First Colonial Inn was very nice. The rooms were a little smaller, but it was a very pleasant place. The people there seemed very active, pleasant, and cheerful. It looked like they had quite a few activities, maybe not as many as some of the other places.

I like the atmosphere at First Colonial Inn. It's a very friendly place. The staff members were all friendly, very helpful, and very knowledgeable. I liked the food; I thought it was first rate. There was nothing spectacular about the facility though. They had a lot of facilities and a lot of things to do, but it was just average. They had a gym and a courtyard. It's very clean. It's close to a hospital, and there are a lot of doctors in the area.

I have chosen First Colonial Inn for myself. I went to see their independent living last month and all the activities were on a calendar. They had bingo and you can also do a jigsaw puzzle. The person who did the tour was excellent. She was very informative. I will be getting a studio apartment that's small but quaint. I have not tried their food but their dining area was very nice. The people there were also very nice.

First Colonial Inn was really nice. They offered many services, entertainment, culture, fitness, and different kinds of activities. I liked that about it. It was really well maintained, and the people were extremely friendly.

My dad moved to Virginia Beach at age 92 to be near family after living independently in Florida for 28 years. It was not an easy decision for him to give up his home and friends he loved, but to his credit he realized he was beginning to need help only his family could provide. We had carefully researched living options for him prior to his move, and First Colonial Inn seemed to be at the top of everyone’s list. After touring the facility, my dad wouldn’t even consider looking elsewhere…..and we never regretted the decision. First Colonial stands out, not only for its lovely building and beautifully-kept grounds, not only for its many and varied daily activities, and not just for the restaurant-like dining rooms and extensive menu options. That is all impressive, but what really makes First Colonial special is its amazing staff. They are kind and compassionate and truly care about every resident. Every time we walked in the door, and throughout the community we were greeted warmly by each and every person we encountered. In a short time, everyone seemed to know my dad by name, and would often stop to chat with us to let us know how he was doing. My dad was able to quickly make First Colonial his home, largely sue to the patient, caring and loving staff. It is not an easy thing for a family when an elderly parent moves into a senior living community, and of course we worried about him a great deal. But the associates at First Colonial always put our minds at ease, from Chrissy, the director, to Dan and Dana and Tim and all the other folks who looked after him. I am grateful to each and every one of them. Whenever he had the slightest problem (“how do I work this TV remote again?”) or a serious health emergency, he was taken care of right away. We knew he was in good hands when we weren’t with him, and that meant so much to us. First Colonial will always hold a very special place in out hearts.

At a time in my life where I was desperate because I lost my home due to a hurricane, my daughter wanted me to come closer to her so they looked around at different facilities. When they came to this one, they feel in love with the warm feel of the environment and the staff. Malinda and Dana helped my daughter, showed her around, took pictures and videos to send to me and we made a decision that this was the right place, and it has been. The food is wonderful. You get a selection of what you want. They always have some kind of entertainment for us and it’s up to you if you want to participate. Happy Hour is wonderful, it gives you a chance to meet people, go and relax and have fun. They’ve got bingo, canasta, and all kinds of games and things where if you want to participate in, they’ve got it. They have transportation to the doctor’s, the grocery stores, the drug stores, everything is just taken care of and I don’t care what it is but they’ve made arrangements to provide it for the residents here. All from transportation, to the front desk, to maintenance, all of it is just wonderful. The associates can’t do enough for the residents. Anything you ask, they’re willing to do it and they do it immediately. They don’t wait and they take care of you right away. My maintenance man can’t do enough for me. He’s always helping me. They have garbage pickup for you. They come clean your apartment twice a month. That was another prayer God answered for me. It’s just one of the most remarkable transitions that I’ve ever had and I hate to say it, but I don’t even miss Florida! I miss my husband but God gave me a peace about coming here. It’s been so wonderful, everyone here. And it’s an asset to live here in this facility and how the staff protect you like they do. Everything is so clean and nice here, I think anybody would like to come here that needs a home. I just thank God he put me here because this is just one of the most wonderful places I can be. I feel so safe and so secure. They’ve made everything so convenient for you. They go over and beyond.

I am a resident of First Colonial Inn for 3 plus years. Am I content and satisfied with my decision to move to FCI? Yes! Yes! Yes! The fellow residents are friendly and helpful, willing to share memories, listen to your stories. The associates go beyond their duties, will cheer you up if it is a “down” day or try to help you see the “good” side of life. It is important that all the associates know your name. The dining room servers are polite, patient, considerate, often knowing your wants before you order.

Nice, friendly people. I have had no problems since I’ve moved in. The food is outstanding and it’s a win-win situation. The hospital is about ½ a mile away. Highest level or excellence across the board.

More than twenty years ago my husband and I chose First Colonial Inn as our retirement home. Our decision came after investigating numerous communities in Virginia and North Carolina. First Colonial Inn is nestled in a park-like setting with easy access to medical and shopping opportunities. Now that my husband is deceased the Inn is even more important to me. Affording me security, transportation, and a kind and caring staff. The apartment rental policy assures me that if health issues dictate, I can easily relocate near my family.

First Colonial Inn is a place where everyone is open and friendly. I have been here for five years. Partly because I am a former pastor’s wife but also because I am curious and like to investigate, I have visited a number of other retirement homes nearby and have been impressed by some of their new features. However, I noticed people weren’t interacting there as they do here. I do feel that with pristine surroundings a certain air of formality may be present. This is not what you should look for in your home. There are more activities at FCI than at any other place that I observed. Further, the Residents are always being asked where they want to go, so the destinations vary as to interests, location and level of exertion required. Transportation here is a real plus. I go out in my car on near daily errands, but I also use the bus and think why should I park, especially in bad weather, when I can otherwise be taken to the door? I also enjoy the companionship of others like myself on bus rides as well as the activity to which we are travelling. Anyone, man or woman, contemplating moving into a retirement home should also consider its beauty salon. I have seen many different ones, good and bad, but none with the services and happy atmosphere ours has. It’s so much more than just a place. When you pass by the door, you always look in to see and hear the happy buzz. It is a pleasure to walk into the First Colonial Inn Dining Room where every server knows what I drink (and that I only drink decaf!) and suddenly it appears, perhaps while I am in the process of sitting down. One server said to me, “It’s my job to make you happy.” Sometimes people think they prefer to stay in their own homes. I have been closely involved with three, one of whom has a caregiver. I cannot help but be aware that while some aspects of their lives may be good, these are very lonely people. In my five years at FCI I have seen many very different types of people come to live here and experience happy lives. I appreciate the effort the staff makes to keep us all happy. I enjoy the activities. Eating each day with my friends is a pleasure. I hope the reason why I am writing this is obvious. I like living at First Colonial Inn

First Colonial inn was the most inviting of all the places I went to, the accommodations were a little larger, and it was just a block and a half from where I live. Their setting is quite attractive, it's been highly renovated, and so it's very nice. They have a garden, and a large deck. They have a guitarist and he played music soothing for older people.

My mother has been in First Colonial Inn for two months in a $3,000, one-bedroom apartment that's just the right size. She fixes her own meals. It's six blocks from my business, so I can visit almost every day. It's a very nice three-story building, with very nice staff. It's less expensive than the other places I looked at. However, the meals were mediocre.

My dad moved into First Colonial Inn. It’s very nice and has recently been updated. The apartment itself is kind of drab, but the general facilities are very nice. My dad is happy there. The staff seems very friendly. We don't have any complaints with them. My dad has participated in a few activities. He has gone to chair yoga and lectures. The food is very good. They have a library, an exercise room, and physical therapy on site. They have a bus for transportation, a chauffeur for private transportation, and a garden there, too.

My visit with First Colonial Inn was very positive. It's a nice facility. They had lots of activities, and it seemed to be well-run. It's in a nice location. The staff was very friendly and very accommodating. The rooms were very nice, well-maintained, and had lots of storage space. The grounds were well-maintained and had a park-like setting with lots of woods and trees. It's conveniently located to the Hilltop Shopping Center, which was nice.

My sisters and I were thrilled to find this home for mom. There are so many activities and the staff are wonderful. We love to stroll out back by the duck pond or sit in the breeze way. The residents are very friendly and welcomed mom with open arms. One great thing is the onsite physical and occupational therapy offered by Genesis, as well as the beauty salon. Having these services right in the building is so convenient. The staff take the time to get to know all the residents, and the maintenance staff are very helpful. Overall, it's been such a great transition for mom.