Aviva Pembroke
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Virginia Beach, VA

Aviva Pembroke

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Virginia Beach, VA

Overview of Aviva Pembroke

Aviva Pembroke is a senior living community in Virginia Beach, Virginia, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care support. Serving 33 residents with a 58-bed capacity, the community’s occupancy rate is currently at 57%, which is significantly below the Virginia state average of 85.7 percent. The community has open availability, which benefits families seeking immediate placement without waitlist delays.

Regarding regulatory history, the community has undergone six inspections on record, which is well below the Virginia average of 14. 50% of which involved violations, which is below the state average of 64.3%, suggesting a comparatively lighter compliance burden. Additionally, the community has accumulated 20 total deficiencies, lower than the state average of 32. Earlier citations included issues with medication administration timing, staff tuberculosis risk assessments, and individualized service plan documentation. However, the most recent inspection on October 10, 2025, was a complaint investigation that found no deficiencies. No fines, license suspensions, or immediate jeopardy findings were reported.

The community has a variety of amenities that stand out among Virginia Beach assisted living options, particularly with its indoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a bistro and coffee shop, and rooftop happy hours. On-site dining with an award-winning chef, outdoor green space, covered parking, and pet-friendly accommodations are also available, along with one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans, which provide flexibility for those who prefer more spacious living arrangements.

Offering a moderately sized community that provides more privacy and personal space than many traditional senior living options, Aviva Pembroke is best suited for older adults seeking a vibrant, amenity-rich environment with the option to age in place from independent living through memory support.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 58 Rank #284 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 284th 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #149 / 434Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th 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.
55 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #223 / 293Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 223rd out of 293 homes we track in Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 293. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
57% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
33 / 58

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

Ownership & Operating Entity

Aviva Pembroke is administered by Lauren Krajesky.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Bistro
Coffee Shop
Dining
Swimming Pool
Fitness Center
Pet Friendly
Parking
And 3 Bedrooms Available
Outdoor Green Space
Rooftop Happy Hours

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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 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 20 deficiencies 2 complaints 6 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 2024 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (22% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (38% below)
• Total complaints (71% below)
• Complaints per year (71% below)

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. 2032 This facility has 38% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (20 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 38% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.32.7 This facility has 22% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3.3 vs. VA avg 2.7).↑ 22% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 614 This facility has had 57% fewer total inspections than the Virginia average (6 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 57% fewer

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. 27 This facility has 71% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2024. 13.5 This facility has 71% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 3.5).↓ 71% better

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Address 9.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Virginia Beach's city center to Aviva Pembroke's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Virginia Beach

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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Marian Manor Retirement
AL
IL
RC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
145
Facility 145
VA AVG 96
Rank #49 / 365
No
51
Facility 51
VA AVG 45
Rank #167 / 434
Private RoomsMs. Karen Land
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #66 / 293
7
71%
Facility 71%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #217 / 330
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #113 / 271
2.3
Facility 2.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #140 / 271
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
AL
MC
NH
Virginia Beach
95
Facility 95
VA AVG 96
Rank #167 / 365
No
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 45
Rank #178 / 434
-Ms. Teresa Anderson
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #83 / 293
8
38%
Facility 38%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #67 / 330
17
Facility 17
VA AVG 32
Rank #124 / 271
2.1
Facility 2.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #135 / 271
First Colonial Inn
AL
IL
MC
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
85
Facility 85
VA AVG 96
Rank #193 / 365
Yes
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 45
Rank #90 / 434
Private RoomsTina Marin
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #81 / 293
9
78%
Facility 78%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #245 / 330
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 32
Rank #183 / 271
3.8
Facility 3.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #212 / 271
Commonwealth Senior Living at Kings Grant House
AL
MC
RC
Virginia Beach (North Central)
75
Facility 75
VA AVG 96
Rank #228 / 365
Yes
55
Facility 55
VA AVG 45
Rank #149 / 434
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private RoomsMs. Tina Dietz
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #24 / 293
15
87%
Facility 87%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #281 / 330
38
Facility 38
VA AVG 32
Rank #195 / 271
2.5
Facility 2.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #152 / 271
Aviva Pembroke
AL
IL
MC
Virginia Beach
58
Facility 58
VA AVG 96
Rank #284 / 365
Yes
55
Facility 55
VA AVG 45
Rank #149 / 434
-Lauren Krajesky
56.9%
Facility 56.9%
VA AVG 71%
Rank #223 / 293
6
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 59.3%
Rank #96 / 330
20
Facility 20
VA AVG 32
Rank #132 / 271
3.3
Facility 3.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #194 / 271

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

Aviva Pembroke is located in VIRGINIA BEACH, 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 Aviva Pembroke

Is Aviva Pembroke in a walkable area?

Aviva Pembroke has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Aviva Pembroke?

Aviva Pembroke's occupancy is 57%.

Are pets allowed at Aviva Pembroke?

Yes, Aviva Pembroke allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Aviva Pembroke?

Lauren Krajesky is the administrator of Aviva Pembroke.

How many beds does Aviva Pembroke have?

Aviva Pembroke has 58 beds.

Has Aviva Pembroke had any deficiencies?

Aviva Pembroke has had 20 reported deficiencies since 2024 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).

Are there photos of Aviva Pembroke?

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