Senior Living in Richmond, Virginia (Part 2)

Richmond, the capital city of Virginia, is a wonderful place for seniors to spend their golden years. There are several good choices available for retirement communities, and on any list of senior living residences should be Sunrise Senior Living of Richmond. Located in Richmond's West End, Sunrise offers a one-story, three cottage setting that almost feels like being at home.

Sunrise offers a variety of lifestyle, service and care options that are tailored to each resident. And, to better meet the needs of residents, Sunrise conducts resident council meetings, family forums, and customer satisfaction surveys to ensure they are always on track for resident and family satisfaction.

Private or companion suites are available, complete with full bath and choice of floor plans. There is an emergency call system in each suite, a great community dining room, accommodations for private dining for family and guests, a 24-hour bistro, a sunroom, and media, television, and living room areas.

Sunrise offers outdoor areas for walking and relaxing, as well as terrific gardens and custom landscaping. There is a full service beauty / barber shop on the premises, and all utilities are included in the price. Three balanced meals are offered, with a lots of menu variety, and snacks are available throughout the day. Housekeeping and trash removal services are included, as are weekly laundry and linen service.

Of course, Sunrise offers plenty of recreational programs, as well as daily afternoon socials. Bus transportation is provided for outings, and a trained staff is available around the clock. Personalized assessments help Sunrise determine the perfect level of care for each resident, and helps to provide seniors with as much freedom and independence as possible.

Richmond and the surrounding area are perfect for those seniors who enjoy active and independent lifestyles. 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 Sunrise offers a wonderful opportunity for quality living.