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Mom's Retirement Home in Richmond, VA

Mom's Retirement Home is a senior community in Richmond, VA.

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Mom's Retirement Home in Richmond, VA

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Mom's Retirement Home

2230 W Grace St, Richmond, VA 23220

To contact a resident: (804) 355-4145

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

4.4 from 51 reviews
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Overall Review of Mom's Retirement Home

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Activities are a daily highlight

Residents consistently point to lots of activities and outings available throughout the week.

Many residents describe an activity calendar that feels nonstop, with both onsite events and planned offsite trips. Reviews mention specific favorites like bridge, exercise classes, concerts, spiritual programming, and “practical” activities such as shopping. Several also say there are enough options that they can choose what fits them, rather than feeling limited to a small set of events.

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Caring, responsive staff stands out

Staff members are repeatedly described as caring, attentive, and quick to address concerns.

Across the reviews, residents and families describe staff as kind and supportive, with relationships that make them feel known. Multiple reviews say concerns are handled in a timely way, and one resident specifically mentions staff checking in throughout the day for peace of mind. Even in more observational comments from visitors and vendors, the staff is portrayed as welcoming and helpful.

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Meals get frequent praise

Food is a frequent positive theme, described as tasty and well planned.

Residents and visitors often mention the meals, describing them as delicious and well varied. Several reviews add detail such as home-cooked Southern-style food, good overall taste, and a dining experience that includes careful serving and cleanup. A number of families also tie the dining experience to overall satisfaction with day-to-day life.

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Welcoming atmosphere and upkeep

Reviews commonly describe the community as clean, nicely decorated, and welcoming.

A handful of reviews highlight an inviting feel, including comfortable common areas and apartments that residents describe as cozy. Visitors mention the facility being clean and beautifully decorated, and some comments connect that to a sense of warmth when arriving. One resident also notes the surrounding setting as part of what makes the community feel pleasant.

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Some mixed impressions on care

A small number of reviewers raise concerns about care quality and overall condition.

While most feedback is positive, a couple of reviews are sharply negative. One reviewer questions whether the focus is truly on care, and another describes the visit as depressing and overcrowded, with an overall sense that the setting didn’t feel appealing. These comments stand out as exceptions to the broader pattern of satisfaction.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home

Transportation

  • Richmond International (9 miles away) Richmond International (9 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Richmond, Virginia offers a convenient and bustling urban environment with easy access to cafes, restaurants, pharmacies, physicians, parks, places of worship, theaters, hospitals, and transportation options. The area is well-equipped with multiple Starbucks locations for your coffee fix and a variety of dining options ranging from fast food to local eateries. There are several pharmacies nearby for any medical needs, as well as physicians and hospitals within close proximity for healthcare services. Parks offer green spaces for relaxation and recreation, while places of worship provide spiritual nourishment. The neighborhood also boasts entertainment options like theaters and easy access to public transportation for exploring the city. Overall, this area provides a vibrant and diverse community that may be ideal for senior living with its mix of amenities and services.

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.4 miles)
  • Lamplighter (0.7 miles)
  • Blanchard’s Café (0.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.8 miles)
  • Quench (1.9 miles)
  • The Smoky Mug (2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chicken Fiesta (0.1 miles)
  • Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken (0.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.4 miles)
  • Joe's Inn (0.4 miles)
  • Sticky Rice (0.6 miles)
  • Blue Bee Cider (0.7 miles)
  • Papa John's Pizza (0.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.1 miles)
  • Paragon Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Surgical Specialists of Richmond (0.4 miles)
  • MCV Children's Pavillion (2.1 miles)
  • Bergen Nelson, MD, MS (2.1 miles)
  • Clanton, Samuel Ambulatory Care Center (2.2 miles)
  • Wickersham Jodi Hume Lee Transplant Clinic Richmond (2.2 miles)
  • Patterson Eye Clinic (2.9 miles)
  • Neuropsychological Associates Of Virginia (3.2 miles)

Parks

  • Byrd Park (0.4 miles)
  • Lombardy Park Playground (0.6 miles)
  • Monroe Park (1.1 miles)
  • Battery Park (1.5 miles)
  • Dogwood Dell (1.6 miles)
  • Barker Field Dog Park (1.6 miles)
  • Brown's Island (2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Remnant Church (0.5 miles)
  • Tikvat Israel Congregation (0.6 miles)
  • Christadelphian Chapel (0.8 miles)
  • 31st Street Baptist Church (3.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Bow Tie Movieland at Boulevard Square (0.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • VCU Medical Center Emergency Department (0.8 miles)
  • Hospital Hospitality House (1.9 miles)
  • Vcu Health System Authority (2 miles)
  • Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU (2.1 miles)
  • VCU Critical Care Hospital (2.3 miles)
  • St Marys South Building (3.2 miles)
  • Bon Secours Richmond Community Hospital (3.4 miles)

Transportation

  • GRTC Pulse - Convention Center (1.7 miles)
  • Main Street Station (2.5 miles)

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