English Meadows Blacksburg Campus is an assisted living community in Blacksburg, VA.
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3400 South Point Drive., Blacksburg, VA 24060
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.4 from 38 reviews
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Overall Review of English Meadows Blacksburg Campus
common14 reviews mention this
Friendly staff and welcoming care
Residents and visitors consistently describe staff who are friendly, caring, and responsive.
Many reviews highlight staff members who greet people warmly and treat residents well, with some families saying their loved ones seem at home. A few residents and visitors also describe specific moments of follow-through and effort to help, including when a manager or staff member takes time to smooth the process. Even among the more critical reviews, complaints focus on management practices and staffing levels rather than on a lack of friendliness across the board.
common7 reviews mention this
Clean, newer facilities stand out
Multiple reviews call out a clean, well-kept, fairly new facility.
Reviewers frequently describe the building as clean and fresh, with some noting it felt neat, modern, and in good condition. Several comments also connect cleanliness to their overall comfort during visits or after moving in. One critical review questions whether staffing levels supported adequate care, but still does not dispute that the facility presents as well maintained.
differentiator5 reviews mention this
Dining feels restaurant-style
Meals earn strong praise, including descriptions that match restaurant-style dining.
Several reviewers say the food is excellent and that dining areas are clean and welcoming. Some families also mention that staff try to accommodate food requests and that meals feel comparable to better dining experiences elsewhere. The community offers restaurant-style dining, aligning with what residents and visitors describe.
common4 reviews mention this
Activities and outings keep residents busy
Residents get scheduled activities, games, and outings that reviewers say they enjoy.
Reviews describe an active calendar that includes games, arts and crafts, and planned events. Some reviewers also mention outings such as field trips and mall visits, and that there is space set up for different activities. A few comments tie the activities to residents staying happy and engaged.
common2 reviews mention this
Memory care has a secured setup
Residents in memory care are described using a secured unit design.
At least two reviews specifically mention memory care, including a fenced outdoor area where residents can walk or sit. One review also describes keypad-controlled doors that require staff access to enter or exit the unit. These details appear in residents’ experience rather than in the formal amenity list.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Management and staffing are recurring concerns
Some reviews raise serious concerns about staffing consistency and management support.
A handful of reviews criticize management, describing stress on staff, favoritism, and communication problems. Others specifically mention low staffing and worry that care needs were not met with enough staff available. One critical review describes a respite stay ending with a resident being found injured and taken out by ambulance, making safety and supervision the core concern.
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Features
Housing
110 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Blacksburg Internal Medicine And Cardiology (0.3 miles)
River Ridge Dermatology (0.3 miles)
Internal Medicine of Blacksburg (0.3 miles)
Academic Primary Care Associates (0.4 miles)
New Beginnings Pediatrics (0.4 miles)
Keith, Sabrina, Do - Apca (0.4 miles)
Lewis Gale Physicians - South Main Internal Medicine (0.4 miles)
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