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Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Norfolk, VA
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Norfolk, VA
890 Poplar Hall Drive, Norfolk, VA 23502 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is an assisted living community administered by Claudia Salazar in Norfolk, Virginia, providing assisted living, memory care, and short-term stay. With a 90-bed capacity, the community provides care for older adults throughout the Hampton Roads region.

The community has also received notable accolades, including Best Memory Care provider in Norfolk and Hampton for 2022 and Top Retirement Communities by Virginia Living Magazine in 2025. These honors provide helpful context for families evaluating senior living options. With 63 of its 90 beds currently occupied, the community has an occupancy rate of approximately 70%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 85.7%. For families seeking immediate placement, this higher-than-average availability can be a significant benefit.

Out of 17 inspections, 11 were prompted by complaints. Additionally, the percentage of inspections resulting in violations is 94.1%, and the total number of deficiencies is 50, which are higher than the state averages of 64.3% and 32, respectively. The most recent inspection in July 2025 identified only a single deficiency involving documentation in a resident’s file, which represents a more limited scope of concern than in previous years. Families are encouraged to explore the comprehensive report details through the Virginia Department of Social Services.

The community offers services for daily living and medical needs, including 24-hour staffing, nursing care, rehabilitation services, and respite options, along with wheelchair-accessible suites in private or companion layouts, emergency call systems, and individualized care plans. Daily housekeeping, weekly linen services, and a pet-friendly policy for cats and dogs under 25 lbs provide additional convenience. Landscaped gardens, a patio, and a vibrant activities calendar with off-site trips are also offered. Furthermore, a chef-led, farm-to-table dining program serves as a central feature of the resident experience. Additionally, the memory care wing utilizes the signature Sweet Memories™ model, which focuses on structured routines and specialized programming for those living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Monthly rates for the community start at approximately $3,720.

Providing award-winning memory care and various levels of service, Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is well-suited for older adults who require help with daily tasks or specialized memory support in a mid-sized environment, particularly those aiming to age in place. For those who value high-quality dining and a socially active lifestyle, the farm-to-table focus and diverse programming make this community a practical option in the Norfolk area.

Facility Direct Line (757) 461-5956
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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
63
Bed community size
90-bed community Rank #179 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 179th 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #90 / 434Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
70%
Rank #162 / 293Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 162nd 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.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
63 / 90
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

Awards

Best Memory Care in Norfolk and Hampton, Virginia for 2022
Top Retirement Communities by Virginia Living Magazine for 2025.

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

Ownership & Operating Entity

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is administered by Ms. Claudia Salazar.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Emergency Call System
Dining
Housekeeping
Garden
Patio
Pet Friendly
ActivitiesDaily activities, and social programs
Specific ProgramsShort-Term Stays, Trips

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,720 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 2020 · 6 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 50 deficiencies 11 complaints 17 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 2020 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 5 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (56% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (78% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (47% above)
• Total complaints (57% above)
• Complaints per year (50% above) 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. 5032 This facility has 56% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (50 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 56% 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. 1714 This facility has had 21% more total inspections than the Virginia average (17 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 21% more
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory deficiency. 169 This facility has 78% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 78% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 94%64% This facility has 30 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (94% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 30% 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. 117 This facility has 57% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (11 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 57% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2020. 1.81.2 This facility has 50% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.8 vs. VA avg 1.2).↑ 50% worse
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall

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Address 4.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Norfolk's city center to Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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.
Province Place of DePaul
AL
MC
Norfolk (Talbot Park)
97
Facility 97
VA AVG 96
Rank #160 / 365
No
29
Facility 29
VA AVG 45
Rank #312 / 434
Private RoomsLinda Underdown 45.4% 43
74%
Facility 74%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #250 / 330
28
Facility 28
VA AVG 7
Rank #327 / 330
202
Facility 202
VA AVG 32
Rank #269 / 271
4.7
Facility 4.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #243 / 271
Acclaim at East Beach
AL
IL
MC
Norfolk (East Ocean View)
92
Facility 92
VA AVG 96
Rank #175 / 365
Yes
55
Facility 55
VA AVG 45
Rank #149 / 434
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedDamian Polewczak 25.0% 5
20%
Facility 20%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #30 / 330
2
Facility 2
VA AVG 7
Rank #117 / 330
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #35 / 271
0.8
Facility 0.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #48 / 271
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
AL
MC
RC
Norfolk
90
Facility 90
VA AVG 96
Rank #179 / 365
No
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 45
Rank #90 / 434
-Ms. Claudia Salazar 70.0% 17
94%
Facility 94%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #305 / 330
11
Facility 11
VA AVG 7
Rank #278 / 330
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 32
Rank #219 / 271
2.9
Facility 2.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #199 / 271
Harbor’s Edge
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Norfolk
83
Facility 83
VA AVG 96
Rank #210 / 365
No
86
Facility 86
VA AVG 45
Rank #30 / 434
-Ms. Senece Midgett 68.7% 8
88%
Facility 88%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #288 / 330
0
Facility 0
VA AVG 7
Rank #1 / 330
39
Facility 39
VA AVG 32
Rank #197 / 271
4.9
Facility 4.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #245 / 271
Harbor‘s Edge
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Norfolk (Fort Norfolk)
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 96
Rank #332 / 365
Yes
46
Facility 46
VA AVG 45
Rank #200 / 434
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed- 89.4% -----
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is located in NORFOLK, 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 Leigh Hall

Is Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall in a walkable area?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall's occupancy is 70%.

Does Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall on this page.

Are pets allowed at Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall?

No, Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall?

Ms. Claudia Salazar is the administrator of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall.

How many beds does Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall have?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall has 90 beds.

Has Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall had any deficiencies?

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall has had 50 reported deficiencies since 2020 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).

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