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In terms of senior care, the term “nursing homes” is often generalized to encompass facilities that offer assisted living services, memory care services, or a combination of both. A nursing home offers 24-hour medical supervision and skilled nursing care. We do not partner with or refer to nursing homes, but if your loved one needs assistance with daily tasks or requires care for memory loss, we have seven partner facilities in Virginia Beach that could be the right fit. Virginia Beach also has unique facilities that offer a combination of assisted living, memory care, and independent living services all within one facility — which provide progressive care arrangements to their residents.

Within a 10-mile radius of Virginia Beach, we partner with seven assisted living and memory care facilities, giving seniors various options to suit their individual needs. Our comprehensive guide from A Place for Mom can help you locate your ideal housing choice. This guide has covered all the necessary information, from regulations and payment methods.

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I would give The Memory Center Virginia Beach 5 stars!! They really helped my family at our time of need! [name removed] and staff are awesome! I would recommend this facility (community) to anyone looking for memory care. Thank you for all you do!

5 / 5.0

Attentive staff; great location; safe and resident vibe throughout the property. We have significant experience with other Memory Care facilities, and this exceeds all others, while being very reasonably priced. They could use a much better procedure for visitor access into and out of the secure Mem...

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They do a wonderful job at engaging the seniors. My father is content, has picked up weight, and is far happier and pleasant to be with. The variety has been good for him I would definitely recommend Commonwealth to others

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I had a great experience visiting a friend at Bay Lake. The staff were friendly and helpful. My friend seems to be very happy here and his quality of life has improved since moving in. I would recommend...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bay Lake Community, located in Virginia Beach, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Inspiritas - Memory Care. You'll have peace of mind knowing we are a Retirement Unlimited, Inc community, family-owned and operated in Virginia with a proud 35+ year tradition of providing exceptional...
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The staff is great! There might be a couple of people having a bad day on certain days, but overall very good. Housekeeping is great. I wish they would provide toilet paper and tissues so I did not have to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the heart of Virginia Beach—one of America's premier resort towns—Atria Virginia Beach is a welcoming community with all the comforts of home. Stay active through a diverse social calendar that includes exercise classes, book discussions and educational seminars. Atria Virginia Beach...
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My wife was a resident at the Waterford of Virginia Beach. She loved her stay there, was well taken care of, and connected with residents and staff. Thank you so much!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome Home to The Waterford at Virginia Beach! We offer more than just a place to live, with our warm atmosphere and our caring staff, you will become part of our family. We offer multiple choice of meals to suite your culinary taste. Like to go to the theater? So do we, our bus can take you,...
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We chose Commonwealth Senior Living at Kings Grant House because of the location, size of facility, cleanliness of both facility and patients, and the atmosphere of the facility. They are very caring,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Commonwealth Senior Living at King's Grant House is an assisted living community located in gorgeous Virginia Beach, Virginia. Our community is surrounded by tall trees and flowers along the streets. We are in a residential area and are proud to be a part of our cozy neighborhood. Virginia Beach...
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The staff is friendly and accommodating and the housekeeping is acceptable. The move-in process was fine, no issues really. When it comes to meals, the main course is not quality, and the preparation I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Harmony at IndependenceIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Virginia Beach, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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There's a good community of people for social butterflies, there's almost always a friendly group hanging out in the lobby. The staff is friendly too. Housekeeping is good, the room isn't usually too messy...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gardens of Virginia Beach provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A Short Stay Program for seniors who need short-term care may also be...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Brookdale Virginia Beach. They are well staffed and overall, the facility has a positive energy. The staff are friendly and seem happy working there. The staff has...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they are. Your loved one will stay engaged with a gentle daily structure...
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The facility is small and does not have the feeling of an institutional operation. As you get to know staff and residence it becomes more like a family setting. We have a smaller room with a queen size bed,...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
'Daily Programs are designed to inspire purpose, invigorate healthy lifestyles and uphold the highest quality of life for residents'     At The Memory Center, we believe the challenging conditions of an aging brain should be met with a caring, interactive community designed around...
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Like all assisted living facilities it's difficult to move a love one into someone else's care. But sometimes has to be done! The staff is great at Chesapeake place- sometimes the communication is not the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Chesapeake Place Senior Living, we deliver the highest quality care and an engaging, joyful lifestyle every day. Whether you are seeking Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Respite Care for yourself or your loved one, we are ready to meet you on your life’s journey. With an incredible team of...
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The communication is excellent, they call frequently to give updates and let us know anything we need to. The room sizes are wonderful, and the food is very good. I would recommend this facility to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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The Villages of Rosemont went above and beyond with helping our mother when she was a resident here. The staff was very friendly: from housekeeping, food service and nursing. The move in process was very...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Acquired by Saber in 2020, The Villages of Rosemont offers personalized assisted living services for seniors who need extra support with daily tasks. Our community is located in a quiet neighborhood in Virginia Beach that’s perfect for residents to explore. With a nearby boardwalk, local shopping...
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The community has been in the area for a very long time. The aesthetics don't have the newer decorations like new communities, and it is a little bit on the older side for decor. I believe they should have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you are seeking a senior living community in Virginia Beach, Virginia to provide exceptional care and individualized attention to your loved one then look no further than Our Lady of Perpetual Help. We are sponsored by the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and committed to extensive assisted...
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They are great! We are very happy with them. They are clean and friendly. And they do a good job taking care of my loved one. I can breathe easy at night knowing that he is well cared for.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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There is many Care buildings in the Chesapeake area, however I find this one to be above all others. The people working there seem to actually care about my loved one and myself. Thank you for all the great...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Costs of nursing homes in the Virginia Beach area

Since nursing homes, also known as skilled nursing facilities, provide 24-hour medical care, they are typically much more expensive than facilities for more independent seniors. The average monthly cost of a semi-private room in a skilled nursing facility is $8,410. The average cost for a private room in a skilled nursing facility is $9,280.[07]

According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, assisted living costs $4,761 a month.[01] Memory care averages $4,901 per month in Virginia Beach.[01]. These prices include associated fees and care services in addition to room and board. With these costs for assisted living, you can expect that your loved one will have help with personal care, receive medication management, have mobility assistance, nutritious meals provided based on their dietary needs, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation. For memory care, your loved one will have 24-hour care from specialized staff, memory-enhancing therapy, a secure environment, and many of the other benefits of assisted living.

Average cost comparisons near Virginia Beach, VA

Average monthly costs

Virginia Beach, VA

$4,517

How people pay for a nursing home in Virginia Beach

Most seniors and their families use a combination of private finances and state funding to help pay for nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care.

Medicare or Medicaid are nearly always included in public assistance, but VA benefits are also sometimes included. You can find an overview of Virginia Beach’s private and public senior living payment options here.

Private pay methods in Virginia Beach

There are numerous payment options available to cover the cost of long-term care, like savings, pensions, Social Security benefits, investment earnings and any of the following below:

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VA benefits for nursing homes in Virginia Beach

For Virginia Beach, eligible veterans have access to the VA Aid and Attendance benefit to help with long-term care costs. The VA Aid and Attendance provides monetary assistance for medically necessary aid for daily living tasks and assisted living services for qualified veterans and their spouses who fought during wartime.

If you have questions about your or your loved one’s VA benefits eligibility, you can reach out to the VA office or a local veterans service organization (VSO). VSOs are organizations that have been vetted and recognized by the VA to help veterans navigate the benefits system. Both the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and American Legion are VSO resources in the Virginia Beach area. Veterans can also find additional resources and benefits information at the Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

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Number of veterans who live in Virginia Beach

About 34% percentage of Virginia Beach veterans are 65+

Resources for Virginia Beach veterans

Benefits offices

Virginia Department of Veterans Services
Virginia Beach – Oceana Benefits Office
1232 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 202
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Phone: 757-689-3729
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m – 4:30 p.m. (Veterans will be seen 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
Walk-in hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m – 11 a.m.
Appointments: Monday through Friday, 1 p.m – 3 p.m.

Virginia Department of Veterans Services (Regional Office)
James Monroe Building
101 N. 14th St., 17th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: 804-786-0286

Veterans Service Organizations

Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
4896 Kempsville Greens Parkway
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Phone: 757-519-9931
Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m – 2 p.m.

American Legion, Princess Anne Post 113
Phone: 757-635-1552

Virginia Beach Medicaid for nursing homes

Medicaid — called Cardinal Care in Virginia — is the health care program for low-income seniors. For those who qualify, it will cover the cost of a nursing home if it is considered medically necessary for your loved one. For those in assisted living or memory care, Medicaid won’t cover custodial care, but could provide health care services through Home and Community-Based Services waivers.

To get help with determining eligibility or the application progress, contact the Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia (the Local Area Agency on Aging covering Virginia Beach). They also have an ombudsman for answering questions and mediating existing concerns surrounding long-term care options.

Additional resources

Virginia Beach resident Medicaid resources

Cardinal Care
600 East Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: 833-522-5582
TDD: 888-221-1590
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia (Local Area Agency on Aging)
2551 Eltham Avenue., Suite Q
Norfolk, VA 23513
Phone: 757-461-9481
Fax: 757-461-1068
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Senior Advocate Ombudsman
Willie Alston
Phone: 800-766-8059

Medicare nursing home coverage in Virginia Beach

In many nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care facilities custodial care (helping with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, using the restroom, and eating) is the main type of care provided, which doesn’t always necessitate specialized training. That type of care, along with room and board, is not covered by Medicare.

Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) can cover care in a qualified skilled nursing facility (SNF) as long as it’s medically necessary and requires skilled nursing care, like changing sterile dressings. But even that coverage is limited to a short-term stay.

Medicare-covered services in a skilled nursing facility include, but aren’t limited to:

  • A semi-private room
  • Meals
  • Skilled nursing care
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech-language pathology services
  • Medical social services
  • Medications
  • Medical supplies and equipment used in the facility
  • Ambulance transportation
  • Dietary counseling[05]

To qualify for benefits, one must be 65 and older, under 65 receiving Social Security Disability benefits or an individual with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, often known as Lou Gehrig’s disease) or end-stage renal disease (permanent kidney failure that requires dialysis or a kidney transplant). To confirm your loved one’s Medicare coverage, check online, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), or talk to someone at the local Social Security Administration.

In Virginia, one of the four levels of Medicare Savings Programs may be able to assist you in paying for Medicare copays or premiums. While help covering certain medications might be found through the Virginia Medication Assistance Program (MAP). Virginia’s Program for All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE) is available to qualified individuals to bring together a care team to connect your loved one with various medical and social services.

To get help figuring out what your loved one might qualify for and how to apply, reach out to Virginia Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program (VICAP) for free counseling. Your local Area Agency on Aging can connect you with a VICAP counselor. For assistance navigating questions about long-term care options, reach out to your local ombudsman. Ombudsmen are trained to assist seniors and their families.

Virginia Beach resident Medicare resources

Apply for Medicare

Social Security Administration
2875 Sabre St., Suite 100
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Phone: 800-772-1213
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia
Ombudsman: Willie Alston
2551 Eltham Ave., Suite Q
Norfolk, Virginia 23513
Phone: 757-222-4542
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email: walston@ssseva.org

Medicare services

Offices for Aging Services (VICAP)
1610 Forest Ave., Suite 100
Henrico, VA 23229
Phone: 804-662-9333

Sentara Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Suite 260
Norfolk, VA 23502
Phone: 757-252-7800
Fax: 757-390-4375

Understand Virginia laws and regulations for nursing homes

Virginia nursing homes must be licensed by the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and meet Board of Health standards. The regulations define minimal requirements to safeguard residents’ health, safety, and welfare. Skilled nursing facilities in Virginia must meet specific standards to get a license, including completing an application process and paying the requisite fees:

  • Achieving minimal staffing requirements, including having a qualified nurse on duty 24/7
  • Offering a physically safe and secure environment for residents
  • Creating and carrying out resident care plans
  • Giving necessary medical care, like medication management and wound treatment
  • Providing an activity program designed to meet residents’ physical, social, and emotional needs
  • Conducting criminal background checks on employees and volunteers
  • Maintaining proper records and documentation[06]

The federal government regulates nursing homes in the United States through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). CMS enforces federal care standards at nursing homes using various methods.

CMS-certified nursing facilities accepting Medicare/Medicaid must comply with federal quality, staffing, and resident rights standards to receive reimbursement. CMS regularly inspects skilled nursing facilities to ensure compliance with federal standards, including quality of care, safety, cleanliness, staff numbers, and the adequacy of personnel numbers.

Nursing homes must report certain quality measures, like fall and pressure ulcer rates among residents, to CMS. CMS uses this data to spot service gaps and can penalize non-compliant nursing homes — these penalties include fines, payment refusal, or even Medicare/Medicaid participation termination.

The federal government doesn’t establish requirements for independent living or assisted living facilities. Individual states regulate these facilities, including building and safety rules. The Virginia Department of Health’s Office of Licensure and Certification licenses and regulates assisted living and memory care facilities in Virginia Beach. Memory care — referred to as a special care unit in Virginia — falls under assisted living with additional care requirements and, as a subset of assisted living, follows its legislation.

The Virginia Department of Health regularly inspects facilities to ensure they comply with licensing standards and regulations. Failing to meet these requirements results in VDH investigation and enforcement. Virginia’s Department of Health website provides inspection records for the state. You will have to search for standalone memory care facilities as a special care unit.

Virginia Department of Health contact information

Virginia Department of Health
109 Governor Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
Phone Number: 800-533-4148

COVID-19 regulations for Virginia Beach nursing homes

The CDC and the Virginia Department of Health both advise seniors to maintain their vaccination status. Anybody who took their second dose more than six months ago, is 65 years of age or older, has underlying medical conditions, or works in high-risk areas is eligible for a free booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at the Norfolk site.[03]

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Vaccinations. Facility staff must be immunized against COVID-19 to receive federal Medicare and Medicaid funding.

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Masking. Visitors do not need to wear masks. If they’ve been in contact with someone who has COVID-19, it is recommended they mask for 10 days.

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Facility cleanliness. Personnel should follow basic hygiene practices such as hand washing and disinfecting surfaces.

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Staff safety. Employees should be tested if they have come into touch with infected people or exhibit symptoms.

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CDC guidelines. Improve ventilation in enclosed spaces, keep up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, and avoid those who may have been infected.

Get to know senior living in Virginia Beach

7Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
4.1/5.0 average in-network rating
86% of communities offer pet-friendly services
100% of these/in-network/partner communities in market offer on-site activities
57% of communities in market offer on-site physician or comparable
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Number of people we have referred in market
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Average age of resident we have referred in market
Gender split: 62% female

What to expect from nursing homes in Virginia Beach

If you’re thinking about placing a loved one in a nursing home in Virginia Beach, remember that the term “nursing home” is often used generally to cover many care types. While we don’t partner with nursing homes, here’s a guide to assisted living and memory care in Virginia Beach.

Assisted living and memory care

Within a 10-mile radius of downtown Virginia Beach, there are seven in-network facilities that offer assisted living or memory care. One is a stand-alone assisted living facility, one is a stand-alone memory care facility, three are combo assisted living/memory care facilities, and two are combo assisted living/memory care/independent living facilities.

If you widen your search to a 25-mile radius of Virginia Beach, there are 21 more facilities to choose from: 12 assisted living/memory care combinations and even four facilities that offer assisted living, memory care, and independent living services all in one.

Facilities that offer care from independent living all the way to memory care are very valuable options if your loved one would like to stay in one place and transition to more intensive care as they require it.

Help with memory loss

Memory care facilities provide specialist staff to accommodate memory loss patients along with their medical management. They also have someone awake 24/7 to ensure your loved one’s safety. With multiple indoor and outdoor areas, seniors can enjoy getting out and about in a secure environment. Special activities are also planned that are specifically tailored to people with memory impairments.

Amenities for everyone

Activity directors can be found in almost all of our partner facilities, and that means there will be no shortage of things to do from onsite activities to planned group outings. Bingo, trivia games, painting, parties, and religious services are just a few things your loved one can look forward to. Plenty of common spaces are provided for socialization from places to shoot pool to quiet libraries to movie rooms.

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Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Virginia Beach

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Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Virginia Beach population

Median annual income for Virginia Beach seniors 65 and older

Health care for seniors in Virginia Beach

Residents of Virginia Beach have easy access to high-quality medical care that supports the environment of elderly citizens with disabilities and works to avoid illness. You can find everything you need to lead a healthy life, from specialty hospitals and clinics to options for home health care.

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Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital offers routine general surgical and medical care in Virginia Beach. It also has high ratings in eight adult treatments and diseases.

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Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center is a general medical and surgical facility in Chesapeake, Virginia. It has excellent reviews for seven adult treatments and conditions.

Transportation for seniors in Virginia Beach

Most residents rely on the free transportation provided at all our partner assisted living and memory care facilities. But if a friend or family member comes to visit, there are some other options for getting around.

If you want to get into nearby Norfolk and back again, check out the light rail. For getting around Virginia Beach, there is a public bus system, too. Hampton Roads Transit’s (HRT) Paratransit services provide door-to-door transportation for seniors with disabilities or mobility issues.

The Senior Services Transportation Program offers low-cost shuttle services for seniors 60 and over and disabled individuals of all ages in addition to public transit. The program operates on a first-come, first-served basis and needs advance registration. The customized timetable is designed to provide dependable transportation services to seniors.

Senior activities in Virginia Beach

It’s nice to take your loved one out to enjoy the outdoors or find some entertainment, despite all the great activities provided by assisted living and memory care facilities.

Virginia Beach features a lot of natural beauty, so getting out and taking in some fresh coastal air can be enjoyable. The Virginia Beach Boardwalk is completely accessible and offers spectacular beach views. Seniors can pass the time by watching folks go about their business while eating and drinking or visit the boardwalk with their families.

If you want a more picturesque viewpoint, First Landing State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge feature wheelchair-accessible nature trails.

Those looking for a more interactive experience can visit the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center which has marine animal exhibits, touch tanks, and educational events. Senior citizens have access to ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms in the center.

The Military Aviation Museum is a must visit spot for seniors and families who are interested in aviation history. With some exhibitions only being displayed for a limited time, there’s always something new to see.

The Norfolk Botanical Garden appears to be the ideal destination for relaxation, with its accessible strolling trails and lovely floral displays. The sights, sounds, and smells of a garden can be comforting to the elderly.

The Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs Department offers a wide range of cultural activities for seniors, like concerts, theatrical performances, and art exhibits. The majority of programs at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts and the Virginia Museum of Modern Art are either free or inexpensive.

Frequently Asked Questions

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References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. Brown, H. (2019, August 5). Federal and State Regulations in Assisted Living – PCALIC – Personal Care and Assisted Living Insurance Center. PCALIC – Personal Care and Assisted Living Insurance Center. https://pcalic.com/federal-and-state-regulations-in-assisted-living/

  3. Virginia Department of Health Opens Community Vaccination Center for Booster Shots, VBgov.com – City of Virginia Beach. (n.d.) https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/communications-office/citypage/Pages/State-CVC-Booster.aspx

  4. Local nursing homes respond to the federal requirement to vaccinate staff. (2021, August 19). News 3 WTKR Norfolk. https://www.wtkr.com/news/local-nursing-homes-respond-to-federal-requirement-to-vaccinate-staff

  5. Skilled nursing care facility (SNF) care. (n.d.). Medicare.gov. https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/skilled-nursing-facility-snf-care

  6. Code of Virginia. (n.d.). Article 1. Hospital and Nursing Home Licensure and Inspection. Virginia Law. https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacodefull/title32.1/chapter5/article1/

  7. Genworth Financial. (2023). Cost of Care Survey.

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A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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Brown, H. (2019, August 5). Federal and State Regulations in Assisted Living – PCALIC – Personal Care and Assisted Living Insurance Center. PCALIC – Personal Care and Assisted Living Insurance Center. https://pcalic.com/federal-and-state-regulations-in-assisted-living/

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Virginia Department of Health Opens Community Vaccination Center for Booster Shots, VBgov.com – City of Virginia Beach. (n.d.) https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/communications-office/citypage/Pages/State-CVC-Booster.aspx

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Local nursing homes respond to the federal requirement to vaccinate staff. (2021, August 19). News 3 WTKR Norfolk. https://www.wtkr.com/news/local-nursing-homes-respond-to-federal-requirement-to-vaccinate-staff

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Skilled nursing care facility (SNF) care. (n.d.). Medicare.gov. https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/skilled-nursing-facility-snf-care

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Code of Virginia. (n.d.). Article 1. Hospital and Nursing Home Licensure and Inspection. Virginia Law. https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacodefull/title32.1/chapter5/article1/

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Genworth Financial. (2023). Cost of Care Survey.