The Village of Kinston

    1935 Idlewild Dr, Kinston, NC 28504
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Caring staff comfortable home-like community

    I toured this small, home-like community and felt comfortable right away. The staff are caring and attentive-daily check-ins, two wonderful caregivers, and the administrator even helped unpack my mom's things; they really became like family. Rooms are clean, roomy and quiet, dining is appetizing with varied meals and snacks, and activities are engaging. There's an outdoor area, on-site doctor and transport to appointments, and remodeling/upgrades underway. My mother-in-law adjusted well; I'd happily recommend this community.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.89·(9)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.8
    • Staff

      4.3
    • Meals

      3.6
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      3.5

    Pros

    • Family-style atmosphere
    • Small, intimate community
    • Caring, attentive staff
    • Clean, well-maintained rooms and common areas
    • Home-like memory care layout
    • On-site physician services
    • Transportation to external medical appointments
    • Outdoor common spaces
    • Recent remodels and facility upgrades
    • Three meals plus snacks daily
    • Inviting dining area and generally appetizing meals
    • Engaging activities and social programming
    • Hands-on move-in assistance and daily check-ins
    • Quiet, calm environment

    Cons

    • Intermittent staffing shortages and stretched caregiver coverage
    • Inconsistent meal quality and food satisfaction
    • Higher pricing relative to available amenities
    • Ongoing renovation-related disruption
    • Average safety protocols (adequate but not emphasized)
    • Variable fit or appeal for certain residents and families

    Summary of reviews

    The Village of Kinston is described overall as a small, family-oriented assisted living community with a home-like memory care design. Many families emphasize the intimate size and quiet atmosphere, which reviewers linked to individualized attention and a calm daily environment. The community has undergone notable remodeling and upgrades, and reviewers frequently highlight clean, roomy living spaces and appealing common areas including an outdoor space and an attractive dining area.

    Care and staffing are central strengths in many accounts. Reviewers commonly describe staff as caring, kind, and attentive; several families noted thorough move-in support, daily check-ins, and examples of staff going beyond basic duties, which contributed to residents’ smooth adjustment. The presence of on-site physician services and transportation to external doctor appointments is cited as a convenience for families managing medical needs. That said, there are recurring comments about intermittent staffing shortages. These describe moments when caregivers felt stretched thin and when responsiveness could be slower during high-demand periods, indicating variability in coverage rather than a uniform staffing model.

    Dining and programming receive mixed but generally positive remarks. The facility provides three meals and snacks; many reviewers found the dining area pleasant and meals appetizing, and management appears to be expanding menu variety. At the same time, there are mentions of inconsistent food quality and at least one expressed dissatisfaction with meals. Activities are described as engaging and varied for the community’s size—examples include group games, craft activities, and holiday-oriented projects—which supports social engagement, especially for residents in memory care.

    Facility management and operations show both strengths and trade-offs. Administrators are characterized as helpful and hands-on during admissions and move-in, and the community’s smaller scale allows for a personalized approach. Renovations and upgrades are a visible priority, improving aesthetics and services, but they also introduce temporary disruption during construction. A few families felt the pricing did not fully match the breadth of amenities they sought, suggesting the community may be a stronger fit for families prioritizing close staff relationships and a homelike setting over upscale amenity breadth.

    Notable patterns for prospective residents and families: the Village appears well suited to those who value a small, supportive community with attentive caregivers, accessible medical support, and a quiet environment. Prospective residents should ask about current staffing levels and shift coverage, sample recent menus, and clarify the timeline and impact of ongoing renovations. A tour that includes dining, activity programming, and conversation with administrative staff will help determine whether the community’s scale and amenity set align with an individual resident’s expectations and needs.

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    Location

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    The Village of Kinston is located at 1935 Idlewild Dr, Kinston, NC, 28504.

    About The Village of Kinston

    The Village Of Kinston, sometimes called Victorial Senior Care, sits in Kinston, North Carolina, and has cared for seniors since August 17, 2011, with license number HAL-054-067 from the North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services. This community offers assisted living, memory care in the Care One Memory Unit and Reflections Memory Care, and respite care for short-term stays and caregiver relief. The place helps people who want to live with support while staying as independent as possible, and it's built for residents who need non-ambulatory help, including those who need lifts or have memory loss such as Alzheimer's disease or other dementias. The memory care areas are secure and have features like alarm bracelets to keep residents safe from wandering. People who show challenging behaviors or have high care needs can often be accepted, and the staff works with personalized care plans, coordinating with doctors and other medical experts.

    Rooms in The Village Of Kinston come furnished and include private bathrooms, bath tubs, and wheelchair accessible showers, and residents can pick from one-bedroom or semi-private options. Every room has air conditioning, cable TV, telephones, and high-speed Wi-Fi. There are both indoor and outdoor common areas, including a well-stocked library, a game room, spa, fitness and wellness room, and beautifully maintained outdoor walking paths and outdoor sitting spaces where residents can host friends or relax. Residents have access to beautician services on-site, laundry, linen, and dry cleaning help, and daily housekeeping keeps the place clean. The dining services here are well known for their quality, with professional chefs preparing nutritious, tasty meals, and there are options for special diets like vegetarian, kosher, allergy-sensitive, and diabetes-friendly plates. Meals can be eaten in dining rooms-where friends and family are welcome-or by room service if preferred, and snacks are always available.

    Residents get 24-hour supervision, reminders, and help with things like bathing, grooming, dressing, eating, medication management, organizing appointments, and other daily life skills, even including simple chores like folding laundry or setting the table for those who find it meaningful. The staff handles incontinence and diabetic care and can monitor and give insulin and do blood sugar checks, though they don't always offer sliding scale therapy. Nursing, therapy from Lenoir Memorial Hospital, and a doctor on call are available as needed, along with hospice and end-of-life care. Transportation services help residents get to appointments, shopping, or outings, and there's both free transport and extra rides for a cost, plus convenient parking and easy access to bus lines for family or visitors.

    The Village Of Kinston provides a full schedule of daily activities-some led by staff and others run by residents-covering things like movie nights, music programs, spiritual devotionals, educational events, fitness sessions, and outings both on and off site, so there's a lot of choice for staying social, active, and mentally sharp. The atmosphere aims to feel private, safe, and peaceful, with friendliness and helpfulness from the staff mentioned by those who know the place, and the community prides itself on being clean and well maintained. Residents are encouraged to be as independent as possible with the right support, and the care team is always ready to help, with move-in coordination for new residents and ongoing attention to changes in care needs as time goes on.

    People often ask...

    The Village of Kinston offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,403 per month.

    The Village of Kinston offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 10 photos of The Village of Kinston on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 1935 Idlewild Dr, Kinston, NC 28504.

    No, The Village of Kinston does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In North Carolina, the Division of Health Service Regulation licenses adult care and assisted living facilities, posting annual, complaint, and follow-up inspection results.

    License number970042
    Facility typeAdult Care Home
    Capacity63 residents
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    Inspection Reports

    21

    Reports

    5

    Type A Citations

    1

    Type B Citations

    6

    Complaints

    11

    Years

    29 May 2025Follow-Up
    Concluded that all deficiencies were corrected and no further action was required.
    21 Jan 2025Follow-Up
    Found exhaust ventilation not operable in multiple spaces, including the main laundry room, housekeeping closet, SCU hopper room, and SCU Spa.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311Exhaust ventilation
    27 Jun 2024Follow-Up
    Found deficiencies in TB testing, resident supervision, medication management, and Special Care Unit staffing.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0703(a)Tuberculosis Test, Medical Exam & Immunizations
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0901(b)Personal Care and Supervision
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1002(a)Medication Orders
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1004(a)Medication Administration
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1308(b)Special Care Unit Staffing
    27 Jun 2024Follow-Up
    Identified deficiencies in TB testing, resident supervision, medication orders and administration, and Special Care Unit staffing. These issues involved multiple residents and multiple care processes.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0703(a) Tuberculosis Test, Medical Examination & ImmunizationsTuberculosis Test, Medical Examination & Immunizations
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0901 Personal Care and SupervisionPersonal Care and Supervision
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1002 Medication OrdersMedication Orders
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1004 Medication AdministrationMedication Administration
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1308(b) Special Care Unit StaffingSpecial Care Unit Staffing
    18 Apr 2024Follow-Up
    An investigation identified multiple deficiencies, including TB testing noncompliance, inadequate resident supervision, insulin administration gaps, supervised smoking issues, and medication handling problems, leading to safety concerns.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0703(a)Tuberculosis Test, Medical Examination & Immunizations
    • Type A10A NCAC 13F .0901(b)Personal Care and Supervision
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1004(a)Medication Administration
    • Type A10A NCAC 13F .1308(b)Special Care Unit Staffing
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1007 (c)Medication Disposition
    18 Apr 2024Follow-Up
    Regulators found multiple deficiencies, including failure to test TB upon admission, inadequate resident supervision, medication administration gaps, missing SCU care coordination, and improper disposal of medications.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0703(a)Tuberculosis Test, Medical Exam & Immunizations
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0901(b)Personal Care and Supervision
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1004(a)Medication Administration
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1308(b)Special Care Unit Staffing
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1007(c)Medication Disposition
    11 Mar 2022Follow-Up
    Identified several deficiencies related to housekeeping and furnishings, bathroom equipment, and hot water temperatures, with required repairs and ongoing monitoring.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306(a)(5)Housekeeping and Furnishings
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311(d)Other Requirements
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0901(a)Personal Care and Supervision
    19 Mar 2019Construction
    Identified multiple safety, sanitation, and maintenance deficiencies, including improper cylinder storage, obstructed corridors, missing handrails, and nonfunctional fire safety systems and documentation.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0302 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION (f)Must Have Current San. & Fire Safety Reports
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0305 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT (g)(2)Corridors-Handrails
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0305 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT (g)(4)Corridors-Free of Equipment and Obstructions
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306 HOUSEKEEPING AND FURNISHINGSHousekeeping-Maintained Free of Hazards
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0309 PLAN FOR EVACUATION (b)(c)(f)Fire Safety-Rehearsals on Each Shift
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311 OTHER REQUIREMENTSBuilding Equipment Maintained Safe, Operating
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311 (g)Exhaust Ventilation
    19 Mar 2019Construction
    Found multiple safety and maintenance deficiencies during a licensing review, including hazards with exits, railings, ventilation, and fire safety practices.
    • Corridors — Handrails
    • Safety risk to residents and staff
    • Operating condition / safety compliance
    • Exhaust ventilation
    • Fire safety—Rehearsals on Each Shift
    24 May 2018Inspection
    Found multiple maintenance and sanitation deficiencies, including stained surfaces, odors, and damaged areas in living spaces and bathrooms.
    24 May 2018Inspection
    Identified extensive deficiencies across housekeeping, odor control, TB testing, nutrition, medication administration, and activity programming, including several repair and safety concerns.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306(a)(1)Housekeeping And Furnishings
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306(a)(2)Housekeeping And Furnishings
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0703(a)Tuberculosis Test, Medical Examination & Immunizations
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0904(d)(3)(A)Nutrition And Food Service
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0904(e)(4)Therapeutic Diets in Adult Care Homes
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0905 (d)Activities Program
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1004(a)Medication Administration
    01 Jun 2017Follow-Up
    Found noncompliance with physical plant requirements due to lack of a centrally located manual override for magnetically locked exit doors.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0301Physical Plant Requirements - Special locking systems
    01 Jun 2017Follow-Up
    Investigated a complaint about the door locking system and related safeguards; a follow-up indicated the door system was operational.
    • Door locks/physical plant safeguards
    21 Feb 2017Construction
    Identified several safety and maintenance deficiencies related to fire safety, door hardware, and facility upkeep. Noted blocked doors, trip hazards from damaged carpet, incomplete inspections, and inadequate safety rehearsals.
    • Must Have Current Sanitation and Fire Safety Reports
    • Door/Carpet/Obstructions – Corridor Safety
    • Fire Safety - Rehearsals on Each Shift
    • General Fire/Building Maintenance
    21 Feb 2017Construction
    Identified multiple safety and maintenance deficiencies related to fire safety, emergency equipment, and building conditions.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0302Must Have Current Sanitation & Fire Safety Reports
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306Housekeeping and Furnishings
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0309Plan for Evacuation
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311Building Equipment Maintained Safe, Operating
    21 Jul 2016Construction
    Identified an ongoing bed bug problem and inadequate cleaning and maintenance of walls, ceilings, and floors leading to continued infestation.
    21 Jul 2016Construction
    Investigated a bed bug complaint and found bed bugs in multiple rooms along with floors and furnishings not kept clean or in good repair.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306Housekeeping and Furnishings
    11 May 2016Inspection
    An investigation identified multiple deficiencies in resident care, including inadequate assistance with transfers and supervision, failure to notify doctors after falls, insufficient activity programming, medication administration errors, and staffing/training gaps in the special care unit.
    • Type A10A NCAC 13F .0901(a) Personal Care and SupervisionPersonal Care and Supervision
    • Type B10A NCAC 13F .0902 (b) Health CareHealth Care
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0905 (d) Activities ProgramActivities Program
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1004 Medication AdministrationMedication Administration
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1308(a) Special Care Unit StaffSpecial Care Unit Staff
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1308(b) Special Care Unit StaffingSpecial Care Unit Staffing
    • 10A NCAC 13F .1309 Special Care Unit Staff Orientation And TrainingSpecial Care Unit Staff Orientation And Training
    • G.S. 131D-21(2) Declaration of Residents' RightsDeclaration of Residents' Rights
    • G.S. 131D-21(4) Declaration of Residents' RightsDeclaration of Residents' Rights
    11 May 2016Inspection
    Investigated and found no deficiencies.
    16 Sept 2015Construction
    Found HVAC condensing unit not operating in the Special Care Wing and an exit door with rust on the bottom, affecting comfort and safe egress.
    • Type A10A NCAC 13F .0311Building Equipment Maintained Safe, Operating
    • Type A10A NCAC 13F .0311Building Equipment Maintained Safe, Operating
    26 Aug 2015Construction
    Found deficiencies related to HVAC equipment maintenance and exit-door safety.
    • Maintenance of HVAC equipment
    • Exit doors maintained and operable

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