6 Featured Independent Living Communities in the Richmond Area
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- 1620 N. Hamilton Street, Richmond, VA 23230
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$650 Per Month
- All Utilities Included except phone and cable
- Studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom and 2 bath apartments with no entry fees
- Planned activities. Courtesy transportation to grocery store, shopping and entertainment
- Featuring a variety of affordable senior apartment floor plans with walk-in showers or tub
- Beautiful landscaped grounds and gardens
1 Independent Living Communities in the Richmond Area
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Norcroft Townhomes
Coming Home - the best part of the day!
- 401 Norcroft Circle, Richmond, VA 23225
- Monitored community
- Social activities, transportation for shopping, banking
- Designer kitchen with dishwasher and disposal
- Washer/Dryers are available on site, or you may bring your own
- Pets welcome
Charnwood Forest
- 4325 Crutchfield Street, Richmond, VA 23225
The Renaissance Apartments
- 1021 German School Road, Richmond, VA 23225
Heritage Oaks Retirement Community
Blending Independent Living With An Added Dimension Of Security
- 1100 German School Road, Richmond, VA 23225
- Included in your monthly rent: 3 elegant meals, full-time driver with transportation to shopping & medical appointments
- Weekly house keeping & linen service, Necesity Store and Pharmacy delivery
- Billiards & Exercise room, Beauty & Barber Shop, well stocked Library
- Outdoor Gardens, Chapel, Cafe
- Available 24/7 healthcare assistance
The Charlevoix
- 5600 Charlevoix Court, Richmond, VA 23224
The Arbors Senior Apartments
NOW LEASING! Reintroducing The Arbors
- 7608 Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond, VA 23225
- NOW LEASING - Brand New premier senior apartments.
- Water included in rent.
- Full social calendar and outings, beauty salon/barber.
- Covered parking, fully equiped kitchens, emergency call systems, walk in closets and much more
- Call Dawn to reserve your new apartment home today!
The William Byrd
- 2501 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23220
The Virginian
Live the retirement lifestyle you've always imagined!
- 300 Twinridge Lane, Richmond, VA 23235
- Our on site management staff is always here for you
- Pets are part of your family and are welcome at your new home
- All utilities, housekeeping and meals are included
- Transportation is provided in our chauffeured shuttle bus
- Oustanding recreational and social activities program
The Hermitage in Richmond
- 1600 Westwood Avenue, Richmond, VA 23227
Summerhill at Stony Point
A Unique Retirement Village
- 9250 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA 23235
- Care free home ownership
- One- level, 1, 2, & 3 bedroom cottage style homes
- 24 hour security, gated community with med alert system
- Lakeside clubhouse w/optional dinning
- Transportation and social & wellness programs
The Crossings at Bon Air
A Life Fulfilling Retirement Community
- 9101 Midlothian Turnpike, Suite 700, Richmond, VA 23235
- Rental senior living apartments with no large up-front entrance fee.
- Fully appointed studio, one and two bedroom/two bathroom apartments.
- A unique assisted living service plan offering up to 30 minutes of personal care assistance per day.
- A specialized, secure memory care program.
- Skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located on-campus.
Westminster Canterbury - Richmond
- 1600 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond, VA 23227
Darby House
- 1400 Shirleydale Avenue, Richmond, VA 23231
Carter Woods
- 301 Dabbs House Road, Richmond, VA 23223
- Friendly, social and active community
- Library, several lodges with fire places, business office with internet
- Fitness center
- On site Social Service office and senior specialist
- Affordably priced rents starting at $595
The Villas at Rose Hill
- 6225 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA 23228
The Atlantic at Brook Run
Call for Specials!
- 6000 Brook Road, Richmond, VA 23227
- Fully equipped Kitchen with Energy Star appliances
- Individually controlled heat and air
- Trash removal included in rent
- Handicap accessible plans available
- Small pets Welcome
St. Mary's Woods
- 1257 Marywood Lane, Richmond, VA 23229
Parham Park Place Apartments II
- 7590 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23294
Parham Park Place Apartments
- 7600 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23294
Dogwood Terrace
Gracious, Independent Retirement Living
- 10300 Three Chopt Road, Richmond, VA 23233
- 24-hour resident managers
- Local Transportation provided, as well as, planned activities and outings
- Weekly house keeping and linen service
- Paid cable TV and utilites, except phone
- BRAND NEW - Reserve Your Suite now
The Hermitage at Cedarfield
- 2300 Cedarfield Parkway, Richmond, VA 23233
Lakewood West End
Inspired Living the Way You Envision
- 1900 Lauderdale Drive, Richmond, VA 23238
- Indoor heated pool and full-service spa
- Multiple restaurants serving fresh, delicious chef-prepared meals
- Lifelong learning, guest speakers and workshops
- Residents council and other committees and clubs to join, or start your own
- Regularly scheduled outings to museums, theater, historical sites and more
Kings Grant Apartments
- 2300 Grants Circle, Richmond, VA 23238
Gayton Terrace
The Brightest Tomorrows Begin Here
- 12401 Gayton Road, Richmond, VA 23238
- No endowment fees, affordable monthly rents
- Spacious studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments with kitchen & safety features
- Restaurant-style meals served daily in our elegant dining room
- Beauty salon, barber shop, library, activities room & lovely walking trail
- Ideal West End location at Gayton & Ridgefield Pkwy
Our Lady of Hope Health Center
Hope Is Where The Heart Is
- 13700 N. Gayton Road, Richmond, VA 23233
The Evergreens at Smith Run
- 2700 Cowan Boulevard, Richmond, VA 22401
What are Retirement Communities?
Retirement communities are often also called independent living communities, because they are designed for seniors who are able to live independently, with no need for daily personal or medical care. They are generally mid-to large-sized campus-style communities that offer a wide variety of activities and conveniences for residents.
If this sounds similar to an active adult or 55+ community, that is because retirement and active adult communities share some core commonalities. These often include providing exterior home and lawn maintenance, planned social activities, communal spaces and outdoor amenities such as tennis courts, golf courses or swimming pools. The benefits of living in a retirement community are generally the same as living in other types of senior housing: more opportunities for social engagement, more free time to spend pursuing hobbies and low-maintenance living. Retirement communities take low-maintenance living to an even higher level than active adult communities, because the following are often included, with other services available a la carte:
• Meals – 3x/day, served in a dining room
• Linen and laundry service
• Housekeeping
• Interior home maintenance
• Scheduled transportation to shopping, medical appointments and other errands
• 24-hr staff and onsite-healthcare in case of emergency
As in most types of senior housing, the size and style of home varies from community to community, from studio apartments to large villas, often with many styles available within the same campus. While the homes may differ in size, most will have features that are designed with seniors in mind, such as:
• One-level living
• Wide doorways
• Walk-in showers
• Low thresholds
• Emergency call systems
And while every community is unique, many will offer the same types of amenities and benefits to residents, all aimed at allowing them to live easier, more engaged and fulfilling lives. Most retirement communities provide an even broader range of amenities than those found in active adult communities, including:
• Daily scheduled activities, fitness classes or crafts
• On-site salons, libraries and chapels
• Game rooms
• Theaters
• Community meeting spaces such as club houses and bistros
• Private dining rooms for special family meals
• Community excursions
Some independent living communities are located within larger campuses that also offer assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care services; these campuses are called Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). They offer a full range of senior care to residents as they age and their health needs change. CCRCs allow residents to age in place, and stay within the same overall community, as they move from one level of care to the next. A CCRC is especially helpful if one spouse has different care needs than the other. Even if one spouse is in a higher-level care facility, couples are still close enough to see each other every day and are able to enjoy the same amenities and activities.
Use our US map above to begin your search for the best retirement communities for you or your loved one.
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