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Richmond, Virginia is a place that has something for everyone. From outdoor excursions to cultural touchstones, it’s a city with much to offer. And it’s a city with an abundance of assisted living facilities for seniors in need of some extra help.
Most assisted living residents have access to on-site doctors, rehabilitation services, and assistance with their daily activities from in-house staff. With 25 assisted living communities within 10 miles of downtown Richmond, interested seniors have a variety of options available to find their ideal facility.
In this guide, A Place for Mom lists available facilities in Richmond and discusses payment and support options, local health care options, transportation information, and the city’s sights and sounds.
Types of care available in Richmond, VA
Assisted Living
This is my first experience with assisted living as far as Alzheimers and from the various places I visited, this is by far the best place I saw, even halfway done you could see it was better. They have been great, there's only 9 patients on that wing right now, they're doing a good job. There's some issues, but i think that's with any facility, but they address it, they're very responsive and fix them quickly. They have been really wonderful to work with. I know my mother, when we took her there she wasn't doing anything but sitting in a chair watching tv, she hadn't taken a shower in 10 years (she was getting sponge baths) and they've gotten her in the shower; she has a walker but wouldn't use it and now she's walking around with it, she loves the food, shes a good cook so thats a big statement for her to make, they've got them doing puzzles and crafts which she never does, shes sort of like the den mother keeping them all together. It's been a big turn around for her and such an improvement in her quality of life. I also like that the staff wears white, it gives it more of a professional feel so you know who the staff is because a lot of times they're just wearing regular clothes with name tags so you're not sure who works there.
The list of activities was very good however we had no first hand experience because my Aunt's health failed dramatically right as she moved in and she did not participate in any activities. The Cross Roads is a very nice community. Unfortunately my Aunt's health failed and she did not get to spend much time there before she passed away. The Director of sales is great; as is the nursing supervisor. I did not care for the business manager. I felt she was dismissive & abrupt; especially compared to how cooperative & caring other Admin staff was. The care staff was very kind & conscientious. My only complaint is the care team appears understaffed on weekends; my Aunt's level of care was better during the week than on weekends.
The staff is great, if something has to be addressed, it is addressed quickly. The facility is very clean. The housekeeping does a great job on the rooms. They keep residents busy with activities and events, which keeps the residents active. I would definitely recommend Morningside in the West End to others.
2105 Cranbeck Road, Richmond, VA 23235
The friendliness of the staff gets a 5+. Quality of care rating is less than perfect because of the QUANTITY of it … (short staffed). Meals offer variety but occasionally over-cooked vegetables.. Activities...
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
350 Hioaks Rd, Richmond, VA 23225
I would have to leave a 5 for all except for the activities. I don't not have any experience there. My mom has been in able to attend activities and is currently on hospice. But, I have had an amazing...
Experience Senior Care at The Barrington at HioaksNestled on 12 stunning acres in Richmond, Virginia, The Barrington at Hioaks stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from Williamsburg, our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, Assisted Living,...
11300 Mall Court, Chesterfield, VA 23235
If we could give them a 10 we would! Ginter Hall South turned out to be the best place. My aunt was in two other places and the people at Ginter Hall South are truly some of the nicest people I've ever met....
Ginter Hall Assisted Living & Memory Care has been providing Quality Care at an Affordable Price to seniors in the Richmond Metropolitan area for well over 38+ years! Ginetr Hall, a local Family Owned community, is committed to enriching the lives of senior adults through top quality care...
4931 Ridgedale Parkway, Richmond, VA 23234
The eating area floor is half-cleaned (I've watched this several times,) and it's often apparent that my loved one has not been recently bathed. Clothes and bedding have gone missing - I assume to other...
Commonwealth Assisted Living at Chesterfield is an assisted living community serving individuals in Chesterfield, Chesterfield County, Virginia. We're located within a few minutes of Collegiate School Aquatics Center, several specialty shops, various medical facilities and schools, as well as...
1000 Twinridge Ln, Richmond, VA 23235
I can't speak on the meals or dining, have not eaten there since Commonwealth took over. As far as activities, there are activities listed on the board in memory care are not being done while I am visiting....
We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Virtual Tour set up let us know. We look forward to you experiencing our Seaton Chesterfield community without having to leave your home!Seaton...
9100 Bon Air Crossings Dr, Richmond, VA 23235
This place is very nice, generally. The food is awful and is a major complaint. Menu and attentive selections are just terrible. Many times the food is just inedible. Very poor offerings to the elderly...
The Crossings at Bon Air is a 17.6-acre campus that features rental independent living apartments, assisted living apartments, memory care apartments and short stay respite living. Residents of our community enjoy extensive in unit amenities, such as full kitchens, washer/dryers and weekly...
1807 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23229
I can't recommend this place enough. The staff is friendly, responsive, and dedicated to caring for their residents. The facility is well-maintained. Having my loved ones here has been a blessing and a...
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
12401 Gayton Road, Richmond, VA 23238
Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe was an amazing place. We knew the first time we ever toured the place that this was the place for daddy. They went out of their way welcoming him on his day or move in and continue...
Located in the charming West End of Richmond, Tuckahoe Senior Living offers the very best in personalized care. Our community specializes in assisted living for those who may need help with everyday activities, as well as memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other forms of...
12411 Gayton Road, Richmond, VA 23238
Overall we are very pleased with the quality of care and the smooth transition for [name removed]. We appreciate so much the assistance we have received from A Place For Mom.
Located in a lovely residential neighborhood in the West End of Richmond. We are near premiere shopping, dining, hotels, interstates, hospitals and medical services. Our range of services extends from respite care to traditional assisted living services such as bathing, dressing, and medication...
8203 Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
The quality of care is very good, medications are administered as prescribed. Food is quite good but food service can be slow, likely difficulty in finding staff.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at HanoverBRAND NEW Independent and Assisted Living!Comfort. Easy elegance. Irresistible cuisine. Friends and family. These are the elements that make a person feel at home, and they are the very essence of everyday senior living at The Harmony Collection at...
7080 Brooks Farm Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
I feel that they are open to conversation about what is best and if you tell them your concerns and what you need they try to address it. I am much happier with my parents here than the previous place! They...
Heritage Green Assisted Living is a licensed assisted living facility with a secured Memory Care unit. We are located just minutes away from Memorial Regional Hospital and physician offices. For more than 16 years families have named Heritage Green Assisted Living as the residence that provides a...
3000 Skipwith Road, Richmond, VA 23294
I like that it feels cozy. Not big and impersonal like one place I visited. I like that it's not big, that it's older - so lower ceilings, established plantings. My mother is not overwhelmed by the spaces....
With five levels of care to better match the services our residents need, our community also offers a special memory impairment neighborhood called the Gardens. We offer Five Star service delivered in a family-like atmosphere, setting us apart from other providers. For more than seven years, we...
6800 Lucy Corr Blvd, Chesterfield, VA 23832
My loved one was previously a resident at Lucy Corr and I visited her weekly. This facility was great. The staff were all very caring and helpful. Based on our experience, I would recommend Lucy Corr to...
1800 Gaskins Rd, Richmond, VA 23238
I feel like this is a hard thing to answer because everyone is going to have complaints, but I feel like there's kind of a plateau in the industry standard where anywhere within a certain price point would...
If you’re looking for more than just a place to live — if you want to live well — then our upscale, two-story retirement community located in a serene wooded area of Richmond, Va., is the place for you. Our community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, provides...
2800 Polo Parkway, Midlothian, VA 23113
There has been a significant improvement at Morningside of Bellgrade since last year. I was seriously planning on moving my brother from there last year, but the new ED asked me to give her team a chance so...
Morningside at Bellgrade sets the stage for our residents to increase their quality of life. Our excellent program offers a balanced nutritional plan, which complements the medication management delivery plan. When the health of an individual is viewed, diet and medications go together. When they...
10601 Barbara Ln, Richmond, VA 23233
We had a wonderful experience however with her new care location, Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond. Overall we gave a 4 they went through TWO management transitions while Mom was there. 5 for care, possibly...
We designed our Cottage Care program around the belief that everyone has the right and the capacity to live and love while discovering enjoyment in each day – regardless of abilities that have been lost to dementia.The result is a wonderful blend of security and comfort. For example, although all...
1503 Michaels Road, Richmond, VA 23229
Excellent environment. Caring staff and priced to afford. Shout out to [names removed] and all others who have shown my father real compassion. The facility is clean and quiet. Cafeteria staff with [name...
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1503 Michaels Road, Richmond, VA 23229
Excellent environment. Caring staff and priced to afford. Shout out to [names removed] and all others who have shown my father real compassion. The facility is clean and quiet. Cafeteria staff with [name...
WELCOME TO INDEPENDENT LIVING AT AUGUST HEALTHCARE
9078 Cuddlipp Ave, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
If you are looking for a staff that sincerely cares about the well being of your parent and you - this is the place. They work with a heart and have a calling on their lives to do this. [name removed] is...
Are you considering an assisted living facility? Are you looking for a place that is warm, safe and caring? A home where you can be comfortable and get the help you need 24/7, without feeling that you are in an institution.If you are looking for professional 1-1 care in a country home setting,...
9078 Cuddlipp Ave, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
If you are looking for a staff that sincerely cares about the well being of your parent and you - this is the place. They work with a heart and have a calling on their lives to do this. [name removed] is...
Are you considering an assisted living facility? Are you looking for a place that is warm, safe and caring? A home where you can be comfortable and get the help you need 24/7, without feeling that you are in an institution.If you are looking for professional 1-1 care in a country home setting,...
567 N Parham Rd, Henrico, VA 23229
While the food good be a little better, the atmosphere it is served in excellent! We would definitely recommend Elance at Tuckahoe to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
9495 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
The facility is fabulous but the staff and healthcare workers are remarkable. I am Over The Top pleased with the care my brother is receiving at Sancerre. He adjusted quite nicely to moving from his own...
Sancerre Atlee Station is a vibrant and modern senior living community in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Our community will offer 103 accommodations for assisted living and memory care residents, specifically designed to meet their unique needs.At Sancerre Atlee Station, we understand the importance...
9495 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
The facility is fabulous but the staff and healthcare workers are remarkable. I am Over The Top pleased with the care my brother is receiving at Sancerre. He adjusted quite nicely to moving from his own...
Sancerre Atlee Station is a vibrant and modern senior living community in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Our community will offer 103 accommodations for assisted living and memory care residents, specifically designed to meet their unique needs.At Sancerre Atlee Station, we understand the importance...
9801 Harmony Woods Way, Richmond, VA 23233
The staff at Discovery are so attentive to everyone. On day one with moving my dad there into the memory care, everyone we were introduced to remembered our names and remembered things about us. They give my...
Discovery Village at the West End is an assisted living community located in Richmond, Virginia. Richmond is Virginia’s capital and is recognized as being one of the nation’s oldest cities. Its vibrant history is richly portrayed in the city’s many museums and historic sites. History enthusiasts...
11210 Robious Rd, North Chesterfield, VA 23235
There are a small number of apartments at Anthology, so my 91 year old mother has been able to make friends quickly. She is not overwhelmed. The staff is caring and willing to do extras for the residents. ...
A Place for Mom’s proprietary data found that it costs an average of $4,954 to reside in an assisted living facility within our partner network in Richmond.[01] For comparison, accommodations in a skilled nursing facility start at an average of $9,749, before the addition of amenities. [02] Memory care costs are typically a bit higher than assisted living, with the average in our Richmond network hovering around $5,165.[01]
The cost figure for assisted living reflects what residents actually paid at our network facilities and reflects a variety of floor plans, amenities and other variables. Costs include access to in-house care (e.g., ambulatory, diabetic, and incontinence); medication management; meals, and wheelchair-accessible bedrooms, bathtubs, and showers.
The following chart represents starting costs of assisted living in Richmond and surrounding areas.
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In this guide, you’ll find information about how to finance an assisted living stay using private payments, VA benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid. Here, you’ll find resources related to each payment option.
Residents of assisted living facilities can use private options such as personal savings, investment returns, pensions, and Social Security benefits to finance their stays. But those aren’t the only options. Depending on your circumstance, the following are other ways seniors tend to pay for assisted living:
Virginia-based assisted living facilities must be licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. Their administrators are licensed by the Board of Long-Term Care Administrators, an arm of Virginia’s Department of Health Professions. Facilities are inspected yearly or on an as-needed basis to ensure they’re compliant. Assisted living communities receive 1, 2, or 3-year licenses, and are available for viewing at the Virginia Department of Social Services website.
Virginia Department of Health
109 Governor St.
Richmond, VA, 23219
Phone: 800-864-7000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Richmond has its own COVID-19 guidelines, compiled by the state of Virginia. To get the latest and most up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 guidelines visit this page. As of February 2023, these are the recommended guidelines:
Vaccinations. Employees and residents are encouraged to get vaccinations.
Facility cleanliness. Routine cleaning and handwashing are promoted.
Richmond has a multitude of options to fit every seniors’ needs. Fun outings for active seniors and onsite socialization are just part of what you can expect in Richmond. There’s plenty of extra help available for everything from laundry to housekeeping to make assisted living a worry-free option.
Nearly all assisted living residents in Richmond will receive diabetic care, incontinence care, full medication management, and 24/7 on-duty staff. Rooms, bathtubs, and showers are all wheelchair accessible and available for respite or short-term stays. Residents can park their cars on the grounds, but complementary transportation is also available for those interested.
All facilities are pet friendly, and residents have access to outdoor and indoor common areas to socialize with others or visit with family and friends. Full-time activity directors on staff means there will be no shortage of things to do including day trips to local venues, such as parks and museums. On-site beauty shops make it easy for seniors to take care of haircuts and perms with ease. Seniors receive on-premise dining with the option for vegetarian meals, as well as gluten-free and low-sodium options.
While there are two standalone assisted living facilities in Richmond, VA, you will also find 23 facilities that will offer a variety of care types on the same campus. The majority of the facilities in Richmond, VA offer both assisted living and memory care. If you are looking for a long-term care facility with a larger campus, there are five facilities that offer assisted living, independent living, and memory care all in one location. This progressive approach to long-term care ensures that as residents continue to progress in age, they will not need to move into an entirely new facility that they are not familiar or comfortable with.
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Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Richmond population
Richmond-based seniors can tend to their wellness needs at any of the following facilities.
This health care network has several facilities in town, including VCU Medical Center. An academic medical facility and Richmond’s top-rated hospital, VCU Medical Center is a renowned research and innovation center and provides several care options, such as senior-focused treatments and the city’s best cancer center.
This VCU Health partner provides house calls, transitional care, outpatient work, and more to Richmond’s senior population.
Henrico Doctors’ Hospital, Richmond’s No. 2 hospital and a high-performing general medicine and surgical provider. Chippenham Hospital’s geriatric psychiatrists care focuses on senior behavioral health to make those later years enjoyable, while its HCA Virginia Geriatric Assessment and Treatment Center specializes in senior care and complex medical condition treatment.
The city’s fourth-ranked hospital, Bon Secours is a dedicated senior-care facility. Its Geriatric Assessment Center is a specialized center that provides seniors assessments, care planning, urgent care, and follow-up services.[04]
Also known as Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, is Richmond’s lone VA hospital and Virginia’s 30th-largest veterans facility. To find the location and to also find a doctor to make an appointment with, follow the link by clicking on Richmond VA Medical Center.
The city has dedicated cycling lanes and walkways throughout downtown and the Virginia Capital Trail, but is a town best traveled by car or public transport. Richmond’s GRTC transit systems; buses and cutaway vans; 150 transit vehicles, and specialized CARE and CARE Plus transportation systems are just a few available options.
A Place for Mom’s partners understand how important safe transportation is for seniors, meaning that the majority of communities in our network offer some type of transportation. If you are interested in an assisted living community that provides transportation, 88% of the assisted living facilities that A Place for Mom partners with in Richmond, VA offer at-cost or complimentary transportation for their residents.
Need another way to get around Richmond? Use the mobility management program, Ride Connection, it is designed to help give seniors and persons with disabilities access to needed transportation. Click the link for eligibility requirements and contact information. Dependacare is another way you can schedule transportation in Richmond.
Want to get around town by being active? Walk Score gathers public data like the U.S. Census and OpenStreetMap to create transportation scores for U.S. cities. Scores are always out of 100, with 100 being the most walkable, bike friendly, or public transportation friendly. According to WalkScore.com, Richmond is rated:
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Richmond has a multitude of activities and attractions for seniors, including outdoor excursions and indoor cultural expeditions. Some of these will be destinations for day trip outings coordinated by the assisted living facility’s activity directors, but you can also venture out with family or friends.
Richmond offers seniors opportunities to stay active and move their bodies around. Seniors may enjoy hiking the James River Park trails or biking the Virginia Capital Trail.
Living in Richmond means you’ve got the Virginia State Capitol building in your own backyard. The building was designed by Thomas Jefferson over 230 years ago and is teeming with history. It’s open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Though famed poet Edgar Allan Poe is one of Baltimore, Maryland’s most famous residents, The Poe Museum in Richmond is chock-full of recreational activities for senior residents. With a calendar full of events and troves of Poe’s work on display, visitors will be tapping and rapping at the museum’s door. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Richmond also has several other prominent museums:
Interested in outdoor excursions? The 100-acre Maymont estate and park makes a great visit. Maymont features lovely gardens, an arboretum, native wildlife habitats, a nature center, a historic mansion, and more. Check out the website for operating times and more details. There’s also the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, which was ranked America’s fourth-best public garden by USA Today. The botanical garden is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and admission is only $14 for seniors and veterans.
Seniors can check out the Linwood Robinson Senior Center, a historical facility that offers fellowship and recreation activities to individuals who are 60 and older. The center provides a variety of programs, including arts and crafts, day trips, educational and cultural lessons, table games, piano lessons, community service opportunities, and more. You can call 804-646-3115 for operating times and days.
The Belmont Recreation Center has several senior-specific activities and is raring for more members. The Belmont Games Club invites participants ages 50 and over for card and board games, bridge, and pinochle. There’s also a bowling league at Shrader Lanes for seniors over 55, a golf club for seniors over 50, and two tennis clubs (Net Set and Racketeers) for seniors over 55.
Deep Run Recreation Center also offers a variety of drop-in games, such as bridge, canasta, cribbage, mahjong, and pinochle. There are also free fitness classes seniors can register for and open gym time where seniors can play pickleball. In order to participate in a gym activity, visitors just need to apply for a free access pass.
Looking for more entertainment? Rosie’s Gaming Emporium and Colonial Downs features casino games, betting, concerts, tastings, magic shows, and more. Check out the events page regularly for new events and experiences.
Sunrise of Richmond, Sunrise at Bon Air and The Westmont at Short Pump Community are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Richmond, VA. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Assisted Living in Richmond is 4,843 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
Genworth Financial. (2023). Cost of Care Survey.
United States Census Bureau. (2022). Population estimates (V2017-2021): Richmond, Virginia; United States [Data set]. American Community Survey.
U.S. News & World Report. (2023) Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center.
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