Senior Living in Richmond, Virginia

For those among us looking for a retirement community in which to spend the senior years in Virginia's capital city of Richmond, The Virginian Retirement Residence has a lot to offer. Located at 300 Twinridge Lane, The Virginian sits on five full acres in a hillside cul-de-sac, beautifully landscaped and designed to accommodate active and independent living.

Established nearly twenty years ago, The Virginian requires no long-term buy in or lease, and offers features sure to meet the needs of just about anyone seeking retirement living. A spacious dining room offers three meals each day at one sitting, and dietician services are available for those with special nutritional needs. Housekeeping personnel take care of the maintenance of the variety of studio, one bedroom and two bedroom suites that accommodate residents.

Plenty of resident activities are available at The Virginian, or seniors can take advantage of a game room, television room, or computer kiosk. The Virginian also offers a chapel and beauty / barber shop, as well as a guest suite that is available for visitors. This last feature is especially appealing to relatives who do not live in the local area. Being able to stay on site allows visitors to make the most of their time with loved ones. The management team of The Virginian lives on the premises, and a 24-hour emergency call system is in place. All offered services and all utilities are included in the monthly rental amount, so there are no additional fees to worry about.

Living in Richmond is perfect for those seniors who enjoy an active and independent lifestyle. Within the city limits there are numerous cultural attractions, including the Museum of the Confederacy and the Richmond Science Museum, and lots of shopping and dining destinations, including fashionable malls, upscale restaurants, and the historic Shockoe Bottom District. Paramount's King's Dominion theme park is a short drive north, providing a great location to spend a day. While the amusement rides may not be a senior's idea of a great time, the different entertainment options are suitable for all ages. A little bit more to the north is our nation's capital, Washington, D.C. From historical monuments to the Smithsonian Institution's museums, and from the halls of Congress to the National Archives, there is no better place to enjoy our nation's rich history.

To the east, Colonial Williamsburg features a historic area based on colonial period life, including costumed actors who play the roles of colonists living and conducting business in a colonial town. Also to the east is the Jamestown Settlement, a recreation of the lives of some of America's first settlers. Attractions include replicas of the ships used by the settlers to travel the ocean to the New World, a museum, a recreated fort, and a replica Indian village. And, for those seniors who enjoy a bit more of historical flair, the Yorktown battlefield offers a museum, battlefield tour, replica colonial farm, and a recreated military encampment.

Richmond is the perfect place to spend your senior years, and The Virginian offers the utmost in quality living. From lush surroundings to a resident environment geared toward supporting active and independent lifestyles, this retirement community is a must consider location.