Summit Square Retirement Community sits on more than 150 acres in Waynesboro, VA, with two lakes, green fields, and beautiful mountain views that folks enjoy sitting out and watching for hours if they want, and the community has a real small-town charm because residents and staff treat each other like family, always stopping to talk or wave and helping out when needed. The community has a variety of living choices including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, so if a person's needs change they can still stay where they feel comfortable, and the place offers specialized care and services for people with different health conditions. Summit Square is a Life Plan Community, also called a CCRC, which means there are healthcare and support services right on the campus, like medical care, therapy services, medication help, and support for daily activities, along with emergency response and 24-hour security so people feel safe day and night.
Summit Square has many amenities and features for comfort and social connection, such as a Vitality Center and Wellness Center with group fitness, health fairs, screenings, and balance training, and there are always plenty of activities going on, including art groups, book clubs, woodworking, and music programs, plus spiritual wellness with Bible study and vespers. Meals can be taken in The Brunswick (a full-service restaurant), Jacob's Tavern (a pub-style eatery), or Teasville Stop café, and the kitchen does homemade soups, breakfast, and more, so residents don't have to worry about cooking unless they want to. The place also has flexible meal plans, private rooms, daily housekeeping, transportation for running errands or going out to museums or concerts, and they even allow pets, so folks who've had pets their whole life don't have to give them up. The building has secure, controlled access, and features like walking paths, a spa, gardens, and furnished common areas where residents often gather for programs or just to visit.
Summit Square offers its own outings and social programs-bus trips to local wineries, plays, historical sites, and fun events like the Summer Luau and Mystery Dinner Theater. Educational opportunities are frequent, with classes and lifelong learning through partnerships with local colleges, and residents often organize their own scrapbooking, billiards, gardening, or bridge games. Staff and care teams are dedicated and make a point of getting to know everyone, so people feel supported. The community stays connected to area resources through programs with organizations such as LeadingAge Virginia and the Alzheimer's Association, and has been recognized for creative programs and a steady focus on keeping up best practices. The landscape and mountain views make the setting peaceful and scenic. Summit Square's close-knit, caring atmosphere makes it an option where older adults can live with peace of mind and have plenty of ways to stay active and involved, whether they want a quiet day or a busy social schedule.
