First Colonial Inn
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Virginia Beach, VA

First Colonial Inn

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Virginia Beach, VA

Overview of First Colonial Inn

An 85-bed assisted living community on First Colonial Road in Virginia Beach is First Colonial Inn. The three-story residence has private rooms in a residential setting and upholds a stable 84 percent occupancy rate. The moderately walkable neighborhood has a score of 63, meaning some errands can be finished on foot alongside nearby amenities and services.

For occupants and their families, the location offers accessibility to the wider Virginia Beach community. With just over 71 residents currently living in the home, First Colonial Inn provides a mid-sized residential atmosphere relative to larger senior living facilities in the region.

State inspections by Virginia’s Department of Social Services have noted themes spanning staff certification practices, resident admission documentation processes, health care oversight protocols, and resident rights reviews as subjects of regulatory attention. First Colonial Inn operates with a data record of five years of inspection activity.

It’s suggested that prospective residents and families contact the facility directly for current information if they’re interested in learning more about specific care services, amenities, programs, pricing, or availability.

Bed community size
85-bed community Rank #193 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 193rd out of 365 homes in Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #90 / 446Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 446 homes in Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
84%
Rank #82 / 297Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 297 homes in Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 297. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
71 / 85
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
QualificationAmbulatory Only | Residential and Assisted Living Care | Special Care Unit

Ownership & Operating Entity

First Colonial Inn is administered by Tina Marin.

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Inspection History

In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 34 deficiencies 1 complaint 10 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (6% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (48% above)
• Inspection violation rate (9% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Inspections with violations (22% below)
• Total complaints (86% below)
• Complaints per year (86% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3432 This facility has 6% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (34 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 6% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.42.3 This facility has 48% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3.4 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 48% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1014 This facility has had 29% fewer total inspections than the Virginia average (10 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 29% fewer
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 79 This facility has 22% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (7 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 22% better
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 70%64% This facility has 6 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (70% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 6% worse

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 17 This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 0.21.4 This facility has 86% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.2 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 86% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • April 15, 2025 inspection found six deficiencies related to staff certification, resident admission documentation, health care oversight, and resident rights review.
  • May 16, 2023 renewal inspection identified 10 deficiencies including staff certification lapses, medication timing errors, missing resident orientation, and lack of licensed health care oversight.
  • January 27, 2025 complaint investigation into buildings and grounds was unsubstantiated with no violations found.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 3.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Virginia Beach's city center to First Colonial Inn's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.77 miles to nearest hospital (Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Virginia Beach

Info below is compiled from the VA Depts. of Social Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Marian Manor Retirement
AL
IL
RC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
145
Facility 145
VA AVG 96
Rank #49 / 365
No
51
Facility 51
VA AVG 44
Rank #167 / 446
Private RoomsMs. Karen Land 86.9% -7
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #248 / 330
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #113 / 271
2.3
Facility 2.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #167 / 271
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 96
Rank #87 / 365
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 44
Rank #192 / 446
1 BedMs. Julia Fretwell 57.5% -9
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #266 / 330
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #151 / 271
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #196 / 271
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
AL
MC
NH
Virginia Beach (Princess Anne Road)
95
Facility 95
VA AVG 96
Rank #167 / 365
No
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 44
Rank #179 / 446
-Ms. Teresa Anderson 83.2% -8
37.5%
Facility 37.5%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #84 / 330
17
Facility 17
VA AVG 32
Rank #124 / 271
2.1
Facility 2.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #153 / 271
First Colonial Inn
AL
IL
MC
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
85
Facility 85
VA AVG 96
Rank #193 / 365
Yes
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 44
Rank #90 / 446
Private RoomsTina Marin 83.5% -10
70%
Facility 70%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #243 / 330
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 32
Rank #183 / 271
3.4
Facility 3.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #220 / 271
Atlantic Shores
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Virginia Beach (Atlantic Shores Retirement Community)
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 96
Rank #300 / 365
Yes
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 44
Rank #411 / 446
1 Bed / 2 BedTripp Little 77.0% A+----

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

First Colonial Inn is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

Age 65+ or disabled
General Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
VA

Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Virginia resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
VA

Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

Age 60+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month 200% FPL
Asset Limits Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA

Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Chore services Assessments Respite (~5 days/year)

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
VA

Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Benefits
Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Equipment repair (~$250)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
VA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025) ~$50,000-$75,000/year household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000
Asset Limits Varies e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000
VA

Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption/deferral (~$500-$2,000/year depending on locality)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General VA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about First Colonial Inn

What neighborhood is First Colonial Inn in?

First Colonial Inn is in the North Virginia Beach neighborhood of Virginia Beach.

Is First Colonial Inn in a walkable area?

First Colonial Inn has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at First Colonial Inn?

First Colonial Inn's occupancy is 84%.

Are pets allowed at First Colonial Inn?

Yes, First Colonial Inn allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of First Colonial Inn?

Tina Marin is the administrator of First Colonial Inn.

How many beds does First Colonial Inn have?

First Colonial Inn has 85 beds.

Has First Colonial Inn had any deficiencies?

First Colonial Inn has had 10 reported deficiencies since 2021 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).

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