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Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Portsmouth, VA
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Portsmouth, VA
4916 W Norfolk Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23703 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House

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Community Senior Living at Churchland House is a vibrant community in Portsmouth that provides seniors with a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle, promotes good health and well-being, and offers a sense of safety and belonging. The resident-centered community aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care seniors, leading to a purposeful life experience during their golden years.

Commonwealth Senior Living prides itself on its signature programs that enhance the quality of life for residents. These programs include Sweet Memories for residents with memory impairment, Farm to Table for locally sourced and healthy meals, Brain Health University for cognitive stimulation, Live Well for physical and emotional wellness, Artisans in Residence for local artist engagement, and Legacy Stories for preserving life stories. These programs showcase Commonwealth Senior Living’s dedication to providing enjoyable and valuable experiences for residents.

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Bed community size
80-bed community Rank #212 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 212th out of 365 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
Walk Score: 15 / 100 Rank #384 / 446Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 384th out of 446 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Rank #54 / 297Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 297 homes in Virginia for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 297. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
70 / 80
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

Awards

Best Memory Care by U.S. News & World Report for 2022
Top Retirement Communities by Virginia Living Magazine for 2025

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationFebruary 9, 2027
QualificationSpecial Care Unit | Non-Ambulatory | Residential and Assisted Living Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House is administered by Mr. Luke Peterson.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Short-Term Stays

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-Hour Emergency Call System
Assistance With Toileting
Award-Winning Sweet Memories™ Program
Companion Living: Variety Of Suites And Floor Plans
Trips
& Social Programs
Daily Housekeeping And Weekly Linen Services
Farm-To-Table Dining
Landscaped Garden & Patio
Pet Friendly (Cats And Dogs Under 25 Lbs)
Private & Companion Suites Available
Private: Variety Of Suites And Floor Plans
Short-Term Respite Stays
Specially Trained Associates On Site 24/7
Travel The World Program
Weekly Housekeeping Linens

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,410 per month

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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 2021 · 5 years of data 38 deficiencies 7 complaints 14 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2021 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 5 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (19% above)
• Deficiencies per year (19% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% above)
• Inspections with violations (44% above)
• Inspection violation rate (45% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Virginia average:
• Total complaints (at VA avg)
• Complaints per year (at VA avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3832 This facility has 19% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (38 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 19% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 7.66.4 This facility has 19% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (7.6 vs. VA avg 6.4).↑ 19% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.72.3 This facility has 17% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.7 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 17% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1414 This facility has total inspections in line with the Virginia average (14 vs. VA avg 14).— At avg
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 139 This facility has 44% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (13 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 44% worse
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 93%64% This facility has 29 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (93% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 29% worse

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 77 This facility has total complaints in line with the Virginia average (7 vs. VA avg 7).— At avg
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 1.41.4 This facility has complaints per year in line with the Virginia average (1.4 vs. VA avg 1.4).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The August 14, 2025 inspection found two deficiencies: delayed response to resident needs after x-ray results and failure to administer prescribed paroxetine medication from November 2024 to June 2025.
  • The January 14, 2025 renewal inspection cited four violations including employing a disqualified staff member, poor communication among staff, incomplete service plans, and failure to post the current person in charge.
  • The facility corrected multiple prior deficiencies through plans of correction, with no immediate jeopardy or fines noted, but recurring issues with individualized service plans and medication management persisted over several years.
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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Companion Suites

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 4.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portsmouth's city center to Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.

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Portsmouth (West Norfolk Road)
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 96
Rank #212 / 365
Yes
15
Facility 15
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55
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Facility 91.7%
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House is located in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.

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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

Age 65+ or disabled
General Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
VA

Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Virginia resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
VA

Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

Age 60+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month 200% FPL
Asset Limits Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA

Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Chore services Assessments Respite (~5 days/year)

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
VA

Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Benefits
Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Equipment repair (~$250)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
VA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025) ~$50,000-$75,000/year household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000
Asset Limits Varies e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000
VA

Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption/deferral (~$500-$2,000/year depending on locality)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General VA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House

What neighborhood is Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House in?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House is in the West Norfolk Road neighborhood of Portsmouth.

Is Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House in a walkable area?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

When does Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House's license expires on February 9, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House's occupancy is 88%.

Are pets allowed at Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House?

Yes, Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House?

Mr. Luke Peterson is the administrator of Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House.

How many beds does Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House have?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House has 80 beds.

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