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Nestled amidst Newport News, Virginia’s scenic woods, and beautiful trees, The Hidenwood is a premier senior living community offering a blend of Independent Living, Assisted Living, and specialized Memory Care. The Hidenwood is more than just a residence; it’s a haven for lasting friendships, helpful neighbors, and family roots spanning decades. Residents experience exceptional hospitality, award-winning programs, and delightful cuisine prepared by an on-site chef. The spacious apartments, dedicated staff, and welcoming community make The Hidenwood Retirement Community a choice for those seeking a safe and comfortable environment, promising a true sense of home.
Within The Hidenwood, Inspiritás, their dedicated Memory Care facility, embraces residents facing cognitive challenges with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The Inspiritás program celebrates life in a secure environment that prevents wandering, featuring life havens, interactive art, and serene private gardens. Committed to compassionate senior care in Newport News, Inspiritás addresses emotional, social, physical, spiritual, and cognitive needs. Prioritizing smiles, personalized attention, and encouragement ensures residents and their families find peace of mind in a nurturing environment.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%The Hidenwood is administrated by Mr. Christopher Cook.
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.
| 24 | 32 | This facility has 25% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (24 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 25% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 4.8 | 6.4 | This facility has 25% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4.8 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 25% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.2 | 2.3 | This facility has 4% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.2 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 4% better |
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.
| 11 | 14 | This facility has 21% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (11 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 21% better |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 8 | 9 | This facility has 11% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (8 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 11% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 73% | 64% | This facility has 9 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (73% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 9% 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.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 0.8 | 1.4 | This facility has 43% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.8 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 43% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
2.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Newport News's city center to The Hidenwood's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.2 miles to nearest hospital (Riverside Regional Medical Center)
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The Hidenwood is located in Newport News, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.
| Warwick Forest |
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. | Newport News (Central Newport News) | 209
Facility
209
VA AVG
98
Rank
#18 / 371 | No |
12
Facility
12
VA AVG
44
Rank
#398 / 449 | - | - |
90.1%
Facility
90.1%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#41 / 297 | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Hidenwood |
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.
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. | Newport News (Central Newport News) | 125
Facility
125
VA AVG
98
Rank
#84 / 371 | No |
52
Facility
52
VA AVG
44
Rank
#161 / 449 | - | Mr. Christopher Cook |
70.4%
Facility
70.4%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#163 / 297 | 11 | 72.7%
Facility
72.7%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#253 / 332 | 4
Facility
4
VA AVG
7
Rank
#181 / 332 | 24
Facility
24
VA AVG
32
Rank
#210 / 332 | 2.2
Facility
2.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#221 / 332 |
| Hilton Plaza Inc. |
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.
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. | Newport News (South Newport News) | 71
Facility
71
VA AVG
98
Rank
#250 / 371 | No |
57
Facility
57
VA AVG
44
Rank
#133 / 449 | - | Ms. Nina Taylor |
81.7%
Facility
81.7%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#97 / 297 | 16 | 68.8%
Facility
68.8%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#237 / 332 | 5
Facility
5
VA AVG
7
Rank
#200 / 332 | 93
Facility
93
VA AVG
32
Rank
#314 / 332 | 5.8
Facility
5.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#313 / 332 |
| The Huntington Assisted Living |
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.
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. | Newport News (Warwick) | 52
Facility
52
VA AVG
98
Rank
#306 / 371 | Yes |
55
Facility
55
VA AVG
44
Rank
#150 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Stephen Berczek | - | 1 | 0%
Facility
0%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
32
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#1 / 332 |
| The Chesapeake |
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. | Newport News (Saunders) | 52
Facility
52
VA AVG
98
Rank
#1 / 371 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
VA AVG
44
Rank
#304 / 449 | - | - |
55.1%
Facility
55.1%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#236 / 297 | - | - | - | - | - |
The Hidenwood is in the Central Newport News neighborhood of Newport News.
The Hidenwood has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to VA state health department records, The Hidenwood's license expires on June 27, 2026.
The Hidenwood's occupancy is 70%.
Mr. Christopher Cook is the administrator of The Hidenwood.
The Hidenwood has 125 beds.
The Hidenwood has had 11 recently reported deficiencies.
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