The Colonnades

The Colonnades stands out in the areas I find most important: vibrancy, warmth, joyful engagement, a competent and compassionate staff, value, and beauty. I also appreciate the continuity of care provided on one campus. I understand there's a waiting list, but easily manageable if you're planning ahead!

My mother was a resident here for rehab after falling ill. She was welcomed graciously and treated very well. The facility was clean, and all of the staff were very friendly. The nursing staff and therapists (occupational and physical) were amazing! Cudos, however, to Courtney Pearman for being such a huge part in my mother's recovery. Not only did she go far and above for my mother but also welcomed the entire family. She answered all of our questions and went out of her way to accommodate my mother to be sure she was comfortable. The dining area was amazing as well as the food! My mother recovered fully after completing the entire program and has returned to living on her own at 91 years of age!! I highly recommend this facility! Huge success on returning those in recovery to their home living, rather than back to a hospital!

My wife and I have lived at The Colonnades for 5-1/2 years. We have been completely satisfied with our experiences here. The greatest pleasure is an extraordinary group of fellow residents who are edducated, accomplished and have led fascinating lives. The are very welcoming, friendly and warm. A large variety of activities are offered, both in-house and out within the larger community. We consider ourselves fortunate to have found our final home here.

My parents have lived at The Colonnades for about seven years, since 2017. They moved to The Colonnades from the home they lived in for 45 years. It was a big move, but they settled in quickly and have enjoyed their time there very much. They are now in their 90s. Recently they have both had significant health issues. I am retired so my wife and I have been able to spend a lot of time there the last several months helping look after them, so we got to know the place pretty well. Overall, I have been super impressed…. The staff are very friendly and the community seems very well managed. The residents are treated very well. Everybody says hi and greets you by name when you pass them in the hallway. The folks who work in the dining room remember your favorite beverages and desserts. Etc. etc. I am impressed by how well the staff communicate amongst themselves. When my parents have issues, the staff all seem to know what’s going on with them and be ready to help. For example, my mother recently had bronchitis and had to stay in her apartment for about a week. When I pass staff members in the corridors, they all ask me how she’s doing and if she needs anything. And they are proactive about bringing her meals in her apartment, etc. The facilities are also really nice. I’m a retired builder so I have an eye for detail. The apartment floor plans are well designed. The furnishings and decor in the common areas are very high quality. Everything is very well-maintained and clean. No stains on the carpet, dust on the windowsills, or scuffs on the baseboards. I almost never see litter on the ground inside or outside the buildings. Overall it is a very pleasant place to spend time. A few more things to mention… The grounds are very nice. So for folks who are able to get out and walk, there are nice walking paths on the property. The Colonnades keeps 2 guest apartments on the property for visitors. They are both one-bedroom apartments and are priced very reasonably. This is a big help for me and my wife since we live out of state. When visiting my parents, we stay right on the property - very convenient. The on-site health clinic is staffed with two physicians, and/or nurse practitioners affiliated with UVA Health. My parents have a lot of health issues so they spend a lot of time there. The providers know them both well and provide them with excellent care. The dining room is very pleasant. Dinner in the dining room is a social experience. My parents eat in the dining room four or five nights a week. The food is generally quite good. There are generally 4or 5 items on the menu each evening, plus a soup and salad bar. Not every meal is great, but that would be too much to expect. Bottom line ~ I’m really impressed with the quality and consistency. As a former business owner, I know how hard it is to get the small details right every day. I’ve got to hand it to the folks at The Colonnades. They do a great job. I am really thankful for the seven years my parents have spent here.