Virginia Beach In-Home Care

Virginia Beach with its miles of beaches and waterways is a laid-back city with plenty of outdoor amenities. And it's also close enough for day trips to major metro areas like Washington D.C. If you're searching for assisted living communities in the Virginia Beach area, you'll find 81 choices in our database.

No matter where you live in the area, you'll never be more than 15 minutes away from the beach. And there are dozens of parks, with walking trails, bird watching, and historical reminders. Here's a sampling of just some of things to do in the area: scout the 2,700-acre First Landing State Park; stroll the 3-mile long boardwalk on Virginia Beach with shops and restaurants; explore False Cape State Park where wild horses roam and bald eagles perch; and take in the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center has an IMAX theater, 300 exhibits, and a nature trail.

While the cost of living in Virginia Beach is 10% higher than the national average, it is still low compared to most areas in Virginia. For example, car insurance averages just $1,523 a year. State and local taxes add up to 9.1%. There are taxes on retirement income but the state allows a handful of deductions for seniors meeting certain criteria. And there is no inheritance or estate tax. Expect to pay a minimum of $2,000 a month for an assisted living facility. To see inspection reports on assisted living facilities in Virginia Beach, click here for the Virginia Department of Social Services.

Virginia Beach has a Senior Resource Center in the Creeds area. Here you'll find information, assistance, activities, and socialization. Activities and lecture are provided at no cost. Ask about transportation services and the weekly senior lunch.

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