Graceful graying in Goochland

On Wednesday, May 1 the Resort Lifestyle Community (RLC) company held a virtual groundbreaking for Tuckahoe Pines Retirement (TPR), a senior living community coming soon to Goochland at the Short Pump Wegman’s.

Why was the event held in Henrico when the facility will be located in Goochland, one the north side of Patterson Avenue roughly opposite the entrance to Rivergate? (To further complicate matters, the site has a Richmond address and zip code)

 

Tuckahoe Pines will soon be here

Bonnie Creasey, Executive Director of the Goochland Chamber of Commerce (www.goochlandchamber.org), explained that RLC wanted a venue large enough to host Chamber members from neighboring counties, especially Chesterfield, and  Powhatan (pow-a-tan), with large graying populations.

Wegman’s, which is a member of the Goochland Chamber and supports many local groups, including Goochland Cares and Goochland Schools, fit the bill. Similar space options in Goochland are limited, and often outside the Chamber’s expense parameters.

Goochland Board of Supervisors’ Chair Manuel Alverez, Jr., District 2; and Ken Peterson, District 5, (where Tuckahoe Pines is located), were joined by County administrator John Budesky, Economic Development Coordinators Sara Worley and Casey Verberg, other county representatives, and members of neighboring Chambers.

Faux hard hats and no shovels at the virtual ground breaking 

 According to Kelly, an RLC representative, TPR is a new senior living option for the Richmond area. It will offer an all-inclusive luxury lifestyle for residents 55 and over. Round-the-clock service, resort-style dining, and lavish accommodations, housekeeping, and valet service to free residents from the hassle of maintaining a home to participate in activities they enjoy.

Based in Lincoln, Nebraska, RLS is a 21-year-old company with communities across the nation.

Unlike many retirement communities, there is no cash buy-in. TPR features a single, all-inclusive monthly fee. No long-term leases are required, so those transitioning from large homes can land there while deciding on the next step. Moving out requires only a 30-day notice. All RLC communities—and there are many all over the country, with ground breakings for new ones occurring frequently—are owned and operated by the company. RLC is so hands-on it requires mangers to live on site to ensure the best possible service for residents. Of the 130 planned residential units, only 128 will be rented, with the other two reserved for management.

The facility will be about 180 thousand square feet, including a 125-seat theater, which will be available, at no charge, for use by community groups. Other amenities include a fitness center; concierge service; and valet parking.

In addition to services provided, there will also be on-site space for a bank, a beauty salon/barber, pharmacy, general store. RLC is anxious to partner with local businesses and home health care providers. They want to be good neighbors and part of the community.

A wide range of activities will be provided from which residents may pick and choose. The position of Lifestyle Director will be filled with a local person who is connected to and familiar with the community.

Various floor plans will be available. Monthly fees are expected to range from $3,500 to $5,500, depending on the size of the apartment, which go from studio to three bedrooms. As the fee includes three daily meals, housekeeping, utilities, wi-fi cable, and land line telephone, it may compare well to total living costs for a private home.

This is an independent living facility, with no assisted living services available.

Dirt on the site will begin to move in the near future. Completion is expected, weather-permitting in 12-18 months. RLC expects to hire between 35 and 45 local people who “serve from the heart” to staff Tuckahoe Pines.

For details and contact information go to rlcommunities.com/virginia/tuckahoe-pines-retirement-community