5501 Discovery Park Boulevard, Williamsburg, VA 23188
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Overall Review of Edgeworth Park At New Town
common27 reviews mention this
Caregivers feel attentive and kind
Residents and families describe staff as consistently kind, attentive, and responsive to daily needs.
Many reviews emphasize how staff members interact with residents with warmth and respect, from caregivers helping with showering to daily check-ins and communication with families. Several residents describe specific people being thoughtful and supportive, including nursing and aides who spend time and pay attention to how someone is doing. Even when reviews mention specific problems, other caregivers are still described as compassionate, professional, and helpful.
common6 reviews mention this
Memory care staff stand out
Memory care reviews highlight caring staff who engage residents and help families feel supported.
Multiple reviews specifically call out memory care, describing caregivers who handle residents with patience and attentiveness and interact with residents during free time. Families also describe memory care programs and day-to-day support as a good fit for residents who need more socializing and structured attention. At the same time, one memory care review also mentions issues like limited activities and short staffing, while still pointing to some caregiversā ability to help residents eat and receive support.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Nursing presence feels strongāand spotty
Reviews describe both strong nursing presence and, in other cases, concerns about staffing and care delivery.
Some reviews say nursing and care staff are regularly visible and responsive, including frequent checks and call response times. Others report serious concerns tied to staffing and supervision, such as missed care, missed medications, and periods when the facility was short-staffed. Taken together, residentsā experiences vary, with several families feeling well cared for while at least a few describe neglect-related outcomes and reduced safety oversight.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Pricing feels high for some
Some families say the cost is high or that value has decreased over time.
A few reviews mention that assisted living pricing felt too expensive, and one review says cost increased while value diminished. Another review acknowledges the price is higher but connects it to amenities and the level of attention received. Overall, cost is a recurring point of difference: some families feel it matches care, while others felt it did not.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
95 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Newport News Williamsburg International (17 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
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
Mental wellness program
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
Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads (0.1 miles)
TPMG Orthopedics & Sports Medicine (0.1 miles)
Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group (0.1 miles)
Subramaniam Vijay Dr Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group Lung Sleep Specialists Williamsburg (0.1 miles)
Discovery Park Family Medicine (0.1 miles)
Hampton Roads Ent-Allergy (0.1 miles)
Coastal Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Implants (0.1 miles)
Restaurants
Paul's Deli (0.3 miles)
Kbola Cuban Restaurant & Bar (0.4 miles)
Bonefish Grill (0.6 miles)
First Watch (0.6 miles)
Cava (0.6 miles)
Blaze Pizza (0.6 miles)
Masala Craft (0.6 miles)
Theaters
New Town STM 12 (0.4 miles)
Hospitals
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (0.5 miles)
The guide highlights the importance of assisted living facilities for aging veterans needing daily support, discusses unique challenges they face, and outlines available financial assistance from the VA, including the Aid and Attendance program. It emphasizes understanding eligibility criteria and navigating the VA system to access necessary benefits effectively.
The article compares assisted living and skilled nursing facilities, detailing their differing levels of assistance, medical support, cost structures, and day-to-day experiences. It emphasizes that assisted living is for those needing help with daily activities while maintaining independence, whereas skilled nursing facilities provide intensive medical care with 24-hour staff supervision.
The transition from assisted living to skilled nursing care is often prompted by complex medical needs that assisted living cannot meet, with key indicators including frequent health declines, increased falls, severe memory issues, and caregiver burnout. Families should recognize these signs early to discuss options with healthcare providers and prepare for the emotional and logistical aspects of moving to a facility that offers comprehensive medical support.
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