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Community overview

St. Mary's Woods Retirement Community is a nonprofit senior living community in Richmond. The community offers independent senior apartments and personalized assisted living, with assisted living services provided in residents’ apartments.

Search description

St. Mary's Woods Retirement Community offers independent apartments and personalized assisted living in Richmond.

Care & support

Assisted living can include medication reminders, help getting dressed and other personal tasks. The care plan team works with residents and families to arrange support that fits individual needs and promotes independence.

Care & support

A registered or licensed nurse is on site 24 hours a day. Physical, occupational and speech therapy are available on site, with therapists providing physician-ordered strengthening and rehabilitation sessions in a well-equipped gym.

Care & support

Respite stays can give a family caregiver a break or provide extra help during recovery from surgery or a minor injury. Private guest apartments are fully furnished, with stays described as a minimum of 30 days or longer.

Rooms & living spaces

Named floor plans include Aspen (584 square feet), Birch (464 square feet) and Chestnut (741 square feet). Some apartments have a private outdoor patio.

Rooms & living spaces

Apartments have full kitchens, oversized bathrooms, several large closets and individually controlled heating and air conditioning. Rent includes utilities, cable and Wi-Fi, but not telephone. There is no buy-in; monthly payments are market-rate, with customized care and other à la carte services available.

Everyday life

Transportation is provided to St. Mary’s Catholic Church for Mass and holiday programs. The campus is tucked on a quiet, wooded site about a minute off Gaskins Road.

Dining & meals

The culinary team prepares homemade favorites with local produce, meats and seafood, along with seasonal specials and recipes shared by residents. A registered dietician works with residents and the dining team on special dietary needs.

Dining & meals

Three meals a day are served in the dining room, and lunch or dinner can be taken to go. The dining team can also cater family celebrations or a special lunch for a group such as a garden club.

Activities & connection

Life Enrichment programming is designed around residents’ interests. Choices include arts and crafts, local outings and educational programs.

Activities & connection

Catholic and nondenominational worship opportunities include Mass, the rosary, Stations of the Cross, adoration, confession, prayer, Bible studies and hymn sings. Residents may invite their own clergy for personal visits or special spiritual needs.

Shared spaces & amenities

Raised flower beds and vegetable gardens offer space for gardening, and some of the produce is used in community menus.

Shared spaces & amenities

The on-site chapel is open to all. Residents and families can also use the library, tree-lined walking paths, fireplaces, porch and patio.

Shared spaces & amenities

The exercise room has a Nu-step machine, pulleys, weights and balance equipment. Tai Chi, seated exercise classes and organized walks are available, along with a paved, tree-lined path for outdoor walking.