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4.0
Review for Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living
It's a very good experience. We picked this community because of the, proximity, nice facility, activities, good price in beginning. Did not appreciate the annual 8% rent increases.
About the facility Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living
At Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living, a caring management team dedicates all their time to creating an independent and active lifestyle for seniors. With access to the retirement community's culinary services, on-site activities and events, scheduled transportation, and resident travel program, residents here live a comfortable and active lifestyle.
Residents of the independent living community also find that they are close to many community amenities like grocery stores, banks, and pharmacies. There is plenty to do for seniors and their families in Chesapeake, Virginia. Locals of Chesapeake enjoy grabbing a bite to eat, shopping at the mall, or visiting a local park in their free time.
As an independent senior living community, Willow Creek offers residents a variety of community activities that encourages residents to stay active and social. Whether you enjoy exercising, playing cards, listening to music, or just socializing with neighbors, you will find plenty to do here.
Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living offers private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Each apartment has open floor plans with emergency pull cords that connect you to staff 24 hours a day.
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Pet friendly
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Independent Living
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Assisted Living, Memory Care
Amenities at Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living
Healthcare Services
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Meals & Dining
- Gluten-free
- Guest Meals
- Room Service
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Professional Chef
- Anytime Dining
- International Cuisine
- Meals Provided
Room Amenities
- Bath Tubs
- Handicap Accessible
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Air Conditioned
- Kitchenette
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Ground Floor Units
Community Amenities
On-site dining options
- Café or Bistro
- Private Dining Room
- Bar or Pub
Transportation & parking
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Complimentary Transportation
- Resident Parking Available
- Uncovered Parking
Pets
- Cats Allowed
- Pet Care Available
- Dogs Allowed
Common areas
- Beauty Salon
- Indoor Common Areas
- Computer or Media Center
- Barber Shop
- Meeting Room
- Indoor Atrium
- Outside Patio
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Private Bath
- TV Lounge
- Central Fireplace
- Library
Recreational areas
- Movie or Theater Room
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Piano or Organ
- Billiards Lounge
- Game Room
- Raised Garden Beds
- Fitness Center
Services
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Beautician
- Housekeeping
Languages spoken
- English
Activities
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Pet-focused Programs
- Wii Bowling
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Trivia Games
- Brain fitness / Dakim
- Day Trips and Outings
- Live Well Programs
- Art Classes
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Other Religious Services
- BBQs or Picnics
- Live Musical Performances
- Bible Study Group
- Birthday Parties
- Cooking Classes
- Stretching Classes
- Gardening Club
- Dances
- Intergenerational Programs
- Activities On-site
- Holiday Parties
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Activities Off-site
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A Place for Mom has scored Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living with 8.6 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living has 25 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.6 out of 5.
Overall Rating
4.6
Cleanliness
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Care Services
4.5
Staff
4.9
Meals & Dining
3.7
Activities
4.5
Value for Cost
4.3
A Place for Mom has scored Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living with 8.6 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living has 25 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.6 out of 5.
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GC - Family/friend
Independent Living
November 12, 2024
Review for Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living
It's a very good experience. We picked this community because of the, proximity, nice facility, activities, good price in beginning. Did not appreciate the annual 8% rent increases.
Michelle H - Toured community
Independent Living
November 8, 2024
Amazing service
Thanks so much all the assistance in finding my dad a new home. We are very pleased with our selection at Willow Creek in Chesapeake VA. We moved my dad in to his apartment this past Weekend. The staff have been nothing but amazing and dad is enjoying the staff, amenities and new neighbors. Thanks so much to [name removed] at A place for mom and her assistance in setting up the visits at various facilities. [name removed]also was helpful as well. We really appreciate all the help.
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
July 29, 2024
Willow Creek review, evaluation for perspective residents
Some managers are good, others are not. Most staff are good, but not paid well so they leave.
There are too many 'chef's choice' on the menu. They run out of menu items often, menu comes from headquarters in WA not local east coast. Not much fruit served. Rolls not baked well-still doughy.
Heather C - Family/friend
Independent Living
April 29, 2024
Review for Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living
From the moment we walked in, we knew this was the place to home them. The staff considers it the residents's home and tells them so. Managers live on-site so they have skin in the game as far as the operations go. I could live there myself -- and well may in a couple of decades!
anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
September 23, 2022
Tour experience
We toured with Willow Creek Gracious Retirement and found it to be an absolutely lovely facility. Unfortunately it was strictly independent living, so they did not have enough care here for my loved one.
Gary - Family/friend
Independent Living
September 21, 2022
A happy ending for my step-father
I've told people before that Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living is like living in a four star hotel.
It's very nice, very clean, and the people there are extremely friendly. They do take really good care of the people they have there. After a period of adjustment, my step-father has been very happy there. I was concerned that he wouldn't be happy going to any community after leaving his home, but he seems to enjoy it. He has made many friends and it's been pretty positive.
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
June 21, 2022
Tour of Willow Creek
I toured Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living and it was very nice; we even put a deposit down. We ultimately had to change our mind because our loved one wasn't ready for full independent living. We were right, as her level of care & needs declined shortly thereafter.
Response from Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living
June 24, 2022
Thank you for your review!
anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
June 9, 2022
friendly and helpful staff
The managers at Willow Creek have been very personable, super helpful and very knowledgeable. Based on our overall experience with them so far we would recommend them to other families.
Response from Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living
June 11, 2022
Thanks so much for your recommendation!
Robert K - Family/friend
Independent Living
September 17, 2021
Food at Willow Creek
I hear nothing good about the food. Complaints seem to fall on death ears. it was quite good but has declined over the past few years.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
September 10, 2021
Good Place for Any Senior Who is Active
There has been a turnover in staff since the my loved one moved in. Some of the activities include arts and crafts, religious activities, games, and more for the residents to choose from. There is always something to assist the residents in engaging with other residents and to keep them active.
anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
February 3, 2021
I would recommend
We chose Willow Creek because of the overall appearance of the facility, the cleanliness, and what they were able to provide. The apartment sizes here are adequate, they do have studios and 1 bedrooms available. I would tell others they are very open to talking to you and they seem to provide him everything that he needs. I would recommend to others looking.
anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
February 2, 2021
I would definitely recommend
The staff members at the community are great, and we do know they offer a lot of activities for the residents.
Norma Jackson - Family/friend
Independent Living
June 12, 2020
Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living
The kept the community clean. The staff was all very friendly, they help out with whatever is needed and are always respectful. The food and activities were good as well. Definitely a good value for the price. My mother would still be there if she didn't need a higher level of care.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
April 24, 2020
Surprisingly easy move in, no hidden cost
The staff at Willow Creek is very friendly. Residents seem to be very kind. Newer property. My father in law really likes the ice cream and coffee bar. Move in process was easy and straightforward. Costs were well laid out.
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
March 31, 2020
Smaller units and higher cost than some. It is very nice though.
Mr. Pope - Family/friend
Independent Living
October 8, 2019
Very Happy
I can't say enough about how great the management and staff are. The place is a beautiful and well maintained. With lots of activities for whatever your level of ability. Food is every good and served in a relaxed atmosphere. I am very pleased with are choice of assisted living.
757Local - Resident/client
Independent Living
November 12, 2018
Nice place to live
I would recommend, though I haven’t lived in any other senior community.
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
February 9, 2018
Hard to put my finger on why I didn't really like this place. Possibly the representative who showed me around was very sweaty. I couldn't get over it. Plus this place is right on a busy road and I don't like that.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
September 6, 2017
Feels welcome
Willow Creek Gracious Retirement Living is a beautiful community. My grandmother is doing pretty good there and settling in quite nicely. Everyone has made her feel so welcome and included which was a big help since she moved from another state. The staff is very helpful and caring. They are very welcoming to our family members when we come to visit. It is in a very convenient location and I am able to visit her every day. The meals they prepare are very good with a lot of variety and choices. There are numerous activities that she can participate in, and they also provide transportation for shopping and other excursions. She loves her room which is very nice and comfortable. The landscaping is beautiful and well-kept. We are very happy that she is doing so well here at Willow Creek.
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
August 16, 2017
My sister & I toured the community since our parents, Chesapeake natives, are currently living in FL. We were VERY pleased with the atmosphere, staff, food & cleanliness, just to mention a few. We just can't say enough about our experience. Our parents have decided to join the Willow Creek community in the fall. Needless to say... all of their VA family & friends are looking forward to visiting them at their new home & meeting their new friends.
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