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March 2, 2026 At Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., word of mouth plays a powerful role in attracting new residents. "Current residents love sharing their experiences here with longtime friends and former neighbor...

American Heart Month – 5 Fitness Tips to Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease From Ashby Ponds Fitness Manager

February 17, 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. Wendy Garcia, Fitness Manager at Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Livin...

Living Well at Ashby Ponds

February 4, 2026 People who live in retirement communities are less lonely, more active, and more engaged than before they moved in, according to a June 2025 U.S. News & World Report survey. There's no better example of this than Ashby Ponds, ...

Generous Contributions Fuel 2025 Staff Appreciation Fund at Ashby Ponds

December 9, 2025 Ashby Ponds, the Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, VA, distributed more than $605,000 to eligible hourly team members through its 2025 Staff Appreciation Fund (SAF). The SAF, made possible through contributions from gen...

Residents Unite to Protect Natural Resources for Future Generations

December 9, 2025 At Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., residents demonstrate their commitment to sustainability through innovative programs and initiatives. At the forefront of these efforts is resident Jean Wright, ...

Retire Your Worries at Ashby Ponds

December 2, 2025 When Charles "Charlie" and Alexis Rothrock began exploring their senior living options, predictable expenses were at the top of their wish list. After living in an aging house in Herndon, Va., for 27 years, they were growing incre...

Meg Olympia, Ashby Ponds Preferred Real Estate Agent, Shares Industry Insights

October 24, 2025 For retirees planning a move to Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., knowledge of the current real estate market and planning ahead are key. To help future residents best prepare for their moves, Ashby...

Ashby Ponds Offers a Personalized Approach to Discovering Its Vibrant Lifestyle

October 3, 2025 When it comes to researching a retirement community, there's nothing quite like seeing it for yourself. That's why Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., offers a variety of ways to explore its vibrant l...

Marine Corps Marathon's Final 'Groundpounder' Proudly Calls Ashby Ponds Home

August 20, 2025 Before moving to Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., retired U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Al Richmond earned the remarkable distinction of becoming the Marine Corps Marathon's longest running "Groundpoun...

A Smooth Move to Ashby Ponds

August 4, 2025 When Sandy and Paul Wischow were preparing for their move to Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., from their house in Reston, Va., they knew exactly whom to reach out to--Planning and Moving Consultant...

Demand Is High for Ashby Ponds' Available Homes

July 1, 2025 With the recent opening of Leesburg Landing, the final residence building at Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., residents and staff members alike are enjoying life at a fully established and thriving...

Generous Ashby Ponds Residents Support Students' Futures Through Scholarship Fund

June 17, 2025 Fifty local high school students were recently honored as Student Scholars at Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, VA. These dedicated student employees—who worked as servers and hosts across the community’...

Ashby Ponds' Predictable Costs Provide Freedom, Value, And Peace of Mind

June 15, 2025 Frank Doe and Donna Shelton were already familiar with Erickson Senior Living when they began exploring their senior living options. "Years ago, I helped my father move to Greenspring," says Frank of the Erickson Senior Living com...

Leesburg Landing's First Residents Share Their Experience

May 5, 2025 On September 17, 2024, James "Jim" and Marcia Henderson became the first official residents of Leesburg Landing, the final residence building at Ashby Ponds. Now, after more than 16 years of growth, the Erickson Senior Living comm...

Ashby Ponds Residents Benefit from An Array of Outdoor Amenities

April 9, 2025 Nestled on 132 acres of enviable green space, Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., offers unbeatable access to dozens of outdoor amenities that encourage activity and socialization. With temperatures w...

Ashby Ponds Celebrates Expansion of its Continuing Care Neighborhood

February 25, 2025 Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., is proud to announce the grand opening of Orchard Terrace, an exciting expansion within its continuing care neighborhood. The grand opening celebration on February ...

The Lovely Landon Floor Plan

February 4, 2025 "The Landon is the perfect home for me," says Mary Anne Sherwood, who moved to Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., in September 2023. In search of a home that would accommodate an active lifestyle and...

Ashby Ponds Priority List Members Plan with Confidence

January 29, 2025 Eager to find a vibrant retirement community near their daughter and her family in Arlington, Va., Connecticut natives Richard and Leah Stancil cast a wide net over the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area and began their research....

Ashby Ponds Provides Unmatched Resources for Professional Growth

January 19, 2025 At Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., team members enjoy more than just a job. They also enjoy opportunities and support for achieving their individual career goals including further education, profe...

Residents Share the Advantages of Moving to A Brand-New Residence Building

December 13, 2024 Ashby Ponds, an Erickson Senior Living community in Ashburn, Va., will welcome more than 150 new residents when Leesburg Landing, the final independent living residence building, opens this year. As the community prepares to greet...