The Willows at Meadow Branch
1881 Harvest Drive, Winchester, VA 22601
(800) 558-0653
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4.72
(29 reviews)
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Reviews of The Willows at Meadow Branch in Winchester, Virginia
ReviewerFC081923A
5
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August 25, 2023
The people at the Willows at Meadow Branch looked very happy, and it was clean and smelled good. I saw families visiting. The room was very nice that the staff member showed me. It looked like it was newly updated. It was really nice, and it was just a studio I looked at. They had bingo. The people were friendly. I popped in, so I kind of surprised them. There was no one at the reception area, but the administrator was nice.
Marie
3
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April 12, 2023
I toured the Willows at Meadow Branch. The tour was excellent. I was able to see all areas of the community except for one that was currently under some renovation. The rooms were small but pretty updated. The tour guide did an excellent job of explaining their services. They had a good activity schedule. There were several areas that were under renovation, so I did not get to see them. The schedule is somewhat limited because of the renovations going on right now. There were not as many amenities at this location as there were at some of the other places I visited. The dining area was closed at the time of my visit, but looking at it from the outside, it looked very sufficient. They had some nice garden areas and a pathway around the property to walk, which was very nice.
Va Farmboy
5
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January 30, 2022
The Willows is a clean and quiet place. The staff has always been pleasant when interacting with guests and residence. The food has variety but could be made with more fresh veggies than premade choices. They bring in different live entertainment but I don't think they do many bus trips out since Covid. One area for improvement is getting "buzzed" in during off hours. This is a sore point for many visitors who come back to the building after the evening doors lock. You can be waiting several minutes for access! Overall I feel this is a caring facility that definitely looks out for your loved ones and has their health care as a top concern.
Advocate for seniors
3
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January 26, 2022
I would have liked a more transparent accounting of the coronavirus at this facility.They had me fill out forms for my 96 year old mother to get the booster , but never followed through with offering the vaccines by a certain time frame or even let us know why. When I questioned why I was told “ the boosters don’t work” Really ??? This was against CDC guidelines We had to take my mother out of the facility to get vaccinated!!! During one of their lockdowns I only found out when I went to see my mother and couldn’t get in . An email would have been appreciated ! The caregivers are exceptional though and she likes it there . The administration making decisions against CDC standards is unacceptable and harmful to the residents
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Michael
4
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October 3, 2021
I chose The Willows At Meadow Branch for my mother. It was clean, and the staff was well informed (or they informed me). It just seems like it was a good facility. The room was nice. They had multiple rooms to select from. The staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and answered all the questions I had. They had one wing that was for like Alzheimer's patients and dementia; the other wing was for assisted living. Then their cafeteria where they ate meals was in the middle. They offer a hairdresser, the whole gamut of doctors from family practice, and psychiatrist. They come in at different times.
Anne
5
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August 21, 2021
We chose The Willows at Meadow Branch, and my father moved in about a month ago. It's clean, and it has constant care. I mean, they check in on him. He has a private room. He enjoys the people, the dining facility, and the church service. People can visit. He likes that people are visiting him freely. It's less worry for me knowing he's there. It's been a good decision all around. I've been very pleased with the care there. They have a salon, a barbershop, and an activities room. He also gets physical therapy, and he enjoys that. They do have music. Somebody comes in, they usually have some kind of live music once a week, and he's been taking that in. They're very prompt about picking him up for dinner and taking him down there, or they check to see if he wants to go down to dinner. For the most part, the meals are OK. I've seen them, they looked fine, but he's a picky eater. It's very clean and open, and there are plenty of areas for him if he wants to leave his room to just try a different spot. There are plenty of places to go. There's one sunroom and there's a porch. There is an area where they can go outside, and there are plenty of little areas at the end of the halls where he can move around if he wants. He likes the music theyve had. The church service is very nice. Sitting outside and talking with the residents has been pleasant. The value for the money is good.
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Rick
5
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January 20, 2021
My friend has been in The Willows at Meadow Branch for two weeks now. I'm familiar with it. It's one of the best in the area. They're very accommodating. It was accommodating up until they got their first couple of cases of Covid, now they're on lockdown like everybody else. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. My friend loves their food. He is in a newly refurbished studio apartment that appears brand new. They have renovated a whole lot of the old apartments and they're like brand new. It's first class and well thought out. I would absolutely recommend The Willows at Meadow Branch. Activities is a 5, although everything is shut down now and nobody is doing anything for a week or two.
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William
4
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December 10, 2019
The Willows at Meadow Branch had the best price for a one-bedroomof all the facilities I visited. The staff was pretty good. I liked the director a lot. She was low pressure and nice. I had lunch there, and it was average. They were a little understaffed, but they were looking to hire some more people. It wasn't the cleanest of the places, but the layout was nice. It's a single story, spacious, accommodating, and not crowded. They have a pretty good reputation. The facility needed to be a little bit tidier, but it was nice.
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Assisted Living
This level of care provides support for those who need help with personal care needs such as cleaning, bathing, and dressing. Residents selecting this level of care are treated to many amenities in a home-like atmosphere, while getting support in their daily lives.
$5,385
Starting Price
Memory Care
Memory Care is specifically designed to meet the needs of those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Specially trained staff members assist with activities of daily living (such as bathing and dressing) and provide therapies to slow further loss of cognitive abilities.
$6,930
Starting Price
Services and Amenities of The Willows at Meadow Branch in Winchester, Virginia
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Fee Structure Extra: We offer a month-to-month rental
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
About The Willows at Meadow Branch in Winchester, Virginia
Our Location
The Willows At Meadow Branch is located in historic Winchester, Va. Our Southern Style, one-story estate is located in a park like setting, nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Conveniently located near the heart of Old Town Winchester, yet secluded from major highways and the sounds of traffic. Peaceful and serene our walking paths wind around a Nature Preserve and provide opportunities to walk in the warmth of the sunshine, and to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful landscapes. Our picturesque facility is beautiful in all seasons, and opportunities for great family photos are around every corner!
We are a designated Trolley stop for shopping and sight-seeing. While you are in town, be sure and visit the Apple Blossom Mall, or get tickets to a performing arts exhibit at Shenandoah University. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to visit one of our many Revolutionary and Civil War sites that provide educational and entertainment opportunities.
Due to our location within the City limits, Winchester Medical Center is just minutes away; which greatly reduces emergency response times. We also have a variety of Medical Professionals nearby, which makes for easy and convenient access to doctor’s appointments.
Our inviting front porch, complete with rocking chairs and flower gardens, provides great opportunities to chat with family, friends and neighbors. We have six cozy sunrooms, a formal, yet comfortable living room with fireplace and a well-stocked library and game room. So come on in, snuggle up with a good book or challenge one of your neighbors to a game of chess or checkers!
Family Owned & Operated
The Willows At Meadow Branch is privately owned by a Virginia family. This family has been involved with elder care since the 1980’s, and appreciates the trust and confidence that Residents and their families place in our Staff and community.
With the absence of corporate “red-tape”, decisions are addressed on-site, in a timely manner; this is an added value to our Residents, families and Staff.
The owners’ mission is to provide individualized, quality care in a comfortable and safe surroundings. We believe that this mission is something that we, as a staff, live by each and every day.
What Makes Us Unique
People have asked what makes The Willows At Meadow Branch so unique? Well, we think a lot of things, but there are important and distinct differences in how we operate our facility in comparison to others.
We take pride in the fact that we have the following attributes, most of which are unique to us!
- Family owned and operated
- Our full Housekeeping Staff strives to maintain a clean, sanitary and odor-free environment for our Residents. We are dedicated to sustaining an impeccably high standard of cleanliness throughout the entire facility
- Full Dietary Staff
- Head Chef and several cooks, all of which are Servsafe certified
- Our Personal Care Staff is dedicated to Resident care; as well as developing strong relationships with each of our Residents
- We honor our Veterans with special services to recognize their call to serve our Country
- Trained and Certified Medication Technicians
- A dedicated CNA to assist Residents with bathing
- Registered Dietician that evaluates and sustains nutritional needs
- Psychiatrist that provides in-house care
- Primary Physician that visits weekly
- Podiatrist that provides in-house care
- Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy/Speech Therapy services available
- Professionally dressed staff, we dress as if we are guests in our Residents home
- Dedicated local Pharmacy services, that deliver daily
- Regularly scheduled excursions for all Residents, including our Memory Care community
- Our RN and LPN’s on staff are located at our facility to insure the highest level of personalized attention
- We recognize how much pets enrich our lives, therefore we welcome your small four-legged friends!
- Truly a shining example of how Gracious Senior Assisted Living should be
Extended Family
Deciding to move a loved one into our community at The Willows At Meadow Branch can be a time that is filled with questions, for both you and our staff. How will my loved one adjust? Will they be happy here? Can I leave them without worry?
We as a staff, pay close attention to those details because we want to make certain that the adjustment period is easier for everyone. Our goal is to understand your loved ones wants, needs and desires, as they begin the next chapter of their lives as one of our new neighbors.
Our Staff will provide solutions that create comfort and security. We will maintain open lines of communication with the families, as well as promoting and encouraging family involvement and Resident independence in a secure setting.
We will keep you up to date on developments and progress; and naturally you are always welcome to visit and enjoy a meal or an activity with us!
There is a passion and a ministry that beats within the hearts of our Staff, not only to cater to our Residents’ wishes, but to encourage companionship and maintain a sense of purpose and usefulness.
Our Residents are always treated with dignity and respect, and are fully accepted for the unique individuals that they are.
When we say that we have a, “Family-like setting”, we mean it from the heart, not just as a clever marketing phrase. Our goal is to surround our Residents with love, security and appreciation.
We believe that we have happy and fulfilled Residents because we have happy and fulfilled Staff; therefore, you can rest assured that your loved one will be cared for with the highest level of kindness and empathy.
Community Involvement
We have a vested interest in the well-being of our friends and neighbors; therefore, we contribute to our local economy and community as much as possible.
- We buy and use local produce
- We host support groups and seminars for Alzheimer’s and Dementia care-givers
- We provide seminars on a variety of Senior related topics
- We make our facility and catering services available to host events for Residents, Businesses and Community Groups
- We utilize local vendors when possible
- We are the Title Sponsor for the Apple Blossom, “Young at Heart” Dance, as well as a Supporting Sponsor for the Prayer Brunch
- We host the Walk to End Alzheimer’s
- We support local education through the Winchester Education Foundation
- We participate in local Recycling programs
Spiritual Program
Over the years, many of our Residents have enjoyed attending the church of their choice, and it is very sacred to them. For this reason, The Willows At Meadow Branch provides the following Non-Denominational amenities:
- Bible Study twice a week
- Sunday school and Worship Service
- Old Fashioned hymn sings
We are also blessed to have a Chaplain that is available 24/7, 365 days a year in order to provide personal house calls with our Residents as needed.
Our Chaplain also provides a beautiful, Celebration of Life Service, for the family and neighbors of those that have reached the end of their journey. Our Staff and Residents have the opportunity to remember shared memories and use this time for reflection, comfort and closure.
Fine Dining
Our Resident Chef creates three delicious and well-balanced meals a day. From start to finish careful attention is given to the preparation, nutrition, flavor and presentation of each of these meals. Local produce is used when available and all recipes are prepared from scratch!
Cloth napkins, placemats and china are an everyday feature in our elegant dining room. Our Wait Staff is diligent in all details of dressing our tables, this combination of careful planning creates a fine dining atmosphere.
Sundays are special to many of our Residents because over the years it has been a day to gather with family; therefore white linens and our special occasion china are meticulously displayed to add to the beauty of the meal. Our food has been described as, “Homemade, just like Moms”, and because of this, we want you to have the pleasure of joining us for lunch; guests are always welcome!
Homemade ice cream is available in soft serve and with so many toppings available, it’s like being in an old fashioned Ice Cream Parlor.
A vanilla sundae with strawberries and whipped cream is a nice treat no matter what your age!
Active Minds & Hands
We have a full-time professional activities team that coordinates regularly scheduled excursions for all Residents. They also implement a variety of activities such as jewelry making, musical entertainment, with in-house and special guest performances. Theatre-style popcorn for the afternoon movie and an ongoing community jigsaw puzzle that everyone has to get their hands in at least once a day! We host Red Hat Society meetings, Art Exhibits, theme days with accompanying refreshments, tea parties, and the ever popular, Residents vs. Staff games.
(Running score: Residents 75 – Staff 0)
Residents enjoy a culinary class twice a month, and then revel in the fruits of their experience; sometimes they hold an old-fashioned bake sale, where our Staff lines up to buy the delicious treats!
Our Winter Wonder Years Ball celebrates the lives of our Residents that are 90+, which gives a whole new meaning to the phrase, “Senior Prom”! All the stops are pulled out for this annual event, jazz ensemble, refreshments, and our Residents dance the day away with family, friends and staff!
We foster the emotional, spiritual and physical well-being of our Residents by offering activities that enrich their lives on a daily basis.
Short-Term Respite Care
Need a break in taking caring of your senior loved one? Going on vacation and don’t want to leave he or she alone for a week? We make temporary neighbors in our community to feel at home; even if it’s short term! We can help you and your loved one with needs and demands by providing assistance. Depending on your needs, make arrangements for Respite Care for days, weeks, or even months.
A Secure and Specially Designed Area
Willow Glen is designed for our Residents who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Our secure area provides a dining room, living room, activities room and enclosed garden walking path with a gazebo. Secure surroundings and state-of-the-art safety features provide protection for our Residents who can no longer live alone.
Services in Willow Glen include:
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Medication administration
- Toiletry assistance
Our Activities Department plans a daily calendar of social, recreational and educational programs, that are designed specifically for our memory impaired Residents.
In order to assist Residents in Willow Glen to locate their home, each room has a color-coded door and a Plexiglas enclosed “memory box’ for easy room identification.
The End Of A Journey
When your loved one has reached the end of this part of their journey, we want to make certain that you have as much help and comfort as we can possibly provide.Our partnership with Hospice helps provide you with information concerning your loved ones needs, as well as a dedicated Hospice Staff. Our Chaplain is always available for counseling during this time of challenging questions and decision making. Our Staff, along with the Hospice team is there to navigate you through the illness, help you to understand the process and give you a shoulder to lean on.
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