Experience Senior Living Celebrates the Opening of New Community in Greater Richmond, VA

The 10^th developed and operated community for the Denver-based company

DENVER, October 4, 2023 –

Experience Senior Living (ESL) recently celebrated the opening of a brand-new senior living community. Sancerre Atlee Station, located in Mechanicsville, Virginia, opened their doors on September 8th, 2023, to serve the greater Richmond area. The community is specifically designed to offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services to its residents. It is the company’s first developed and operated community in the state of Virginia.

With a total of 103 apartment suites available, Sancerre Atlee Station provides a range of living options to meet each resident’s unique lifestyle. The senior living community offers numerous amenities and services that make it an ideal living destination for seniors. Sancerre Atlee Station is filling up quickly, nearly 50% full just a few weeks into their opening, with the Memory Care community almost at full capacity.

“We are delighted to announce the addition of Sancerre Atlee Station to the ESL family of communities”, remarked ESL President Phill Barklow. “The greater Richmond area is brimming with remarkable historical significance and distinct character and we are thrilled to actively contribute to its promising future.” 

The high level of enthusiasm is equally shared by Sancerre Atlee Station Executive Director Lauren Friedman. “The joy of the residents and families, in combination with the hearts and warmth of our staff has created such an amazing environment. The excitement is something that I have not seen in all my years in senior living.”

The design of Sancerre Atlee Station features a farmhouse modern aesthetic with a respectful nod to the character of the surrounding neighborhood and the area’s rich history. Luxury amenities and exterior services include outdoor dining, Gardens, Bocce Ball Court, walking paths, sunroom, and a relaxing covered porch. Interior features include a card room, art room, library, spa, fitness center with HUR equipment, theater, salon, live piano music, and a coffee bar with café seating.

Assisted living accommodations range from 396-square-foot studios up to 1,063-square-foot, two-bedroom units, with memory care studio units ranging from 321 to 376 square feet. 

Sancerre Atlee Station is located at 9495 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116. For more information contact the community at 804-575-0420, or visit the website at experiencesrliving.com/sancerre-atlee-station.