The Pearl at Watkins Centre is a senior living community located in Midlothian, Virginia, dedicated exclusively to providing memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. This community features a secure environment purposefully designed to accommodate residents with memory loss, offering tailored programs and a structure that prioritizes safety and comfort. The facility includes secured entrances and exits, ensuring residents’ safety while preserving their independence. Indoor walking paths, spacious private and semi-private rooms, and communal areas support both social engagement and ease of navigation.

Care and medical support at The Pearl at Watkins Centre include 24-hour oversight from trained caregivers experienced in dementia care. The staff provide full assistance with all activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The community accommodates specific needs such as diabetes care, incontinence management, and medication administration, supervised by licensed nursing personnel. Memory care programming is central to the community’s mission, with specially designed routines, therapeutic activities, and cognitive-enhancement sessions. A podiatrist is available, and the facility can accept residents with certain psychiatric needs. Fitness programs, including adapted options like yoga and chair yoga, are regularly scheduled. Onsite amenities such as a barber and beauty salon are also available, providing convenience and contributing to residents’ well-being.

The Pearl at Watkins Centre fosters clubs and communities that encourage social interaction and engagement among residents. All activities and amenities in the community are designed with dementia care best practices in mind, from sensory-friendly environments to the availability of support for ambulatory residents. Communication with residents’ families is emphasized, allowing flexibility for customized care, including dietary adjustments as needed.

Transportation services at The Pearl at Watkins Centre include complimentary rides for scheduled medical appointments and errands within a designated service area, as well as additional transportation available at cost for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service supports both essential healthcare needs and participation in community outings or family events.

Resident and family feedback for The Pearl at Watkins Centre highlights a clean, modern setting; active programming; and a supportive, attentive care team, particularly noting a compassionate nursing and caregiving staff. Many families appreciate the emphasis on communication and the staff’s willingness to tailor care according to changing needs. However, challenges have been reported related to high staff turnover, including frequent changes in executive and clinical leadership. These staffing changes have, at times, led to inconsistent care, lapses in communication, and concerns regarding medication management and resident hygiene. Families and visitors commend the thoughtfully designed physical environment and specialized dementia programming but recognize that increased administrative stability and sustained staffing would further enhance the experience for both residents and their families.

Costs at this community start at $1,900 and range up to $6,691. The average price in the community is $4,296, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,672. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.