This page is intended to help New Residents find their way around Riderwood. It will answer some of the most asked questions. You don’t have to be a newbie to find something useful here!
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RiderwoodLife.com
Welcome to RiderwoodLife.com, you found it! This website is managed by residents. It is designed with both newcomers and current residents in mind. The site provides helpful information about community events, services, and resident programs. Whether you’re looking for advice on settling in or seeking ways to get involved, RiderwoodLife.com serves as your go-to hub for finding support and building lasting friendships within our community.
MyErickson
MyErickson is a must have online resource for residents and families of Erickson Senior Living communities. It provides easy access to dining menus, activity calendars, and transit schedules. Residents can also find community news and contact info for all the departments and residents at Riderwood. For more information and a short Video on how to sign up and use MyErickson please click HERE.
Now What? Group
The Now What? Newcomers Group is a resident-run group for newcomers. Now What? helps newer residents make connections with other residents. It also connects them with staff members who can be of assistance. Additionally, it introduces them to other clubs and groups that are of interest. They also offer one on one tutorial sessions for registering and accessing MyErickson (see above). Click HERE to go to the “Now What?” web page.
Maps
Finding your way around Riderwood is one of the first (of many) challenges that greet new residents. Never fear, MAPS are here! Click on the below button to go to the RiderwoodLife.Com Map page that has many maps of Riderwood. Their is also a Facilities Locator to help find where you want to go and how to get there.
Riderwood Front Desks
The Front Desk is located in the Lobby of each clubhouse. It serves as the first line of communication for a resident, employee, or visitor. The staff provides answers, directions, forms, and assistance for residents, employees and visitors, and much more.
Riderwood Main Number – (301) 572-1300
Arbor Ridge Front Desk – (301)572-8430Lakeside Commons Front Desk – (301) 572-8454
Montgomery Station Front Desk – (301) 572-8388
Town Center Front Desk – (301) 572-8303
Village Square Front Desk – (301) 628-3667
Note that calling the Riderwood Main Number rings all Front Desks. If you call your local clubhouse Front Desk and there is no answer, it will transfer the call. The call will go to the Main Number. It will ring at all Front Desks. Whoever is available and on duty will answer.
Resident Handbook
The Resident Handbook attempts to include all key information about living at Riderwood. This includes rules and regulations of the Community. You should get a copy of this when you arrive, but, if not, or you need another here it is. Check with your Front Desk for hard copies. Click button below to open Handbook in a New Tab.
Nearby Hotels and Restaurants
Guest coming or just want to get out! Check out nearby restaurants and accommodations by selecting the buttons below. Note that Riderwood also offers Guest Suites. Check with your Front Desk for the Guest Suites Brochure.
Salons at Riderwood
PS Salons are located on the lobby floor of every clubhouse. They are open to serve men’s and women’s styling and beauty needs. The hours of operation and phone numbers are listed on MyErickson under Community Info 
in the Amenities subsection .
Neighbors in Deed
Neighbors in Deed is a group of Riderwood residents. They volunteer to help independent living residents with everyday needs. These activities include picking up meals. They also involve sewing on a button, opening a jar, and feeding a cat. Additionally, walking a dog and assisting with minor computer or TV problems are provided. Click below to go to their page.
Understanding Addresses at Riderwood
Addresses at Riderwood can be confusing. Different formats and numbers are used depending on the situation. Here’s a web page that hopefully helps. Click the button below!
Other Frequently called (and Important) Phone Numbers
You want to add Security and some of these other numbers to your contacts.
- Riderwood Security – (301) 572-8391
- Riderwood General Services – (301) 572-8355
- Riderwood Finance Department – (301) 628-3699
- Riderwood Connect (IT/Computer Support) 1 (800) 677-0211
- Wellness Center – (301) 628-3653
- CVS Pharmacy – (301) 572-8470 Click here for local CVS webpage. Note store hours are listed incorrectly. Look for hours under “Pharmacy”.
- Xfinity/Comcast “Bulk” Services – (855) 638-2855 (do not use the “regular” Xfinity phone number)
Click button below to see the Riderwood Main Phone Number List from the Resident Handbook.
Acronyms
- MOD – Meal Of the Day
- NSA – No Sugar Added (found on restaurant Menus)
- AL – Assisted Living
- IL – Independent Living
- CCRC -Continuing Care Retirement Community
- ABR – Arbor Ridge
- LSC – Lakeside Commons
- MST – Montgomery Station
- TNC – Town Center
- VSQ – Village Square
There are lots more – this is just to get you started. See the Facilities Locator for acronyms for all resident building on campus.
Note some of these links and numbers are subject to change without much notice. If you see something incorrect or a link that is not working, please just send an email to Questions@RiderwoodLife.com