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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rip Rap, VA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Rip Rap area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Rip Rap. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 84 independent living facilities in Rip Rap, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Rip Rap, VA
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House in Danville, VA
5.0

We picked this community, because of the friendliness of the staff management cleanliness and out the other patients were being traded it was a super placeThey did a wonderful job with my mom and the staff treated her and the other people like family. I would highly recommend it.

The Addison in Durham, NC
4.5

I would recommend to others. Overall, we are happy with the experience our mother is having, given her condition. The work of managing the memory care facility has got to be difficult and I appreciate them keeping her safe. Can't expect much more.

The Canterbury House in Roxboro, NC
5.0

We chose Canterbury House because it is very close to our home so it makes it convenient. The staff is really friendly and very helpful. The appearance of the community is just very warm and welcoming. When we visited the community everyone was very welcoming and extremely friendly. We are very pleased with Canterbury House and would very highly recommend this community.

Brookdale Meadowmont

100 Lanark Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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48 reviews

My loved one is currently a resident at Brookdale Meadowmont and the overall experience has been great so far. The staff is better than great. The food is typical institutional food, I don't like it but our...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At our senior living community in Chapel Hill, N.C., which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, you can be your best possible self. As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active while receiving  assistance for bathing, dressing and medications....

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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield

12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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109 reviews

My dad moved in to the Gardens in 2019 and really enjoys living there. The apartments are lovely and spacious, but the thing that sets the place apart is the staff. [name removed] is such a warm and...

Provides: Independent Living
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The Gardens at Wakefield provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.The Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, NC, the capital and second largest city in the state. The community is conveniently located in the northeast corner of Raleigh with close proximity to...

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Atria Oakridge

10810 Sandy Oak Lane, Raleigh, NC 27614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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68 reviews

I am an a caretaker who happens to be an only child. Caring for my 90 year old mom was beginning to be taxing. My mom was experiencing loneliness and anxiety living alone. It was challenging for me to...

Provides: Independent Living
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Atria Oakridge offers residents a lively social atmosphere while taking care of the housekeeping, cooking, and even transportation. Whether escaping with a good book on our patio or cheering on your favorite team in our sports lounge, your time is truly yours. We offer educational and cultural...

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Verena at Bedford Falls

1580 Dunn Rd., Raleigh, NC 27614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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32 reviews

There are so many great residents to be friends with. The food us really good! The staff here really cares too. The crowd here feels young lively. The apartments are modern and well laid out. I love it here!

Provides: Independent Living
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Do you love natural beauty, or is it the buzz of city happenings that you prefer? At Verena at Bedford Falls, one of the True Connection Communities, you don’t have to choose. We are ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood, only a stone’s throw from the thriving heart of Raleigh, the City of...

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Brookdale North Raleigh

1200 Carlos Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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74 reviews

What we like the most about Brookdale North Raleigh are the friendships our loved one is making, not eating alone, and the activities. Also having OT and PT on-site when she needs it. Based on the experience...

Provides: Independent Living
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Our exceptional senior care community offers independent living services for seniors in Raleigh, N.C., which is renowned for its high quality of life. With pet-friendly apartments designed to feel and function like home, a jam-packed activities calendar and upscale conveniences, our community is...

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The Cambridge at Brier Creek

7901 TW Alexander Dr, Raleigh, NC 27617

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9.5
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9 reviews

I am currently a resident at The Cambridge at Brier Creek and everything about my experience here has been great so far. The housekeeping and cleanliness is great. The meals and activities are great. The...

Provides: Independent Living
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We believe every day is an opportunity for Optimal Living® – from your community, to your health, to your overall well being. Perfectly situated between Raleigh and Durham, our Brier Creek location provides the best of both worlds – from cultural events to outdoor adventures, and everything in...

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Bartlett Reserve

300 Meredith Dr, Durham, NC 27713

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9.5
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91 reviews

Facility is nice. Staff are very friendly. I really like that their restaurant hours are 7am-7pm and menu has a good selection. They have so many activities for the residents. Great place! The only critique...

Provides: Independent Living
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Bartlett Reserve is an independent living community located in Durham, NC, in the heart of the Triangle area near Research Triangle Park. The team at Bartlett Reserve sought to create an entirely new independent senior living concept, blending the needs of today’s seniors with 4-star level...

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Whispering Pines

7501 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC 27615

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9.5
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48 reviews

Friendly staff, food is high institutional, residents are mostly welcoming, could be cleaner. Activities have been very good. The outings are either Educational or entertaining or both. I am treated as an...

Provides: Independent Living
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At Whispering Pines, we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities and pour coffee at mealtime while taking the time to get to know each of our...

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Holiday Durham Regent

3007 Pickett Road, Durham, NC 27705

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
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73 reviews

This is a great place for my Mom! Staff are friendly and caring! I think she is adjusting well. She still has her get up and go! I would recommend this place for anyone looking for a reputable place for your...

Provides: Independent Living
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Durham Regent provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Tucked away in a quiet corner of Durham Chapel Hill, you'll love the vibrant community steeped in rich academia and a proud sports tradition with Duke University and the University of North Carolina both...

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Carolina Reserve of Durham

4523 Hope Valley Rd, Durham, NC 27707

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9.1
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44 reviews

I have a warm, spacious and comfortable room. The staff is patient, helpful, alert and sincere. I feel safe in my environment and well cared for. There is a significant amount of activities geared...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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A new home but in old fashioned comfort. Carolina Reserve of Durham is an assisted living community that nurtures independence through the provision of 24 hour assistance to our residents including medication administration, 3 meals per day and snacks daily, personal laundry, exercise program,...

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Sunrise of North Hills

615 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27609

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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89 reviews

All categories are a 5. We were very very pleased with the care he received. The nurses aides were so gentle with [name removed] dad and very friendly helpful to us as the family.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...

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Adorable Senior Living

401 W Queen St, Hillsborough, NC 27278

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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4 reviews

I moved my mom to Adorable Senior Living after she sustained a terrible fall at another facility. The ladies at Adorable were nothing but kind and caring. They showed compassion for the resident and...

Provides: Assisted Living

Adorable Senior Living is a 17 bed Assisted Living facility located in Hillsborough NC. We have been at location for more than 50 years with new ownership in the last 4 years. Our staff members have over 25 years combined in senior care.We are located near historic district in downtown...

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Brookdale Durham

4434 Ben Franklin Boulevard, Durham, NC 27704

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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68 reviews

They are all very friendly and nice. They are sweet to the residents. The cost for the value was better than the others. The facility is kept up very well and is a pleasant place to visit.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At our exclusive senior living community in Durham, N.C., which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, you can be your best possible self in an environment of luxury, beauty and sophistication. As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active while receiving...

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Falls River Villages

1110 Falls River Ave, Raleigh, NC 27614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.8
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35 reviews

Great staff. [name removed] was very accommodating. We were scrambling to get my brother in law tranfered out of rehab into an assisted living facility. Falls river went out of there way to meet are needs...

Provides: Assisted Living
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At Falls River Village, our goal is to provide the highest quality-of-life for each of our residents. Falls River Village is dedicated to our life engagement philosophy of social, psychological, spiritual and physical well-being for every resident. This dedicaiton is reflected in every erffort...

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Holiday Emerald Pond

205 Emerald Pond Lane, Durham, NC 27705

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8.8
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80 reviews

Everything is a 5 except for activities. There has been no activity director and no activities for most of the year. For someone like my mother, that ruins the place because she says she just sits alone in...

Provides: Independent Living
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Emerald Pond provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on a peaceful 100-acre nature preserve that features ponds, walking trails and abundant wildlife, Emerald Pond is the home you're looking for in Durham. Our community was ranked the #1 Foodiest Small...

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Brookdale Wake Forest

611 Brooks Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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34 reviews

My mom needed a safe setting when she was not able to function at home. We were so fortunate to find her a spot at Brookdale. The staff is professional and kind. Mom is happy and content. They take good care...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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You want to keep living your best life, and our community in the quaint college town of Wake Forest, North Carolina can help you do just that. Our beautifully landscaped campus is located near shopping, restaurants, and physicians’ offices, and we offer assisted living and memory care for our...

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Atria Southpoint Walk

5705 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC 27713

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8.2
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44 reviews

Atria seems like a 5 in all categories so far. At Atria everyone is super friendly and helpful. The facilities are top notch and the food is good with lots of choices. It is very clean, there are a wide...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Atria Southpoint Walk encourages active older adults to spend their time as they wish, knowing everything from housekeeping to cooking and even transportation is handled for them. Our convenient location a short distance from shopping, restaurants, universities and parks, combined with a robust...

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Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House

1111 N Main St, Danville, VA 24541

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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5 reviews

I give them all a 5! This has been a wonderful experience and my mom LOVES living there! She loves the activities. This week a preschool class came to visit. My mom read a Pumpkin book and another...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House has long been the area’s premier choice for retirement living and is now even better. Offering the choice of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, our residents live comfortably in the beauty of this historic building. Our community has recently...

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The Addison

4713 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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28 reviews

Staff provided support just like they said they would during a challenging time. They provided clarity about costs and services, and readily provided referrals to additional needed services after learning...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We're here to encourage an engaged senior lifestyle in a caring, supportive environment. You'll find dedicated services and comfortable amenities all with an at-home feel. OUR RESIDENTS LIVE worry-free surrounded by good friends and exceptional service. EVERYTHING ABOUT THE ADDISON OF DURHAM SAYS...

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Cardinal Senior Communities at Danville

432 Hermitage Dr, Danville, VA 24541

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.4
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31 reviews

The staff at Cardinal Senior Communities at Danville are committed to making your loved one feel safe, comfortable and a part of the community.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

At Cardinal Senior Living at Danville, we provide residence with quality care and assistance in their daily routine when needed, while promoting independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24...

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TerraBella Northridge

421 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC 27615

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.4
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85 reviews

The staff at Terra Bella has been wonderful and very caring. The health aides are attentive and very nice to my Mom. The activities director has been great at getting my Mom involved. This is a major feat,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...

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Mebane Ridge

1999 NC-119, Mebane, NC 27302

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.3
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22 reviews

We thought Mebane Ridge was a great place for mom to be. We picked this community because it was close to home, warm home like feeling inside, and they had a memory care unit.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Mebane Ridge Assisted Living is located in the city of Mebane, North Carolina, a part of Orange and Alamance Counties. This community offers seniors a caring place to live, giving them the support that they need on a regular basis. Mebane provides residents and guests with attractions and things...

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Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston

435 Hamilton Blvd, South Boston, VA 24592

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.2
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8 reviews

I can say that the new director [name removed] is nice, attentive, and strives to please. As well as [name removed], the sales & marketing. The aides usually assist the residents. The nurses are always at...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Commonwealth Assisted Living at South Boston, is nestled near the southern border of Virginia. Located in Halifax County, we're close to various main highways as well as the Halifax Regional Hospital, various doctor's offices, churches, and entertainment locations. When you live on our spacious...

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The Lodge at Wake Forest

1151 South Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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32 reviews

From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income....

Provides: Independent Living
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The Lodge at Wake Forest has been voted "Best of the Best" in senior living for 7 years in a row. We are managed by Holiday Retirement, who pioneered Independent Living in 1971. The Lodge offers everything our residents need under one roof: billiard and game room, chapel, beauty salon, library,...

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Capital Oaks Retirement Resort

6498 Ray Road, Raleigh, NC 27613

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.2
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42 reviews

Not at all the fault of the facility- wonderful people and wonderful residents Mom didn’t get the level of care needed when she first arrived - she was not independent and we didn’t realize that until she...

Provides: Independent Living
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Capital Oaks is the perfect choice for people with a passion for living who are looking for comfort, independence, security, convenience, and a friendly community in the place they call home. Month-to-month rent for studio, 1, 2, & 3 bedroom suites provide all-inclusive services including...

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Cost of independent living in Rip Rap, VA

The average cost of senior living in Rip Rap is 4,242 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brodnax, VA with an average of 2,928 per month.

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Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Verena at Bedford Falls are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rip Rap, Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 84 independent living facilities near Rip Rap, Virginia. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Rip Rap, Virginia are Brookdale Meadowmont, Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, and Atria Oakridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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