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Assisted living costs in Mathews average about $5,053 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Mathews. Our detailed directory has 49 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House
1111 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
6.3
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38 reviews
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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
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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.
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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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
3.0
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3.0
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They were very friendly and welcoming. The facility was always clean. Staff extremely friendly. Staff knowledgeable and helpful. The food seemed good. Activities offered were good. Overall value for the...
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 Kilmarnock was designed with seniors in mind and created to provide a comfortable but dignified style of living. Caring comes naturally to us, so that each resident has the assistance he or she needs or wants. Our specialized and newly remodeled MEMORY CARE UNIT...
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Everyone I’ve been in contact with has been pleasant and cooperative. They have always been positive and upbuilding. I am as happy as I can be here in Assisted Living, however, I do have a keen desire to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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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: Assisted 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.
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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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 assisted living in Mathews, VA

The average cost of senior living in Mathews is $5,053 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smithfield, VA with an average of $4,435 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mathews, VA vs. nearby cities

Mathews, VA
$5,053/mo
$4,821/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mathews, VA vs. the state and national average

Mathews, VA
$5,053/mo
U.S. national average
$4,741/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mathews vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,053/mo
$5,053/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mathews, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,811/mo
Studio
$5,976/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,760/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Mathews over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mathews, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Mathews.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mathews

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mathews

Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

Spring Arbor of Williamsburg

4.8
The staff at Spring Arbor really helped us out during a difficult time, so based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to other families. They have so many different activities for the residents to participate in.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House

4.3
Not only has the friendliness of the staff members impressed us, but even on the tour the residents were coming up to us, and was telling us how well they are being taken care of and just how much they enjoy it here. That was very impressive.

Mathews assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Mathews that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mathews, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mathews assisted living

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 Mathews Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mathews, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mathews assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mathews partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mathews, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Mathews assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mathews communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mathews, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mathews assisted 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 assisted living communities in Mathews offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mathews, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
29.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mathews

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Mathews protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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