The Berkley at Short Pump at Richmond, VA

The Berkley at Short Pump

1800 Gaskins Rd, Richmond, VA 23238

About The Berkley at Short Pump

At The Berkley at Short Pump, residents enjoy bright, open spaces filled with sunlight and cheerful accents. The community is designed to feel welcoming and comfortable, with plenty of areas for socializing, hobbies, and relaxation. Outside, charming courtyards with walking paths and raised gardening beds give residents—and their pets—a chance to enjoy the fresh air. Inside, residents can spend time in the three-season porch, the game room, or the arts and crafts studio.

The Berkley at Short Pump offers both assisted living and memory care to meet the unique needs of each resident. Assisted living residents receive personalized care plans, ensuring they get the right amount of support with daily activities, personal care, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secure area of the community, where compassionate caregivers follow consistent routines and offer activities tailored to each resident’s stage of memory loss.

The community’s Vivid Life Program encourages a full and active lifestyle. Residents can take part in activities that focus on a Vibrant Body, Vibrant Brain, and Vibrant Connection. This approach helps seniors stay healthy, active, and socially connected, with opportunities for exercise, brain-stimulating games, creative projects, and group gatherings.

Residents also benefit from a peaceful, home-like environment while remaining close to shopping, dining, and local attractions. The Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts are popular spots for outings, giving residents a chance to explore the beauty and culture of Richmond.

At The Berkley at Short Pump, seniors can enjoy a balanced lifestyle that combines independence, personalized care, and meaningful activities. From relaxing in cozy common areas to participating in social events and outdoor hobbies, this community is designed to help residents thrive every day.

Care and support at The Berkley at Short Pump

The Berkley at Short Pump offers the following levels of care in Richmond:

  • Assisted Living: Help from trained staff with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication, in a social community setting.
  • Memory Care: Secure, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, with structured daily routines.

Health and wellness support listed for this community includes diabetic care, support for higher care needs, incontinence care, medication management and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. Ask the team how care plans are assessed and updated as needs change.

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Living spaces and amenities

Floor plans include one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms, with private bathrooms. Amenities include garden views, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and high-speed internet, wheelchair-accessible showers, kitchenettes, cable or satellite TV and accessible design. Shared spaces such as a meeting room, indoor lounges, an outdoor patio, a beauty salon, a barber shop and a central fireplace give residents room to relax and socialize.

Dining at The Berkley at Short Pump

Daily meals are included as part of community life, with guest meals for visiting family, international cuisine, organic options, meals prepared by a professional chef, restaurant-style dining, room service and special dining programs. Dietary options include gluten-free, low-sodium, no-sugar, pureed, vegan and vegetarian meals. Residents can also dine at a private dining room for family occasions.

Lifestyle and activities

Residents can stay active and social with Wii bowling, Bible study group, cooking classes, educational speakers / life long learning, happy hour, day trips and outings, holiday parties, sensory-based programs and walking club, among 36 listed activities. The community also arranges trips and outings. On-site recreation includes an arts and crafts center, a fitness center, a game room, a movie theater room, a piano or organ and raised garden beds. Practical services include a visiting beautician, help with grocery shopping and errands, housekeeping and laundry service.

The Berkley at Short Pump is pet friendly, and cats and dogs are welcome. For getting around, the community offers complimentary transportation and transportation for an extra fee. Languages spoken include American Sign Language and English.

Senior living near The Berkley at Short Pump in Richmond, VA

The Berkley at Short Pump is located at 1800 Gaskins Rd, Richmond, VA 23238. Before you decide, browse assisted living and senior care in Richmond or explore senior living across Virginia, including typical costs and what to look for.

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Frequently asked questions about The Berkley at Short Pump

What types of care does The Berkley at Short Pump offer?
The Berkley at Short Pump offers assisted living and memory care in Richmond, VA. Contact the community through this page to confirm current availability for each level of care.

What apartment types are available at The Berkley at Short Pump?
The Berkley at Short Pump offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Availability changes often, so request current floor plans and pricing through this page.

Does The Berkley at Short Pump allow pets?
Yes. The Berkley at Short Pump is listed as pet friendly, with cats and dogs welcome. Ask the community about size limits, fees and pet policies before moving in.

Does The Berkley at Short Pump provide transportation?
The Berkley at Short Pump offers complimentary transportation and transportation for an extra fee. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is The Berkley at Short Pump located?
The Berkley at Short Pump is at 1800 Gaskins Rd, Richmond, VA 23238, in Richmond, Virginia.

How much does The Berkley at Short Pump cost?
Pricing at The Berkley at Short Pump depends on the apartment type and level of care needed. Use the contact form on this page to request current pricing and availability. It is free and there is no obligation.

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Healthcare

  • Diabetic Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services

Additional Information about The Berkley at Short Pump

Rooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Semi-Private
  • Studio

Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Garden View
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Dining Venues

  • Private Dining Room

Meals

  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Organic
  • Professional Chef
  • Pureed Meals
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Room Service
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian

Shared Spaces

  • Barber Shop
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Library
  • Meeting Room
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Private Bath
  • TV Lounge

Services

  • Beautician
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Recreation

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Fitness Center
  • Game Room
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds

Activities

  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Art Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Bible Study Group
  • Birthday Parties
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Catholic Services
  • Christian Services
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Community Service Programs
  • Cooking Classes
  • Dances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Forever Fit
  • Gardening Club
  • Happy Hour
  • Holiday Parties
  • Jewish Services
  • Karaoke
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Live Well Programs
  • Men's Club
  • Other Religious Services
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Tai Chi
  • Trivia Games
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Walking Club
  • Wii Bowling
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Languages

  • American Sign Language
  • English

Transportation

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Transportation at Cost

Parking

  • Resident Parking
  • Uncovered Parking

Pets

  • Cats
  • Dogs
  • Pet Friendly

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