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Richfield Living

Upscale senior living with state-of-the art care options

From stunning mountain views and a resort-like campus, Friendship Richfield Living offers endless opportunities for residents to live their best lives with a diverse range of living options all on one campus—from Independent Living and Assisted Living to award-winning health services including memory care, long-term care and rehab and therapy.

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3730 Richfield Lane, Salem, VA 24153
540.380.4500

Meet Our Staff

Ben Higgins

Vice President of Operations

Erin Layell

Administrator, Richfield Health Center

Staci Counts

Director, Independent Living

Deborah Conway

Administrator, The Oaks Assisted Living

April Morris

Administrator, Joseph C. Thomas Center

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Life at Friendship

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Club Friendship

Club Friendship serves as one of our special event venues, and also offers catering services to all in the Roanoke Valley.
Call 540.265.2056 to schedule your special event or place your catering order today!
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Salon

To help you enjoy your full life, we want you to look your best. Our friendly team of barbers and hair stylists will give you the style and grooming you deserve—without you having to leave the Friendship campus.
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Wellness Center

Wellness is more than just not being sick. To support you in living the healthy life you deserve, we offer a variety of strength, cardio, and balance programs for all skill levels.
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Physician Clinic

Whether you desire a wellness visit or want to address a health concern, the Friendship Physician Clinic team is excited to get to know you and help with your family needs.
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Adult Day Care

Friendship's Adult Medical Day Care at The Feinour Center offers a more affordable opportunity for daytime care for family members who can no longer stay home alone safely.
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Lounge

Relax on the plush sofa or tickle the ivories on the grand piano in our spacious Piano Lounge, located on the main level by the staircase.
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Bistro '66

Our brand new dining venue, Bistro ‘66, is now open! Located within the Friendship Health & Rehab Center on the North campus, all are welcome for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Transitional Care Unit

Our Transitional Care Unit (TCU), located within Friendship Health & Rehab Center on Hershberger Road, is now open! This unit is most easily accessed from the entrance on Bluebell Lane.
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residents playing sitting volleyball in retirement community
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Gazebo outside at Friendship North campus
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Residents' Center

Welcome Home

As the heart of the Friendship Living community, our Residents’ Center offers something for everyone. Whether you want to meet with friends, break a sweat, or learn something new, our Residents’ Center is home to all kinds of fun activities.

  • Swim in the heated indoor pool
  • Host or attend a special event at Club Friendship
  • Find a new book at the library
  • Host an event in our 2,300 sq. ft. community room
  • Have a picnic in the outdoor pavilion
  • Nurture your green thumb in our resident vegetable gardens
  • Our Residents’ Center is also home to our non-denominational Chapel.
front entrance of the Residents' Center at Friendship's North Campus
The Roanoker Best of 2023 Gold award
Best place to have a Corporate Meeting/Conference
The Roanoker Best of 2022 Gold award
Best place to have a Corporate Meeting/Conference
The Roanoker best of 2021 Gold award
Corporate Meeting/Conference: Club Friendship

Club Friendship

Located within our Residents' Center on the North campus, Club Friendship serves as one of our special event venues, and also offers catering services to all in the Roanoke Valley.

Call 540.265.2056 to schedule your special event or place your catering order today!

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Plated salmon dish with beverage
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Lifestyle

At Friendship, we believe in giving you all the living space you need. Like a space to meet, a space to relax, a space to exercise, and a space to reflect. We also host community events that cater to every aspect of your full life.

Our transportation services help our residents enjoy local dining, shopping, and entertainment in nearby downtown Roanoke. Trips to see Broadway Shows at the Roanoke Civic Center, museum exhibits, and the Grandin Theater are just a few of the experiences within a few minutes drive at Friendship Living.

Salon

To help you enjoy your full life, we want you to look your best. Our friendly team of hair stylists will give you the style and grooming you deserve—without you having to leave the Friendship campus. The salon is also open to serve members of the greater community!

For first time customers, be sure to ask for the first visit coupon that will save you $5!

To schedule your appointment, please call the salon at 540.265.2033.

Events at Friendship Living

At Friendship Living, we want our residents to live fun and active lives. Below is a sampling of the type of events residents can enjoy here at Friendship.

  • Billiards
  • Yarn Circle
  • Cornhole
  • Scrabble
  • Bingo
  • Guest Speakers
  • Christmas Tree Lighting
  • 4th of July Picnic
  • Valentine's Dance
  • Easter Dinner
  • Labor Day Picnic
  • Thanksgiving
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Best of Roanoke Awards!

Friendship earned the Platinum Award for the best:

  • Place to Work
  • Local Company that Gives Back
  • Local Company on the Grow
  • Rehab/Post-Op Facility
  • Home Health Care
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