The Berkeley at Short Pump Assisted Living and Memory Care in Richmond, Virginia
The Berkeley at Short Pump in Richmond, Virginia, offers assisted living and memory care, with room for the everyday moments that make life feel familiar: conversation over breakfast, a favorite activity, or time with family. This locally owned and operated senior living community in Richmond’s West End combines a close-knit atmosphere with personalized care. Residents receive assistance tailored to their needs while maintaining their individual interests and preferences. Freshly prepared meals, community outings, and help with household responsibilities leave more time for connection and enjoyment.
Assisted Living with Personalized Daily Care
At The Berkeley at Short Pump, assistance begins with understanding the person receiving it. Staff work with residents and their families to learn about individual needs and preferences, and a community nurse completes an assessment to determine the appropriate level of care. Residents can continue making everyday choices while receiving help with tasks that have become difficult.
Depending on the assessed care level, assistance may include:
- Medication Management
- Bathing, Dressing, and Grooming
- Toileting and Incontinence Care
- Assistance with Eating
- Transfers and Escorts
- Daily Reminders
Nursing personnel are on site 24 hours a day for both assisted living and memory care. Emergency call systems allow residents to request help, including in assisted living apartments and bathrooms.
Memory Care Centered on Familiarity and Connection
The Memory Support Neighborhood provides care for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Personal history, preferences, and personality shape daily interactions and activities. Consistent caregivers and predictable schedules provide continuity throughout the day in a secure neighborhood.
Music, hands-on activities, reminiscence, and sensory engagement offer varied ways to participate. Staff use validation-based communication, acknowledging the feelings behind a resident’s words rather than arguing over details. This approach addresses emotional and cognitive needs alongside physical assistance.
Memory care includes medication management and assistance with daily living as part of its rent-and-care arrangement. Residents can also transition from assisted living to memory care as their needs change.
Residences and Floor Plans
Familiar belongings help residents make their living space their own. The Berkeley at Short Pump offers a selection of floor plans, with distinct accommodations for assisted living and memory care.
Assisted Living Apartments
Floor plan options include studios, one-bedroom apartments, deluxe one-bedroom apartments, and companion accommodations. Assisted living apartment features include:
- Private Bathroom with a Sit-Down Shower
- Kitchenette with a Refrigerator and Sink
- Storage Space
- Individually Controlled Heating and Air Conditioning
- Raised Commodes and Bathroom Grab Bars
- Smoke Detectors and Sprinkler Systems
Memory Care Residences
Memory care offers both private and shared accommodations within the designated neighborhood. Available arrangements include:
- Companion Suites
- Suites with a Private Bedroom and Shared Bathroom
- Private Suites
Freshly Prepared Dining and Time Together
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner offer opportunities to enjoy conversation without the responsibility of preparing each meal. A chef trained in France prepares fresh food, served in a restaurant-style setting. Menus can accommodate individual dietary needs, and snacks are available between meals.
Household Services and Transportation
Fewer chores leave more time for hobbies, activities, and family visits. Both assisted living and memory care include household services that handle routine cleaning and upkeep. Transportation arrangements also help residents get to medical appointments.
- Weekly Housekeeping
- Weekly Laundry
- Maintenance Services
- Utilities Except Telephone and Cable
- Transportation to Medical Appointments
Assisted living residents can request an escort for medical appointments. Memory care transportation includes escort services to and from appointments.
Activities That Encourage Community Connections
Activities at The Berkeley at Short Pump reflect residents’ interests and provide opportunities to spend time with others. Off-site excursions include cultural, dining, and scenic destinations, adding variety beyond the property’s park-like setting. Participation in local events and multigenerational gatherings also helps residents stay connected to the surrounding community.
Senior Living in Richmond’s West End
The Berkeley at Short Pump is located on Gaskins Road in Henrico County’s Short Pump area, approximately 15 miles northwest of downtown Richmond. Nearby Short Pump Town Center places the property near shopping and restaurants, within an area that also includes parks and residential neighborhoods.
Tour The Berkeley at Short Pump
Tour The Berkeley at Short Pump to see for yourself what daily life is like. Explore the residences and dining spaces while learning more about assisted living, memory care, community activities, and current availability.
