Alexander Heights is a senior apartment community in Fredericksburg, VA, designed for people aged 55 and older, and you'll find the place has a mix of simple comforts and some modern touches, which means residents get things like open kitchen floor plans with bistro bars, pantries, and built-in microwaves, plus washer and dryer units in every home, and these homes come as one or two bedroom apartments ranging from 772 to 1245 square feet with plush carpeting, plenty of closet space, 9-foot ceilings, and extended crown molding, which gives a bit of style but doesn't take away from the homey feel. The whole property is pet-friendly for up to two pets, each under 45 pounds with some restrictions on breeds, and the atmosphere leans toward being a welcoming retreat, where they don't allow smoking, so the air stays cleaner for everybody. Residents can use a seasonal saltwater pool, a 24-hour fitness center, walking trails, a community garden, and there's plenty of outdoor seating as well as a poolside grill for those who like to spend time outside. You'll see a clubhouse with activity rooms, billiards, and a library, which gives folks places to gather for games, events, or just some friendly talk, and trash chutes on every floor make cleanup less of a hassle. Alexander Heights also connects people with a broad directory of more than 26,000 local, statewide, and national resources through an online platform that's associated with groups like VirginiaNavigator, disAbilityNavigator, SeniorNavigator, VeteransNavigator, and the Lindsay Institute, so residents and their families can find information, educational articles, guides, and services tailored to seniors, people with disabilities, or veterans. There's no mention of specific care services or built-in medical amenities, but the focus is clearly on creating a safe, active, and friendly environment for seniors who want independent living and a sense of community.
Bright ground-floor unit, great amenities
I toured this beautiful, dog-friendly community and loved the bright one-bedroom with a full kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer and a bathroom accessible from two entrances. Staff and residents were warm and helpful, and amenities are excellent - saltwater pool, exercise room, recreation/recreation rooms, bike trails, on-site post office, libraries nearby, regular potlucks/events - plus single-payment billing and no lawn care. It's ground-floor and very close to my daughter, but handicapped units are limited, waitlists are long, and pricing leans above average; overall I'm very positive but waiting for an available unit.
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Alexander Heights offers independent living.
The full address for this community is 2704 Salem Church Road, Fredericksburg, VA, 15801.
Yes, Alexander Heights offers respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
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