The Hidenwood Assisted Living and Retirement Community
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- 50 Wellesley Drive, Newport News, VA 23606
- (757) 930-1075
- 4.4 ( 22 reviews )
- Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care






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4.4
( 22 Reviews )
Elesta
November 23, 2022
We gave it this rating because Zsavonne was an excellent tour guide. She explained everything we needed to know. The place is an excellent place for our relatives.
VJonne
November 15, 2022
I had been here 10 years ago and same as before. Decor has changed.
Mitch and Dee
October 31, 2022
The tour held by Mr. Cook was very informative and answered all of our questions. We have toured 15-20 different communities over the last few years and Hidenwood by far exceeded all expectations and Mr. Cook was wonderful. Our only concern at this time is the size of the bathroom due to our mother having a motorized wheelchair.
DawnSR
October 07, 2022
Very gracious tour. Professional, and every question answered.
Impressed by facility and satisfied with financial structure.
BBJernigan
Zsavonne is a great tour guide and did a very good job of explaining how everything works.
Barbara Hart
Zsavonne was very informative. I had lived here 12 years ago and she was able to show me all of the changes and enhancements.
Much brighter!
RHamby
ZSAVONNE was very patient & thorough in answering all our questions. She took the time to listen and address our specific needs concerning our loved one. She did not pressure us into making a decision & encouraged us to weigh our options.
Linda Roos
December 26, 2021
Everyone was so nice and friendly on my tour. The reviews were right. I hope my mom does get the "fuzzy wuzzys" coming to The Hidenwood.
smartbeauty
I visited recently and was disappointed. The hallways are so narrow that 2people in wheelchairs cannot pass unless they open a door to go around. Seems quite unsafe especially if there’s a fire. It was 10 am and I was there an hour. Not once did I see a nurse , an aide or a medication tech. This is a busy time of day but I saw no staff. Makes me believe they keep staff at a very bare bones level which is NEVER good for the patients. Then when I was leaving a patient was going out to an appt . She had no coat on, just shirt sleeve shirt. A lady called out to get her a coat but the person there (Amanda S.) told her just go outside , her ride was there. She didn’t even care that it was 35 degrees out . She was too lazy to go get the lady her coat! So disgusting.
DD
October 07, 2019
My father is in The Hidenwood, and it's been good. The biggest problem there has been staff turnover, but it's getting better. It's a very nice facility, and they have a lot of activities. The dining is above average. They have a new director who is making some very positive changes. They have assisted living and a memory care unit. They have exercise programs for different levels of activity, music programs on a regular basis, entertainment, outings to restaurants once a week, and art and creative activities.
Alice R
August 29, 2019
I would like to thank the Hidenwood staff for the excellent facility that you take care of. My mother was a resident for 2 years. She felt safe and loved by the nurses and the entire staff her final days over the past two years were fun and active and as she said “too much good food”. We lost our mom on 7-24-2019 to an aneurysm at the age of 90. She was pampered and spoiled and enjoyed her life at The Hidenwood. The staff was so attentive And friendly. I highly recommend the Hidenwood for your loved ones. We have Peace knowing her last days were filled with joy. So grateful to all of you.
Tim
August 15, 2019
My mother will move into the Hidenwood Assisted living and Retirement Community. She's going to be in assisted living, and I've seen everything there including the memory care section. It seemed nice, some of it has been remodelled and some are in the process of going to be remodelled. It has nice activity rooms, living rooms, dining area, and it has a full menu for 3 meals a day. It has a garden out back with flowers. The staff seemed to be helpful and friendly and I haven't seen anything negative. I think the food is good, it's almost like going to a restaurant, you can order, and they have a section in the menu where if you don't like the menu, you can always get grilled cheese or hotdog.
Demetria T.
December 26, 2018
Our loved one is a new resident. So far, we are very pleased with the professionalism of the staff but most importantly the kindness and loving care provided to our loved one. The activities offered and dining options are awesome!
Virginia C
September 21, 2018
There are a lot of different reasons why The Hidenwood is special to me. I don't have to leave the building to enjoy great music programs. Chef Lee always has a variety of food to pick from for every meal. When I cannot decide they give me a sampling of both.
DP845673
December 26, 2017
Beautiful place, very warm and the staff are great.
Joy Grace
November 27, 2016
The Hidenwood Retirement Community feels like home when you walk through the door. Best of all you can tell everyone who works there really cares about helping Residents and Visitors. They work as a team and their passion for caregiving shines through!
George decker
November 30, 2014
The Hidenwood was a more attractive community. The rooms were a little more attractive. The menu and food was better. It had pretty much the same activities as the other facility. It also had nurses on the staff, and it had a nice area outside for people who live there to go and enjoy the outside. They had a little garden. It was very nice, and they have updated everything. They had more of a variety of rooms to choose from. They had two bedrooms, one bedroom deluxe, and also a studio. Aesthetically, I thought it was nicer.
dnf01
November 14, 2013
My Mother moved into the Hidenwood in September of 2012 at the age of 93. She passed away in her apartment at the Hidenwood in July at age 94. I was her primary care provider and I lived over 400 miles from her former residence. My Mother lived alone in her home as a widow for 15 years. Upon changing her residence to the Hidenwood along with her favorite pieces of furniture and her most cherished personal belongings, she immediately felt "at home" at the Hidenwood. My family and I were able to afford the assisted living care package for her, and although she initially rebelled at the idea of compromised independence, she came to rely on the extra personal attention from the most competent, caring and attentive personal staff my family and I could have ever hoped for. My Mother wasn't crazy about weekends at the Hidenwood because weekends, rightfully so, were more about the residents visiting with family, and since I was so far away, these became lonely times for her. But, during the week, with all the activities and movies and visits with her new friends and of course with the staff, and the busy dining room, I think the quiet weeknds were good for my Mother to finally get some rest! And maybe the best thing about the Hidenwood, at least from my seat, was the level of competence and compassion and professionalism shown by the the professional and managerial team at the Hidenwood. Their team exceeded my expectations, and I had pretty high standards and expectations when it came to my Mother's care. Looking back, my biggest regret was the serious conversation I should have had with my mother years before her life ended and to have encouraged her to consider to move into the Hidenwood much sooner than she did. As the saying goes, "if I knew then what I know now..." A five star rating is easy to offer, and I would highly recommned the Hidenwood as the care provider for your elderly loved ones and in exchange, the Hidenwood will give you comfort and peace of mind to know you did the right thing...at least that's how it worked out for me.
Visitor4920
May 14, 2013
We chose The Hidenwood Assisted Living and Retirement Community for two reasons. The location was convenient to where my brother lived and the cost was just within my mom's income. The initial visit was difficult because my mother was not ready to move in a facility yet. The staff we met was very understanding and she showed us around. We were impressed with the renovations they made. We had lunch and the food was really good. On our second visit, mom was more receptive and everyone made it a point to make her feel welcome. When she finally moved in, my brother said the nursing staff was so nice and they came in to give her medicines. Everyone just seemed accommodating. All the staff even the aids were extremely friendly and made you feel welcome. And they seemed to care for the residents genuinely. She was in a small studio and it handled everything she needed. She was happy with the space. There were a lot of activities like coffee hour every morning, crafts a couple of times a week, bingo, Scrabble, and planned trips weekly for grocery or general shopping. During holidays, they also had special events. My mom seemed happy.
Mim's Crew
Our mother has been a resident here for 3 years and we have been very satisfied with the facility and the level of care she has received. She has made so many friends and is close enough so that we can visit her often. The apartments are clean and well-kept. Maintenance issues are addressed quickly. The nursing assistance is generally good. I haven't eaten there, but she complains about the food served - usually about its preparation, such as being too spicy or over-cooked. But, that has been her only real complaint. The staff have been wonderful to all of us and they go above and beyond to offer her activities, enlist her help with setting up for events and programs, decorating, etc., This has helped make her feel needed and has kept her busy. It's been a good fit for her and we feel good about her being there.
Valerie Madison
March 20, 2013
My mother-in-law is at Hidenwood Retirement Facility. I wouldn't recommend this place though because patients just go eat and sit down. They don't have any activities. They have a gym but nobody's manning it. If they give you physical therapy, they charge you extra. Most of the workers are terrible. They don't do what they're supposed to do. A lot of times the place is nasty and crazy.
Deborah C.
April 20, 2012
It's a very nice facility. It was great and close. The proximity was wonderful. Couldn't move mom in here because they didn't have that many levels of care. My mom had dementia. Not really equipped for people with dementia or special needs. People who can feed themselves and toilet themselves would be perfect candidates for Hidenwood.
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