Runk and Pratt at Liberty Ridge is a senior living community located in Lynchburg, Virginia. The community provides a range of care types, primarily focusing on assisted living, with additional senior living services available. The facility is designed to support varying levels of resident independence, offering independent living and memory support as part of its continuum of care. Residents have access to amenities such as chef-prepared meals, a barber and beauty salon, scheduled social activities, wellness programs, and fitness classes. Additional offerings include yoga and chair yoga. The environment is maintained with an emphasis on cleanliness and a variety of spaces for social engagement.
The care and medical support services at Runk and Pratt at Liberty Ridge are structured to address a range of health and daily living needs. Diabetes care involves monitoring and support, including assistance with dietary management and medication oversight. Medication management is offered, with staff coordinating medication schedules and ensuring compliance with physician orders. For residents needing incontinence care, trained caregivers are available to provide discrete assistance and routine support. Ambulatory care is provided for residents who require help with mobility, which may include transfers and walking support. The facility also offers the services of a massage therapist and operates an on-site barber and beauty salon for resident convenience. Fitness programs are available, and both English and Spanish are supported as primary languages for communication with residents. Assistance with all activities of daily living is available, with staff capable of providing full support for bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting for those who need it.
Transportation services are available for both medical appointments and non-medical outings. The facility provides complimentary transportation for pre-scheduled trips and can arrange additional transportation at cost for destinations outside of scheduled routes or specialized purposes. These transportation services are designed to help residents access necessary medical care, attend off-site activities, or fulfill personal errands, thereby supporting independence and engagement within the broader community.
Resident and family reviews of Runk and Pratt at Liberty Ridge reflect a mixed but generally favorable perception of the facility. Positive feedback highlights the clean environment, attractive surroundings, and the variety of available activities and programming. Staff members are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and compassionate, with some long-term employees and active administrators providing a sense of continuity and responsive management. Nonetheless, sentiment among some reviewers indicates ongoing concerns about staffing shortages, which have at times led to delays in care such as bathing, medication delivery, and other aspects of daily living support. Some reviewers have also noted frustration related to promised amenities or communication lapses. While serious issues have occasionally been reported, especially during transitional periods or emergencies, many families continue to express satisfaction due to the dedication of frontline staff and the facility’s lively community atmosphere. Prospective residents and their families are advised to carefully review advertised amenities, verify staffing levels, and keep communication channels open to ensure ongoing alignment with care expectations. As of 2024, there have been no significant operational changes or major expansions announced, and the facility remains focused on delivering quality care within its established programs and services.
Costs at this community start at $2,190 and range up to $6,308. The average price in the community is $4,249, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,634. 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.