Charter Senior Living of Newport News in Newport News, VA

Q: What neighborhood is Charter Senior Living of Newport News in?

Charter Senior Living of Newport News is in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News.

Q: Is Charter Senior Living of Newport News in a walkable area?

Charter Senior Living of Newport News has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: When does Charter Senior Living of Newport News's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Charter Senior Living of Newport News's license expires on December 30, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Charter Senior Living of Newport News?

Charter Senior Living of Newport News's occupancy is 45%.

Q: Does Charter Senior Living of Newport News have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Charter Senior Living of Newport News on this page.

Q: Are pets allowed at Charter Senior Living of Newport News?

Yes, Charter Senior Living of Newport News allows residents to bring their pets.

Q: Who is the administrator of Charter Senior Living of Newport News?

Angel Lawhorn is the administrator of Charter Senior Living of Newport News.

Overview of Charter Senior Living of Newport News

Located in Newport News, Virginia, Charter Senior Living fosters a warm and welcoming community setting for seniors seeking an assisted living home. Residents receive personalized care plans that include support with daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, medication management, and personal care needs. The beautiful community offers a variety of amenities to enhance their quality of life, including a fitness center to promote physical well-being, a salon for personal care, and an on-site movie theater for entertainment.

Residents enjoy delicious chef-prepared meals and can participate in a calendar filled with social activities and events, ensuring connection and enjoyment while providing opportunities for socialization as well.

Facility Direct Line (757) 890-0905

104-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 57 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

45%

Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%

Occupied beds

47 / 104

Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusActive

ExpirationDecember 30, 2026

QualificationResidential and Assisted Living Care | Special Care Unit | Non-Ambulatory

Charter Senior Living of Newport News is administered by Angel Lawhorn.

Emergency SystemsYes

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

Business Hours

12:00AM - 11:59PM

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

Activities

AL$3,995 per month

MC$7,195 per month

Since 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 107 deficiencies 6 complaints 13 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 2021 vs. Virginia state average

Overall vs. VA average

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	107	32	This facility has 234% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (107 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 234% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.	13	14	This facility has had 7% fewer total inspections than the Virginia average (13 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 7% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory deficiency.	12	9	This facility has 33% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (12 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 33% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.	92%	64%	This facility has 28 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (92% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 28% worse

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	6	7	This facility has 14% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 14% better
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	1.2	1.4	This facility has 14% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.2 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 14% better

Show Inspection Reports

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Angel Lawhorn

Executive Director

5.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Newport News's city center to Charter Senior Living of Newport News's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.28 miles to nearest hospital (Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital)

Quick search

Calculate Travel Distance to Charter Senior Living of Newport News

Add your location

Compare Assisted Living around Newport News

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.


The Hidenwood	AL IL MC RC	Newport News (Central Newport News)	125 Facility 125 VA AVG 96 Rank #78 / 365	Yes	52 Facility 52 VA AVG 45 Rank #160 / 435	-	Mr. Christopher Cook	70.4%	-	11	73% Facility 73% VA AVG 64.3% Rank #247 / 330	4 Facility 4 VA AVG 7 Rank #181 / 330	24 Facility 24 VA AVG 32 Rank #150 / 271	2.2 Facility 2.2 VA AVG 2.3 Rank #161 / 271
Charter Senior Living of Newport News	AL MC RC	Newport News (North Newport News)	104 Facility 104 VA AVG 96 Rank #134 / 365	Yes	57 Facility 57 VA AVG 45 Rank #132 / 435	Studio / 1 Bed	Angel Lawhorn	45.2%	-	13	92% Facility 92% VA AVG 64.3% Rank #298 / 330	6 Facility 6 VA AVG 7 Rank #216 / 330	107 Facility 107 VA AVG 32 Rank #258 / 271	8.2 Facility 8.2 VA AVG 2.3 Rank #263 / 271
Mennowood Retirement Community	AL IL MC	Newport News (North Newport News)	90 Facility 90 VA AVG 96 Rank #179 / 365	No	53 Facility 53 VA AVG 45 Rank #159 / 435	-	Thelma Shaffer	73.3%	A	7	57% Facility 57% VA AVG 64.3% Rank #164 / 330	2 Facility 2 VA AVG 7 Rank #110 / 330	15 Facility 15 VA AVG 32 Rank #108 / 271	2.1 Facility 2.1 VA AVG 2.3 Rank #153 / 271
Hilton Plaza Inc.	AL	Newport News (South Newport News)	71 Facility 71 VA AVG 96 Rank #244 / 365	No	57 Facility 57 VA AVG 45 Rank #132 / 435	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	Ms. Nina Taylor	81.7%	-	16	69% Facility 69% VA AVG 64.3% Rank #231 / 330	5 Facility 5 VA AVG 7 Rank #200 / 330	93 Facility 93 VA AVG 32 Rank #253 / 271	5.8 Facility 5.8 VA AVG 2.3 Rank #253 / 271
The Huntington Assisted Living	AL RC	Newport News (Warwick)	52 Facility 52 VA AVG 96 Rank #298 / 365	Yes	55 Facility 55 VA AVG 45 Rank #149 / 435	Studio / 1 Bed	Stephen Berczek	-	-	1	0% Facility 0% VA AVG 64.3% Rank #1 / 330	0 Facility 0 VA AVG 7 Rank #1 / 330	0 Facility 0 VA AVG 32 Rank #1 / 271	0.0 Facility 0.0 VA AVG 2.3 Rank #1 / 271

View all Nearby Homes

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).

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

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.

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

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).

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.

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

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

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.

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

Benefits

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

What neighborhood is Charter Senior Living of Newport News in?

Charter Senior Living of Newport News is in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News.

Is Charter Senior Living of Newport News in a walkable area?

Charter Senior Living of Newport News has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

When does Charter Senior Living of Newport News's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Charter Senior Living of Newport News's license expires on December 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Charter Senior Living of Newport News?

Charter Senior Living of Newport News's occupancy is 45%.

Does Charter Senior Living of Newport News have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Charter Senior Living of Newport News on this page.

Are pets allowed at Charter Senior Living of Newport News?

Yes, Charter Senior Living of Newport News allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Charter Senior Living of Newport News?

Angel Lawhorn is the administrator of Charter Senior Living of Newport News.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance

Charter Senior Living of Newport News