Thornton Hall
Assisted Living & Skilled Nursing · Norfolk, VA

Thornton Hall

Assisted Living & Skilled Nursing · Norfolk, VA

Overview of Thornton Hall

Thornton Hall, conveniently located in Norfolk, Virginia, is a compassionate care home dedicated to providing assisted senior living. With a commitment to creating a homelike atmosphere, this Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home boasts a team of attentive staff members who strive to offer 24-hour access to nursing and professional care. Regular monitoring of weight and blood pressure ensures comprehensive healthcare for residents.

Moreover, Thornton Hall offers a range of in-house services, such as podiatry, dental therapy, and laboratory services, making it a sought-after option for assisted living near you. Residents can also benefit from medication assistance and a reliable emergency response system as needed. The facility further provides amenities including weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and the convenience of gourmet meals served daily. Salon services and spiritual care visits are also available, enhancing the overall assisted living experience.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #233 / 336Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 233rd out of 336 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
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Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Norfolk's city center to Thornton Hall's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.18 miles to nearest hospital (Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital)

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Harbor‘s Edge
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Norfolk (Fort Norfolk)
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 94
Rank #279 / 311
Yes
46
Facility 46
VA AVG 45
Rank #162 / 336
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #23 / 249
Thornton Hall
AL
SNF
Norfolk (Fairmont Park)-No
30
Facility 30
VA AVG 45
Rank #233 / 336
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

Thornton Hall is located in Norfolk, 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 Thornton Hall

What neighborhood is Thornton Hall in?

Thornton Hall is in the Fairmont Park neighborhood of Norfolk.

Is Thornton Hall in a walkable area?

Thornton Hall has a walk score of 30. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Thornton Hall?

No, Thornton Hall has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Thornton Hall?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Thornton Hall in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Thornton Hall provide?

Thornton Hall offers Assisted Living & Skilled Nursing.

What is the address of Thornton Hall?

Thornton Hall is located at 827 Norview Ave, Norfolk, VA 23509.

What is the phone number of Thornton Hall?

(757) 853-6281 will put you in contact with the team at Thornton Hall.

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