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Located in the beautiful community of Richmond, VA, Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield is an esteemed senior living community that offers assisted living, memory support, and respite care services. Here, residents can select from stunning and spacious accommodations such as a private suite, apartment, or companion suite. This community is acknowledged by MemoryCare.com as the Best Memory Care in Richmond, Virginia, for 2022, and named a Top Retirement Community for 2022 by Virginia Living Magazine.
As an award-winning senior living community, explore its above-and-beyond amenities and services including assistance on daily tasks, daily housekeeping, wellness programs, the Sweet Memorie program, its award-winning memory care program, and more. Indulge in delectable and healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team and join a robust calendar of daily activities and community events. At Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield, seniors are assured of a wonderful living experience.
Higher than the Virginia average: 85.7%Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield is administrated by Ms. Erikka Hallback.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 32 | This facility has 91% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 91% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 0.6 | 6.4 | This facility has 91% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.6 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 91% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.2 | 2.3 | This facility has 91% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.2 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 91% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 15 | 14 | This facility has 7% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (15 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 7% worse |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 3 | 9 | This facility has 67% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 67% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 20% | 64% | This facility has 44 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (20% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 44% better |
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.
| 7 | 7 | This facility has total complaints in line with the Virginia average (7 vs. VA avg 7).— At avg |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 1.4 | 1.4 | This facility has complaints per year in line with the Virginia average (1.4 vs. VA avg 1.4).— At avg |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
8.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Richmond's city center to Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield is located in Richmond, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.
The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| Westminster Canterbury Richmond |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NC Nursing Care | Richmond | 214
Facility
214
VA AVG
95
Rank
#15 / 371 | No |
16
Facility
16
VA AVG
44
Rank
#374 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Ms. Susan Chrissley | 60.7% | A+ | 5 | - | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| Sunrise of Richmond |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Richmond (Raintree) | 110
Facility
110
VA AVG
95
Rank
#111 / 371 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
VA AVG
44
Rank
#289 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Ait Karen Simon-Dunham |
56.4%
Facility
56.4%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#231 / 297 | - | 12 | 25%
Facility
25%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#47 / 332 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
7
Rank
#217 / 332 | 10
Facility
10
VA AVG
32
Rank
#142 / 332 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#108 / 332 |
| Sunrise at Bon Air |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Richmond | 94
Facility
94
VA AVG
95
Rank
#172 / 371 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
VA AVG
44
Rank
#161 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Michelle Dorsey |
88.3%
Facility
88.3%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#48 / 297 | - | 15 | 40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#87 / 332 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
7
Rank
#217 / 332 | 21
Facility
21
VA AVG
32
Rank
#198 / 332 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#158 / 332 |
| Seaton Chesterfield |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Richmond | 88
Facility
88
VA AVG
95
Rank
#191 / 371 | No |
47
Facility
47
VA AVG
44
Rank
#193 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Kenneth Gibson | - | A | 5 | 60%
Facility
60%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#183 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
32
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#1 / 332 |
| Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Richmond | 42
Facility
42
VA AVG
95
Rank
#322 / 371 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
VA AVG
44
Rank
#398 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Ms. Erikka Hallback |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#1 / 297 | - | 15 | 20%
Facility
20%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#35 / 332 | 7
Facility
7
VA AVG
7
Rank
#229 / 332 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
32
Rank
#85 / 332 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#77 / 332 |
Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to VA state health department records, Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield's license expires on May 9, 2026.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield's occupancy is 100%.
Ms. Erikka Hallback is the administrator of Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield has 42 beds.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield has had 15 recently reported deficiencies.
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