Commonwealth Senior Living at Stafford sits in a quiet residential neighborhood near Quantico and Fredericksburg, where seniors can enjoy a peaceful setting while being close to shopping, restaurants, and activities, with transportation provided and the option for resident parking, and you'll see plenty of outdoor patio gardens, walking paths, and places to sit and visit. The community offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and short-term stays, all designed for aging in place, so residents can receive more help as they need it without moving to a new place. All the rooms and showers are wheelchair accessible, and the whole building stays secure with special safety features to help people with dementia or who might wander, including a bracelet system that alerts staff if someone goes into an unsafe area.
Caregiver staff have special training and are available 24/7, with registered and licensed nurses, a doctor on call, and a team that assists with bathing, dressing, grooming, medication management, and daily activities, and there are supports for diabetes, behavioral needs, memory issues, and more, plus visiting healthcare professionals like podiatrists, dentists, and physical therapists. The memory care neighborhood has custom programs and sensory experiences like snoezelen and reminiscence therapy to keep residents active and comfortable, and there are activities every day including art, stretching, yoga, Tai Chi, brain fitness, gardening, games, karaoke, and trips, all managed by a full-time activity director.
The dining experience includes farm-to-table and "Today from the Bay" menus, with meals available at any time, plus vegetarian, gluten-free, low sodium, low sugar, vegan, and international fare, so nearly any diet need gets met, and guests can join for dining in a private room or at the café and bistro. Housekeeping, laundry, and grocery shopping are part of the service, and home care agency help's on site. Amenities like a library, arts and crafts center, meeting rooms, fitness center, TV lounge, beauty salon, spa, wellness room, and even a piano or organ are available, while Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected and the community stays handicap accessible.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stafford supports those who need just a little help as well as those who need much more, and individualized care plans provide medication monitoring and additional services, giving residents and families more peace of mind. Residents who want spiritual support find a chapel on site and devotional services are offered both in the community and offsite. Pet care is possible, so you might see some cats or dogs around, and the grounds are set up for comfort and easy walking. Residents can take part in Travel the World programs, wine tastings, Wii bowling, lectures, and social gatherings, with resident-run programs and chances to serve the community. Short-term respite care's available for folks recovering from surgery or family members who need a break from caregiving, and all levels of care-light, medium, or heavy-get handled so people with different needs can live together comfortably. The secured memory care neighborhood is built with dementia needs in mind, and staff is trained for wandering, aggression, or challenging behaviors, using safety technology and caring routines.
The community's recognized for its friendly staff, quality care, and comfortable environment, and many reviews call it top-rated by residents and their families, plus it's fully licensed and an official partner location. Daily activities, farm-fresh food, specialized memory programs, and a homelike setting shape life at Commonwealth Senior Living at Stafford, and there are tours that give you a look at the real experience for anyone interested.
