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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Richmond, VA

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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.

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Photo of Sunrise at Bon AirCommunity card badge
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.7
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51 reviews
9.7
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51 reviews
5 star
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29%
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I would give them a 5 on all questions. My father was happy and extremely well taken care of. The folks there were amazing. He was in memory care so activities were more limited to in house but he enjoyed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Photo of The Barrington at Hioaks
1717 Photos available
9.0
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246 reviews
9.0
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246 reviews
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The community is always pleasant to visits, front office staff and nursing staff are always so welcoming. Residents seem happy and busy with frequent activities in building, I would place a family member...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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,...
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8.8
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62 reviews
8.8
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62 reviews
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MY wife was at Ginter Hall South from [date removed] to [date removed]. As indicated above, my wife was well taken care of. The staff was friendly from day one. During her staff the staff was very attentive...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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8.5
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79 reviews
8.5
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79 reviews
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Minimal "issues" overall. Of course everyone/every place should never rest on their laurels. We are never perfect. So we should strive to always improve. I liked that they did Teepa Snow dementia training...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield
55 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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22 reviews
8.5
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22 reviews
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32%
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My father is I memory care and I think the aides do the best they can but they are understaffed, especially on the weekends. Their philosophy is to let the patients do their thing, whether it be up all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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22 Photos available
8.4
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50 reviews
8.4
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50 reviews
5 star
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Stay engaged, the squeaky wheel gets the grease in terms of care. My brother spent 6-7 months on the memory care floor. Great staff but not a great place to be. He is now placed in a private home on DD...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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...
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1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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74 reviews
9.9
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74 reviews
5 star
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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76 reviews
9.3
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76 reviews
5 star
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Heritage Green is a family "Family Atmosphere". The staff always strives to provide the best care possible for their residents. From the time you enter the facility you feel very welcomed. Plenty of care,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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3131 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.1
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69 reviews
9.1
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69 reviews
5 star
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My dad is in memory care and I’ve found the stuff to be very caring and attentive. My dad’s laundry, room and hygiene are looked after and the staff keeps me updated. If I have any negatives to report...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Photo of Morningside in the West End
1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.1
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55 reviews
9.1
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55 reviews
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The facility is clean and usually adequately staffed. Food is fairly good. I do think they need to have a quicker response time when residents buttons are pushed.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Photo of Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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31 reviews
9.0
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31 reviews
5 star
39%
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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8.9
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4 reviews
8.9
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From the start August home has been a blessing for my family. They have ensured my mom’s needs are met, and have gone above and beyond to make this place feel like a home. They have adjusted her meds and she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
WELCOME TO INDEPENDENT LIVING AT AUGUST HEALTHCARE
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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Hanover Independent and Assisted Living
1212 Photos available
2121 Floor plans available
8.8
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33 reviews
8.8
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33 reviews
5 star
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It's definitely a bit more hyped up than it really is, from the staff. I wish we had of asked about men/women ratio. And some of the activities really don't exist. There are an insanely amount of women...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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...
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8.8
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13 reviews
8.8
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13 reviews
5 star
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Vitality Living West End Richmond
2222 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.6
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78 reviews
8.6
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78 reviews
5 star
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Photo of Spring Arbor Cottage of Richmond
66 Photos available
8.6
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6 reviews
8.6
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6 reviews
5 star
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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...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Photo of Morningside of Bellgrade
99 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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87 reviews
8.5
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87 reviews
5 star
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Photo of Covenant Columns at Tapp
1212 Photos available
8.5
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1 review
8.5
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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,...
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Photo of Sancerre Atlee Station
1313 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.4
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11 reviews
8.4
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11 reviews
5 star
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The determining reason was that it was the closest to my sister and I. But more importantly we loved the facility and staff. My mom was very happy there . Also when my mom was on hospice at Sancerre, she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Photo of Discovery Village at the West End
2525 Photos available
8.2
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28 reviews
8.2
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28 reviews
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Front desk staff is friendly and welcoming. Apartment is well-designed with space to negotiate with a rollator or wheelchair. Director of Nursing has been helpful in resolving any questions or clinical...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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...
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Photo of Bickford of Chesterfield
2020 Photos available
8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
5 star
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My mother has complained that the kitchen staff has had a lot of turnover and inconsistencies in quality of the food. The cost is extremely high. The cost of assisted living is just extremely high no matter...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Bickford, there's always something exciting happening in our senior living community. Picture your loved one relishing freshly-cooked meals, always assured of a friendly caregiver's presence, and a schedule overflowing with lively activities. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, committed...
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11 Photo available
8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
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The director and her staff have been extremely helpful to me with getting my brother settled. As always moving from one's home is a difficult decision especially when the person is not fully grasping their...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Shalom Parkside Senior Living, located in Richmond, Virginia, is an assisted living community that specializes in holistic medicine and memory care to help residents with memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease lead a high-quality life without losing their independence. The community sits...
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Photo of The Harmony Collection at Hanover Assisted Living and Memory Care
1212 Photos available
2424 Floor plans available
7.4
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63 reviews
7.4
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63 reviews
5 star
33%
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10%
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The staff at The Harmony Collection at Hanover are friendly and willing to work with families. The facility is bright and cheerful and the rooms are spacious. The housekeeping is okay. The rooms seem to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at HanoverAssisted Living and Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Mechanicsville, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies...
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Love Winthrop Manor! Compared to other places I have looked at Winthrop gets a 5 Star Rating! The Rooms are well appointed and the Staff is Professional and Friendly. Everyday things that I couldn't do...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Winthrop Manor is an assisted living community in the historic city of Richmond, VA. Our community is located in a fully-renovated former elementary school that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Richmond is home to countless attractions, unique restaurants and inviting shops,...
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My mother in law is doing very well since moving here. She is keeping very busy with all the activities they offer and making friends with the residents as she can. She loves the staff but we are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Commonwealth Assisted Living at The West End! A premier Assisted Living community, Commonwealth Assisted Living is nestled on an eight-acre wooded site in the heart of Richmond's West End, conveniently near the intersections of Gaskins Road, Three Chopt Road and Interstate 64-West....

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Costs of assisted living in the Richmond area

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.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Richmond, VA vs. nearby cities

Richmond, VA
$4,931/mo
$4,872/mo
$4,934/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Richmond, VA vs. the state and national average

Richmond, VA
$4,931/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Richmond vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,931/mo
$5,011/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Richmond, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,715/mo
Studio
$5,465/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,660/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,780/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Richmond over time

Richmond, VAVA stateNational

What families are saying about assisted living in Richmond

Recent reviews for assisted living in Richmond

Brookdale Midlothian

5.0
I would say it has been overall a very positive experience for my uncle and I would choose it again after him being there for a few months now.

Petersburg Home For Ladies

4.9
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 ...
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Chestnut Grove in Richmond, VA

4.2
My mom's been there since July so it's been a short period but no complaints whatsoever. It's very clean, they're very friendly, occasionally there may be one person but that's just a personality thing. Overall, everyone's very friendly, when you come into the facility they greet you and they're ...
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Richmond review score based on 265 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 265 reviews of 55 Richmond assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Richmond review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Richmond review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Richmond, VA55 facilities
8.7
Rockwood, VA27 facilities
8.2
Innsbrook, VA48 facilities

Review subcategories for Richmond assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 265 reviews of 55 Richmond assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Richmond resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Richmond, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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How people pay for assisted living in Richmond, VA

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.

Private pay methods in Richmond, VA

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:

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VA benefits for assisted living in Richmond, VA

Veterans can leverage several VA benefit options to pay for assisted living in Richmond. For veterans looking to move into an assisted living facility, we suggest learning more about and applying for VA Aid and Attendance (A&A).

You might qualify for these benefits if you are a veteran that is in need of assistance for any daily activities, if your vision is significantly reduced, if you are bedridden for the majority of the day, or if you already reside in a long-term care facility.

Veteran service organizations (VSOs) can help veterans navigate the complexities of VA benefits. Before beginning an application, contact vetted and recognized VSOs to access the best experts available in this area to help you through the process.

10011

Number of veterans who live in Richmond

Percentage of Richmond veterans that are 75+, according to the US Census Bureau

Resources for Richmond, VA veterans

Government resources

Virginia Department of Veteran Services

101 N. 14th St., Floor 17
Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: 804-786-0286
Office Hours: Visits are by appointment only

Richmond VA Medical Center

1201 Broad Rock Blvd.
Richmond, VA 23249-4915
Phone: 804-675-5000
Mental Health Care: 804-675-5411
Hours: 24/7

VSOs

The American Legion Department of Virginia

1708 Commonwealth Ave.
Richmond, VA 23230
Phone: 804-353-6606
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6364

6502 Dickens Place
Richmond, VA 23230
Phone: 804-288-9597
Office Hours: Call for current hours

VFW Post 6364

https://vfw6364.com/
6502 Dickens Place
Richmond, VA 23230
Phone: 804-288-9597
Email: veterans@vfw6364.net

Richmond Medicaid for assisted living

Cardinal Care is the Medicaid provider for Virginia residents. Assisted living residents can use it to apply to any necessary in-home care services via a waiver from Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS).

Virginia Medicaid accepts applications for health coverage year-round. You can choose from three different ways to apply:

  • Apply online here.
  • Call the Cover Virginia Call Center at 833-522-5582 (TDD: 888-221-1590) to apply on the phone.
  • Mail or drop off a paper application (available in English and Spanish) to the Richmond Department of Social Services. Mailing may take longer than other methods of applying.

The Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services can help Medicaid recipients with submitting state-sponsored health insurance applications and renewals. The long-term care ombudsman is also an advocate for seniors and a good resource for information and assistance. The Richmond Office for Aging has a multitude of programs, such as No Wrong Door, that can connect seniors to help with benefits as well.

Richmond, Virginia resident Medicaid resources

Medicaid assistance 

Cardinal Care

600 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: 833-522-5582
TDD: 888-221-1590
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon

Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services

600 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: 804-786-7933
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Virginia Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman

8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Richmond, VA 23229
Phone: 804-565-1600
Toll Free: 800-552-5019
Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Office for Aging Services

1610 Forest Ave., Suite 100
Richmond, VA 23229
Phone: 804-662-9333
Toll Free: 800-552-3402
Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Medicare assisted living coverage in Richmond, VA

Medicare does not cover rent costs for seniors in assisted living. However, Medicare does help cover the costs of medical assistance, such as prescriptions, hospital stays, diagnostic testing, hospital supplies, and more.

To qualify for Medicare, patients must:

  • Be 65 years or older
  • If younger than 65, be living with certain disabilities
  • Or have end-stage renal disease

The following are some of the most beneficial supplemental Medicare resources that Richmond residents should be aware of:

Virginia Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program (VICAP)

Counselors help veterans apply for medical benefits, find low-income subsidies, and log health care appeals and grievances. They also work with you or your loved one to close out medical issues and clear up any complicated billing issues.

Virginia’s Extra Help Program

This federal program lowers enrollees’ prescription drug costs through Medicare Part D. If a Medicare beneficiary also has Medicaid, a Medicare secondary payer, or supplemental security income, they qualify. If assistance doesn’t come automatically, eligible recipients can go through the Social Security Administration.

Virginia’s Medicare Savings Program

Patients who qualify for this program receive coverage on some Medicare premiums, fees, and deductibles. Virginia residents can use savings to pay for Part B premiums, some Part A premiums, and cost-sharing for parts A and B.

Virginia Medication Assistance Program (VA MAP)

VA MAP helps Medicare enrollees pay for monthly premiums and cost shares (i.e., medication deductibles and co-payments). It also assists with prescriptions on Medicare’s formulary, and patients can pick up their medications from any Ramsell network pharmacy that accepts their Medicare plan. Co-payment also covers medications on the VA MAP Formulary and Ryan White Formulary.

Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services

This state agency helps Medicare beneficiaries with out-of-pocket expenses.

Medicare Supplemental Insurance (Medigap)

This form of private health insurance can cover out-of-pocket patient costs that don’t fall under the original Medicare. Private insurers allow applicants to compare Medigap options and enroll within them. Those interested in signing up can do so online or at a local Social Security office.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (Pace)

The PACE center in Richmond provides a long list of healthcare and social services to qualifying seniors. Many participants qualify for both Medicaid and Medicare.

For assistance with applications or just answers to questions you might have, there are local resources to help. The local ombudsman is an advocate for seniors and a good resource for information and assistance. The Richmond Office for Aging has several programs, such as No Wrong Door, that can connect seniors to help.

Additional resources

Richmond Resident Medicare resources

Richmond Social Security Administration Office

1834 W. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23220
Phone: 800-772-1213
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Richmond Social Security Hearing Office

1100 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA – 23219
Phone: 877-405-3665
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Virginia Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman

8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Richmond, VA 23229
Phone: 804-565-1600
Toll Free: 800-552-5019
Office Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Local Ombudsman

1300 Semmes Ave.
Richmond, VA 23224
Contacts:

Office for Aging Services

1610 Forest Ave., Suite 100
Richmond, VA 23229
Phone: 804-662-9333
Toll Free: 800-552-3402
Office Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 5 p.m.

InnovAge Virginia PACE – Richmond

750 East 6th St.
Richmond, Virginia 23224
Phone: 804-977 5900

Understand Virginia’s laws and regulations for assisted living facilities

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.

Other Relevant Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Virginia

  • The Virginia Assisted Living Facility Regulations: These are regulations overseeing staffing levels, quality of care, resident rights, etc. The law also monitors safety, cleanliness, and food service standards.
  • The Virginia Administrative Code: This establishes the rules and procedures for the licensing and certification of Virginia’s assisted living facilities, including standards for staffing levels, quality of care, resident rights, and other areas. For example, there must be one direct care staff member on duty and awake at all times in every building when there is at least one resident present.
  • The Virginia Health and Safety Code: This code details the state’s minimum health and safety requirements for its assisted living facilities. This includes requirements for staff qualifications and training and emergency preparedness.
  • The Virginia Fair Housing Law: This law protects assisted living residents from race, religion, sex, age-based, and other forms of discrimination. The law states facilities must be accessible to individuals with disabilities.

Virginia Department of Health contact information

Virginia Department of Health
109 Governor St.
Richmond, VA, 23219
Phone: 800-864-7000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for Richmond assisted living facilities

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:

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Vaccinations. Employees and residents are encouraged to get vaccinations.

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Facility cleanliness. Routine cleaning and handwashing are promoted.

What to expect from assisted living in Richmond, VA

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.

Accessibility and Assistance

Nearly all assisted living residents in Richmond will receive diabetic care, incontinence care, full medication management, and 24/7 on-duty staff.[01] 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.

Activities and Amenities

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.

Aging-in-Place

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.

Richmond assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Richmond assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Richmond, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Richmond assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Richmond that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Richmond, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.2%
53.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Richmond assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Richmond Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Richmond, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.5%
13.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Richmond assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Richmond partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Richmond, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.5%
13%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Richmond assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Richmond communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Richmond, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Richmond assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Richmond offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Richmond, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.6%
45.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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32153

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Richmond

14%

Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Richmond population

38910

Median annual income for Richmond seniors 65 and older

Richmond Health Care Options for Seniors

Richmond-based seniors can tend to their wellness needs at any of the following facilities.

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VCU Health System

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.

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VCU Geriatrics Clinic

This VCU Health partner provides house calls, transitional care, outpatient work, and more to Richmond’s senior population.

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HCA Virginia Health System

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.

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Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center

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.

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Richmond VA Medical Center

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.

Transportation for seniors in Richmond, VA

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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Senior activities in Richmond, VA

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. Genworth Financial. (2023). Cost of Care Survey.

  3. United States Census Bureau. (2022). Population estimates (V2017-2021): Richmond, Virginia; United States [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  4. U.S. News & World Report. (2023) Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center.

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A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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Genworth Financial. (2023). Cost of Care Survey.

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United States Census Bureau. (2022). Population estimates (V2017-2021): Richmond, Virginia; United States [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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U.S. News & World Report. (2023) Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center.