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March 2, 2026 When JoAnn McCaffrey was exploring her senior living options in the Richmond, Va., area, several continuing care retirement communities were on her radar. Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va., was at...

American Heart Month – 5 Fitness Tips to Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease from Avery Point Fitness Manager

February 24, 2026 February is American Heart Month, a timely opportunity to share practical tips for reducing the risks of heart disease – the leading cause of death in America. Avery Point Fitness Manager Jackie Corcoran shares five practical step...

Living Well at Avery Point

February 4, 2026 People who live in retirement communities are less lonely, more physically active, and more engaged than before they moved in, according to a June 2025 U.S. News & World Report survey. That certainly holds true at Avery Point,...

New Exercise Classes Are Tailored to Residents' Abilities

December 9, 2025 When Jackie Corcoran started as the fitness manager at Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va., she had one goal in mind--help residents feel better and stronger. "I have a passion for fitness. I got in...

Retire Your Worries at Avery Point

December 2, 2025 When Roger and Linda Hultgren were exploring their senior living options, they were looking for a community with plenty of activities and maintenance-free residences so they could pursue a vibrant, independent lifestyle in retirem...

Avery Point Residents Savor Made-To-Order Meals at Two New Restaurants

October 24, 2025 Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va., is excited to announce the launch of two new restaurants: The Cardinal and The Cork & Fork. Both venues are in Preston Woods, the sixth residence building on...

Avery Point Offers a Personalized Approach to Discovering Its Vibrant Lifestyle

October 3, 2025 Wanting to find the best retirement community for them, Gerald and Diane Ransone started exploring their senior living options in the Richmond, Va., area. So, when one of Gerald's friends said he was moving to Avery Point, an Eric...

Avery Point's Resident Advisory Council Shares Information and Feedback

August 20, 2025 On the first Friday of every month at Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va., eight resident volunteers--better known as the Resident Advisory Council--get together. Their mission is important, as they...

A Smooth Move to Avery Point

August 8, 2025 In January, Eugene Eanes moved from his house in Chesterfield County to a one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath residence at Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va.--and it was so easy. That's because he too...

Homes Are Going Fast for Avery Point's New Residence Buildings

July 17, 2025 To meet the growing demand for maintenance-free retirement living, Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living-managed community in Short Pump, Va., is expanding its selection of residences and amenities in 2025. The community added to...

Avery Point's Predictable Costs Provide Freedom, Value, And Peace of Mind

June 16, 2025 When Betty and Jim Mason started researching their senior living options in the Richmond, Va., area, they were looking for a community with a worry-free lifestyle and predictable costs. "With our former house--in a 55-plus communi...

Wilton Crossing Celebrates One Year!

May 6, 2025 Wilton Crossing, one of the amenity-rich residence buildings at Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va., is celebrating its first year! Wilton Crossing residents, now settled in their homes, are taking ...

Avery Point Residents Benefit from An Array of Outdoor Amenities

April 9, 2025 Every Tuesday and Thursday in the spring, you'll find Joyce Fratkin leading a group of residents on a walk around campus at Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va. "I think it's so good for everybody to...

Avery Point Offers Team Members More Than Just a Job!

February 11, 2025 Six years ago, Alyssa Himes was working in property management in Baltimore. But she was ready for a big change. Alyssa made the move to a sales associate with Erickson Senior Living (ESL) at Oak Crest Village, in Parkville, Md. N...

Meet Bryan Bee, Avery Point's New Executive Director

February 4, 2025 Avery Point, the Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va., is proud to welcome Bryan Bee as the new executive director! Although Bee is new to the community, he is not new to Erickson Senior Living. He recalls hearing a...

Avery Point Priority List Members Plan with Confidence

January 30, 2025 The first time Greg and Cathy Daugherty visited Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va., they knew it was a top contender for their future home. Eager to learn more about life at the community, they joi...

Preston Woods Will Bring New Amenities to Campus!

December 9, 2024 Preston Woods, the sixth residence building at Avery Point, the Erickson Senior Living community in Short Pump, Va., opens at the end of 2025. Preston Woods, bringing 99 new residences to the community, will boast larger floor pla...

Medical Center at Avery Point Provides a Personalized Approach to Well-Being

December 9, 2024 A little over a year ago, when Robin and Sallie Wells were taking an afternoon walk, Robin felt a strange flutter in his heart. He had experienced one earlier that morning, but he didn't think anything of it. The second occurrence...

Avery Point Named One of Virginia's Top Retirement Communities

December 3, 2024 Avery Point, an Erickson Senior Living-managed community in Short Pump, was named one of Virginia Living Magazine's Top Retirement Communities for 2024. Virginia Living Magazine's editorial team produces this annual list, composed...

Erickson Senior Living Promotes Bryan Bee to Executive Director of Avery Point

December 3, 2024 Erickson Senior Living, a national leader in developing and managing continuing care retirement communities, has promoted Bryan Bee to executive director of Avery Point. Bee will oversee management and operations for the scenic 94...