Riderwood Village sits as a large, gated senior living community for people aged 55 and over, run by Erickson Senior Living, offering several levels of care like independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, so folks can stay in the same place as their needs change over time, and the campus feels like a little town with neighborhoods and buildings named things like Arbor Ridge and Orchard Point, all connected by glass-enclosed, climate-controlled walkways leading to resort-style amenities. The homes come in many different layouts, including studios, bungalows, one- or two-bedroom apartments and condos, with floor plans named things like The Brighton, The Dover, and The Georgetown, some with features like full kitchens, balconies, private dens, washers and dryers, double exposure, and extra-large spaces; they're all made to be low-maintenance and have open layouts with modern fixtures. The community makes life easier with housekeeping, laundry, on-site banking, cable TV, strong WiFi, in-room emergency call systems, and transportation to appointments, plus priority lists for reserving homes and help with moving.
Dining choices come in all forms with ten places, including Wye Oak Bistro, The Fireside Restaurant, and Blue Heron Pub, and residents can enjoy chef-prepared meals at all times of the day, or relax at a gazebo, grill area, or out by the ponds and gardens, and there are walking trails and lush landscapes taken care of by professional landscapers. For those who like to stay active or try something new, there are fitness gyms, indoor pools, bocce courts, pickleball, tennis and shuffleboard courts, a golf course, and pet-friendly areas, plus arts and crafts rooms, woodworking shops, greenhouses, libraries, classrooms, and computer centers; people can join clubs and groups, like gardening or birding, genealogy, model yachts, or try games like table tennis and Wii Bowling. The calendar stays full, with regular festivals, movies, lectures, performances, and education programs such as science and travel talks, plus performing arts groups like the Village Early Music Ensemble and Riderwood Rise Up Singing.
Folks who need help day-to-day can use assisted living services, getting support with bathing, dressing, nearby medical appointments, meals, medication reminders, and other care, while the memory care units give 24-hour support for those living with Alzheimer's or other memory conditions, including activities to help with memory and a calm environment. Those needing the most help can get skilled nursing services right on site-meaning round-the-clock care, rehabilitation, wound treatment, and nursing support, and the rehabilitation team helps people recover from illness or injury, with all the health support being close by so no one has to travel far.
Respite care brings temporary relief to caregivers, and family get information and tools for planning, including cost strategies using insurance, house sales, or savings, and resources like glossaries and caregiving guides, so there's always support for the next step. Riderwood Village is designed with comfort, activity, and safety in mind, offering both privacy in individualized apartments and a vibrant social life for those who want to participate in groups, clubs, and community events, and there are always staff and volunteers running support groups and civility committees, giving a sense of togetherness and purpose as people age, with transportation and emergency systems nearby. Residents and their families can use maps, activity guides, and locator tools specific to Riderwood, and the place is full of helpful touches like salons, barbershops, laundry, and security, making things easier for everyone, while those wanting to get involved can find advisory boards, volunteer work, and even a resident website workshop.
