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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Virginia Beach, VA

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Virginia Beach is more than just a coastal city with beautiful beaches. It offers a range of communities and beaches, each with its own character. Whether your loved one prefers a vibrant beachfront or a local food scene, there’s something for everyone. The city also has family-friendly attractions like the Virginia Aquarium and Norfolk Botanical Garden, perfect for seniors looking for leisure activities.

Virginia Beach’s memory care facilities provide customized exercises and therapies to reduce confusion and agitation among residents. Virginia Beach’s memory care communities offer a secure environment with skilled employees providing security and supervision.

With 6 memory care facilities within a 10-mile radius of Virginia Beach’s downtown, seniors have various options to fit their particular needs and requirements. Whether you’re looking for luxurious or more modest dwellings, this comprehensive guide from A Place for Mom can help you find your ideal housing option. This guide covers everything from costs to rules and regulations to senior activities and offers information on memory care facilities in the local area and senior-specific local resources.

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5 / 5.0

Very concerned to find a place Mom would be comfortable and cared for. Churchland House has fulfilled our entire wish list. The staff is so helpful and kind. The food is exceptional with white tablecloth dining. Optional services include laundry, which really helps since she is not close by. They ha...

5 / 5.0

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

I would highly recommend it. My best friend recently had her loved one move into this community, and we both love it for our loved ones. The community is on the newer side, and it is beautiful. They have several activities, and my loved on participates in the happy hour, that occurs three times a we...

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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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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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
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.
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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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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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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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
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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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.

Costs of memory care in the Virginia Beach area

Memory care facilities cost an average of $4,901 per month in Virginia Beach.[01]. This figure includes access to amenities and includes service fees.

Some memory care residences may charge an admittance fee, and the entire cost varies depending on location, floor design, extra services (such as outsourced treatment programs), and additional services.

This chart below represents the average cost without taking into account the fees that are included in our figure above.

Average cost comparisons near Virginia Beach, VA

Average monthly costs

Virginia Beach, VA

$4,514

How people pay for memory care in Virginia Beach

In Virginia Beach, there are several financing options for memory care, including private funds, state funds, and veterans benefits. Seniors and their families can select from a number of payment alternatives to meet their specific needs.

Here you can find information on Medicare and Medicaid resources for seniors, various private pay choices, VA benefits, and other relevant information.

Private pay methods in Virginia Beach

In Virginia, there are many different pay methods with income options, including savings, pensions, Social Security payouts, investment returns, long-term insurance and any of the following.

VA benefits for memory care in Virginia Beach

Veterans have options that might help them pay for memory care. The VA Assistance and Attendance benefit may be available to qualified veterans and spouses who served during a certain time of war and require assistance with daily living activities.

If you have questions about your loved one’s benefits or eligibility to receive benefits, reach out to a VA-vetted and -recognized veterans services officer. They can help you navigate the VA benefits system and access local resources. There are many servicing the Virginia Beach area and can often be found through Veterans Services Organizations. These organizations include American Legion’s Princess Anne Post 113 and Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Both of these organizations offer resources to senior veterans.

Because the application and approval processes are lengthy and demanding, it’s recommended practice to get assistance from the resources listed below before applying.

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Number of veterans who live in Virginia beach

Percentage of Virginia Beach veterans that are 75+

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. to 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 memory care

In Virginia, Cardinal Care is the name of the local Medicaid program. Medicaid is a health care program for low-income older adults who struggle to cover health care costs. Depending on the type of care and the person’s income, it does pay for some or all of the care. It does not, however, cover room and board fees in memory care facilities.

Home and Community-Based Services waivers can cover some care costs for seniors in memory care. Although it is a federal program, remember that the advantages differ by state. Detailed information on waivers can found here.

If you’re looking for guidance about long-term care, you can reach out to the Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia and your local ombudsman. An ombudsman is someone that is trained to guide seniors and their caregivers through questions about long-term care and can mediate issues with providers.

There are three options for applying:

  • Apply online via  www.commonhelp.virginia.gov.
  • Call 1-833-5CALLVA. The hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
  • Deliver a printed application to your local Department of Social Services.

Virginia Beach resident Medicaid resources

Apply for Medicaid

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 Ave., 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

State Medicaid Information
Medicare

Medicare is a government health insurance program for adults 65 and older receiving Social Security retirement benefits or those younger than 65 receiving Social Security disability payments for at least 24 months. If the individual with Alzheimer’s or dementia is a Medicare beneficiary, Medicare will cover some, but not all, care costs.

Medicare doesn’t cover the costs associated with assisted living for people with dementia. If  a loved one is admitted to a memory care unit, Medicare may, however, pay for some of the medically necessary costs of that care, which is different from help with general activities of daily living.

Medicare may assist in paying for various services such as inpatient hospital care, physician costs, some medically essential products, and short-term skilled nursing care for up to 100 days. Several prescription medicines are also covered by Medicare Part D. Some hospice care, whether provided at home, in a skilled nursing facility, or an inpatient hospice facility, may also be funded. Your loved one might also be able to get medication help from the Virginia Medication Assistance Program (MAP).

Your loved one may also be eligible to participate in the Medicare Advantage Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Model. This program provides additional benefits, lower cost sharing, and more flexible plans to subscribers with chronic diseases (such as dementia) from Medicare Advantage providers.[02]

To confirm Medicare coverage, go to medicare.gov, contact 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), or travel to the nearest Social Security Administration office.

One of Virginia’s four Medicare Savings Programs might help you pay for Medicare premiums and copayments. The Program for All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE) can help with health care needs for those who qualify. The Virginia Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program (VICAP) in Virginia Beach provides free private counseling and help to Medicare recipients. Contact your local Area Agency on Aging to find a VICAP counselor in your region. You can also contact your local ombudsman with questions about Medicare and long-term care.

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

Medicare application assistance

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

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

Medicare programs

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

Virginia Medication Assistance Program
Virginia Department of Public Health
4452 Corporation Lane
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Phone: 757-518-2700

Understand Virginia Beach laws and regulations for memory care facilities

The Virginia Department of Social Services requires memory care facilities to be licensed. Memory care facilities are classified as assisted living facilities in Virginia and are governed by the standards of the Assisted Living Facility (ALF).

The ALF regulations cover staffing requirements, medication management, patient assessments, and resident care plans. The requirements are intended to ensure that memory care facilities give people with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease a safe and secure environment.

To be licensed, memory care facilities in Virginia must meet these specific standards, including completing an application process and paying the required fees.

  • Quantity of workers. Memory care facilities in Virginia must have enough staff to care for residents. At least one staff member must always be awake and on duty, and a licensed nurse must be on hand to provide care.
  • Regularly revised care plans. The facilities must conduct initial and ongoing assessments of each patient to identify their care needs and build a care plan. The care plan must be reviewed and revised regularly.
  • Address specific needs. Memory care institutions must give appropriate care to each person based on their specific needs. This involves support with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, grooming, medication management, and other health care needs.
  • Safe environment. Memory care communities must provide residents with a physically safe and secure environment. This includes taking steps to minimize wandering.
  • Activities. These institutions must provide an activity program tailored to the needs of residents with memory impairment. The activities should be tailored to the abilities and interests of each person.
  • Trained in memory care. Memory care facilities in Virginia must verify that their staff is properly trained to care for residents with memory impairment. This involves instruction on managing problematic behaviors, providing proper care, and identifying indicators of cognitive loss.
  • Background checks. To guarantee the safety of residents, memory care facilities in Virginia must conduct criminal background checks on all staff and volunteers.
  • Records. Lastly, they must keep detailed resident care records, medication administration, and other important information.[05]

Memory care facilities in Virginia are subject to frequent inspections to verify that they continue to meet licensing standards and ALF laws. You can see inspection reports on the VA’s Department of Social Services website.

Virginia Department of Health contact information

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

COVID-19 regulations for Virginia Beach memory care facilities

The CDC and the Virginia Department of Health advise staying up-to-date with vaccines to avoid fatal illnesses, hospital stays, and serious diseases. A free booster dosage of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccination is available at Norfolk for anyone who received their second dose more than six months ago, is 65 or older, has underlying medical issues, or works in high-risk environments.[03]

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Vaccinations. To receive federal Medicare and Medicaid funds, facility personnel must be vaccinated against COVID-19

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Masking. Visitors do not have to use masks unless they have COVID-19 symptoms

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Facility cleanliness. Basic hygiene procedures such as handwashing and surface disinfection should be practiced by staff

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Get to know memory care in Virginia Beach

6Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
4.3/5.0 average in-network rating
100% of communities offer pet-friendly services
100% of these/in-network/partner communities in market offer on-site activities
67% of communities in market offer on-site physician or comparable
33% of communities in market offer Hoyer lifts
2029
Number of people we have referred to our in-market/partner communities in Virginia Beach
81
Average age of resident we have referred to in-market/partner communities in Virginia Beach
Gender split: 62% female

What to expect from memory care living in Virginia Beach

Memory care facilities offer specialized staff for seniors with cognitive needs as well as help with daily activities.

Safe and secure environment

All memory care facilities in Virginia Beach in A Place For Mom’s network have someone on staff who is awake at all times. All staff have been specially trained to assist people with memory loss. Enclosed outdoor spaces are available to be safely enjoyed at all facilities. Additionally, 21% of our memory care facilities offer monitoring devices that detect wandering. This allows your loved one to have as much freedom as possible, while still maintaining safety as someone will be alerted if your loved one tried to move out of a secure area.

Aging-in-place options

Within a 10-mile radius Virginia Beach’s center are six in-network memory care facilities, three of which combine assisted living and memory care, while one offers solely memory care. Two of them combine assisted living with independent living and memory care. These categories of care can be very enticing for caregivers in the area if your loved one is more independent now but may need more assistance over time.

Expanding out to a 25-mile radius, you have even more options. There are three stand-alone facilities, 12 combo assisted living and memory care, and four combo assisted living and independent living and memory care facilities available.

Amenities and options

Nearly all our partner facilities have an activity director to make sure your loved one has something interesting to do. With a beautician at all of our facilities, getting some pampering is easy, too. There are also plenty of places to enjoy socialization, such as TV rooms, libraries, or other common areas.

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Unfamiliar with Virginia Beach? Highlights for seniors

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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

Virginia Beach residents have easy access to high-quality medical care to help your loved one when they need care outside of their memory care facility.

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Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital provides general surgical and medical care in Virginia Beach. Furthermore, it has high ratings in eight adult treatments and conditions.

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Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

The general medical and surgical institution, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, is in Chesapeake, Virginia. It ranks high in seven adult treatments and situations.

Transportation for seniors in Virginia Beach

There are transportation choices for seniors with dementia in Virginia Beach, including public transit systems tailored to suit the requirements of those with disabilities and cognitive impairments. If headed to a medical appointment, residents can use transportation services through the hospital or their memory care facility. Complimentary transportation services for residents are available at nearly all facilities.[01] This is the best option for memory care residents to ensure that residents are always attended to during travel.

If your loved one has a personal care attendant and you are looking for public transportation, the city also offers transportation services through the Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) website. This comprises buses and light rail service between Virginia Beach and Norfolk.

Those with disabilities, especially those with dementia, are eligible for HRT’s paratransit service, which provides door-to-door service. Elders with dementia—or otherwise receiving memory care—should always ride with a personal care attendant. Personal care attendants are allowed to ride free while attending to a senior.

HRT buses also have elements that can aid people with dementia and other disabilities, such as easy-to-read signage and announcements, priority seating for people with impairments, and wheelchair accessibility. Furthermore, the city maintains a Senior Services Transportation Program, which provides low-cost shuttle services for seniors 60 and older and disabled individuals of all ages. The shuttle program is first-come, first-served and requires previous registration.

Senior activities in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach memory care residents can enjoy plenty of activities in their own community. If a friend or family member would like to take a loved one out and about, there are plenty of options for that, too.

Virginia Beach is a beautiful coastal city with a lot of natural beauty to enjoy. Both First Landing State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offer wheelchair-accessible panoramic views and lovely nature trails for seniors. Even the Virginia Beach Boardwalk is entirely accessible and offers spectacular seaside views. The Boardwalk’s Visitor Center also offers free beach wheelchairs on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in renting one for the day, you can make a reservation at the visitor’s center or call 757-385-1100.

A garden can be a relaxing place to visit for seniors with memory impairment. The Norfolk Botanical Garden also has accessible walking paths and beautiful floral displays.

Seniors can also participate in other creative pursuits, including taking a cooking class and going to outdoor music events, both promoting stimulation and encouraging social interaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bay Lake Community, Chesapeake Place Senior Living and Acclaim at East Beach are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Virginia Beach, VA. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Memory Care in Virginia Beach is 4513.82 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

The 17 memory care facilities near you in Virginia Beach, Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Virginia Beach, Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Virginia Beach, Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Virginia Beach, Virginia ranges from $1605 to $9720. The average Memory Care cost in Virginia Beach, Virginia is $4513.82. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Virginia Beach, Virginia typically starts at $1605. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

References

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

  2. Haupt, A. (2023, January 12). Does Medicare Cover Assisted Living Costs In 2023? Forbes Health.

  3. Virginia Department of Health Opens Community Vaccination Center for Booster Shots. (n.d.). City of Virginia Beach.

  4. Local nursing homes respond to the federal requirement to vaccinate staff. (2021, August 19). News 3 WTKR Norfolk.

  5. Division of Licensing Programs. Virginia Department of Social Services. (2021, Oct). Standards for Licensed Assisted Living Facilities.

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

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Haupt, A. (2023, January 12). Does Medicare Cover Assisted Living Costs In 2023? Forbes Health.

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Division of Licensing Programs. Virginia Department of Social Services. (2021, Oct). Standards for Licensed Assisted Living Facilities.