Best Independent Living in Salem, Virginia
6 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 6 independent living communities in Salem. Families rate them 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 224 public reviews.
- 6communities
- 4.4average rating, 5 rated
- 224family reviews read
TerraBella Salem
Salem, Virginia
4.6(57)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Salem Senior Citizens
Salem, Virginia
4.6(41)
Independent Living
Richfield Living - Knollwood Apartments
Salem, Virginia
4.7(9)
Independent Living
Richfield Living - Town Center
Salem, Virginia
5(2)
Independent Living
Friendship Salem Terrace
Salem, Virginia
4.2(38)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Friendship Richfield Living
Salem, Virginia
3.8(77)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated independent living in Salem
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.6 (57 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
TerraBella Salem is an assisted living and independent living community in Salem, Virginia, that emphasizes wellness programming, all-day dining flexibility, and concierge-style support for residents. While no direct…
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4.6 (41 reviews)· Independent Living
Salem Senior Citizens is more of a community activity center for seniors than a residential care community, and reviewers consistently praise its friendly atmosphere, variety of classes, and social events. Visitors…
- 3
Richfield Living - Knollwood Apartments
4.7 (9 reviews)· Independent Living
Richfield Living - Knollwood Apartments has only a handful of Google reviews, but the ones available touch on a mix of building services, meeting spaces, and front-desk staffing. Reviewers mention a responsive on-site…
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4.2 (38 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Reviewers describe Friendship Salem Terrace as a clean, well-maintained community with attractive apartments, valley views, and a range of recreational activities for residents. Several praised the memory care unit…
- 5
3.8 (77 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews for Friendship Richfield Living are sharply divided: residents and rehab patients in independent living and short-term therapy describe a warm, well-run community, while several families of skilled nursing/rehab…
What families say about independent living in Salem
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Salem communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 50%
- Food and dining 33%
- Activities and social life 33%
- Medical and nursing care 33%
- Building and grounds 33%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 50%
- Cost and billing 50%
- Staff attitude 33%
- Medical and nursing care 17%
“I want to give a huge thank you to Jannessa, med tech on the memory care level and say how much her kindness and knowledge has made my moms life at terra bella a good one. Jannessa is very caring and gets to know the residents. She is top notch! Thank you for all you do!”
“Very nice place to learn new crafts. I teach Chair canning every Tuesday 10 PM til 145PM. Come by and see what is going on sometime. You bring chair, pay forsupplies and u can have new seat in now time.”
Independent Living in Salem: the figures
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (5), wheelchair accessible (4), 24-hour staff (4), social activities (4), medication management (3), emergency call system (3).
Independent Living near Salem
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke6.6 mi | 46 | 4.2 / 5 | 6.6 mi |
| Blacksburg19.4 mi | 14 | 4.2 / 5 | 19.4 mi |
| Christiansburg20.9 mi | 8 | 4.8 / 5 | 20.9 mi |
| Radford29.1 mi | 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 29.1 mi |
| Bedford30.5 mi | 9 | 4.3 / 5 | 30.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Salem, 224 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Salem ask about.
- Home Care in Virginia: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Complete Independent Living Moving Checklist For Stress-Free Senior Relocation
- How Independent Living Supports An Active Senior Lifestyle
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Independent Living in Salem: Common Questions
How many independent living communities are in Salem, Virginia?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 independent living communities in Salem, Virginia, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which independent living communities in Salem are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Richfield Living - Knollwood Apartments (4.7★, 9 ratings), TerraBella Salem (4.6★, 57 ratings), Salem Senior Citizens (4.6★, 41 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Salem?
Beyond independent living, Salem has skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), assisted living (4 communities), at-home care (4 communities), memory care (3 communities), home health (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate independent living in Salem?
Families rate Salem independent living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 224 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Salem independent living communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Salem communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 50%), food and dining (mentioned for 33%), activities and social life (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are communication with families (50%), cost and billing (50%), staff attitude (33%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Salem bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
