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The Metro-Richmond area offers a variety of retirement housing options for the fifty-plus population. From the countryside to the Fan, from independent to assisted living to rehabilitative and nursing care, the perfect retirement community is available to match your interests and needs. The Guide offers a listing of some of the best senior housing options in the local area. For more information regarding any facility, call the telephone number listed.
The following key will indicate the type of care the facility provides.
ADC = Adult Day Care AL = Assisted Living ALZ = Alzheimer’s Care CC = Continuing Care IND = Independent NC = Nursing Care RH = Rehabilitation RSP = Respite Care SNF = Skilled Nursing Facility
community that offers independent, assisted living with on-site nursing home
care available. A full-service restaurant, retail services, pharmacy, bank,
post office, grocery, beauty and barbershops, and rehabilitation services
are all on site. Residents live in studio, one- or two-bedroom patio
apartments and penthouses. There are a variety of special programs and
entertainment for residents.
Key: IND, AL, RSP
Brand
New Retirement Community, The Atlantic at Twin Hickory will be home to many
who want to spend their golden years enjoying life at a luxurious apartment
campus for seniors 55+ without having to worry about their "gold" as it is
affordably priced starting at $722. You can watch your favorite Bing Crosby
movie or play Canasta with your neighbors in the Palm Room. Or you might
want to relax to some classical music as you read your favorite novel by the
fireplace in the Scottish Room. The Choice is exclusively yours. Whatever
you decide to do, you know you have made the right choice for you. Come see
us today and see why this management team has won Northern VA Resident
Retention Award, Nominated for Richmond Apartment Management Association
Manager of the Year Award and RAMA Leasing Consultant of the Year
Award....Your family will be glad you did...and yes, you can bring your
small four legged friend as well. We are conveniently located at Nuckols
Road and Hickory Park Drive in Glen Allen. Ask for Sarah or Andrea. At the
Atlantic at Twin Hickory, we are not only building Senior Apartment Homes,
we are also building Friendships. Key: IND, AL, RSP
Beaufont
Towers offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Alzheimer's Care in
an attractive home-like setting. Residents choose from spacious studio, one-
or two-bedroom apartments, all with full kitchens and private baths. Fine
dining, an emergency call system, a library, beauty shop, and landscaped
grounds with a gazebo and gardening areas are just a few of the amenities
that Beaufont Towers offers. Small pets are welcome. Beaufont Towers is
conveniently located behind Chippenham Hospital. Please call us today for a
tour of our lovely community and ask about our specials, Key:
IND, AL, ALZ, RSP
Located
on the campus of Beth Sholom Lifecare Community, the Gardens provides
affordable assisted living, housekeeping, elegant dining, and a full array
of activities. The Gardens offers 3 levels of care with licensed nurses and
aides on duty 24 hours. The memory-enhancement center offers specialized
programming for residents. The Outpatient Rehabilitation Center with skilled
care is available on campus. Spacious one- and two-bedroom studio apartments
are available. No entrance or community fees. Utilities are included.
Key: AL, NC, RH, RSP
Covenant
Woods, an accredited continuing--care retirement community, is located on
70+ scenic acres along Lee Davis Road in Mechanicsville. The community
includes cottages and apartments, and provides multiple amenities: elegant
dining, library, billiards room, barber/beauty shop, a new therapeutic pool
and beautiful pond with walking trail-plus transportation, maintenance, and
housekeeping services. Most importantly, residents have the peace of mind of
knowing that assisted living, memory support, and nursing care are
available. Key: AL, ALZ, CC, IND, NC, RH, RSP
lifestyle. We bring an uncommon approach to distinctive retirement living,
blending understated elegance with personalized service. Located on scenic
Pantops Mountain just minutes from the heart of Charlottesville, Jefferson
Heights sets itself apart from other retirement communities by providing
optional services to suit your needs rather than mandatory packages.
Discover the difference! Don't miss your opportunity to live at this
beautiful community - call and make your appointment to tour today!
Key: IND
restaurants,
doctor's offices and hospitals. We offer spacious one-, two-, and
three-bedroom garden-style apartments with sunny eat-in kitchens, walk-in
closets and private patios or balconies. Affordable rental rates provide gas
for heating, cooking, and hot water. We have weekly activities at the
clubhouse. Let us welcome you to "The Great Indoors"SM.
Please call to schedule an appointment to tour our community. Key:
EHO, IND
of
Heritage Oaks experience incredible dining choices, spacious living,
enjoyable social activities and on-site available healthcare assistance –
all in a newly renovated, modern environment. Our soaring atrium with cozy
fireplace and world-class aquarium is a sought-after gathering place. Our
custom-designed, six-foot tall salt-water aquarium showcases the vibrant and
colorful Marine Reef System, creating an atmosphere of serenity and
peacefulness. Call for a visit to Heritage Oaks and find out first-hand how
great you’ll feel surrounded by good friends, caring staff and fun.
Key: IND, AL, NC
also
to shopping, medical, religious and cultural centers. Guardian Place’s
friendly, secure atmosphere and very caring staff make it a Wonderful place
to call home. Guardian Place opened in 1994. In the fall of 2000, the
property expanded to a total of 234 apartments for independent adults age 55
and over. Call or come by for a personal tour today! Key: IND
Gayton Terrace is a four-story, 100-unit retirement community located in the
upscale west end of Richmond, Va. Built on 16 acres, the community caters to
both independent and assisted living residents. All apartments are licensed
for assisted living, allowing you to receive additional services if needed,
without having to move to another apartment. At Gayton Terrace, we offer
affordable rates with lots of extra value and a carefree lifestyle. Come see
why so many are calling Gayton Terrace home. Key: IND, AL
housing
for the elderly and disabled in one-bedroom apartments, each equipped with
an emergency-call system. Offering 24-hour security, activities,
transportation via a wheelchair lift-equipped van, a library, laundry,
billiards room, activity room, solarium, and roof gardens. Dominion Place
received the RAMA (Richmond Apartment Management Association) Award of
Excellence as an Affordable Housing Community.
Key: IND 

next
to Henrico Doctors Hospital then you should come on by and see what we have
to offer. Let us give you peace of mind and give one months free rent and
all utilities included for one year. Call us today at
Enjoy
first-floor living with spacious kitchens, luxurious baths, and flowing
living spaces. All homes are professionally landscaped and maintained,
giving you more freedom to enjoy life. Private clubhouse and pool, and just
minutes away from the finest shopping, recreation, and entertainment.
Key: IND
Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Centers
conveniently located in the counties of Chesterfield and Henrico. Our Laurel communities offer a wide variety of services, focusing on the
individual care and recovery of our guests. Our individualized programs
include Wound Care and Prevention, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Neuro
Rehabilitation, Infection Resolution, Cardiac Recovery and Respiratory
Programs. At The Laurels we take pride in caring for others, it is called
"The Laurel Way of Caring," and it comes from within each one of us.
Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurances accepted. Key: RH, AL, NC
find
many opportunities to enhance their quality of life which includes
everything from the arts to attending a sports event. Lakewood Manor has
grown by building new cottages and villa apartments and a new community
center. Come and see what happens when quality design, tradition of
excellent care, and natural beauty all meet in the middle. Reservations are
rapidly taking place. There’s more than you know to the new Lakewood. Please
call the Marketing Office to schedule your personal tour. Key: CC
respect
and skilled professionalism .We would love for you to come by and have a
personal meeting and tour of the facility. We specialize in comprehensive
and rehabilitive services including 24 hour licensed care and an individual
resident care plans. In addition to that, we offer help with daily needs and
ancillary services. Ruxton Healthcare of Stratford Hills is able to offer
unique advantages such as a smoke free environment and less than 5 minutes
away from Chippenham Hospital. We have preferred provider agreements with
Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Anthem, AARP, United, American, UMWA
and various other providers of long term care insurance. Key: SNF,
NC, ALZ
fairway!
Located just over the eastern border of Henrico County in Historic New Kent
County, this wonderful new community combines the pleasurable ease of
maintenance-free neighborhood lifestyle with luxury, spacious customized
homes. Square Footage ranges from 1,692 - 2,020. Come see us today!
Key: IND
home-like
setting offering personalized 24-hour care in a safe, warm and compassionate
environment. The Jefferson Wing is dedicated to individuals with Alzheimer’s
Disease and related dementias. Windsor Senior Living is located on the
corner of Grove Avenue and North Thompson Street in Richmond’s Museum
District, only a few blocks from Carytown.
Speech
Therapies, 24-hour skilled nursing care provided by a qualified staff of
RNs, LPNs and CNAs, individualized treatment plans which include discharge
planning services for those residents returning home after therapy as well
as long-term, respite, and hospice care. Recently nominated for "Keep
Henrico Beautiful, Westport is conveniently located on Forest Avenue near
several major hospitals. Tax: NC, RH, RSP
detached villa homes, all professionally landscaped so you’ll have more time
and energy to do the things you love most. StyleCraft Homes offers you
quality and style with seven different plans to choose from, featuring
first-floor Master suites, available stone front accents, screened-in
porches, and much more. Key: IND
featuring
all appliances, gas heat and central air. Parking is only steps from your
front door in this maintenance-free, gated community. No entrance or
application fee. Each owner pays a monthly fee for 24-hour security, medical
alert system, exterior maintenance and grounds upkeep, water, trash service,
insurance and lakeside clubhouse with active social programs. Designed to
promote and extend independent living with scheduled transportation, nurse
led wellness program including exercise and walking groups and resources for
home care services. Clubhouse dining optional. Affiliated with Bon Secours
Richmond Health Systems.
summerhillatstonypoint.com. Key:
IND