Morningside in the West End is a senior living community located in Richmond, Virginia. The facility primarily offers assisted living as its main care type, with specialized services for residents requiring memory care. Additional accommodations are available for those seeking short-term respite care. Care at Morningside is tailored to individual needs with personalized care plans, assistance with daily activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, and a range of both medical and supportive services.
The care and medical support available at Morningside in the West End are comprehensive. Residents benefit from diabetes care and complete medication management, with medication management offered for a fee or cost. Licensed nurses are on-site to address ongoing health needs, and the secured community design specifically supports the safety and well-being of those living with memory impairment. The facility provides incontinence and ambulatory care support, and there is a dedicated memory care program that accepts residents with psychiatric conditions related to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Therapy is available on-site, featuring a therapy room as well as in-house physical therapy and rehabilitation services, which may be billed privately or through insurance where applicable. Additional support comes from visiting healthcare professionals, including dermatologists, hospice teams, physicians, podiatrists, and therapists, whose services may be covered by insurance or billed separately. Residents also have access to fitness programs through an on-site fitness center.
Facility amenities and resident services include laundry and dry cleaning, a barber and beauty salon, communal spaces for clubs and hobby groups, and language support in French for those who need it. Morningside emphasizes opportunities for social engagement and activity, with an activities team organizing events and clubs to encourage community involvement. Courtyards and well-maintained common spaces offer residents places to socialize or enjoy time outdoors. Family and resident reviews note the cleanliness and brightness of the facility, staff responsiveness, and attentive care, especially within the rehabilitation and memory care departments. Some families have noted occasional concerns such as call bell response times, food quality, or weekend staffing levels.
Transportation services at Morningside in the West End include complimentary transportation for both medical and select non-medical purposes. This service allows residents to attend medical appointments, run errands, or participate in community outings, supporting continued engagement with the broader Richmond area.
Overall, Morningside in the West End provides a structured and supportive environment for seniors requiring assisted living or memory care. The facility emphasizes individualized care, with a range of medical and therapeutic services onsite and a variety of amenities designed to support both well-being and social engagement.
Costs at this community start at $3,195 and range up to $6,092. The average price in the community is $4,895, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,699. The cost of assisted 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.
