The Best Senior Living Communities in Yorktown, VA

"First Choice Assisted Living II was a nice place. It's clean. The staff was friendly. I felt comfortable there. The room was nice. They showed me a studio room. They have everything that we were looking for. We're looking for 24-hour care and meal preparations. The staff was very friendly, very knowledgeable and willing to help."

"My friend moved into Charter Senior Living of Williamsburg. They were wonderful. We chose it because of the care displayed by all of the staff. They were warm and inviting. They went out of their way to help us make that transition and get information that we were having trouble getting. They brought paperwork out to my house. They went and picked up paperwork from the physician's office. They were just very, very accommodating. The room is just the right size for him. He could get all of his furniture in there. I like the staff's philosophy of how to keep the resident engaged with the rest of the residents. They paired him up with another veteran so that they would have something in common to talk about. But their philosophy is to keep them busy during the day on a regular schedule so that by the end of the evening, they're tired, they go to bed, and they go to sleep. When we were still trying to decide which facility to choose, they fed us lunch and it was lovely. It tasted good. They have a very organized daily schedule. They have breakfast, then they do an activity, then they have a snack, and then another activity, then lunch, and then another activity. They bring in people. They go on field trips. They do crafts. They were interested in what my friend was interested in so they could try to incorporate that into their activities. I like the way the facility was set up. The building is in a square and the courtyard is in the center of that square so that they can go out and sit in the sun but there's no chance that they're going to go anywhere. My friend's room is lovely. He looks out on the courtyard and it's on the second floor. They were right in line with everybody else as far as pricing, but they did not cover cable where others do. "

"We toured the Virginia Greens. That's a new one, but it's too expensive for my brother and also too fancy. It's very nice. I wouldn't mind living there myself. It is independent living only, and I wanted a place in case my brother gets to a point where he needs more, and I wanted to have assisted living available. They had everything, including a 150-seat theater. It's all connected, dining areas inside and out, and everything was very nice. The staff and his wife both live on the premises, which I would take as an advantage for residents. They were approachable."

"The Chamberlin is wonderful. It's a beautiful place. I would recommend it, but I wouldn't recommend it to anyone who is still vibrant because the community is old. The people are old. They are not social, and they are set in their own ways. They have a beautiful dining hall. They offer you 30 meals a month in the cafeteria to use anytime you want to. They have a piano bar and an indoor pool. They have different amenities, such as a pet groomer. They've got everything. If it's just more of a younger group or atmosphere, I would consider it. There is a beautiful view of the Chesapeake Bay. All the ships that come into the harbor go right past it, and if you're into photography, you can take pictures of ships. There is even a little school of dolphins in the summertime that lives nearby that you could see. For what it is, it's beautiful. I've got to be stimulated. I've got to have a community. I've got to have an intellectual conversation. I've got to have people that are willing to live and not waiting to die. That's the only feeling I didn't get good about The Chamberlin. They were accommodating in that, for any apartment that I chose, they were going to change the bathroom from a bathtub to a walk-in shower. They're only doing it by request at no extra cost. They're all ready to converge, but if they don't have to converge, then they won't. They're all ready to change that for me, and I was very well considering it. I can't say anything wrong about The Chamberlain. I recommend it to anybody who wants that type of living and if that's what they're looking for. That would be a place that I would want to move to and spend my later days. It's clean. It smells well. It doesn't smell like Geritol or Vicks. I got two people who toured me. One man was from maintenance and the other lady was from rental, and they were both wonderful. The guy from maintenance said, 'You point it out, and we'll fix it that day,' and he guaranteed it. The girl was in the office for the leasing; she was just as pleasant as she could be. They gave me a full tour, and I think they're looking for a few younger people in there such as myself. I can afford it. It's no big deal, and it's $3,200 a month, and with what they offer, it would be worth it. They offer meals, they offer entertainment, and they offer different things. It's a beautiful complex, but the atmosphere just wasn't there for me. Everywhere I looked, there was somebody on a walker, somebody in a wheelchair, somebody needing assistance with a private nurse. You're as old as you feel, and you're as old as your surroundings, and I'm just too young to feel that damn old. They walked me all through it and showed me everything. We had lunch there. The food was restaurant-style food, if not more. Two ladies prepared the food in the eating kitchen area, but then they had a whole staff that staffed the dining area. You can come down and have a meal, or you can have a meal in your room, and they'll cater it to you, to your room, whatever. They leave no stone unturned. It's an excellent place."

"Spring Arbor of Williamsburg was very clean and very accommodating. The staff were very nice. My mother-in-law stayed there off and on. It was like a respite program. They welcomed her back whenever she returned after being out for a while. They remembered her. I liked that place. There didn't seem to be as much of a turnover there as much as at the other place. My mother-in-law was very happy with the activities and the food and everything else. She never complained about any of it. They painted and colored, and they had puzzles. It's a beautiful place. As far as the respite, the value for money was great. The only thing that I would have found missing was places to walk. That would be the only downside to them. "

"I visited Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg and toured for assisted living. The place was clean and up to standard. The staff members who accommodated me during the tour were great. They were helpful and informative. Everything looked good. The residents were watching TV and playing bingo."

"Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg is a very nice place. It has a lot of nice things happening. It has trips and they let people take part. For example, I came to them with the idea that we should go to these microbreweries that make homemade beers, and they said, "Arrange it." I arranged it 12 months ago, and we made 12 trips, and I got 18 to 24 people to go on the bus every month. Other people say we should have bingo, and they started a bingo thing. They have lots of different activities. They have concerts and things like that. There's something going on all the time. Everybody's smiling. They're good people. When I first came here, the food was a ten. We had a chef that had been here two or three years, and he left, and they've been going through getting new chefs. They have an exercise room and a good area to walk outside. They are always planting different flowers or something to make the place look nice. The building is old, but it's well kept. They have free wi-fi and television here. Compared to putting $300,000 down to go in some places and then having a $5000 or $6000 monthly rate, this place is very good, although a lot of people here complain because every year you get a raise. I would love to see it a little lower, but I'll give it a five because they're deducting almost $400 off the monthly bill for me as a veteran."

"I toured Verena at The Reserve. The rooms and the community are very good. They have a setup where you can change the size of the room according to what you want, and a full washer and dryer. They change everything out when someone moves out, carpet and all. I enjoyed visiting that facility. They have good-sized rooms; one is a smaller scale or a larger scale. The dining area was very well maintained, and the residents enjoyed their dining facility. The facility is brand new."

"Edgeworth Park at New Town seems to be very personable, very caring, and attentive to my friend's care and needs. They are professionals who consistently check on her and they're providing care in a manner that has made her transition from home much easier. The food is excellent. It's a clean facility where staff conducts regular cleaning and includes laundry, dusting, and vacuuming regularly. They do flower arranging, art classes, and movies every night at 7 pm. They have a happy hour each day. They make milkshakes. They have the ability to go on outings, shopping, walking outside the facility, and gardening (they have gardens available for the residents). The atmosphere is like a community of a family along with professionals."

Cambridge Crossing, located at 251 Patriot Lane in Williamsburg, Virginia, is a dedicated memory care community offering compassionate support for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other cognitive conditions. Situated in a tranquil residential neighborhood, the community provides a secure and comfortable environment designed to promote dignity and independence for its residents. With a focus on personalized care, Cambridge Crossing ensures that each resident receives attention tailored to their unique needs. The community features thoughtfully designed accommodations that prioritize safety and comfort. Amenities include beautifully landscaped gardens and patios, providing residents with serene outdoor spaces to enjoy. Housekeeping and laundry services are provided to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment. Residents can engage in a variety of activities such as music sessions, games, book clubs, gardening, and arts and crafts, all aimed at stimulating cognitive function and fostering social connections. Nutritious meals are served in a communal dining room, encouraging social interaction during mealtimes. Cambridge Crossing is committed to the well-being of its residents, offering comprehensive services including assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, continence care, and mobility support. The community also provides quarterly wellness visits by a licensed physician group and on-site visits from healthcare professionals to monitor and address residents' health needs. Pets are welcome upon approval, recognizing the therapeutic benefits they bring. Located near historic Williamsburg, residents have access to nearby attractions such as Colonial Williamsburg, providing opportunities for cultural enrichment and leisurely outings. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Virginia Department of Social Services Facility Search

"I went to Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House. This place was a little closer and a little easier to get to, and the hospital was right next door. It's a little older and the residents' rooms were a little smaller than its sister facility, but otherwise it's excellent. The atmosphere is happy, warm, and welcoming. The staff is very dedicated and very knowledgeable."

"We liked the fact that Harmony at Harbour View was very clean when we went in. The staff was very willing to help and to assist. The young lady who showed us around was very knowledgeable and friendly. We also had an opportunity to have lunch to be able to taste the food. The staff was very good. They spoke to you and acknowledged that you were there. Everybody was very friendly. Everybody that worked there, if they walked past or whatever, they spoke to you. They had transportation. They had a calendar that showed whatever was going on that week that we could participate in. The units that she showed us were very clean, ready to move in, and accommodating. They had one-bedroom or two-bedroom, and they had a studio. It was just wonderful. It was pricier than the other place and what turns my wife off to all of them, not just this one, is the fact that you have to pay for your spouse. If your two-bedroom started at $3500 and if you got a spouse, then it went up another $1200 or $700 for the spouse to be there."

"I toured Commonwealth Senior Living at The Ballentine. Everything was much newer-looking. I would put it in the same category as being able to go to a nice hotel. The folks that met with us were very informative, no pressure, very open, and very good."

"We went to see Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House and toured their assisted living facility for my sister. I was impressed with it. My daughter was with me, and we both thought it was great. I thought my sister would fit in very well there. They were very polite, and the gentleman who took us on the tour was very helpful. He showed us samples of the rooms that were available and the courtyard where you could sit out and relax. I wouldn't mind living there myself. I think they also had a TV room where you could go in and socialize, watch TV, or just play card games."