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Vitality Living West End Richmond

Vitality Living West End Richmond is an assisted living and memory care community in Richmond, VA.

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  • Interior

    A cozy lobby featuring a fireplace and comfortable seating.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom featuring a neatly made bed with decorative pillows, a bedside lamp, and a large window allowing natural light.
  • Living Room

    Cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area by the window.
  • Building

    A brick building with an inviting entrance, framed by white columns and surrounded by trees.
  • Architecture

    A brick building with a portico entrance, surrounded by trees with vibrant red autumn leaves.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed, armchair, and window.
  • Windows

    A cozy living room with a beige sofa, coffee table, and decorative elements.
  • Dining

    A spacious and well-decorated dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • Landscaping

    A well-maintained garden area with a brick building in the background, featuring vibrant plants and a grassy lawn.
  • Lighting

    A cozy living room with bright yellow sofas, a piano, and large windows adorned with curtains.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy lobby area with comfortable seating and a fireplace.
  • Floor Plan

    Floor plan of a 475 sq. ft. two-bedroom apartment.
  • Television

    A cozy library with built-in bookshelves, a TV, and two armchairs.
  • Lobby

    A spacious and well-lit lobby with comfortable seating and a patterned carpet.

1800 Gaskins Road, Richmond, VA 23238

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 88 reviews
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Vitality Living West End Richmond Costs & Pricing

Vitality Living West End Richmond presents a competitive value for various living arrangements, particularly when compared to both Henrico County and the broader Virginia state averages. For instance, the monthly cost for a semi-private room at this facility is $2,965, significantly lower than the county's average of $3,975 and the state average of $3,991. Likewise, residents opting for a studio will find that at $3,515, it is more affordable than both Henrico County's $4,059 and Virginia's statewide figure of $4,436. While the pricing for one-bedroom units at $4,285 exceeds the county average of $3,718 but remains comparable to the state average. However, two-bedroom accommodations at Vitality Living are priced at $5,655 - higher than both local and state averages - but may reflect enhanced amenities or services available within that space. Overall, Vitality Living West End Richmond offers a range of options with varied costs that cater to different preferences while still maintaining an attractive price point in many categories.

Floor plansVitality Living West End RichmondHenrico CountyVirginia
Semi-Private$2,965$3,975$3,991
Studio$3,515$4,059$4,436
1 Bedroom$4,285$3,718$4,257
2 Bedrooms$5,655$4,494$4,602

Overall Review of Vitality Living West End Richmond

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Memory care feels quiet and supported

Residents describe the memory care unit as quiet, clean, and attentive to day-to-day needs.

Several reviews focus on the memory care environment and day-to-day support. One reviewer mentions a small, quiet memory care setting and gives specific examples of bathing and comfort care. Others highlight dedicated memory care staff who keep rooms clean and keep residents engaged with activities like games and crafts.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Restaurant-style dining and good meals

Dining is consistently described as good, with options that go beyond basic cafeteria-style meals.

Multiple residents and families mention that the food is good and that dining is a strong part of the experience. Reviews point to meals that residents enjoy, including positive comments about both the quality and the variety of what is served. This aligns with the community’s dining offering, which includes restaurant-style service and a range of special dietary options.

  • A spacious dining room featuring neatly set tables with orange tablecloths.
  • Cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area by the window.
  • A spacious and well-decorated dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
common 12 reviews mention this

Staff compassion stands out most

Across reviews, staff are described as caring, responsive, and focused on keeping residents comfortable.

The most repeated theme is how residents are treated by staff. Reviewers describe caregivers who are gentle, attentive, and willing to anticipate needs, including help with bathing and other personal care tasks. Even in reviews that raise operational issues, families often still describe the people providing care as kind and capable.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Understaffing and call-bell delays

Some reviews say staffing shortages can lead to delays when residents need help.

A recurring concern is that staffing shortages sometimes affect response times. Several reviewers mention slow response to call-bell or assistance requests, including situations where help was needed after falls. One review also raises concerns about management processes and staffing gaps, while another notes periods when the community is short staffed and certain services were paused or reduced.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Pricier feeling despite below-average pricing

Some families say the cost felt higher than expected, even though published pricing is positioned below local benchmarks.

One review says the community was a bit pricier than expected and that price flexibility wasn’t discussed early enough during follow-up. At the same time, the listing’s pricing range is presented as below county and state benchmarks across unit types. That mismatch suggests value may depend on the level of care and the overall package a family ends up needing.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 136 resident community capacity 136 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

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
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • 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

  • Richmond International (17 miles away) Richmond International (17 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • 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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • 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

  • 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
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Richmond, Virginia, this neighborhood offers a convenient and diverse array of amenities for seniors. With several pharmacies, physicians' offices, and hospitals within a few miles radius, healthcare services are easily accessible. There is also a variety of dining options from fast food chains to sit-down restaurants like Teppanyaki Grill & Buffet and Kickback Jack's. For those seeking spiritual fulfillment, places of worship such as Second Baptist Church and Gayton Baptist Church are nearby. In terms of recreation, residents can enjoy the Regal Short Pump & IMAX theater or relax in the nearby parks like Reidelbach Park and Huguenot Park. Overall, this area provides a mix of essential services and entertainment options that would cater well to seniors looking for a vibrant community to call home.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.3 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.3 miles)
  • Teppanyaki Grill & Buffet (2.5 miles)
  • Kickback Jack's (2.6 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2.6 miles)

Physicians

  • The Balance and Ear Center (1.3 miles)
  • Dr Mark Freeman & Associates (1.7 miles)
  • Patient First - Parham (1.7 miles)
  • The Pediatric Center (2 miles)
  • Richmond Dermatology Aesthetic Center (2.1 miles)
  • Melhorn, Melhorn & Quarles (2.3 miles)
  • Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute At Henrico Doctors' Hospital (2.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.4 miles)
  • Perk (5.7 miles)
  • Blanchard’s CafĂŠ (7.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Second Baptist Church (2.2 miles)
  • Gayton Baptist Church (3.6 miles)
  • Staples Mill Road Baptist Church (4.6 miles)
  • Richmond Virginia Temple (5 miles)
  • St Edward's Church (5.7 miles)
  • St Matthews United Methodist Church (6.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Short Pump & IMAX (3 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Marys South Building (4.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak (5 miles)

Parks

  • Reidelbach Park (5.8 miles)
  • Huguenot Park (6.9 miles)

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