Have you felt like mom or dad may no longer be thriving at home? Are you not sure if your loved one is eating like they should or taking their medications as prescribed every day? Does it feel more and more like your loved one is becoming isolated living alone in the home? Are you trying to juggle your parents needs all while trying to juggle your family’s needs? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, then assisted living may be an option and Essex House is Tappahannock’s most trusted senior community with an award-winning team.
Essex House is a small, family oriented senior living residence managed by American Retirement Homes, Inc. American Retirement Homes, Inc. has been enhancing the lives of seniors in Virginia since 1968. Our fully licensed award-winning community has over 56 years of senior living experience. We understand seniors, their needs and what it takes to provide unsurpassed care.
Essex House, located just on the edge of Tappahannock, Virginia is nestled on a knoll in a beautiful setting, yet close enough to town to be convenient to all amenities. Many of our residents enjoy renewed social connections with friends they have known their entire lives. Our passion is our residents! We treat each of our residents, clients and staff as our family. Our team is hired for their compassion and professional knowledge. We are dedicated to our residents, their specific needs and providing individualized quality care and the best value in senior living.
Essex House is designed for easy living with one-level living, offering private rooms with private baths, a large central dining room and multiple living areas on each wing. All worrisome household chores are taken care for our residents so they may enjoy their days with friends and family or participating in social activities. Nutritious home-cooked meals and snacks are prepared for their pleasure every day and served in the dining area. Registered medication aides ensure oversight of medications. Essex House offers the flexibility of short-term or long-term care options. Our team works closely with home health and hospice when appropriate.
Essex House makes the move to assisted living simple. We will help your family with every step, from discovering opportunities for financial assistance, to helping with the transfer of medical records and providing helpful tips for your family to downsize from their home. From the first conversation through the move-in, we strive to make a smooth transition for our residents and families so they can go back to enjoying one another!
We invite you to come for a visit or join us for lunch. Essex House, conveniently located at 17976 Tidewater Trail, Tappahannock VA 22560. Find us on Facebook at Essex House, on our website www.americanretirementhomes.net, or call Crystal Smith, LPN, AIT to learn more (804) 443-5921.