Public Google reviewers rate this highly and often mention compassionate and specialized memory care staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
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Public Google reviewers rate Arden Courts (virginia Beach) highly. Reviewers highlight: compassionate and specialized memory care staff, engaging 'small town' architectural layout. Reviewer identity is not verified, and online reviews may not capture everything. Schedule a visit to assess the fit directly.
Arden Courts is highly regarded for its specialized memory care environment, which features a unique 'small town' layout designed to engage residents. Families consistently praise the compassionate, long-term staff and the facility's ability to manage complex dementia behaviors like sundowning. While the community is overwhelmingly positive, there are isolated instances of low ratings that lack specific context.
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“The staff totally understands memory care, and they are forever validating my mother’s fears as well as her joy, and do their best to engage her, especially when she is sundowning in the evenings.”
“The care he received up through and including end of life was first class. If I had realized a place like Arden Courts existed, I would’ve moved him in a year earlier.”
“The kitchen crew worked out a meal plan to accommodate my sister’s unique needs.”
Source: VA State Licensing Agency
Type of inspection: Renewal Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: An unannounced renewal inspection took place on 03/13/2026 at 8:20 am to 3:06 pm. The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 52 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 6 Number of staff records reviewed: 3 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 2 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 3 Observations by licensing inspector: Breakfast, lunch, and an activity was observed. A medication pass observation was completed for three residents. The following was reviewed: resident and staff records, emergency preparedness drills, resident fire and resident emergency drills, medication carts, fire inspection report, health inspection report, and a staffing schedule. Water temperature was measured, and the call bell system was monitored. Additional Comments/Discussion: None An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the inspection determined no violations with applicable standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website within five (5) business days of your receipt of the inspection summary. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Donesia, Peoples Licensing Inspector at 757-353-0430 or by email at donesia.peoples@dss.virginia.gov
Type of inspection: Complaint Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: An unannounced complaint inspection took place on 12/16/25 from 2:17 pm to 3:45 pm. The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. A complaint was received by VDSS Division of Licensing on 11/29/2025 regarding allegations in the area(s) of: Resident Care and Related Services and the Safe Secure Environment. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 49 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 3 Number of staff records reviewed: 0 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 0 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 2 Observations by licensing inspector: An activity and staff to resident ratio were observed in the safe secure environment. Additional Comments/Discussion: None An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the investigation supported some, but not all of the allegations: area(s) of non-compliance with standard(s) or law were: Resident Care and Related Services A violation notice was issued; any violation(s) not related to the complaint but identified during the course of the investigation can also be found on the violation notice. The licensee has the opportunity to submit a plan of correction to indicate how the cited violation(s) will be addressed in order to return the facility to compliance and maintain future compliance with applicable standard(s) or law. If the licensee wishes to provide a plan of correction: (i) type the plan on a separate Word document, (ii) identify the standard violation number being addressed, (iii) include the date the violation will be corrected, (IV) do not include any names or confidential information, and (V) return to the licensing inspector by email within five (5) business days of the exit interview. Compliance with all applicable regulations and law shall be maintained and any areas of noncompliance must be corrected. Within 15 calendar days of your receipt of the inspection findings (inspection summary, violation notice, and supplemental information), you may request a review and discussion of these findings with the inspector's immediate supervisor. To make a request for review and discussion, you must contact the licensing supervisor at the regional licensing office that serves your geographical area. Regardless of whether a supervisory review has been requested, the results of the inspection will be posted to the DSS public website within 5 business days of your receipt of the Inspection Summary and/ or Violation Notice. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact (Donesia Peoples), Licensing Inspector at (757) 353-0430 or by email at donesia.peoples@dss.virginia.gov
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Type of inspection: Complaint Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: An unannounced complaint inspection took place on 11/24/2025 from 11:43 am to 1:20 pm. The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 50 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 3 Number of staff records reviewed: 0 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 0 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 4 Observations by licensing inspector: Lunch and activity were observed. A review of the medication carts was completed. Additional Comments/Discussion: None An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the investigation did not support the allegations of non-compliance with standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website within 5 business days of your receipt of the inspection summary. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact (Donesia Peoples), Licensing Inspector at (757) 353-0430 or by email at donesia.peoples@dss.virginia.gov
Type of inspection: Monitoring Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: An unannounced monitoring inspection took place on 11/24/2025 from 9:55 am to 11:42 am. The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 50 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 4 Number of staff records reviewed: 0 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 0 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 2 Observations by licensing inspector: Lunch and activity were observed. The call bell system was monitored. Background checks reviewed for all New Hires. Additional Comments/Discussion: None An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the inspection determined no violations with applicable standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website within five (5) business days of your receipt of the inspection summary. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact (Donesia Peoples), Licensing Inspector at (757) 353-0430 or by email at donesia.peoples@dss.virginia.gov
Type of inspection: Initial Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: An announced initial inspection took place on 09/12/2025 at 9:30 am to 10:10 am. The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 51 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 0 Number of staff records reviewed: 0 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 0 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 2 Observations by licensing inspector: An observation of bedrooms, restrooms, dining area, common areas, and medication carts were completed. were observed. The facility?s call signaling system was monitored. Additional Comments/Discussion: Measurements were completed in bedrooms that are used for residents. The evidence gathered during the inspection determined no violations with applicable standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website should the facility be issued a license to operate. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of a licensed facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Donesia Peoples, Licensing Inspector at 757-353-0430 or by email at donesia.peoples@dss.virginia.gov
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