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The Gardens of Virginia Beach

5620 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455 ·

  • Assisted Living · Memory Care
7.3Community score(0 reviews)Write a review

For pricing and availability(855) 866-7661
For residents and staff(757) 499-4800

Page info provided by: Sharon S. · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

About The Gardens of Virginia Beach

The Gardens of Virginia Beach is an Assisted Living community in the Virginia Beach area that also offers Memory Care. Costs for this community start at $3,400/mo, which is lower than the cost of care in the Virginia Beach area of $4,690/mo.

The Gardens of Virginia Beach provides inviting spaces, delicious meals, and transportation to the boardwalk, waterfront parks, and local shops. Rates start at $3800 per month, depending on apartment style and level of care.

About The Gardens of Virginia Beach

The Gardens of Virginia Beach is an Assisted Living community in the Virginia Beach area that also offers Memory Care. Costs for this community start at $3,400/mo, which is lower than the cost of care in the Virginia Beach area of $4,690/mo.

The Gardens of Virginia Beach provides inviting spaces, delicious meals, and transportation to the boardwalk, waterfront parks, and local shops. Rates start at $3800 per month, depending on apartment style and level of care.

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About Sinceri Senior Living

Average Rating

3.5 (64 reviews)

Sinceri Senior Living is a large operator of senior living communities that specialize in independent living, assisted living, and memory care. CEO Chris Belford has deep roots in senior living, having worked for leading senior living providers for over 15 years. He is also the recipient of the 2023 McKnight's Senior Living Pinnacle Award, honoring thought leaders in the senior living space. 

The company's mission is rooted in honoring the aging process and providing exceptional care and service to residents and their families. Founded in 1988, and boasting 38 years of experience, Sinceri operates 138 communities in 21 states. A family-founded organization, Sinceri has even earned multiple employer awards; as a Great Place to Work and Forbes America's Best Midsize Employer. Dedicated to providing seniors with the best possible living options, Sinceri makes the process of finding senior living as easy and stress-free as possible.

Pricing for The Gardens of Virginia Beach

Pricing starts from

$3,400/mo

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Reviews for The Gardens of Virginia Beach

7.3

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7.3

CareScout Community Score

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The CareScout Community Score is calculated using our proprietary rating system, created to help families make well-informed choices about senior living options. This score is determined using a comprehensive set of criteria, including sentiment analysis of online ratings and reviews, user-submitted feedback on CareScout.com, completeness of the community profile, input from employees and local advisors, a community's contracted status with CareScout, and the frequency of visits to the community's website and location. Communities can earn a maximum score of 10.

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What families are saying

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The Gardens of Virginia Beach receives mixed reviews from residents and their families. Many praise the facility for its friendly and compassionate staff, particularly highlighting Wendy Williams for her exceptional assistance and dedication. The environment is often described as welcoming, homey, and well-maintained, with a variety of activities available for residents. Several reviewers appreciate the smooth transition process and the staff's efforts to accommodate individual needs, providing peace of mind to families. However, some reviews point out areas for improvement, such as food quality and staff communication. Concerns about understaffing, particularly with temporary workers, and inconsistent care are mentioned, with some residents experiencing issues like delayed assistance and unmet dietary needs. A few reviews highlight negative experiences with management and administration, citing unresponsiveness and rudeness. Despite these concerns, many families express satisfaction with the care provided, noting that their loved ones are happy and well-cared for. The facility's location, cleanliness, and reasonable pricing are additional positives mentioned by reviewers. Overall, while The Gardens of Virginia Beach is praised for its caring staff and pleasant environment, there are areas where improvements could enhance the experience for residents and their families.

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Care offered at The Gardens of Virginia Beach

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care

Care services

  • Specialized memory care programmingSensory-based programs
  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • Dementia care
  • Dementia waiver
  • Medication management
  • 24-hour supervision

Care services at The Gardens of Virginia Beach

  • Specialized memory care programmingSensory-based programs
  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • Dementia care
  • Dementia waiver
  • Medication management
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers
  • Caregivers languages spokenEnglish
  • Diabetes care
  • Incontinence care
  • Non-ambulatory care
  • Hospice waiver
  • 24-hour call system
  • 12-16 hour nursing
  • Coordination with health care providers
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Cognitive learning center

Amenities The Gardens of Virginia Beach

  • Cable TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Climate control
  • Furnished
  • Telephone in room
  • Private bathroom
  • Wi-Fi and internet access
  • Day trips
  • Community-sponsored activitiesBible study group, Bridge club, Happy hour, Holiday parties, Dances, Book club, Live well programs, Walking club, Trivia games, Birthday parties, Garden club, Resident band or musicians, Choir / singing club, Wine tasting, Karaoke, Cards / pinochle club, Live music events
  • Arts room

Amenities The Gardens of Virginia Beach

  • Cable TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Climate control
  • Furnished
  • Telephone in room
  • Private bathroom
  • Wi-Fi and internet access
  • Day trips
  • Community-sponsored activitiesBible study group, Bridge club, Happy hour, Holiday parties, Dances, Book club, Live well programs, Walking club, Trivia games, Birthday parties, Garden club, Resident band or musicians, Choir / singing club, Wine tasting, Karaoke, Cards / pinochle club, Live music events
  • Arts room
  • Scheduled daily activities
  • Fitness room
  • Transportation and parking
  • Volunteer programs
  • Library
  • Movie room
  • Game room
  • Music program
  • Emergency alert system
  • Walking paths
  • Fitness programsYoga / Chair Yoga, Stretching Classes
  • Business room
  • Outdoor programs
  • Garden
  • Activity room
  • Resident run activities
  • Movie nights
  • Outdoor common space
  • Spa / sauna / wellness room
  • Faith BasedCatholic services, Christian services
  • Move in coordination
  • Laundry
  • Family support services
  • Housekeeping
  • Continuing learning experience
  • Concierge
  • Pureed meals
  • All day dining
  • Dining room
  • Professional chef
  • Low sodium
  • International cuisine
  • Gluten free
  • Grill
  • Restaurant style dining
  • Café/bistro
  • Diabetes diet
  • Allergy sensitive
  • Vegetarian

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