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Staunton is a small city in the Shenandoah Valley. This quiet and slightly rural community is popular with seniors due to the low cost of living, low crime rates, and beautiful scenery. Of the city’s 25,750 residents, 21% are seniors. The area sees pleasant weather for most of the year, with 216 days of sun and an average of 41 inches of rain each year. Visitors and residents alike will find Staunton a convenient base for exploring the Blue Ridge mountains, and more locally; there are numerous attractions, including the Frontier Culture Museum and the city’s historic Main Street.
The average cost of assisted living in Staunton is $4,850 per month. Individual facilities may charge more or less depending on their size, location and the amenities they offer.
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The average monthly cost of assisted living in Staunton is $4,850, more than 10% above the national average, but the same as the state average. Of the neighboring states, only Maryland has higher fees, averaging $5,000 per month. In West Virginia, assisted living typically costs $4,000, and in North Carolina, average fees are $3,800. Kentucky is the cheapest nearby state, with fees of $3,699.
Staunton’s assisted living fees are in line with the state average. Fees are much higher in nearby Harrisonburg ($6,286) and slightly higher in Lynchburg ($4,939). Further north in Winchester, fees average $4,304. In Blacksburg, to the far south, seniors pay an average of $4,000 per month for assisted living. Richmond is one of the most affordable cities in the state when it comes to assisted living, with average monthly fees of just $3,645.
Seniors living in Virginia may be eligible for the Auxiliary Grant if they receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or have a qualifying medical condition. This grant is paid monthly and can be used to cover a portion of the cost of care in an assisted living facility.
Learn more about the Auxiliary Grant, the eligibility criteria and how to apply at our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Valley Program for Aging Services | (540) 949-7141 | The Valley Program for Aging Services works with those aged 60 and older and provides a variety of services to help those seniors live active and healthy lives. It runs health and wellness programs, helps seniors access supportive services, and delivers meals on wheels, senior transportation, and homemaker services. Seniors can use VPAS as a contact point for referral to other services or get involved with the organization’s social events and outreach programs to form a new social network. |
| Staunton Veterans Affairs Office | (540) 886-5777 | The Staunton Veterans Affairs Office provides veterans and their surviving spouses with information about VA benefits, pensions and other support options. It helps people understand what they’re eligible for and to complete application forms. It also helps those who have been declined benefits or other payments appeal against the VA’s decision. |
| Senior Transportation | (540) 949-7411 | Seniors living in the Valley Area can call the Transportation Navigator for advice about their transport options. A trained operative will help the senior arrange transportation to medical appointments or for other purposes. There are many low-cost, disability-friendly transport options for local seniors to choose from, including some that can be used for non-emergency medical transit purposes such as collecting prescriptions or getting home after a hospital discharge. |
| Martha’s Meals on Wheels | (540) 886-1219 | Martha’s Meals on Wheels is a non-profit that provides nutritious home-cooked meals to those unable to shop or prepare their own food. The organization relies on donations from the community to fund its program and will work with all homebound individuals in the area regardless of their age or income. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday, and the suggested fee is $4 per meal. |
| Blue Ridge Legal Services, Inc. | (540) 662-5021 | This nonprofit legal aid society serves residents of Shenandoah Valley and offers free legal aid for civil issues. Seniors can request information and support about property issues, veterans benefits, elder abuse, estate planning and other similar problems. Legal aid is available to those who meet income and other eligibility criteria, and applications for support can be made online or via the telephone. |
Staunton assisted living communities are required to comply with the laws and regulations in the state of Virginia. These regulations cover health and safety standards, care levels, staffing and rules around medication and accommodation. Visit the Assisted Living in Virginia page to learn more about state regulations.
