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Abingdon is a small city located close to the Tennessee/Virginia border. It is popular with seniors, and 23.4% of its 8,376 residents are aged 65 or over. The city’s low cost of living is one of several factors that make it attractive to retirees along with the wealth of recreational opportunities available in the area. The Johnson Memorial Hospital is located in Abingdon and is highly rated for several adult procedures. Both the air and water quality in the city are rated as above average, which may be important to seniors living with certain health conditions.
The average cost of assisted living in Abingdon’s four senior communities is $4,200 per month. Individual assisted living facilities may charge more or less than this depending on their size, location and any additional care options or amenities they offer.
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With an average monthly cost of $4,850, assisted living facilities in Virginia are more expensive than the national average ($4,300), and they charge far more than those in neighboring states. Kentucky and North Carolina are some of the cheapest nearby states with fees of $3,699 and $3,800 respectively. Fees are also below average in Tennessee ($4,039) and West Virginia ($4,000).
Across Virginia, assisted living prices vary considerably. With fees of $4,200 per month, assisted living in Abingdon is slightly more affordable than average for the state. However, seniors pay slightly less further east in Blacksburg ($4,000) and Richmond ($3,645). Fees in Lynchburg, in the heart of the state, are $4,939. Prices are highest in the north of the state averaging $5,893 in Charlottesville and $6,286 in Harrisonburg.
Note: Data for Abingdon was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Kingsport, Tennessee, was used instead.
Seniors in Virginia who require long-term care may be eligible for the Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus Medicaid Waiver. This waiver can be used to cover part of the cost of care in an assisted living facility.
Learn more about the CCC Plus waiver plus eligibility requirements and how to apply at our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Abingdon Department of Aging | (276) 676-5565 | Abingdon Department of Aging delivers a variety of programs for older adults living in the city. It’s responsible for assistance programs, transportation, senior companion services and care services. The department works to help all older adults in Abingdon retain their independence and lead fulfilling lives as they age. |
| Abingdon Veterans Service Representative | (276) 623-0700 | The Department of Veterans Services supports former U.S. military personnel. Representatives offer advice and assistance to veterans who require help applying for VA benefits, pensions and related supports. They can also offer referrals to other services, assistance with health care and advice about support available to the immediate family members of veterans. |
| The Community Center of Abingdon | (276) 628-3911 | This Community Center of Abingdon hosts a variety of events for local residents, including socials and recreational activities for seniors. It also manages the Meals on Wheels program and is an access point for the Area Agency on Aging and the AARP. Seniors can visit the center to ask for advice and access services managed by those organizations. |
| Southwest Virginia Legal Aid Society | (888) 201-2772 | The Southwest Virginia Legal Aid Society offers free legal services to low-income individuals in its service area. It can assist seniors with civil legal issues including elder abuse, housing, benefits and Medicaid issues, family law and estate planning. |
| Assistive Technology Loan Fund Authority | (866) 835-5976 | The Assistive Technology Loan Fund Authority provides loans for durable medical equipment and assistive technology to individuals in Virginia who have qualifying disabilities. To be eligible for a loan, individuals must be able to demonstrate that they can repay the loan on time. Applications are assessed by a committee on a case-by-case basis. |
Assisted living facilities in Abingdon are regulated by the Virginia Department of Social Services. Facilities are required to abide by rules and regulations relating to staff training, care provision, health and safety. Learn more about these requirements at our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
