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Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Virginia Beach, VA
Exterior view of Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community Brick sign for Bay Lake Retirement Community Bright and spacious lobby with staircase and chandelier Elegant dining room with round tables and chairs A gazebo in a landscaped outdoor area

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Virginia Beach, VA
4225 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community

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Bay Lake Retirement Unlimited, Inc. has been providing exceptional senior living experiences since 1982, and their commitment to delivering a lifestyle that seniors have earned and deserve is unwavering. They understand that each individual has unique needs and preferences, which is why they offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care communities that are tailored to fit their residents’ personalities and make them feel comfortable. One of their most stunning communities, Bay Lake, is located in the scenic Virginia Beach, where the warm sea breeze, breathtaking views, and sunny days make it an ideal location for retirees.
At Bay Lake, every resident is treated with the utmost care and respect, and they offer a host of top-notch amenities to ensure that their residents’ needs are met. These amenities include a licensed nursing team available 24/7, housekeeping, scheduled transportation, a life enrichment program, utilities, heating and air conditioning in each apartment, access to City Park and Recreation Center, state-of-the-art fire and safety systems, routine and emergency apartment maintenance, and more. They also have a library stocked with books and a computer with internet access, and beautifully landscaped grounds with gardening areas and furnished verandas. With such a wide array of amenities, Bay Lake is undoubtedly one of the most innovative and thoughtfully designed senior residences in the country.

Facility Direct Line (757) 460-8868
Facility Direct Line (757) 460-8868
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Bed community size
90-bed community Rank #181 / 371Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 181st out of 371 homes in Virginia. 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.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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 21 / 100 Rank #353 / 449Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 353rd out of 449 homes in Virginia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
74%
Rank #152 / 314Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 152nd out of 314 homes in Virginia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 314. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
67 / 90
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationMarch 18, 2026 Expired
QualificationResidential and Assisted Living Care | Special Care Unit | Non-Ambulatory

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community is administered by Ms. Catherine Abott.

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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 2015 · 11 years of data 54 deficiencies 21 complaints 32 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 2015 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 7 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (69% above)
• Deficiencies per year (69% above)
• Total inspections (129% above)
• Inspections with violations (133% above)
• Inspection violation rate (3% above)
• Total complaints (200% above)
• Complaints per year (217% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (26% below)
Latest Inspection June 18, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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. 5432 This facility has 69% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (54 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 69% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2015. 4.92.9 This facility has 69% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4.9 vs. VA avg 2.9).↑ 69% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.72.3 This facility has 26% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.7 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 26% better

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 3214 This facility has 129% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (32 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 129% worse
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 219 This facility has 133% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (21 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 133% worse
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 66%64% This facility has 2 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (66% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 2% 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. 217 This facility has 200% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (21 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 200% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2015. 1.90.6 This facility has 217% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.9 vs. VA avg 0.6).↑ 217% worse

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

  • The most recent inspection on June 18, 2025, found no deficiencies and did not substantiate complaints related to resident care.
  • The facility had multiple substantiated complaints from 2023 to 2025 involving medication management errors, failure to update care plans, and inadequate resident supervision.
  • Deficiencies frequently involved failure to document required staff rounds, medication administration per physician orders, and secure resident records, showing ongoing compliance challenges.
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Address 8.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Virginia Beach's city center to Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.

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Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community
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90
Facility 90
VA AVG 95
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74.4%
Facility 74.4%
VA AVG 70.8%
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community 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 Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community

What neighborhood is Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community in?

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community is in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach.

Is Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community in a walkable area?

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

When does Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community's license expires on March 18, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community?

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community's occupancy is 74%.

Who is the administrator of Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community?

Ms. Catherine Abott is the administrator of Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community.

How many beds does Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community have?

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community has 90 beds.

Has Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community had any recent deficiencies?

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community has had 32 recently reported deficiencies.

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