Our Caregiving Team
As a nonprofit community, our mission has always centered on people first. Our team is committed to leading with understanding and compassion, focusing on the individual rather than simply the challenges they may face. While each resident has unique needs, we believe that treating every woman with dignity, respect, and kindness is often the most meaningful form of care. It is this commitment to service, connection, and heartfelt support that continues to set our nonprofit community apart.
At the heart of our community is a commitment to personalized care that honors each woman’s individual preferences, routines, and needs. We believe every lady has a unique story, and taking the time to understand each chapter of her life allows us to provide care with greater compassion, dignity, and purpose. Building meaningful relationships and celebrating individuality are among the greatest rewards for what we do.
As a nonprofit assisted living community dedicated exclusively to women, we are proud to provide elegant living paired with highly personalized care. With one of the lowest resident-to-staff ratios in Central Virginia, our team is able to offer attentive support that reflects the dignity, comfort, and individuality every woman deserves.
A licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to assist residents and respond promptly to any medical needs or emergencies. Our compassionate certified nursing aides provide thoughtful, personalized attention while creating an atmosphere that feels warm, comforting, and welcoming. Within Magnolia Hall, our specialized memory care neighborhood, enhanced staffing allows for even more individualized support and meaningful connection for each resident.
Our caregiving team works closely with physicians, geriatric specialists, therapists, podiatrists, pharmacies, and trusted healthcare partners to ensure residents receive comprehensive, coordinated care. Medical appointments, medication management, therapy services, and equipment support are carefully overseen to make daily life as seamless and comfortable as possible.
Should a resident become ill, our nursing team promptly evaluates her needs and communicates directly with physicians and family members when appropriate. Emergency services are immediately contacted whenever necessary, providing families with added peace of mind.
Petersburg Home for Ladies is guided by an all-female volunteer Board of Directors whose mission is centered on preserving the traditions, routines, and personal preferences of the women who call our community home. Their leadership reflects our longstanding nonprofit commitment to compassionate service and resident-focused care.
Every aspect of care is delivered with patience, respect, and a commitment to preserving each woman’s comfort and quality of life.
Levels of Care & Admissions
The Petersburg Home for Ladies welcomes older women who are able to thrive within a residential or assisted living community setting. As a private nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to women, we are committed to providing compassionate, personalized care in an elegant and supportive environment. Additional levels of assisted living services are available to meet changing needs and are offered at an additional cost. Please note that the Petersburg Home for Ladies does not accept Medicare or Medicaid reimbursement.
Level I
Level II
Level III
Level IV
Our Boutique Amenities
Admissions Information
To ensure we are able to provide appropriate care for every resident, prospective residents are required to complete a physical examination within 30 days prior to admission. The Petersburg Home for Ladies is licensed as an assisted living facility and is not licensed to provide skilled nursing home care. Therefore, we are unable to admit or retain residents whose medical conditions exceed the level of care permitted under Virginia assisted living regulations.
For additional information regarding our admissions process, please review our Admissions Checklist or contact our team directly.
Gracious living has long been the hallmark of the Petersburg Home for Ladies. As a nonprofit community devoted exclusively to women, we take pride in creating an environment that blends elegance, comfort, and exceptional personalized care.
Our dedicated housekeeping and laundry teams provide weekly housekeeping, linen, and complimentary personal laundry services. Available seven days a week, these team members help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness while ensuring each resident feels confident and cared for every day.
Dining at the Petersburg Home for Ladies is both comforting and refined. Guided by a Registered Dietitian, our culinary team prepares three nutritious, home-cooked meals daily, served in our elegant dining room. Residents may also enjoy outdoor dining in our peaceful interior courtyard, where family and friends can gather beside the soothing sounds of our beautiful fountain.
Our Recreation Specialists thoughtfully plan engaging programs and activities tailored to the interests and abilities of all residents. Group exercise classes promote strength, balance, and overall wellness, while specialized programming in Magnolia Hall supports the unique cognitive needs of residents within our memory care.
Life within our community is vibrant and enriching. Residents often gather in our sunny Garden Room for conversation, refreshments, and relaxation while overlooking the winding pathway and natural beauty of our Memorial Garden. Each month, residents receive a full calendar of events featuring social gatherings, religious services, live entertainment, exercise programs, educational opportunities, and local outings designed to nurture social, cultural, spiritual, intellectual, and physical well-being.
Our outdoor living spaces encourage both relaxation and discovery. Seasonal shade coverings, tranquil water features, raised herb and flower gardens, and native pollinator landscapes provide opportunities for gardening, reflection, and enjoying nature. Residents may participate in butterfly conservation efforts through Project Monarch Watch or simply unwind beneath the canopy of mature oak and holly trees.
Residents may also enjoy the convenience of our on-site beauty salon, where hair styling, permanents, and grooming services are available for a reasonable fee, along with weekly nail care services.
Included in the Monthly Fee:
- Three home-cooked meals served daily
- Weekly housekeeping and linen services
- Complimentary weekly laundry services
- Telephone connection in each resident room (service expenses billed separately)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the community
- Emergency call systems in all resident rooms
- Full calendar of social, recreational, and wellness activities
- Exercise and wellness programs
- Parking accommodations for residents with vehicles
- Individually controlled heating and air conditioning
- Sprinkler and smoke detection systems in all resident rooms
- Access to reserve common areas for personal gatherings and celebrations
- Fresh flowers displayed throughout shared spaces
- Beautiful flower and butterfly gardens
- Daily beverage cart service
- Interior courtyard with outdoor dining accommodations
Petersburg Home for Ladies
Our Caregiving Team
Jessica Hancock
Administrator
Dr. David Neff MD.
Family Practitioner
Courtenay Comer
RN Director of Nursing
Sarah Tiesing, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
What Our Clients Say
See what our residents and their families have to say…
I came because my mother was here years ago and I became a volunteer. I have been in many other places and there is no other place as nice as this. I have not been disappointed.
E. ThompsonIt’s wonderful here! Best place to be! The staff is remarkable! The activities department is great! You feel good when you step into the door.
V. KaiserLife @ Petersburg Home for Ladies
Tranquil Gardens
The Ladies Home has three garden areas, each designed to enhance the outdoor experience of everyone from the avid gardener to the nature enthusiast. While seasonal flowers blossom, luscious herbs sprout in planter boxes and the stately canopy of trees houses a local sampling of our avian friends, you can relax with friends while watching butterflies, listening to our fountains and sipping a glass of your favorite wine.
Local Outings
Our Recreation Specialists conduct a variety of local outings. Visits to local restaurants, area shopping, theater productions and scenic drives are some of the various routine events enjoyed by our ladies. Vehicles equipped with wheelchair accessibility can be used for those ladies in need of additional assistance and Certified Nursing Aids may attend outings with residents, to provide additional assistance, at no additional charge.
Private Parties
Every room at Petersburg Home for Ladies is an opportunity waiting to happen. Our residents love hosting private events and our staff is here to ensure that every avenue of event management is attended to. After reserving a room, our abundantly creative Recreation Specialists will work side by side with you to make your event the success you envision.
Resident Committees
Find your niche with us. There are many resident led committees and resident led groups who routinely meet with the support of our staff. Perhaps you would be interested in managing a rummage sale, participating in a dietary committee meeting, or serving on a Resident Council. Do you play and instrument and want to start your own singing group? Would you like to take a turn leading our walking club? We value your interests and expertise.