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The cost of independent living in Short Pump is about $4,143 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 47 options. Read 1197 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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There are a small number of apartments at Anthology, so my 91 year old mother has been able to make friends quickly. She is not overwhelmed. The staff is caring and willing to do extras for the residents. ...
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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The windows need to replaced badly and hallways and resident door's need painting immediately. The halls smell awful. It's not a bad community at all but for the price they are paying these things should be...
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.
LEGACY AT IMPERIAL VILLAGE, UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT, WELCOMES YOU. MILLIONS IN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS.LIVING LIFE TO ITS FULLEST BEGINS AT LEGACY AT IMPERIAL PLAZA. Nestled among the quiet neighborhoods of Richmond, our community provides an active, engaged lifestyle. Our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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I found [name removed], the director, and his staff to be exceptionally helpful, kind, and professional. It did not take long for me to realize that my cousin was in a facility that offered kind, attentive,...
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.
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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We chose The Atlantic at Twin Hickory Glen because of the price and availability. The apartments here are good size. It is in a very nice area with a lot of convenient things near by such as shopping,...
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.
Here at The Atlantic at Twin Hickory we offer distinctive retirement living in a great location.  Just minutes from Short Pump Mall, you are located in the Heartbeat of Glen Allen.  We have one bedroom with one bath apartments, and also two bedroom with two bath apartments...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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
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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This is a good community. Housekeeping comes in once a week and they also keep the common areas clean. I do feel they are understaffed at this time, however the staff they do have is very nice and helpful....
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.
Beth Sholom Gardens is an assisted living community in the historic, scenic city of Richmond, Virginia. Our peaceful, picturesque community is located on a large,16 acre wooded campus in the upscale, tree-lined West End neighborhood, providing excellent access to area medical centers, unique...
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This is an outstanding facility. The sales staff and service staff our customer friendly. The facility is beautiful.
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 Pemberton at University Park provides an independent living community to those interested in making Richmond, VA their home. This community offers a great place to live in a location that provides much to do and see. Richmond provides residents and guests with opportunities to visit the...
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Lakewood Manor is a warm, friendly place that has the comfort and care of the residents first and foremost. Those we have talked with that have been here 17 plus years have nothing but positive comments...
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.
For over 35 years, our residents have enjoyed a wide variety of activities that have enhanced their quality of life. Lakewood Manor is a continuing care retirement community located in the West End of Henrico County. Lakewood is one of four retirement communities that is owned and operated by...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Its a really small facility which I love. The staff gives each person individual attention which is what they need. I am overall happy and my aunt is too.
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.
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living, located in beautiful southwest Virginia, is a residential care facility providing a variety of assisted living services since 1975. With a large facility boasting four different exquisite halls, we exceed all safety standards set by both State and Federal...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
American Senior Living, LLC. Has established Southerland Place to promote the physical, psychological and spiritual well-being of each resident entrusted to our care. To achieve this endeavor we are continually pursuing the highest quality of personal care, service and a level of excellence which...
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.
Enjoy carefree retirement living at The Arbors, an affordable senior apartment community for seniors 62 and better. This community boasts an excellent location near stores, churches, a senior center and two major hospitals. The city bus stops right in front and retail stores are within walking...
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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.
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I had an opportunity to talk with someone the other day who was touring, and I told her I love it here and would recommend for anybody to come here. She should pack up her things and move right in! My...
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.
The Guardian Place is a senior housing community offering studio apartments and one and two bedroom apartment homes for active seniors in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia. Richmond is a town rife with American history and tradition. The stunning architecture, museums, and cobblestone streets...

Cost of independent living in Short Pump, VA

The average cost of senior living in Short Pump is $4,143 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McKenney, VA with an average of $2,601 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Short Pump, VA vs. nearby cities

Short Pump, VA
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Short Pump, VA vs. the state and national average

Short Pump, VA
$4,143/mo
U.S. national average
$4,141/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Short Pump vs. other types of senior living

$5,277/mo
Independent Living
$4,143/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Short Pump, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$5,256/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,393/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,726/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Short Pump over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Short Pump

Recent reviews for independent living in Short Pump

Shalom Parkside Senior Living in Richmond, VA

4.5
It's a fine place and they lots of activities and I like living there. I would definitely recommend this community to others

Legacy at Imperial Village in Richmond, VA

4.9
My family doesn't have any problems with the community they like because I like living here . Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend the Legacy at Imperial Village community to other families.

Spring Arbor of Salisbury in Midlothian, VA

5.0
I have recommended it to a few!I looked at 6 different places for my dad. When I walked into Spring Arbor, I was greeted by staff who were happy and pleasant. Two staff members met in the hall to have a chat about whether a patient had actually bathed or not, left her info private but respected ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, such as at The Barclay at Tuckahoe and Aspire at West End, where they go above and beyond to ensure resident satisfaction and create a welcoming atmosphere.
Variety of community amenities. Residents enjoy the diverse range of features offered at their communities, including libraries with pianos, waterfalls, bars, and pools, as noted in reviews for The Barclay at Tuckahoe and Tuckahoe Pines Retirement Community.
Cleanliness and maintenance. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of community spaces, from personal living areas to common areas, such as at Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House and Legacy at Imperial Village.
Reasonable pricing and value. Some families share that they chose their community based on the reasonable pricing and value for the services and amenities provided, as expressed in reviews for Aspire at West End and The Westmont at Short Pump Community.
Engaging social activities. Communities offer an array of events and activities to keep residents engaged and active, as noted in reviews for Dogwood Terrace by Barclay House and The Westmont at Short Pump Community.
Resident satisfaction and community atmosphere. Overall, resident satisfaction and the sense of community are key factors mentioned in numerous reviews, such as at Aspire at West End and Everleigh Short Pump.
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Short Pump independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Short Pump independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Short Pump, 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 Short Pump 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 Short Pump partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Short Pump, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.2%
20.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
48.8%
30.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.2%
33.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.9%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Short Pump 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 Short Pump communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Short Pump, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.2%
36.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.2%
43%
Room service
Room service
37.2%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Short Pump 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 Short Pump offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Short Pump, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.8%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.2%
28.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.6%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.5%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.5%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.5%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.5%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
60.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
46.5%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.1%
46.1%
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Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and Heritage Green Hanover are the top-rated independent living facilities near Short Pump, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 47 independent living facilities near Short Pump, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Short Pump, Virginia is Aspire at West End. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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