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.

Bed community size
58-bed community Rank #284 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 284th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100 Rank #149 / 446Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
57%
Rank #224 / 297Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 224th 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.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
33 / 58
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

Ownership & Operating Entity

Aviva Pembroke is administered by Lauren Krajesky.

Amenities & Lifestyle

1
2
And 3 Bedrooms Available
Outdoor Green Space
Bistro/Coffee Shop
On-Site Dining With Our Award-Winning Chef
Rooftop Happy Hours
Located Near Grocery Store And Retail Shops
Indoor Swimming Pool
State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center
Pet Friendly
Covered Parking

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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 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 (43% above)
5 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (38% below)
• Inspections with violations (67% below)
• Inspection violation rate (22% 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. 3.32.3 This facility has 43% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3.3 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 43% 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
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 39 This facility has 67% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 67% better
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 50%64% This facility has 14 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (50% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 14% better

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

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

  • October 10, 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies and did not substantiate allegations in Resident Care and Related Services.
  • April 24, 2025 renewal inspection cited 11 deficiencies including medication errors, incomplete service plans, and missing documentation for activities and emergency drills.
  • September 9, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated one deficiency for medication administration timing being outside the allowed one-hour window.

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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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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 6 reported deficiencies since 2024 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).

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