The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center

The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center is a distinguished skilled nursing facility located within the nationally recognized Warm Hearth Village, a nonprofit continuing care retirement community in Blacksburg, Virginia. Situated at 1000 Litton Lane, the Kroontje Center honors the legacy of its Dutch namesakes — early champions of aging-with-dignity in the Virginia Tech community — by upholding a deep commitment to compassionate, person-centered care. As a nonprofit corporation, Warm Hearth Village and the Kroontje Health Care Center operate with a mission grounded in service rather than profit, ensuring that the well-being of residents always comes first. The campus setting offers skilled nursing within a broader continuum of care, making it possible for residents to transition between care levels — from independent living and assisted living to skilled nursing — all within a familiar, cohesive community. Blacksburg's exceptional medical resources are a significant asset to Kroontje residents and their families. Carilion New River Valley Medical Center, a full-service acute care hospital offering emergency, surgical, cardiovascular, and specialty services, is conveniently located nearby. Virginia Tech's renowned College of Veterinary Medicine and its human health research partnerships also contribute to a community unusually attuned to health and wellness. The Warm Hearth Village campus is nestled in a residential area of Blacksburg, close to the natural beauty of the New River Valley. The Huckleberry Trail runs near the community, offering peaceful walking paths through woodlands and along the creek. Virginia Tech's campus — with the iconic Drillfield, Burruss Hall, and the Moss Arts Center — is minutes away, providing cultural programming, continuing education, and intergenerational connection that enriches life for both residents and families. Downtown Blacksburg's restaurants, coffee shops, and locally owned businesses along College Avenue make family visits enjoyable, while Christiansburg and Radford offer additional shopping and services. For families seeking skilled nursing care embedded in a vibrant, mission-driven community, the Kroontje Health Care Center represents an exceptional choice in the New River Valley.