Vitality Living West End Richmond

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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.

Vitality Living West End Richmond

1800 Gaskins Road, Richmond, VA 23238

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.3 from 35 reviews
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Assisted Living Memory Care

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.

Room TypeVitality 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

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The staff at Vitality Living West End Richmond are friendly, attentive, and genuinely care for the residents.
    • pro Many families feel reassured knowing their loved ones are receiving good care in a clean and welcoming environment.
    • pro The location of the facility is convenient and easily accessible for families visiting their loved ones.
    • pro Residents seem to enjoy the food provided, with several reviewers noting it is better than at other facilities.
    • pro Communication between staff and families is generally good, creating a supportive community atmosphere.
    • pro The caregivers are described as gentle and kind, fostering trust among residents and their families.
    • pro Families appreciate the efforts of the administration to address concerns promptly and manage smooth transitions for new residents.
    • pro The community offers various activities for residents, contributing to an engaging living experience.
    • pro Overall impressions suggest that many residents feel safe and comfortable in this facility.

    Cons

    • pro The community is currently understaffed, leading to slow responses to call button requests and delays in medication delivery.
    • pro There are significant issues with the call bell system, leaving residents without timely assistance when needed.
    • pro Complaints about the quality of food indicate that it has declined since moving in, with some residents expressing dissatisfaction with meal variety.
    • pro The management team seems to have a high turnover rate, causing concerns about continuity of care and stability within the facility.
    • pro There was a financial mistake made by the facility that caused complications for a resident's banking situation.
    • pro The in-house doctor provided minimal care during appointments, lacking professionalism and thoroughness in evaluations.
    • pro Some residents feel bored and under-stimulated due to a lack of engaging activities, particularly in the memory care center.
    • pro Issues with laundry services have been reported, including missing items and reminders needed for basic tasks like bedding changes.
    • pro Several families expressed concerns regarding the cleanliness of shared areas or furniture during their tours or visits.
    • pro There are reports of management processes failing to support the caring staff adequately, leaving them at a disadvantage in providing proper care.

    Review

    Vitality Living West End Richmond has garnered a range of feedback from residents and their families, presenting a diverse picture of the facility’s strengths and weaknesses. Many reviewers have commended the staff for their friendliness and attentiveness, particularly when it comes to the care provided to residents with memory issues. Families appreciate that some caregivers genuinely seem to care about the elderly individuals they look after, showing kindness and compassion rather than merely clocking in hours for a paycheck. For some families, having staff who show genuine interest in residents has made a significant difference in their loved one's experience.

    However, despite the positive interactions with staff, several reviews highlight systemic problems within the facility that leave much to be desired. Many families expressed concerns regarding understaffing—an issue that appears to be consistent across many similar facilities nowadays. Delays in response times for call button requests were frequently noted; in some instances, there were moments where urgent assistance was required but took too long to arrive. Residents calling out for help often remain unattended for extended periods during times when staffing is thin. This raises questions about resident safety and overall quality of care, particularly in memory care units where quick access to help is crucial.

    Food quality has also been mentioned as an area needing improvement by several reviewers. While initial impressions during tours indicated favorable meals, some families reported a decline in food quality once their loved ones moved into Vitality Living. Complaints ranged from repetitive menu items leading to boredom among residents to unexpected changes or alterations without notice. Meals are central not just for nutrition but also serve as social gathering points for residents; thus, dissatisfaction can heavily impact their overall experience at the community.

    Communication between staff and family members seems variable according to different reviews. Some families found administration easy to reach and responsive while others expressed frustrations over insufficient feedback from particular management personnel or medical staff assigned at the facility. Particular incidents such as medical consultations being handled unprofessionally raised significant concerns among family members who wanted thorough assessments for their loved ones’ health needs. These lapses could be attributed both to staffing shortages affecting workload distribution and possibly ineffective management practices hampering communication processes.

    The activities provided at Vitality Living appeared more positively reviewed compared to other aspects of care mentioned previously. Reviewers appreciated efforts made by activity coordinators trying hard to engage residents through various programs suited for all levels of mobility and interests among seniors. However, suggestions included bringing more physical activities like daily walks or stretching exercises into programs since many felt these would enrich life quality considerably for those under memory care.

    Despite mixed feelings regarding specific components of what Vitality Living offers—such as staffing challenges impacting service delivery or shortcomings related primarily around food quality—the general consensus leans towards appreciation for the friendly environment cultivated by employees towards both residents and families alike. With ongoing improvements aimed at addressing these identified gaps—as well as keeping lines of communication open between management teams and families—the establishment seems poised on a journey toward more fully realizing its potential as a nurturing home-like setting while continuing efforts focused on enhancing overall resident satisfaction wholistically moving forward.

    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 Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Transportation

    • 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

    Description

    Vitality Living West End Richmond is an exceptional assisted living community located in Richmond, VA. We specialize in providing top-notch Memory Care services for seniors who require specialized care and support for cognitive impairments.

    At Vitality Living West End Richmond, we prioritize the well-being and comfort of our residents by offering a wide range of amenities. Our community features various on-site activities to keep residents engaged and entertained. Additionally, each apartment is equipped with air-conditioning for optimal comfort. Our beautician and beauty salon are available on-site to cater to the personal grooming needs of our residents. Cable or satellite TV is provided in every apartment for their entertainment.

    We also offer convenient transportation services operated by the community, ensuring that our residents can easily access nearby destinations. Our computer center provides internet access and allows residents to stay connected with their loved ones. Devotional services are held both on-site and off-site to cater to the spiritual needs of our residents.

    When it comes to dining, Vitality Living West End Richmond offers restaurant-style dining in a beautifully designed dining room. Our professional chef prepares exquisite meals, accommodating special dietary restrictions such as gluten-free, low/no sodium, organic, vegan, vegetarian options, as well as specific diabetes diet plans. Guest meals are also available upon request.

    To enhance our residents' quality of life, we provide numerous activities and programs that allow them to socialize and engage in fulfilling experiences. These include fitness programs, live musical performances, day trips and outings, educational speakers/life-long learning opportunities, resident-run activities, happy hours, planned excursions and many more.

    Furthermore, our community boasts several amenities such as a fully furnished gaming room, garden area for relaxation outdoors or gardening enthusiasts. Residents can enjoy indoor common areas where they can mingle with fellow seniors or retreat to small libraries for some quiet reading time. Housekeeping services ensure that the living spaces remain clean and tidy.

    Our dedicated staff is available 24/7 to provide assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, and other personalized care services. We coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure our residents receive the best possible care. For those with memory impairments, we offer specialized memory care programming to support their unique needs.

    Moreover, our community is pet-friendly, allowing residents to bring their furry friends along. We also provide move-in coordination for a hassle-free transition into our community. Additionally, we offer respite or short-term stays for seniors who require temporary care.

    Vitality Living West End Richmond is conveniently located near several cafes, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, places of worship, theaters, and hospitals ensuring that our residents have easy access to essential amenities and services.

    Choose Vitality Living West End Richmond for exceptional Memory Care in a vibrant and supportive community setting.

    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 Café (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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