Marian Manor Retirement Community in Virginia Beach, VA, has been a not-for-profit, nondenominational community since 1989, offering independent living, assisted living, adult day care, memory care, and home health services, and the community serves residents mostly aged 55 and older in private studio apartments or two-room suites with cozy seating areas and four-poster beds, furnished kitchenettes, walk-in closets, and designated private bathrooms, and the rooms are pet-friendly, too, which is nice if someone has a companion animal. Residents get three restaurant-style meals a day with choices for special diets like gluten-free, low sodium, vegetarian, and pureed meals, plus there's an all-inclusive utilities package, so you don't have to worry about separate bills, and a backup generator is on site for emergencies. The staff includes registered and licensed nurses on duty 24 hours a day, and there's a full emergency response system in every unit, so if something happens, help's always close by, and the medical services cover medication management, high acuity care, diabetic care, incontinence care, and hospice support, with speech, physical, and occupational therapy available in-house for both short-term and ongoing rehab needs, and even pet and personal care therapy.
Everyone gets the comfort of housekeeping and laundry services, and the building is fully handicap and wheelchair accessible, with wide, ground-floor units, cable TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, garden views, and shower access, and residents can keep busy or relax on the lovely front porch, walk the outdoor paths, spend time by the koi pond or gazebo, or take part in gardening in the outdoor spaces, and there's a library, craft and game rooms, private dining rooms for social meals, a spa on-site, and a chapel facing lakeside sunsets, plus an on-site Pastoral Counselor for spiritual needs, along with faith-based activities like Bible study and prayer groups. Security is important, so there's 24-hour controlled entry, regular patrols, and staff monitoring, which helps everyone feel safe and calm, especially at night; transportation is also provided for medical appointments, social outings, day trips, shopping, and local events, and resident parking's available, too.
The community calendar is full of activities-happy hours, ballroom dance classes, outdoor picnics, service projects, holiday celebrations, and service opportunities for residents who like to help out and give back-but of course, people can enjoy quieter moments if they like, with tranquil walking paths and a peaceful indoor chapel. The dining room is newly renovated with vaulted ceilings and nice views, and there are spaces for gatherings during special celebrations like spring festivals or cozy holiday meals.
Amenities cover almost everything someone might need, whether it's physical support through four levels of assisted living care, medication help, emotional and mental support, or just an active lifestyle and friendship; the compassionate staff works closely with each resident, encouraging independence, trust, and personal satisfaction while respecting privacy and individuality. The building is a mid-rise, close to local shopping, dining, art, and entertainment, as well as Sentara Leigh Hospital, and guests can schedule a tour or pick up a brochure to learn more about the lifestyle and comfort offered here. Marian Manor is open to people of all faiths and backgrounds, sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Richmond but not limited to any one group; it's been recognized for care in Hampton Roads and is known for focusing on resident health, happiness, and safety. Families in the area have trusted the community for years, knowing their loved ones will have access to good care with plenty of ways to stay active, make friends, and live with dignity.
