Parsons Residential Care Center, located at 1005 Deep Creek Blvd in Chesapeake, Virginia, gives seniors a smaller, homelike environment with 40 private rooms, where folks get both independence and plenty of support when they need it, and you'll see that the place offers assisted living, memory care-especially for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia-and lots of special programs, all on a single campus that's got both indoor and outdoor common spaces like you'd want for gathering or just enjoying the day. They call their memory care and residential program the same as the place-Parsons Residential Care Center-and also use "Clayton House" as a name around the property, and what's nice is they can handle different needs, from those who are mostly independent to those who need help getting dressed or bathing, with staff around 24 hours a day and awake, plus nurses on staff, doctors on call, and visiting therapists for things like speech, physical therapy, and more, which really helps the residents with their health and daily routines. You'll find meal services here with help for special diets, vegetarian options, and a focus on nutrition, and there are hot meals in a dining room where folks can eat together if they want, and if someone needs bedding or laundry done, it's all handled too, so no one needs to worry about housekeeping.
There's a hot tub spa and fitness programs for wellness, plus salon and beautician services onsite-there's even spiritual services both at Parsons and offsite, and with wheelchair-accessible showers, full tubs, and options for aging in place, it's built so people can stay even as needs change, and for those who need extra help such as mechanical lifts or bowel and bladder care, or may be a bit of an elopement risk, the center has safety measures like secure memory areas and bracelets for alerts. The facility provides respite and hospice care, offers diabetic support though not insulin administration, and lets folks choose from studio, semi-private, or two-bedroom units, with an example rate of $2,800 per month for a studio, but costs can change based on care needs with some extra fees, though rent covers most day-to-day basics, and the financial team can help with insurance, Medicaid, and social security or veterans' benefits. Folks who are 55 or older are welcome, and you'll meet long-serving staff, many of whom have worked here for years since the days when it was family owned, and although Meridian Senior Living operates it now, they've kept that small, personal feel.
Residents can use different transportation options, including a bus line, resident parking, and scheduled rides for shopping or appointments, and for anyone worried about being able to smoke, they do allow outdoor smoking. There's a strong focus on activities and friendship, with daily social programs, an info packet if you want more details, a photo gallery, and even a virtual tour so you can get a feel for the place before you come out, but most people say seeing it in person is the best way to know if it feels right. Elders who come here find that life gets a little easier, with support for what they need and enough independence to make their own choices, and most folks appreciate the chance to age in place with friends around and staff who know them by name.
