The Guardian Light in Glen Allen, VA

Features

Housing

• 5 resident community capacity

Types of Care

• Assisted Living
• Board and Care Home

Amenities

• Cable or satellite TV
• Dining room
• Fully furnished
• Garden
• Housekeeping services
• Move-in coordination
• Outdoor space
• Telephone
• Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

• Richmond International (13 miles away)

Care Services

• 24-hour supervision
• Activities of daily living assistance
• Assistance with bathing
• Assistance with dressing
• Assistance with transfers
• Coordination with health care providers
• Diabetes diet
• Meal preparation and service
• Medication management
• Special dietary restrictions
• Transportation arrangement (medical)
• Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

• Diabetes diet
• Special dietary restrictions

Activities

• Community-sponsored activities
• Scheduled daily activities

Description

The Guardian Light in Glen Allen, VA is a board and care home that provides exceptional care for seniors in need of assistance with daily activities. With fully furnished rooms and a comfortable dining room, residents can enjoy their meals in a peaceful setting. The community also offers housekeeping services to ensure a clean and tidy living environment.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the beautiful garden and outdoor space available at The Guardian Light, providing opportunities to relax and enjoy nature. For those who like to stay connected, telephone service and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet are available throughout the community.

The dedicated staff at The Guardian Light offers various care services including assistance with bathing, dressing, and transfers. They also coordinate with health care providers to ensure that residents receive the necessary medical attention. Special dietary restrictions, such as diabetes diets, are carefully catered to during meal preparation and service.

Transportation arrangements for medical purposes are provided by the community, making it easy for residents to attend doctor's appointments. Additionally, there are three cafes, eight pharmacies, eight physicians' offices, 15 restaurants, two transportation options, and two places of worship located nearby for added convenience.

To promote an enriching lifestyle for residents, The Guardian Light organizes scheduled daily activities. This allows individuals to socialize with peers while participating in engaging events within the community.

Overall, The Guardian Light offers a caring and comfortable environment for seniors who require assistance with daily activities. With its comprehensive amenities, professional care services, convenient location near amenities and healthcare facilities, this assisted living community is an excellent choice for seniors seeking quality care and vibrant social opportunities.

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• Chester
• Chesterfield
• Glen Allen
• Henrico
• Hopewell
• Mechanicsville
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