Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Norfolk, VA
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Norfolk, VA
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is located in Norfolk, Virginia. It offers Assisted Living, Memory Care through the Sweet Memories™ program, and Short-Term Stays. Residents enjoy farm-to-table dining, engaging programs, and a supportive community.
90-bed community Rank #179 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 179th out of 365 homes we track in Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #90 / 434Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 434 homes we track in Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Best Memory Care in Norfolk and Hampton, Virginia for 2022
Top Retirement Communities by Virginia Living Magazine for 2025.
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is administered by Ms. Claudia Salazar.
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Emergency Call System
Dining
Housekeeping
Garden
Patio
Pet Friendly
ActivitiesDaily activities, and social programs
Specific ProgramsShort-Term Stays, Trips
Starting Price$3,720 per month
Inspection History
In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.
Since 2020 · 6 years of data
These figures come from state-published inspection data.
11 complaints
17 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2020 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average
4 Worse
Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Inspections with deficiencies (78% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (47% above)
• Total complaints (57% above)
• Complaints per year (50% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Inspections with deficiencies (78% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (47% above)
• Total complaints (57% above)
• Complaints per year (50% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 17 | 14 | This facility has had 21% more total inspections than the Virginia average (17 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 21% more |
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Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 16 | 9 | This facility has 78% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 78% worse |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 94% | 64% | This facility has 30 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (94% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 30% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 11 | 7 | This facility has 57% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (11 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 57% worse |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2020.
| 1.8 | 1.2 | This facility has 50% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.8 vs. VA avg 1.2).↑ 50% worse |
Places of interest near Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
4.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Norfolk's city center to Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the VA Depts. of Social Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Province Place of DePaul | AL MC | Norfolk (Talbot Park) | 97
Facility
97
VA AVG
96
Rank
#160 / 365 | No |
29
Facility
29
VA AVG
45
Rank
#312 / 434 | Private Rooms | Linda Underdown | 45.4% | 43 | 74%
Facility
74%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#250 / 330 | 28
Facility
28
VA AVG
7
Rank
#327 / 330 | 202
Facility
202
VA AVG
32
Rank
#269 / 271 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#243 / 271 |
| Acclaim at East Beach | AL IL MC | Norfolk (East Ocean View) | 92
Facility
92
VA AVG
96
Rank
#175 / 365 | Yes |
55
Facility
55
VA AVG
45
Rank
#149 / 434 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Damian Polewczak | 25.0% | 5 | 20%
Facility
20%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#30 / 330 | 2
Facility
2
VA AVG
7
Rank
#117 / 330 | 4
Facility
4
VA AVG
32
Rank
#35 / 271 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#48 / 271 |
| Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall | AL MC RC | Norfolk | 90
Facility
90
VA AVG
96
Rank
#179 / 365 | No |
63
Facility
63
VA AVG
45
Rank
#90 / 434 | - | Ms. Claudia Salazar | - | 17 | 94%
Facility
94%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#305 / 330 | 11
Facility
11
VA AVG
7
Rank
#278 / 330 | - | - |
| Harbor’s Edge | AL IL MC NH SNF | Norfolk | 83
Facility
83
VA AVG
96
Rank
#210 / 365 | No |
86
Facility
86
VA AVG
45
Rank
#30 / 434 | - | Ms. Senece Midgett | 68.7% | 8 | 88%
Facility
88%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#288 / 330 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 330 | 39
Facility
39
VA AVG
32
Rank
#197 / 271 | 4.9
Facility
4.9
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#245 / 271 |
| Harbor‘s Edge | AL IL MC NH SNF | Norfolk (Fort Norfolk) | 33
Facility
33
VA AVG
96
Rank
#332 / 365 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
VA AVG
45
Rank
#200 / 434 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | 89.4% | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is located in NORFOLK, Virginia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
Is Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall in a walkable area?
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Does Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall on this page.
Are pets allowed at Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall?
No, Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall?
Ms. Claudia Salazar is the administrator of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall.
How many beds does Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall have?
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall has 90 beds.
Are there photos of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall?
Yes — there are 21 photos of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall?
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is located at 890 Poplar Hall Drive, Norfolk, VA 23502.
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