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The Hidenwood Retirement Community

50 Wellesley Drive, Newport News, VA, 23606
(757) 930-1075
125 licensed beds

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Bed capacity
125
State license
9045
Care type
Assisted living
State
VA
Facility name
The Hidenwood Retirement Community
Street address
50 Wellesley Drive
City / state / ZIP
Newport News, VA 23606
Phone
(757) 930-1075
State license #
9045

The Hidenwood Retirement Community is a licensed assisted living community in Newport News, Virginia. It is licensed for 125 beds — well above the median for assisted living communities in Virginia (60 beds).

It is one of 26 senior care facilities in Newport News and 711 assisted living communities across Virginia. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

This listing draws on state and federal public records, and was last updated on August 30, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Operator / owner
Christopher Cook
Administrator
Christopher Cook

Regulatory standing

License status
Licensed
License expires
2027-06-27

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
125
Licensed as
Assisted Living Facility
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily Open 24 hours
Compiled from Virginia Dept. of Social Services; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-30. Facilities can submit a correction.
What people say on Google.
4.690 ratings on Google
★★★★★Marcellus Engle · 2026-07-02 · via Google

“I love this community!! The atmosphere is where you would want your loved ones to be in!! The staff there are great at what they do. They polite to the guest, they go above and beyond for residents. Never seen a community like this one. If anyone is looking for a great place for their loved ones to stay look no further because this is the place you want them at!!!”

★★★★★Regina · 2023-12-31 · via Google

“My Father and I were immediately impressed by the many smiling faces that accompanied our tour. A beautiful community with knowledgeable and compassionate leaders! The nursing team took time to talk with us and Dad enjoyed his dining experience immensely!”

★★★★★Happier Travelling · 2025-10-01 · via Google

“I am so grateful for the almost 4 years that my dad was able to live at the Hidenwood. Dad passed away peacefully almost 2 weeks ago and the staff at the Hidenwood continued to deliver compassion and care to us as we cleaned out dad's room. Although everyone we encountered over the years has been exceptional, a special shout out goes to Joyce and to DeDee. Joyce worked closely with dad and he thou…”

Ratings and reviews are from Google and reflect visitor opinions, not our verification. See all reviews on Google
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Virginia Dept. of Social Services
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Last verified 2026-08-30
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