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Richmond Place in Lexington, KY

Richmond Place is an assisted living and memory care community in Lexington, KY.

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Richmond Place in Lexington, KY

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  • Interior

    A serene and modern bedroom featuring a white bed, cozy seating area, and ample natural light.

  • Decor

    A modern dining area featuring stylish furniture, elegant lighting, and decorative wall art.

  • Living Room

    A cozy and modern living room featuring stylish furniture, a warm fireplace, and ample shelving for books.

  • Building

    A beautifully lit hotel exterior in the evening.

  • Dining

    A modern dining area featuring elegant green seating and stylish decor.

  • Landscaping

    The entrance sign for Lexington Premier, showcasing a welcoming atmosphere.

  • Lighting

    A modern dining room featuring a spacious wooden table, stylish chairs, and contemporary lighting.

  • Exterior

    A residential building with a parking lot and an American flag, set against a cloudy sky.

  • Seating

    A modern restaurant interior featuring green upholstered seating, artistic wall decor, and stylish dining tables and chairs.

2770 Palumbo Drive, Lexington, KY 40509

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4.3 from 55 reviews
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Overall Review of Richmond Place

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Care continuity across levels

Continuity of care stands out, with independent, assisted, and memory care tied together on campus.

Residents and families describe Richmond Place as offering multiple care levels within the same overall campus, including independent, assisted, and memory units. Several people mention adding services over time—such as moving from independent settings to more supported care—without feeling like they were starting over. Others also point to on-site therapy availability and a responsive approach to medical needs, including a stated focus on proximity to healthcare. One drawback that comes up is that the memory care unit is described as not connected to the main building in the way some visitors expected.

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Activities keep days full

Activities are a major part of daily life, with plenty happening on-site and through outings.

Many reviews describe an active schedule with groups, classes, and day-to-day events, including arts and crafts, exercise options, and games. Several residents and families also mention outdoor spaces and walking opportunities as part of what keeps people engaged. Even during periods when residents were more limited, reviewers say the community worked to keep activities available. The main caveat is that construction or COVID-related limitations are sometimes described as reducing activity options or making the environment less calm.

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Dining is a mixed point

Dining draws both strong praise and recurring complaints about quality and meal execution.

Some residents describe meals as enjoyable and comparable to an “upscale restaurant,†with positive comments about specific dining experiences like the dining room and chef. Others report persistent issues, including food quality being poor, portions being too small, meals not matching what was ordered, or less variety than expected. During renovations and other disruptions, at least a few reviewers describe meal delivery not aligning with preferences and timing. Overall, dining satisfaction looks inconsistent across experiences and periods of service.

  • A modern dining area featuring stylish furniture, elegant lighting, and decorative wall art.
  • A modern dining area featuring elegant green seating and stylish decor.
  • A modern dining room featuring a spacious wooden table, stylish chairs, and contemporary lighting.
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Staff responsiveness and helpfulness

Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and helpful, with families valuing communication and follow-through.

Across reviews, residents and families frequently mention staff as kind, responsive, and attentive—whether at the front desk, in day-to-day interactions, or around care needs. Several people also highlight how staff stayed in contact and supported them during stressful times, including COVID and weather-related disruptions. A few accounts temper this with issues like repairs taking a long time, missed follow-ups, or communication lapses around calls and meal-plan changes. Still, the overall pattern in the reviews is that staff effort is a key reason people feel comfortable recommending the community.

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Courtyard, pool, and grounds

The outdoor courtyard, pool, and well-kept grounds are repeatedly cited as a big draw.

Reviews often highlight the courtyard as a safe, pleasant place to walk and spend time, including for pet owners. The community’s pool is mentioned as a favorite feature, along with other outdoor areas such as garden space and walking trails. Several reviewers also note that indoor common spaces are clean and attractive, especially after renovations. The main concern tied to the site is that major remodeling periods can make parts of the facility feel messy or less comfortable day to day.

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Costs and promises vary

Cost comes up frequently, with some describing pricing as expensive or with added charges.

A recurring theme is that Richmond Place can feel expensive, even while others say it offers good value for what they receive. Some reviews also mention concerns about charges not being fully revealed early, and that promises made did not always hold up during the experience. In at least one account, the complaint ties into overall service expectations beyond just pricing. Overall, the reviews suggest cost is an important deciding factor and outcomes can vary by person and situation.

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Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Golf Golf
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Blue Grass (9 miles away) Blue Grass (9 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Lexington, Kentucky, this area offers a variety of healthcare options with pediatricians, allergists, gastroenterologists, and headache specialists all within a short distance. Pharmacies like Kroger and CVS are conveniently located for easy access to medications. In terms of dining options, there are popular chain restaurants such as Chili's and Chick-Fil-A nearby. For those looking for a caffeine fix, Starbucks and Panera Bread cafes are also easily accessible. The neighborhood is home to Regal Hamburg Pavilion IMAX & RPX theater for entertainment, as well as several parks like Jacobson Park for outdoor activities. Additionally, there are several places of worship including Apostles Anglican Church and Centenary United Methodist Church for spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this area provides a mix of healthcare facilities, dining options, entertainment venues, and places of worship making it a potentially suitable option for seniors considering relocation to Lexington.

Physicians

  • A Caring Touch Pediatrics (0.2 miles)
  • Vincent Mullen, MD (0.4 miles)
  • Bluegrass Allergy Care (0.4 miles)
  • Horizon Headache Center (0.5 miles)
  • Central Kentucky Gastroenterology (0.5 miles)
  • Rebecca Lockhart, APRN (0.5 miles)
  • Eye Consultants Of KY (0.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Forward Edge (0.4 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • C & C Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Kroger Grocery Pickup and Delivery (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Continuing Care Hospital (0.5 miles)
  • Urgent Treatment Clinics (1.8 miles)
  • VA Hospital Cooper Drive Lexington Ky (4.1 miles)
  • UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital Pavilion HA (4.2 miles)
  • Select Specialty Hospital (4.2 miles)
  • UK Chandler- Medicine ICU (4.2 miles)
  • UK Good Samaritan Hospital (4.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Zaxby's (0.7 miles)
  • Wendy's (0.8 miles)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar (0.8 miles)
  • Five Guys Burgers & Fries (0.9 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (1 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
  • Kenwick Table (2.9 miles)
  • Kentucky Native Café (3.8 miles)
  • Cafe Central (4.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Hamburg Pavilion IMAX & RPX (1.6 miles)

Parks

  • Jacobson Park (1.6 miles)
  • Pleasant Ridge Park (1.7 miles)
  • Jacobson Park Dog Park (2.2 miles)
  • Woodland Park (3.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Apostles Anglican Church (3 miles)
  • Centenary United Methodist Church (3.1 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (3.3 miles)
  • Woodland Christian Church (3.6 miles)

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