Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth is an assisted living community located in Portsmouth, Virginia, offering a range of care services to support seniors. The facility specializes in assisted living and also provides dedicated memory care services, designed to cater to residents with varying levels of cognitive impairment. The facility's secured environment is tailored specifically to accommodate individuals experiencing memory loss, ensuring their safety with features such as an enclosed courtyard and a wander guard system. Residents benefit from 12-16 hour nursing care and a home health aide available to assist with daily living activities like bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation, and dining. The community also offers comprehensive medical support with services including incontinence care, ambulatory care, diabetes management, medication management, and occupational therapy. A mental wellness program further supports residents' emotional and psychological health. Additional amenities include a barber/beauty salon and various clubs and communities, promoting an engaging and socially active lifestyle.
Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth addresses transportation needs with two main services: transportation arrangements for non-medical purposes and complimentary transportation. These services are designed to help residents maintain an active lifestyle and independence, allowing them to access medical appointments, social engagements, and other errands or leisure activities outside the facility.
Feedback from residents and their families presents a mixed view of the care at Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth. Positive comments highlight the dedication and compassion of the staff, who contribute to a supportive community atmosphere with enjoyable activities for the residents. These reviews mention satisfying experiences with the staff's attentiveness and good quality food. Conversely, other reviews note issues with facility management and express concerns about staff professionalism and high turnover, impacting care continuity. Some reviewers have faced difficulties with external departmental concerns, such as the mishandling of pharmacy expenses. Overall, resident and family experiences with the facility vary widely, capturing a diverse range of perceptions regarding staff cooperation, respect, and the quality of care provided.
Costs at this community start at $2,405 and range up to $4,332. The average price in the community is $3,887, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,836. The cost of assisted 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.