Caring staff in a warm, home-like setting with engaging activities and thoughtful memory-care design.
Understaffing and high turnover lead to slow responses, maintenance gaps, and inconsistent communication.
Spring Arbor of Salisbury
Midlothian, VA
4.7 from 23 reviews
$4,140 to $9,000 / month
Friendly, attentive staff in a clean, accessible facility with engaging activities and strong family communication.
Higher-than-average cost compared with local norms.
Spring Arbor Cottage of Salisbury
Midlothian, VA
4.9 from 15 reviews
$6,303 to $8,463 / month
Friendly, attentive staff in a warm, engaging environment with good family communication.
Food variety and taste could improve; some activities could be updated, and outdoor spaces could be better maintained.
Spring Arbor Cottage
Midlothian, VA
Fully furnished assisted living with 24/7 supervision, ADL support, meals, and transport coordination.
The Pearl at Watkins Centre
Midlothian, VA
4.5 from 34 reviews
$5,500 to $6,800 / month
Spacious, clean facility with attentive staff and engaging memory-care activities.
Staffing turnover and cleanliness/communication concerns, including medication issues.
The Atlantic at Charter Colony
Midlothian, VA
3.4 from 8 reviews
$811 to $980 / month
Friendly staff, clean, spacious apartments, and a sociable community.
Post-COVID decline in activities and cleanliness after management changes; safety concerns among some residents; farther from VA hospital and perceived higher cost.
Morningside Of Bellgrade
Midlothian, VA
3.8 from 67 reviews
$2,950 to $4,475 / month
Caring staff with improved management and engaging activities.
Staffing turnover and communication gaps impacting care; occasional safety/cleanliness concerns.
Chesterfield Heights
Midlothian, VA
4.3 from 35 reviews
$2,665 to $4,295 / month
Friendly staff and well-maintained facilities with ample activities.
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