nursing support, including nursing care around the clock, while home care supports a resident in their own home. With several care levels available, the community may be a good fit for someone whose care needs may change over time.

The community has 70 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5h 52m per resident/day, representing the total nursing time allocated to each resident across a day. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicare can help cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for covered services.

The Life Enrichment Center offers a dedicated setting for resident activities, and the Fitness program provides on-site exercise opportunities. Fine Dining, the Residents’ Clinic, Support Services, the Rappahannock Club, Concierge, and Around Town are also available as named community programs and services. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet while living in the community. Ms. Cynethia Davis serves as the administrator.

Overview of Chesapeake Place Senior Living

Chesapeake Place Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Chesapeake, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living supports private living without daily care; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care offers a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 153 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. Multiple care levels can accommodate changing needs without requiring a move to another community, while a two bedroom residence may suit a couple moving together.

In the Greenbrier East neighborhood, the area has a Walk Score of 58 and is somewhat walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Residents can use the salon and transportation services, and pets are allowed. Ingrid Wilson-Brown serves as the administrator. Chesapeake Place Senior Living may be a good fit for someone who needs changing levels of support or a short term respite stay.

$3,695/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

Overview of Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake

Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake, located in Chesapeake, VA, provides memory care, respite care, assisted living, and independent living services. Kenya Bains serves as the administrator, and the community has 73 beds.

Memory care here is a supervised, secured setting designed for residents living with Alzheimer’s or other memory-related impairments. Every day, the staff in assisted living support residents with bathing, dressing, and taking their medication. Residents of independent living maintain their own private spaces and use the community’s services, while not receiving any daily care. Respite care refers to a temporary stay, beneficial when the usual caregiver needs to be absent or recover.

As needs increase, advancing to a higher level occurs while remaining within the same community. An individual with Alzheimer’s who requires a secured, supervised setting may consider it an appropriate match.

Accommodations are available as suites or as semi-private shared rooms. A shared room may suit someone relocating with a partner or seeking a companion, while a suite provides an individual with personal space. Monthly fees start at $4,080.

Residents are able to relax in the garden or on the outdoor patio. The calendar is packed with activities and trips, while the Sweet Memories™ Program adds structure. Walk Score rates the neighborhood at 31, indicating a car-dependent area, where errands require transportation for those not using a vehicle.

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Starting Price $4,080/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Friendship Retirement Community

Friendship Retirement Community in Roanoke, VA, functions as a continuing care retirement community. The care extends to independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. It’s in the Hollins neighborhood. Every level is contained within one setting. When a resident’s care requirements rise, the typical response is a different area of the same property instead of a new location.

Friendship is a large community, with 253 beds, resulting in a higher number of residents, staff, and activities compared to a smaller home. Rooms are available as private or semi-private, with the decision primarily depending on whether a resident prefers to have a roommate. Residents are allowed to have pets.

The monthly fee begins at $1,709. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with each of the three serving a unique purpose. Medicare covers only short-term skilled care that follows a hospital discharge. Medicaid is what a household relies on when finances can’t support an extended stay. On average, every resident receives 4 hours and 15 minutes of nursing care daily.

The beauty salon and spa handle personal care, while occupational therapy takes place on-site, and transportation is also available. The calendar includes music, group outings, art and creative expression, tai chi, games for memory stimulation, faith and spiritual programs, cooking, as well as learning and guest lectures. The Walk Score for the area is merely 48, indicating it’s car-dependent, thus most errands require driving.

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Starting Price $1,709/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Warwick Forest

Warwick Forest offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living and memory care in Newport News, Virginia. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

As a continuing care retirement community, Warwick Forest has multiple care levels, allowing a resident whose needs grow over time to remain in the same community rather than relocate. The range of care levels is a good fit for someone who could need a different level of support later. Respite care provides a short stay for a temporary caregiving need, and short term rehabilitation offers temporary recovery support.

Warwick Forest has 209 beds, a size associated with more residents, staff and usually more programming. Private rooms and private apartments are available, so residents can have a single living space. The community opened in 1988 and is owned by Riverside Health.

The starting price is $5,234 per month, with a listed move in deposit of $3,000. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 37 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident.

An indoor saltwater pool, hot tub, fitness gym and exercise rooms support exercise and water based activities. Chef prepared meals, a private dining room for family events and an on site bistro or café provide several dining settings. Rehabilitation services are available for residents receiving therapy, while painting, ceramics and quilting classes offer structured creative activities.

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Starting Price $5,234/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Atlantic Shores

Atlantic Shores in Virginia Beach, VA, is a 50-bed community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, 24-hour skilled nursing, and hospice care. Continuous licensed nursing oversight supports residents with complex health needs, while secured memory care delivers structured supervision for individuals living with cognitive impairments or wandering risks. Housing choices include one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans suitable for single residents or couples moving together.

Independent living pairs private residences with community services, while assisted living aids with daily tasks like bathing and medications. On-site care teams deliver an average of 4 hours and 59 minutes of direct nurse staffing per resident daily. On-site features include a wellness center, physical rehabilitation programs, pet-friendly accommodations, and scheduled social activities.

Located in Virginia Beach, off-site errands and travel generally rely on personal vehicles or community transportation. Accepted payment options encompass Medicare and private funds.

Interested individuals exploring multi-level senior living options or short-term physical rehabilitation can contact Atlantic Shores to check room availability or arrange a campus visit.