Colonial Harbor is a senior living community located in Yorktown, Virginia, and operates under Holiday by Atria. The facility offers independent living accommodations designed for older adults seeking a residential setting with maintenance-free living. Residents at Colonial Harbor have access to a variety of amenities, including prepared meals, housekeeping, transportation services, and a broad menu of social and wellness activities. The property does not provide on-site assisted living or skilled nursing care, but residents can arrange for third-party support services if additional care is required beyond what the community offers.
The care and medical support available at Colonial Harbor include on-site amenities such as a barber and beauty salon for personal grooming and self-care. Fitness programs are available, designed to support residents’ physical health and mobility through supervised group classes and individual exercise options. Medication management is not provided directly by staff, but residents can coordinate with outside home health agencies for this and other health-related services. The facility is able to accommodate residents with psychiatric issues, provided their care needs do not exceed the scope of independent living.
Colonial Harbor offers supportive services to assist residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting through arrangements with third-party care providers. These services help ensure that residents who need some support with self-care can remain in the community with appropriate outside assistance. While the facility itself is not licensed to administer direct personal or nursing care, it supports coordination with external agencies to meet these needs.
Transportation is available to residents of Colonial Harbor through complimentary services provided by the community. These services are offered for both medical and non-medical purposes, including transportation to doctor’s appointments, local errands, and community outings. The intent is to ensure residents maintain access to essential healthcare services and can participate in off-site activities that contribute to their overall well-being and independence.
Reviews indicate that Colonial Harbor is a clean and well-maintained community with a positive atmosphere. Residents and family members frequently commend the accommodating and personable staff, and the cleanliness of both private apartments and common areas is regularly noted. Community activities, social events, and wellness programs are highlighted as particularly enjoyable, with offerings such as outings, concerts, exercise classes, games, and art programs. Dining is described as restaurant-style, with three meals daily, though reviews about food quality are mixed, citing both positive feedback and occasional inconsistencies.
Communication and efforts by the staff to help new residents assimilate are appreciated by families. Some reviewers have noted areas for improvement, including management response times, policy enforcement, and aspects of the dining and maintenance services. The independent living model is clearly communicated, but some families have expressed disappointment when residents’ needs outgrew the available care. Most reviews, however, reflect satisfaction with the value, social environment, attentiveness, and peace of mind provided by the community. As of June 2024, no major changes or developments in the offerings at Colonial Harbor have been reported.
Costs at this community start at $2,325 and range up to $6,945. The average price in the community is $4,635, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,778. The cost of independent living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
