Best Assisted Living in Portsmouth, VA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 assisted living communities in Portsmouth, VA using VA Depts. of Social Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in VA
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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. 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.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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 violations, 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 violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House
AL
MC
RC
Portsmouth
80
Facility 80
VA AVG 94
Rank #180 / 311
CYes
15
Facility 15
VA AVG 45
Rank #297 / 336
Private Rooms / Companion SuitesLuke Peterson
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #22 / 238
16
94%
Facility 94%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
43
Facility 43
VA AVG 32
Rank #164 / 246
2.7
Facility 2.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #184 / 246
Mayfair House Senior Living
AL
Portsmouth (Park View)
55
Facility 55
VA AVG 94
Rank #248 / 311
DNo
84
Facility 84
VA AVG 45
Rank #26 / 336
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsTina Botdorf
47.3%
Facility 47.3%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #211 / 238
12
92%
Facility 92%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
52
Facility 52
VA AVG 32
Rank #190 / 246
4.3
Facility 4.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #208 / 246
Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth
AL
MC
Portsmouth
75
Facility 75
VA AVG 94
Rank #196 / 311
D-Yes
69
Facility 69
VA AVG 45
Rank #57 / 336
Suite / 1 BedRachel Ford
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #191 / 238
24
79%
Facility 79%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
100
Facility 100
VA AVG 32
Rank #239 / 246
4.2
Facility 4.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #246 / 246
Emily Green Shores Assisted
AL
Portsmouth (Midtown)
39
Facility 39
VA AVG 94
Rank #270 / 311
B-No
13
Facility 13
VA AVG 45
Rank #303 / 336
-Maria Irlinger
69.2%
Facility 69.2%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #144 / 238
16
75%
Facility 75%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
27
Facility 27
VA AVG 32
Rank #139 / 246
1.7
Facility 1.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #161 / 246

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other VA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 analyzed for Portsmouth. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House

Community Senior Living at Churchland House is a vibrant community in Portsmouth that provides seniors with a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle, promotes good health and well-being, and offers a sense of safety and belonging. The resident-centered community aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care seniors, leading to a purposeful life experience during their golden years.

Commonwealth Senior Living prides itself on its signature programs that enhance the quality of life for residents. These programs include Sweet Memories for residents with memory impairment, Farm to Table for locally sourced and healthy meals, Brain Health University for cognitive stimulation, Live Well for physical and emotional wellness, Artisans in Residence for local artist engagement, and Legacy Stories for preserving life stories. These programs showcase Commonwealth Senior Living’s dedication to providing enjoyable and valuable experiences for residents.

Starting Price $4,410/Month

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Overview of Mayfair House Senior Living

Mayfair House Senior Living is an assisted living community in Portsmouth, VA, in the Park View neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. The community has 55 beds, a smaller size that may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Housing includes private rooms and semi-private rooms. A private room suits someone who wants a room alone, while a semi-private room accommodates a resident who is comfortable sharing. The area has a Walk Score of 84 and is very walkable, meaning most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Tina Botdorf serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth

Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth offers assisted living and memory care in Portsmouth, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Having both care levels available may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 75 beds. Housing includes suites and one-bedroom options, giving residents different layouts to consider. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet at the community. An on-site hair salon and barber handle grooming, while rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy.

A Walk Score of 69 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some nearby errands independently. Rachel Ford serves as the administrator.

Contact Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth

Overview of Emily Green Shores Assisted

Emily Green Shores Assisted is an assisted living community in Portsmouth, VA. Residents can receive help with activities of daily living and medication management, covering routine personal needs as well as medication-related tasks.

The community has 39 beds, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. A salon and spa allow residents to manage personal grooming on site, and special diets can support individual dietary needs. Emily Green Shores Assisted is faith-based and administered by Maria Irlinger.

Contact Emily Green Shores Assisted

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Portsmouth, VA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Portsmouth, VA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Portsmouth, VA is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Portsmouth, VA?

Assisted living in Portsmouth, VA typically ranges from $4,500–$7,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Portsmouth, VA?

Assisted living facilities in Portsmouth, VA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Virginia?

Assisted living in Virginia supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Virginia?

Assisted living in Virginia is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Virginia Medicaid cover assisted living?

Virginia Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Virginia) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

Assisted Living in Portsmouth at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Portsmouth, VA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 62The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Portsmouth, VA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90