Chesterfield Heights is an independent living community located in Midlothian, Virginia. The facility is designed for seniors seeking a supportive environment that promotes autonomy while providing access to a range of amenities and social opportunities. Residents have access to communal dining, a variety of organized activities, housekeeping services, and newly renovated common areas intended to facilitate engagement and social interaction. While Chesterfield Heights focuses on independent living, it does not provide assisted living or memory care services.
The care and medical support available at Chesterfield Heights includes several on-site and optional health-related services. Residents have access to a barber and beauty salon for personal grooming needs, as well as podiatry services for foot care. The facility offers medication management assistance, an important resource for those requiring support with their medication routines. Diabetes care is available, accommodating residents with specific dietary and monitoring needs related to diabetes management. In addition, incontinence care and ambulatory care services are provided for residents who need support in these areas. Chesterfield Heights can also accept residents with psychiatric issues, subject to assessment, and conducts care in the primary language of English. Fitness programs, including yoga and chair yoga, are available to support physical well-being and encourage an active lifestyle. Assistance is offered with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting for those who require minimal self-care support due to the independent living care setting.
Transportation services at Chesterfield Heights include complimentary transportation for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service enables residents to attend medical appointments, run errands, or participate in local community events without the need for personal transportation, thereby supporting independence and ensuring ease of access to essential services and leisure opportunities.
Reviews from residents and families point to a positive experience with the staff and daily operations at Chesterfield Heights. The staff has been described as helpful, efficient, and sympathetic, with management consistently available due to their on-premises presence and provision of 24-hour care. Cleanliness and safety are mentioned as particular strengths, and families report that residents' needs are generally well met. The activities director receives praise for creativity in programming, though there is some feedback expressing a desire for a broader array of activities and better sharing of calendars with families. Meals and amenities are considered adequate, though some visitors note unusual aspects such as tours of unfinished units and have raised concerns about the cost structure concerning all-inclusive meals. Other logistical points raised include staff members performing multiple roles and occasional uncertainty about available care levels. Communication from the administration is noted as effective, especially on important matters like Covid-19 procedures, and the majority of families feel comfortable recommending the facility. Overall, Chesterfield Heights provides a structured independent living option with health and wellness supports, personal care assistance, activity programming, and transportation services for seniors in the Midlothian area.
Costs at this community start at $2,370 and range up to $6,691. The average price in the community is $4,530, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,406. The cost of independent living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.