About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Simpkins, VA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

Assisted living costs in Simpkins average about $4,854 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 100 communities in Simpkins. Our detailed directory has 2173 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Cape Charles, Mathews and Cardinal.

Simpkins Assisted Living Facilities | 2173 Reviews

Showing 89 communities
Last Updated: 5/10/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
50%
2 star
0%
1 star
50%
See all reviews
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.
Photo of Virginia Home For Adults
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.
Photo of Hills Home for Adults
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.
Photo of Lillian's Loving Care
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.
Photo of Bell's Residential Adult Care
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.
Photo of Carebridge Assisted Living
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.
Carebridge Assisted Living Community provides accommodations on both a long term and respite care basis. Daily housekeeping, meal service, social programs and smiling faces are all part of assisted living at Carebridge. The people of Carebridge are skilled in providing personalized care to our...
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.
See details
Photo of Colonial Home Assisted Living
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Colonial Home is a quaint 32 bed home located in the Deep Creek section of Chesapeake.  We serve a private pay resident in a home environment.  Colonial Home serves both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents and offers a full range of care, including rehabilitation services, home health care...
Photo of Deep Creek Manor, Inc.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
50%
2 star
0%
1 star
50%
See all reviews
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Seasons Change
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of Whitehurst Manor
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.
Whitehurst ManorWhitehurst Manor offers a great assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Chesapeake, VA their home. The city of Chesapeake offers beautiful parks and outdoor space, with opportunities for hiking or just enjoying the weather. The city also offers many museums...
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.
Lav'm Adult Residence Lav'm Adult Residence is an assisted living community located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The community is located in a mostly residential area with a few businesses, which creates a quiet, home-like setting for the community's residents without sacrificing nearby conveniences....
Photo of Chesapeake Cove
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My mother in law loves living at Chesapeake Cove. The staff are wonderful. The caregivers are local, friendly, helpful and she does not go without. The community is clean and well maintained. She likes the...
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.
If you enjoy independence and the freshness and beauty of the outdoors, then you will love Chesapeake Cove in Crisfield, MD. Nestled on the Delmarva Peninsula, the community provides gorgeous and relaxing views of the bay, which inspires residents to kick back and relax. The neighborhood...

Cost of assisted living in Simpkins, VA

The average cost of senior living in Simpkins is $4,854 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portsmouth, VA with an average of $4,639 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Simpkins, VA vs. nearby cities

Simpkins, VA
$4,854/mo
$4,854/mo
$4,854/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Simpkins, VA vs. the state and national average

Simpkins, VA
$4,854/mo
U.S. national average
$4,674/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Simpkins vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,854/mo
$4,890/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Simpkins, VA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,269/mo
Studio
$5,687/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,736/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,459/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,655/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Simpkins over time

Simpkins, VAVA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Simpkins, VA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Simpkins.

What families are saying about assisted living in Simpkins

Recent reviews for assisted living in Simpkins

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
Read more

Arden Courts of VA Beach in Virginia Beach, VA

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!

Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Consistent communication with families. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff, allowing them to stay informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Spring Arbor of Williamsburg, for example, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in pe ...
Read more
Friendly and attentive staff. Staff members go above and beyond to provide outstanding care and make loved ones feel welcome, as noted in reviews for Charter Senior Living of Williamsburg, The Gardens of Virginia Beach and The Waterford at Virginia Beach.
Variety of activities. Activities are a key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities like Harmony at Harbour View, Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living, and Bay Lake Community. Movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes help residents stay ...
Read more
Properly maintained living spaces. Residents and their families often express appreciation for the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. Reviews for Commonwealth Senior Living at the Devonshire and Commonwealth Senior Living at Williamsburg mention the pristine bathrooms ...
Read more
Individualized care plans. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers, who make adjustments to meet the unique needs of each resident. For example, at Commonwealth Senior Living at Georgian Manor, my father was assessed as a level 5, but the care did not significantly differ from level 1. Caregivers ...
Read more
Helpful move-in process. Families appreciate the smooth move-in process and helpfulness of staff at various communities. At The Gardens of Virginia Beach, the staff made the move-in process easy by loaning a dolly and giving ample time to decorate the room. They also provided assistance with moving furniture.
AI generated from the text of family reviews

Simpkins review score based on 389 family reviews

7.7
Review score89 facilities389 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 389 reviews of 89 Simpkins assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Simpkins review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Simpkins review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Simpkins, VA89 facilities
7.7
Eastville, VA99 facilities
7.7
Cheriton, VA100 facilities

Review subcategories for Simpkins assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 389 reviews of 89 Simpkins assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Simpkins resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Simpkins, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Simpkins assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Simpkins assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Simpkins, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Simpkins assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Simpkins that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Simpkins, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.2%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.2%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.5%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.6%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.7%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Simpkins assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Simpkins Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Simpkins, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.2%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.6%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36%
13.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Simpkins assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Simpkins partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Simpkins, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.2%
40.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50.6%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.9%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.1%
15.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Simpkins assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Simpkins communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Simpkins, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.3%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.8%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
41.6%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27%
18.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Simpkins assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Simpkins offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Simpkins, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.2%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.2%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.7%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.2%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.4%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.9%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
56.2%
47%
Dances
Dances
41.6%
30.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.2%
46%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Simpkins

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Simpkins protect seniors.

Learn about Virginia Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 100 assisted living facilities near Simpkins, Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Simpkins, Virginia is The Waterford at Virginia Beach. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top