First Colonial Inn

Independent Living & Assisted Living · Virginia Beach, VA

First Colonial Inn

Q: What neighborhood is First Colonial Inn in?

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

Q: 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.

Q: When does First Colonial Inn's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, First Colonial Inn's license expires on June 30, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at First Colonial Inn?

First Colonial Inn's occupancy is 84%.

Q: Who is the administrator of First Colonial Inn?

Tina Marin is the administrator of First Colonial Inn.

Q: How many beds does First Colonial Inn have?

First Colonial Inn has 85 beds.

Q: Has First Colonial Inn had any recent deficiencies or citations?

First Colonial Inn has had 10 recently reported deficiencies.

Independent Living & Assisted Living · Virginia Beach, VA

845 First Colonial Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 View map

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Overview of First Colonial Inn

Located on six wooded acres in the heart of Hilltop, First Colonial Inn is a serene senior living haven for seniors that captures the essence of a country inn combined with the elegance of a cruise ship. This sought-after community offers a range of living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, all designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of each resident.

As part of living at the First Colonial Inn, residents are provided three meals a day, with option to cook their own in their respective apartments. Wellness is also highly valued in this senior living community, which is why they offer wellness assessments, their signature Art of Living Well® programs, balance and mobility programs, as well as scheduled transportation to medical appointments.

(757) 996-4457

85-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 63 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

84%

Similar to the Virginia average: 85.7%

Occupied beds

71 / 85

Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusActive

ExpirationJune 30, 2026

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

First Colonial Inn is administrated by Tina Marin.

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

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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

Latest Inspection April 15, 2025 Monitoring

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	34	32	This facility has 6% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (34 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 6% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2021.	6.8	6.4	This facility has 6% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6.8 vs. VA avg 6.4).↑ 6% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	3.4	2.3	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 State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	10	14	This facility has 29% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (10 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 29% better
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	7	9	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 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 Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	1	7	This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.2	1.4	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 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.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

3.4 miles from city center 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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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).

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

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.

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

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).

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.

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

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

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.

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

Benefits

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

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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.

When does First Colonial Inn's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, First Colonial Inn's license expires on June 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at First Colonial Inn?

First Colonial Inn's occupancy is 84%.

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 recent deficiencies or citations?

First Colonial Inn has had 10 recently reported deficiencies.

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