Morningside of Charlottesville sits in a peaceful spot with mountain views and offers different types of senior care, like assisted living and memory care, provided by trained staff around the clock, so someone's always there if a resident needs help, and they have nurses on staff and visiting occupational therapists for extra support. The community has secure areas for folks who need memory care and a gated campus to help keep everyone safe. There are all sorts of indoor and outdoor spaces for residents to spend time, including common rooms, a fitness center, a library, an activity studio, a beauty salon and barbershop, as well as places like a dog park, a community garden, a gazebo, a lake and pond for scenic walks, and both indoor and outdoor pools where folks can relax or exercise. People can take part in exercise classes, group trips, different clubs, and social events, and there are plenty of activity and game nights to keep things lively, plus volunteering programs for residents who want to stay active in that way.
The dining at Morningside gives choices with their Five Star Dining and MyChoice Dining Programs, offering meals in care-focused dining rooms or a restaurant-style setting, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served at set times. Some apartments have full kitchens or kitchenettes for folks who prefer to make their own food sometimes, and there's a coffee lounge or bar area, as well as a private dining room for family gatherings. Residents get complimentary transportation to run errands or go to appointments, which makes getting around easier, and there's parking on site, including a covered area. The facility welcomes pets and even runs a pet therapy program, and they help residents care for their animals with a pet-friendly environment and a dog park.
Morningside includes different types of care services, like help with medications, diabetes care, incontinence care, transfers with mechanical lifts, and hospice services, so families know their loved ones are looked after, even if their needs change. They make personalized care plans and also provide short-term stays or respite care when regular caregivers need a break or someone needs a place to recover after a hospital stay. The staff can assist with bathing, dressing, toileting, and other daily needs, while still encouraging residents to keep as much independence as possible. They have their own programs for memory care, which focus on safety, routines, and activities for cognitive health in a secure part of the community for those who might wander. There's basic cable, internet, and satellite TV in living spaces, a community computer workstation for those who want to stay online or keep in touch with friends, and housekeeping to help keep apartments clean. Residents can take part in worship, either in the community's licensed chapel or through devotionals and services offered off site. There's also access to in-house doctor visits, rehab and fitness services, and even spiritual support. Families and residents find comfort knowing Morningside of Charlottesville is managed by Five Star Senior Living and offers a setting where people can enjoy a mix of company, activity, and support, all with a view of the mountains and plenty of fresh air.
