Hughes Home

I will carry the gratitude and appreciation that I have for Hughes Home, and the care that they provided my Mom for close to 2 years for the rest of my life. I've known Daryl (the owner) since our school days at Stafford and he is the same caring and honest guy that I knew as a kid. His personality and professionalism translates to his employees, and his DON, Mau, is just awesome along with her staff. I know that my Mom was a high maintenance patient with tons of energy and spunk until the end, and never did they complain or speak in a negative manor concerning her care. They treated my family with utmost respect and as a lifetime Fredericksburg resident I am so happy that we have a local assisted living facility with local people that will care for our loved ones in time of need. To further enhance my appreciation for Hughes Home, I recently received a text from Mau checking on myself and our family. Mom has been gone for 4 months now, so this truly shows me how much they really care about their residents and their families. Thank you Hughes Home from the bottom of my heart! Steve Wood

There are not enough words to express how much we love Hughes Home and every single member of the family there. Our family had to make the hard decision of placing my grandmother, Ms. Scott somewhere she could have 24 hour care. She was a sweet but a feisty one for sure, and sometimes we worried she may be giving them too much of a hard time. But the outpour of love and patience each nurse showed her was truly amazing. We are so very thankful for all of the love and care they gave her during her last year here with us. They will all forever hold a spot in our hearts and family. If you are like we were, and are nervous about making this decision - rest assured that if you choose to place your loved one at Hughes Home, it will be the right decision and they will love them with all of their hearts.

I wanted to share a review, as a Hospice nurse that works in many facilities in the area. I have seen an incredible depth of care and kindness from the staff at Hughes Home during my visits there. During the most difficult time a family faces, when a loved one is nearing the end, the staff shows how much they care with such grace. I've seen flowers or a favorite stuffed animal left with the resident after passing, showing how important each person is to the staff. It is a small detail that I don't see everywhere and it doesn't go unnoticed.

Did my research on how to research (lol), the assisted living communities. Then I vetted them over several months through in person meetings and phone calls. I started with trust and was never disappointed. The community superceded all my expectations. 24/7 365 access to my loved one as well as the staff. Everyone is kind, compassionate, empathetic, and highly skilled in their chosen profession. Employees that do laundry, neatly hang clothes and take pride in how nicely things are put in closets and dressers. Maintenance is available on sight to help with televisions and all sorts of things like carrying our furniture when they really are there and skilled to do "real" or technical maintenence-- they all pitch in to help one another. Food is lovingly prepared on sight and it is delicious, healthy and plentiful. Snacks are offerred in such a loving way--hard to explain the love I see at snacktimes. Susan and her activity--recreation staff have something planned for everyone. They bring joy, enthusiasm, and smiles on many faces. The opportunity for movement and to stay active physically, mentally and spiritually is encouraged. The Director of Nursing, Maureen, is "second to none". I love the way she supports her staff, shows respect and advocates for everyone. She is a leader in the field of nursing. I have worked in health and wellness at three area hospitals, and corporate wellness for 20+years... Maureen, your light shines bright! Daryl, my greatest gratitude to you and your family for providing a home, a loving environment for my loved one who needed care beyond anything I could provide. I am humbled by your family. You all partnered with our doctors from the Veterans Healthcare and civilian specialists for my loved one-- The time at Hughes will always be special memories.