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Charlottesville is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia. It’s home to Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, and rich in U.S. history. The city is also home to the University of Virginia.
Assisted living is a good option for aging adults who consistently need a helping hand with basic life activities, such as making meals and getting dressed, but don’t need the high level of medical supervision that’s provided in nursing homes. Charlottesville residents pay an average of $5,700 a month for assisted living care, making the city more expensive than most cities in Virginia and the wider U.S.
Read on for a cost comparison of assisted living prices within Virginia, a short guide on financial assistance options for long-term care and an overview of senior support organizations serving Charlottesville.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Virginia. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
The average monthly cost of assisted living care in Charlottesville is $5,700.
Across the state of Virginia, the average monthly cost of assisted living care is $5,250, which is roughly 8% lower than in Charlottesville. Across the U.S. as a whole, the average cost is $4,500, which is roughly 21% lower than in Charlottesville.
Roanoke, where seniors pay $5,295 a month, and Harrisonburg, where they pay $5,711, are the only Virginia cities that report higher average costs than Charlottesville. Winchester, at $5,015, and state capital, Richmond, at $4,901, are roughly $700 to $800 cheaper than Charlottesville on a monthly basis. The lowest reported average monthly price for assisted living care in Virginia is found in Lynchburg at $4,625. Virginia Beach, at $4,690 a month, and Staunton, at $4,708 a month, are also about $1,000 less costly than Charlottesville.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Virginia.
| Contact | Description | |
| Jefferson Area Board for Aging | (434) 817-5222 | The AAA advocates for the needs of seniors in the area and their caretakers. Programs address wellness and nutrition for the elderly, health screenings, assistance locating and applying for government benefits and placement in a long term care facility. |
| Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 552-3402 | Ombudsman services address the needs of the elderly in long-term care communities, conducting investigating complaints from those in assisted living communities. Other services include lobbying for the rights of the elderly at the state and national levels. |
| Central Virginia Legal Aid Society (CVLAS) | (434) 296-8851 | Seniors who meet certain income criteria may be eligible for free legal counsel and help with civil cases. Area attorneys can help the elderly with divorce, bankruptcy, drafting wills or help to pursue cases of elder abuse or complaints about long-term care communities. |
| The Center Charlottesville | (434) 974-7756 | The Center is a community outreach center that operates a volunteer match program for area seniors. Those who choose to volunteer are matched with different agencies based on their skills and interests. |
| Charlottesville Veterans Benefits Office | (434) 529-6431 | Caseworkers help veterans and their surviving spouses access benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs. The local VA center also organizes support groups covering topics such as grief, PTSD, and mental health and substance abuse. |
| All Blessings Flow | (434) 825-0135 | This is a free service offering durable medical equipment to area seniors in need. Items are refurbished and can include wheelchairs, walkers and canes, TTY equipment and toileting chairs. The stock of items can vary, as the program depends on donations. |
| Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) | (434) 970-3649 | The City of Charlottesville operates a fixed route bus system, which offers reduced fares for seniors. There is a free shuttle that serves a limited area, and handicapped shuttle transportation is available by request. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Charlottesville area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
