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Bickford of Virginia Beach

2629 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach, VA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

3.018 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Bickford of Virginia Beach

If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its excellence, ensures your loved one gets the best proactive care. The results speak for themselves — our resident happiness scores are double the industry average. Get your loved one on the HigherPath Many assisted living facilities seem similar. But Bickford’s nationally recognized senior health model is taking the road less traveled and championing a higher standard of senior care. An interdisciplinary care team will ensure your loved one is getting whatever proactive interventions they need to stay on a higher path. On-site primary care High-performing care network Interdisciplinary care meetings Integrated health records Outcome-focused technology Created to care for our family. Devoted to serving yours. Bickford was founded in 1991 to care for our own mother. What started out as a family need has blossomed into our life’s work. We’re still family-owned and operated today. Support in a home-like environment Your loved one deserves to focus on what matters most — living the best life possible. Whatever care needs they have, we’re here to help. Bread Basket Scratch Kitchen - This isn’t “institutional food.” They’ll get three meals a day from our scratch kitchen — good as home can be. Daily Activities - Choose your fun every day, with options like exercise, guitar sessions, happy hour, and much, much more. Pet Friendly - Know your loved one and their pet are thriving together. We provide assistance with all pet care needs, including feeding, litter box, and outdoor time. Resident Monitoring System - Never worry that mom could end up somewhere unsafe. Transportation Services - Rest easy knowing your loved one can get anywhere they need to go, safely and hassle-free. Medication Management - Twenty different pills per day? No problem. Assistance with Activities of Daily Living - Whatever it takes to give your loved one their dignity, choice, and independence. Maintenance-Free Living - Housekeeping, laundry, home maintenance — no more! (And yes, we’ll even help with the TV remote.) Dementia Programming - All Bickford caregivers consistently receive advanced training in dementia care. Spiritual Care - Most senior living communities rely on volunteers for spiritual care. Not us. We partner with MarketPlace Chaplains to provide reliable, consistent, professional support. Help your loved one age gracefully in 3 easy steps Visit us. Come in for a tour with one of our Family Advocates. We’ll start by listening so we can understand your loved one’s unique situation. We know what’s at stake and we’re ready to do whatever it takes. Choose a HigherPath. The status quo isn’t good enough. Your loved one deserves better. With our proprietary HigherPath senior health model, we can help your loved one live happier, healthier — longer. Cherish your time together. These years are meant to be golden. With your loved one living their best life possible, you can savor every moment. Meals, milestones, memories — enjoy them all.

Family and resident feedback

3.0 out of 5 from 18 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

This was the first facility that we looked at. And the bar was set extremely high. It is so beautiful there and everyone is so friendly. We still have a few others to look at, but Bickford Still Remains our number one choice.

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Valerie R FarabaughJune 28, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Beautifully kept. Residents seemed contented. Saw medium sized apts. Although very small, they had windows, walk-in shower, and room enough to keep items of use close at hand.

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3.0 / 5
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Edith KApril 20, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

As soon as I entered the building it felt like home. The atmosphere is very cozy and relaxed. The facility is clean, light and airy. All of the staff members I met were knowledgeable, friendly, and expressed genuine care and compassion for what they were doing. The Bickford House is at the top of my list for my loved one.

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5.0 / 5
Susan CannonFebruary 3, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Bickford VA Beach Experience

All 5s. My mom has a wheat allergy and they have accommodated that well. She also takes a number of supplements prescribed by a doctor, but not prescriptions. They worked with us to manage that as well. Frequent communication and everyone is always so nice!

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

We are so pleased that your loved one is doing so well at Bickford. Thank you for trusting us with their care and allowing them to be part of our family.

April 2, 2025
LisaMarch 31, 2025

★★★★

Critical

Awful

Relative was in memory care. Staff turn over was way too much and many times I visited the staff were standing around and on their phones. Relative’s clothes came back from laundry and mostly not hers. Sizes would not fit and belonged to someone else. I would find deep scratches and bruises on arms and hands and no one answered how they were there. The woman who runs the place keeps a loud barking dog in her office! My advice to anyone looking there is to turn around and run!!!

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3.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
1.0 / 5
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2.0 / 5
Activities
2.0 / 5
Staff
1.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for your honest feedback. We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please know this is not the standard of care our residents and families have come to expect from us. Will you please call us at 855-254-5010 so we can learn more about your experience? Thank you.

December 6, 2024
Sam JOctober 9, 2024

★★★★

Critical

Disappointments

We admitted our family member with a diagnosis of dementia and tests from a neuropsychologist. Later, we were informed the dementia was a problem, the deceptive sales pitch promised alot. Constantly understaffed and price gouging are common. The best part was the key fab. Also, they charge a daily rate but do substantially less activities/services on the weekends. The completely subjective process of evaluating your monthly services is unethical because they are short staffed and can't deliver the care that they up

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2.0 / 5
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3.0 / 5
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1.0 / 5
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1.0 / 5
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3.0 / 5
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1.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi, Thank you for your honest feedback. We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please know this is not the standard of care our residents and families have come to expect from us. Will you please call us at 855-254-5010 so we can learn more about your experience? Thank you.

December 19, 2023
AnonymousDecember 16, 2023

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Pureed Meals
  • Room Service
  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Meals Provided
  • Kosher
  • Vegetarian

Health & wellness

  • Memory Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Happy Hour
  • Wine Tasting
  • Dances
  • Holiday Parties
  • Catholic Services
  • Walking Club
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Christian Services
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities On-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Community Service Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Birthday Parties
  • Trivia Games
  • Cooking Club
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Protestant Services
  • Gardening Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Art Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Current Events Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Montessori Programs
  • Cooking Classes
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Karaoke
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Bible Study Group
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Outdoor spaces

  • Beauty Salon
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Central Fireplace
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Outside Patio
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Piano or Organ

Apartment & room features

  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Kitchenette

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