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Independent living in Vinton, VA

1 independent living community and continuing care retirement communities from public records.

Independent living community
1
in Vinton
Units
180
across all 1
Adults 65+
1,476
Census estimate for Vinton
Within 25 miles
3
of the center of Vinton
Independent LivingNursing Homes 1Senior Apartments 2
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Source: CMS Care Compare, Nursing Home Provider Information, processed Sep 1, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Vinton (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Independent living communities near Vinton

Counting neighboring towns, there are 3 independent living communities within 25 miles of the center of Vinton, 2 more than in Vinton itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Vinton

See all 3 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Independent living in Vinton at a glance

There is one independent living community in Vinton, VA, according to CMS Care Compare records.1

Licensing and oversight

How independent living is regulated in Virginia

Independent living is housing. Any assisted living, memory care or nursing care offered on the same campus is licensed separately; in Virginia, residential care is licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services.2

Paying for care

Ways to pay for independent living in Virginia

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Virginia Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Virginia Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.4
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.5 The Virginia Department of Veterans Services helps with claims (804-786-0286).6
Medicare counseling
Virginia’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-552-3402.7

Local resources

Local help for families in Vinton

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Roanoke County8

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Roanoke County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Local Office on Aging AAA Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program9

    (540) 345-0451

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Roanoke County.

    Website

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Virginia Adult Protective Services

    888-832-3858

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Virginia Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program (VICAP)7

    1-800-552-3402

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Virginia Department of Veterans Services6

    804-786-0286

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Virginia Medicaid agency3

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about independent living in Vinton

How many independent living communities are in Vinton, VA?

WeFoundCare lists 1 independent living community in Vinton, VA, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Vinton there are 3.

How many units can independent living communities in Vinton serve?

1 of the 1 independent living communities report units, for a combined 180 units. The Census Bureau estimates 1,476 adults age 65 and older live in Vinton.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Vinton?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Roanoke County, call (540) 345-0451. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Virginia Adult Protective Services at 888-832-3858.

Are there independent living communities near Vinton?

Nearby cities with listings include Roanoke (1, 3.9 mi), Daleville (1, 9.8 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing independent living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Vinton

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from CMS Care Compare (Nursing Home Provider Information), Sep 1, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Vinton (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.10
  • Units is the figure on the public record; 1 of 1 independent living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Vinton (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Nursing Home Provider Information. data.cms.gov/provider-data/dataset/4pq5-n9py Accessed Sep 1, 2026.
  2. Virginia Department of Social Services, Division of Licensing Programs. dss.virginia.gov/facility/search/alf.cgi Accessed .
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.