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Commonwealth Senior Living At Farnham

Commonwealth Senior Living At Farnham is an assisted living and memory care community in Farnham, VA.

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  • Interior

    A cozy and modern bedroom with a wooden bed, decorative pillows, and indoor plants.
  • Outdoors

    An elderly man stands beside a garden, proudly holding fresh produce with a sign that reads 'Gilbert's Garden.'
  • Decor

    A cozy living room featuring a striped sofa adorned with decorative cushions, soft lighting, and wall art.
  • Building

    A building with an American flag flying in front, surrounded by greenery on a clear day.
  • Architecture

    A modern building entrance with a covered driveway under a cloudy sky.
  • Trees

    A suburban house with a front porch, surrounded by a neatly maintained yard and trees.
  • Windows

    A building entrance with white columns and brick exterior.
  • Landscaping

    A cozy single-story house with a front porch, seating, and small trees lining the walkway.
  • Floor Plan

    A detailed floor plan of a two-bedroom apartment featuring a living/dining area, kitchen, two bathrooms, and a patio.

511 Cedar Grove Road, Farnham, VA 22460

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.7 from 74 reviews
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Commonwealth Senior Living At Farnham Costs & Pricing

Commonwealth Senior Living At Farnham offers competitive pricing for its accommodation options when compared to the wider market in Richmond County and across Virginia. For a studio, residents will find that the cost aligns with both the county and state average at $3,900 per month. Similarly, the semi-private room option is also priced at $3,900, which mirrors local trends while remaining attractive to potential residents. The 1-bedroom unit is offered at $4,560, matching the county rate but slightly exceeding the statewide average of $4,257. Overall, Commonwealth Senior Living At Farnham presents a balanced value proposition for seniors seeking quality living arrangements within a supportive community environment.

Floor plansCommonwealth Senior Living At FarnhamRichmond CountyVirginia
Studio$3,900$3,900$4,436
Semi-Private$3,900$3,900$3,991
1 Bedroom$4,560$4,560$4,257

Overall Review of Commonwealth Senior Living At Farnham

common 32 reviews mention this

Attentive, caring staff stands out

Residents and families consistently describe staff as kind, attentive, and respectful.

Across the reviews, people emphasize how friendly, helpful, and compassionate the staff is, including direct-care workers. Several families mention staff knowing residents by name, communicating with families, and treating residents with patience and dignity. Some reviewers specifically call out care for dementia and hospice support, describing gentle approaches and concern for comfort. A few reviews also note that responsiveness can vary, including one comment about limited interaction or difficulty meeting certain needs for residents who stay in bed.

common 28 reviews mention this

Clean, well kept environment

Many reviewers say the facility is consistently clean and well maintained.

Multiple residents and families describe the building as clean, neat, and well maintained, often mentioning spotless rooms or tidy common areas. Cleanliness is also paired with comfort details, such as “no unpleasant odors” in one review. Where issues came up, they were more about comfort and small environmental setbacks than overall upkeep, including a reported foul smell in one memory care unit and comments about the space feeling too hot or too dark at night. Overall, cleanliness shows up as one of the most repeatable positives in the reviews.

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Dining quality is mixed

Food quality and meal satisfaction are inconsistent across reviews.

Some reviews praise the meals as tasty, fresh, and well prepared, including comments about home-cooked or on-site meal preparation and good variety. Others are disappointed, including reports that food is not too good, that farm-to-table expectations were not met, or that meals contributed to weight loss. A reviewer also describes a practical mismatch in meal service for their villa compared with the standard 3 meals a day. Together, the feedback suggests dining is a key area where experiences can differ by unit and caregiver approach.

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Memory care and hospice support

Reviews frequently connect the community’s dementia and hospice support with better comfort and peace of mind.

Several families describe loved ones in memory care or with dementia, saying staff provided personalized attention, empathy, and support as needs changed. Multiple reviewers also mention hospice coming in and describe medication oversight and nursing attention as part of the care they valued. One family even contrasts the experience with a previous memory support situation, describing improved attention and engagement. These stories align with the community offering memory care programming and hospice-related support options.

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Rural setting supports a quieter feel

Reviewers describe a rural, quieter setting with easy access for daily needs.

In the reviews, people mention the community’s rural setting and a quieter atmosphere, including comments about little traffic and a calm environment. Another family also points to the convenience of having independent living, assisted living, and memory care in the same location. This shows up as part of why families feel comfortable choosing the community for longer-term needs. For nearby errands and services, the area includes local worship locations, physician offices, and a hospital within the listing’s nearby set.

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Pricing looks competitive for families

Families mention the overall value and competitive pricing when choosing Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham.

A few reviewers explicitly connect their decision to cost value, describing the community as a strong fit for the money. Another family mentions the value for the cost as “pretty good,” and one more highlights good value alongside care. Price expectations in the listing span units from $3,900 to $4,560, with the 1-bedroom pricing noted as above the county average but below the state average. Overall, the review feedback focuses less on savings and more on whether pricing matches what families receive.

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Features

Housing

  • 55 resident community capacity 55 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financial aid Financial aid
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Farnham, Virginia offers a serene and welcoming environment for senior living. With several places of worship nearby, including the Southern Baptist Convention and Oakland United Methodist Church, residents have opportunities for spiritual enrichment and community involvement. Access to healthcare is convenient with Callao Medical Arts and Warsaw Medical Center in close proximity. Additionally, the area boasts a variety of dining options such as Nino's Pizza and Relish Restaurant and Wine Bar, providing residents with diverse culinary experiences. The presence of pharmacies like Walgreens and Tappahannock Pharmacy ensures easy access to medications. For leisure activities, seniors can enjoy parks like Warsaw Town Park or explore nature at the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Transportation services are also readily available, making it easy for seniors to navigate the area. Overall, this part of Farnham offers a peaceful and well-equipped community for senior living.

Places of Worship

  • Southern Baptist Convention (2.6 miles)
  • Oakland United Methodist Church (3.1 miles)
  • Calvary United Methodist (4.3 miles)
  • Rappahannock Church Of Christ (6.2 miles)
  • Lyells Chapel Baptist Church (6.5 miles)
  • Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (7.1 miles)
  • Zion Church (7.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Krispy Krunchy Chicken (5.2 miles)
  • Nino's Pizza (6.7 miles)
  • El Indio Azteca Mexican Restaurant (6.7 miles)
  • Subway (8.4 miles)
  • Almost There (8.5 miles)
  • Relish Restaurant and Wine Bar (9.1 miles)
  • Relish At Rivahside (9.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Callao Medical Arts (6.5 miles)
  • Warsaw Medical Center (9.3 miles)
  • Warsaw Medical Arts-Pediatrics (10 miles)
  • Tappahannock Dialysis Center (13.6 miles)
  • Northern Neck Bone & Joint (14 miles)
  • Riverside Pain Management (14 miles)
  • Davis Tiffany Riverside Surgical Specialists Tappahannock (14.2 miles)

Parks

  • Warsaw Town Park (9.2 miles)
  • Essex Parks & Recreation Department (13.5 miles)
  • Rappahannock River Valley National Wildilfe Refuge (14.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (10.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (13.5 miles)
  • Tappahannock Pharmacy (13.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (16.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (16.8 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (13.4 miles)
  • Budget Truck Rental (13.4 miles)
  • Tappahannock-Essex County Airport (XSA) (15.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Kindred Hospice (13.4 miles)
  • Riverside Tappahannock Hospital (14.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Java Jacks Coffee House (13.4 miles)
  • Rivahside Cafe (13.4 miles)
  • Something Different (16.1 miles)
  • The Alley Cafe and Sports Bar (16.7 miles)

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