Live Vibrantly - November 27, 2024
By Timaeus Reed
When it comes to planning for the years ahead, older adults today have more options than ever to live independently, stay connected and receive the right support throughout their aging process. Whether you’re looking for an active, engaging retirement community, specialized healthcare services or a way to stay comfortably in your own home, Goodwin Living™ offers choices designed to meet you exactly where you are. We understand that every person’s needs and aspirations are unique, and our goal is to provide tailored options that honor your individuality.
Not-for-profit and mission-driven, Goodwin Living offers both senior living options and specialized healthcare services. Collectively, we enrich the lives of more than 2,700 older adults in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. With a diverse team representing over 65 countries, we warmly support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them through our senior living communities, comprehensive healthcare services and culture of belonging.
Read on to explore how Goodwin Living can help you or your loved ones find the ideal environment to thrive, connect and enjoy peace of mind.
At Goodwin Living, we believe that your golden years should be filled with joy, purpose, growth and connection. Our senior living campuses are vibrant communities designed to provide independence, security and an enriching lifestyle for older adults at every stage. We currently offer three locations—two in Alexandria and one at the border of Arlington and Falls Church. From breathtaking views to robust wellness programs, our campuses offer everything needed to support a fulfilling and dynamic life. We even have ways to help you make the often difficult downsizing journey easier and more exciting.
Testimonial: “We are doers; we are active. That was another thing – we knew Goodwin House Alexandria was an active community. There’s a large predominance of people, even people who may use assistive devices to get around, who are still very active. That appealed to us a lot.” – Meridith Wade, GHA Resident
Enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with more time to pursue your passions. With beautifully designed apartments, well-maintained grounds and concierge-style services, independent living at Goodwin Living offers the freedom to focus on what matters most.
Testimonial: “I knew I wanted to meet new and different kinds of people because that’s what adds to the richness of life. My husband and I saw we could do that here. We did not even consider another place to take care of us after that conversation, and I have no regrets.” – Gay Hammerman, Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads Resident
For those who need additional support, assisted living services provide personalized assistance with daily tasks, while memory support programs offer specialized care tailored to the needs of residents facing memory challenges.
We provide fully integrated skilled nursing for short- and long-term residents. Ranked on the annual Best Nursing Homes list, our healthcare centers and small houses are fully integrated into the full range of services and amenities at Goodwin Living, including dining, events and activities.
Three exercises, 30 minutes a day. That’s all it may take to improve your brain health and reduce the effects of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. As part of our commitment to cognitive wellness, the StrongerMemory program engages the mind through simple daily activities that can help boost memory and cognitive function. This unique program supports residents in maintaining sharp mental acuity as they age. Learn more about StrongerMemory and explore how it could benefit you or a loved one!
Goodwin Living is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of residents through innovative music therapy programs, including the use of the Crdl® instrument. Music therapy involves engaging residents in singing, playing instruments and listening to music, which can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and stimulate cognitive functions. The Crdl® is a unique instrument that responds to touch, transforming human contact into sound, thereby facilitating meaningful connections, especially for individuals with dementia.
Goodwin Living campuses offer a wealth of wellness resources, including state-of-the-art fitness centers, indoor swimming pools and comprehensive health and nutrition programs. Guided fitness classes, physical therapy services and engaging amenities support an active, healthy lifestyle. Our team includes registered dietitians who help plan our menus and work with individual residents who have specific dietary needs or concerns.
Multiple dining venues feature nutritious, chef-prepared meals to suit every palate. Residents can choose from restaurant-style dining, café settings and private dining options, making every meal a unique experience.
Lifelong learning is a cornerstone at Goodwin Living. Residents engage in diverse programs, from art classes and lectures to music performances and cultural outings, ensuring there’s always something inspiring to explore.
Goodwin Living campuses respect and support the spiritual needs of residents, providing spaces for reflection, prayer and meditation, along with chaplain services and interdenominational programs.
Designed with safety and comfort in mind, campuses feature beautifully landscaped gardens, walking paths, art installations and secure indoor and outdoor spaces, offering peace of mind for residents and their families.
All our campuses offer a continuum of care to residents, from Independent Living to Nursing Care. When you explore your options, you can also explore the ways you wish to pay for your time with us. At Goodwin House Alexandria and Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads, you can select from five different contracts, three of which include Life Care – a contract type that locks you into more knowable monthly fees, even if you need more care. If you seek greater flexibility, you can choose from no-commitment rental contacts at The View Alexandria.
No matter what you choose, all our senior living campuses create a community of welcome and belonging, where residents can explore their passions, make new connections and embrace a vibrant lifestyle—all with the assurance that support is available whenever needed.
For those who prefer to stay in their own homes as they age, Goodwin Living also offers an age-in-place option designed for older adults who wish to age in the comfort of their own homes. A membership-based program, Goodwin Living At Home offers customized support and peace of mind.
Testimonial: I really wanted to age in place. I love my home and I don’t want to move, and this is a good way of having help in case I need it.” – Connie Sorrentino, Goodwin Living At Home Member
Members benefit from care coordination, home safety evaluations and emergency support—all tailored to help them live safely and comfortably at home. Aging in place is about more than just staying home; it’s about preserving your independence, living with confidence and knowing that help is always close at hand.
Goodwin Living provides a continuum of healthcare services to meet a wide range of needs, all delivered by skilled professionals who are dedicated to your well-being.
Our licensed nurses, therapists and caregivers provide comprehensive in-home healthcare support, including:
Our rehabilitation services are designed to help individuals regain independence and improve quality of life. Our therapists have training and certifications in specialized therapies such as LSVT Big & Loud for Parkinson’s disease. To ensure we give our patients more ways to benefit, we incorporate new technologies such as GaitBetter and Vitala our therapy services. We offer:
Testimonial: I’m glad we moved to The View Alexandria, because earlier this year, I fell in my apartment. I broke my leg and had to have surgery. I needed a lot of help as I recovered.” – Doffie Crabb, TVA Resident
Our personal care and companion services are tailored to meet each individual’s needs. We provide:
With compassion and respect, Goodwin Hospice offers comfort and emotional support to patients and families at the end of life, ensuring dignity and peace. Our hospice services include:
Testimonial: “We felt like the staff were like family, too…That to me I will never forget, and I’m very grateful.” Kim Oahn Cook, wife of Goodwin Hospice patient [watch her full testimonial here].
Choosing a place to call home or a care service provider you can trust is one of life’s most important decisions, and at Goodwin Living we’re here to make that choice rewarding. Whatever you envision for yourself along your personal aging journey, Goodwin Living will be there for you to provide the resources, respect, care and companionship that make every day fulfilling.
Our commitment to honoring and uplifting older adults shines through in every service we provide, from vibrant senior living campuses to our innovative care and services that can be delivered directly to you at home.
Experience the warmth and dedication of Goodwin Living. Explore our communities and services today to see how we can help you or your loved ones live fully, joyfully and well-supported.
Editor’s Note
Goodwin Living has been dedicated to our mission to support, honor and uplift since 1967. In addition to the senior living and specialized healthcare services we describe above, we serve as a managing agent for two other faith-based, not-for-profit senior living organizations – The Lewinsville Retirement Residence in McLean, Virginia and Forest Hills of DC in Washington, D.C. We also strive to be a champion of social good, seeking to be engaged in our local community. We invite you to read more about that at our Community Engagement page.
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Timaeus Reed is a Marketing and Communications Specialist at Goodwin Living. He plans, writes and designs for internal and external campaigns that support all areas of the organization. He relocated to D.C. to join the team in the summer of 2021. When he isn’t getting lost in traffic, Timaeus loves listening to live Go-Go music and stand-up comedy.
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