Heritage Oaks in Richmond offers an Independent Living program designed for adults who want a maintenance-free lifestyle while retaining control of their day-to-day routines. Medical oversight is available to residents younger than 60 and to those with mild dementia, and the community provides on-site medication management as well as scheduled visits from occupational, physical and podiatry professionals. Assistance with bathing, dressing, eating and toileting is available for individuals who need help with these self-care tasks, allowing residents to stay in place even as needs change.
Additional safeguards include staff members who have cleared background checks and an awake night shift to respond to emergencies. Apartments are equipped with pull-cord and PERS systems that alert staff, and exterior doors are alarmed; the front grounds are also fenced. An activity director coordinates daily programs to keep residents engaged, and regular wellness checks help the clinical team track each resident’s status.
Apartments may feature private bathrooms, kitchenettes, independent temperature controls and the option to paint or decorate the room, although not every unit has every feature. Weekly housekeeping is provided for Independent Living residents, and a monthly meal plan is available so cooking remains a choice rather than a necessity.
Dining centers on a main dining room that offers both set menus and made-to-order options at each meal, with snacks available throughout the day. Guest meals can be arranged so family members can join residents for dinner, and a private dining room can be reserved for special occasions.
Heritage Oaks provides resident parking, outside smoking areas, and is wheelchair accessible throughout the grounds. The community is pet-friendly; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed. Amenities include a barber and beauty shop, exercise room, movie room, wellness center, library, chapel with on-site religious services, bistro and patio, game and billiards room, communal gardens and a grand piano in the common area. Internet access, a building intercom system, cable through Comcast, and free hall laundry rooms for personal items are available, along with a separate service for linens and towels. On-site home health companies, visiting doctors, Graceful Stays, a rental guest suite, and transportation options—plus proximity to public transit—round out the services intended to make life convenient and engaging for every resident.
