Memory care support is a consistent bright spot for families.
Residents and families specifically describe the memory unit as a place where staff provide attentive, day-to-day support. Several reviews mention residents in memory care being comfortable and well cared for, including in ongoing dementia situations. One family also calls out how much better meals are for a picky eater after moving into the memory setting.
common13 reviews mention this
Cleanliness stands out
The facility’s cleanliness is frequently noted in reviews.
Many reviews say the community is clean and well maintained, with visitors highlighting how tidy the environment feels during visits. A few reviews also call out specific cleanliness issues like carpets needing cleaning and shortages in bedding. One review mentions an insect in a bathroom, which is a clear outlier compared with the otherwise positive cleanliness feedback.
common40 reviews mention this
Staff are consistently kind and responsive
Families repeatedly describe staff as caring and professional.
Across reviews, residents’ families mention staff members being kind, helpful, and professional, including describing warm interactions during visits and moves. Several reviewers say staff went above and beyond to get a loved one settled, and others describe feeling informed and supported. A separate review also notes that results can depend on who is working, suggesting some variability in experience.
common5 reviews mention this
Dining quality gets specific praise
Meal quality is a frequent point of positive feedback.
Multiple reviews mention enjoying meals, with one describing specific dishes served during a family evening. Families also describe food looking good and say a picky eater ate well after moving in. There is also at least one complaint about a lunch order not being provided after requests, so diners’ experiences can vary.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Communication can be frustrating
Some families report trouble getting timely communication.
One reviewer asks for the community to stop texting them after visits, indicating unwanted outreach. Another review says it was difficult to get feedback from higher up leadership, especially around the resident care director, and criticizes weekend attention for assisted living versus memory care.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.
Features
Housing
11 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Norfolk International (8 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Hospitals
Sentara Health Care (0.4 miles)
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital (3.4 miles)
Virginia Beach Ambulatory Surgery Center (3.4 miles)
Restaurants
The Yard Milkshake Bar (0.6 miles)
Coopers Hawk Virginia (1.4 miles)
Cracker Barrel (1.4 miles)
Captain Georges Seafood Restaurant (2.4 miles)
Yukai Japanese Buffet (2.4 miles)
Wasserhund Brewing Company (2.8 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2.8 miles)
Physicians
Konikoff Salzberg Periodontics (0.7 miles)
Virginia Eye Consultants (1.7 miles)
Cenzon Maria R MD - Dominion Psychiatric Associates (2.1 miles)
Hearing Services of Virginia (2.7 miles)
Advanced Pain Management & Rehabilitation PC (2.9 miles)
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11 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Norfolk International (8 miles away)
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
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Warm, caring community with top-notch care and convenient access to nearby amenities.
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