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Indulge in sunny weather and elegant community spaces at The Gardens of Virginia Beach, a cozy senior living community set in Virginia Beach, VA, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and short-term stays. Choose from a variety of well-designed studio apartments and enjoy access to an array of services, including weekly housekeeping and linen services. A dedicated and experienced team is available to support residents 24/7, ensuring them peace of mind and security.
At The Gardens of Virginia Beach, residents are guaranteed to receive the support that they require with personalized medical resources and access to various rehabilitative services, and fitness solutions. Their Bridge to Rediscovery Alzheimer’s and dementia care program provides residents dealing with memory loss access to various services, including regular health and wellness assessments, on-site nursing supervision, and 24- hour specially trained team members. Three prepared, nutritious meals a day ensures residents have the nourishment they need to stay healthy and maintain their holistic well-being.
Similar to the Virginia average: 85.7%The Gardens of Virginia Beach is administrated by Ms Kowanda Tyus.
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.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 77 | 32 | This facility has 141% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (77 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 141% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2020.
| 12.8 | 5.3 | This facility has 142% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (12.8 vs. VA avg 5.3).↑ 142% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.9 | 2.3 | This facility has 26% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.9 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 26% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 27 | 14 | This facility has 93% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (27 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 93% worse |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 23 | 9 | This facility has 156% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (23 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 156% worse |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 85% | 64% | This facility has 21 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (85% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 21% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 12 | 7 | This facility has 71% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (12 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 71% worse |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2020.
| 2 | 1.2 | This facility has 67% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2 vs. VA avg 1.2).↑ 67% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on October 9, 2025, identified a deficiency related to resident dignity during feeding, where a resident was fed while sitting on the floor without assistance or consent. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving resident care documentation, medication administration, individualized service plans, staff training, and health and safety oversight. Several complaint investigations were substantiated in part, often related to resident care and medication management, while others were unsubstantiated. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with compliance in resident care and staff practices, with no clear pattern of consistent improvement or worsening over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: 2-story
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13.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Virginia Beach's city center to The Gardens of Virginia Beach's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.07 miles to nearest hospital (Planned Parenthood - Virginia Beach Health Center)
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The Gardens of Virginia Beach is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| The Gardens of Virginia Beach |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Virginia Beach (Northwest) | 122 | Yes | 49 | Studio | Ms Kowanda Tyus | 89.3% | - | 27 | 85.2% | 12 | 77 | 2.9 |
| Arden Courts of Virginia Beach |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach) | 72 | No | 46 | Studio | Sandra Stover | 70.8% | - | 1 | - | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| Brookdale Virginia Beach |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Virginia Beach (Northwest) | 60 | No | 47 | Studio | Mrs. Natalie Hunter | 51.7% | A+ | 28 | 89.3% | 16 | 93 | 3.3 |
| Living Well Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach) | 8 | No | 20 | Studio | Tina Waring | 75.0% | - | 8 | 87.5% | 1 | 59 | 7.4 |
The Gardens of Virginia Beach is in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach.
The Gardens of Virginia Beach has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to VA state health department records, The Gardens of Virginia Beach's license expires on August 31, 2026.
The Gardens of Virginia Beach's occupancy is 89%.
Ms Kowanda Tyus is the administrator of The Gardens of Virginia Beach.
The Gardens of Virginia Beach has 122 beds.
The Gardens of Virginia Beach has had 27 recently reported deficiencies.
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