Page 23 of Best Assisted Living in Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 345 assisted living communities in 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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
90
Facility 90
VA AVG 94
Rank #148 / 311
Yes
21
Facility 21
VA AVG 45
Rank #271 / 336
Catherine Abott
75.6%
Facility 75.6%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #110 / 238
B+36
58%
Facility 58%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
54
Facility 54
VA AVG 32
Rank #169 / 246
1.5
Facility 1.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #188 / 246
Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chesapeake
73
Facility 73
VA AVG 94
Rank #206 / 311
No
13
Facility 13
VA AVG 45
Rank #303 / 336
Kenya Bains
65.8%
Facility 65.8%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #159 / 238
B-32
72%
Facility 72%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #54 / 303
59
Facility 59
VA AVG 32
Rank #231 / 246
1.8
Facility 1.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #15 / 246
Prestige Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Triangle
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 94
Rank #293 / 311
No
3
Facility 3
VA AVG 45
Rank #334 / 336
Stephen Gachoki
25.0%
Facility 25.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #236 / 238
C+4
50%
Facility 50%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #45 / 303
14
Facility 14
VA AVG 32
Rank #81 / 246
3.5
Facility 3.5
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #35 / 246
Shenandoah Place, Inc.
AL
HOS
RC
New Market
30
Facility 30
VA AVG 94
Rank #285 / 311
No
56
Facility 56
VA AVG 45
Rank #113 / 336
Kelli Bailey
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #202 / 238
C16
88%
Facility 88%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
45
Facility 45
VA AVG 32
Rank #158 / 246
2.8
Facility 2.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #179 / 246
Living Well Assisted Living
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 94
Rank #293 / 311
No
20
Facility 20
VA AVG 45
Rank #277 / 336
Tina Waring
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #34 / 238
C-9
89%
Facility 89%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 32
Rank #227 / 246
6.7
Facility 6.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #241 / 246
Babcock Manor, Inc.
AL
Manor Appomattox
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 94
Rank #279 / 311
No
42
Facility 42
VA AVG 45
Rank #181 / 336
Patricia House
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #129 / 238
D+8
88%
Facility 88%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
59
Facility 59
VA AVG 32
Rank #205 / 246
7.4
Facility 7.4
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #222 / 246
Covenant Woods
AL
IL
Mechanicsville
60
Facility 60
VA AVG 94
Rank #232 / 311
Yes
35
Facility 35
VA AVG 45
Rank #201 / 336
Carrie Davis
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #60 / 238
B9
89%
Facility 89%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
17
Facility 17
VA AVG 32
Rank #71 / 246
1.9
Facility 1.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #97 / 246
Hermitage Deep Run
AL
MC
Richmond
90
Facility 90
VA AVG 94
Rank #148 / 311
No
59
Facility 59
VA AVG 45
Rank #91 / 336
Brittany Ingram-Adkins-A8
25%
Facility 25%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #11 / 303
30.4
Emily Green Shores Assisted
AL
Portsmouth (Midtown)
39
Facility 39
VA AVG 94
Rank #270 / 311
No
13
Facility 13
VA AVG 45
Rank #303 / 336
Maria Irlinger
69.2%
Facility 69.2%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #144 / 238
B-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
Cardinal Senior Communities
AL
MC
RC
Bedford
57
Facility 57
VA AVG 94
Rank #245 / 311
No
65
Facility 65
VA AVG 45
Rank #65 / 336
Hollie Bruffy
64.9%
Facility 64.9%
VA AVG 70.6%
Rank #162 / 238
C+31
68%
Facility 68%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #76 / 303
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 32
Rank #215 / 246
2.0
Facility 2.0
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #232 / 246

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Overview of Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community sits on Shore Drive in Virginia Beach. Managed by Bay Lake Retirement Unlimited, Inc., with Catherine Abott serving as administrator, the facility offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care on a single campus.

The community holds licensing for residential and assisted living care, which includes a dedicated special care unit and accommodations for non-ambulatory residents. Operating with 90 beds, the property maintains an occupancy rate of around 74 percent. The surrounding area has a walk score of 21, meaning daily errands and trips off campus generally require a car.

On-site care is supported by a licensed nursing team available 24 hours a day. Standard services cover housekeeping, scheduled rides, and a structured life enrichment program for social activities. Apartments come with individual heating and air conditioning controls, and the building is equipped with safety and fire systems along with routine and emergency maintenance.

Amenities include a library with computer and internet access, landscaped grounds with raised garden beds, furnished verandas, and pet-friendly policies. A city park and recreation center are also located nearby.

Family members can contact the front desk on Shore Drive directly to check current openings, ask about specific care plans, or schedule a tour.

Contact Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community

Overview of Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake

Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Chesapeake, VA. Memory care provides a clinically guided program in a setting with supervision from a team trained as dementia practitioners, supporting residents who need specialized dementia care. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Respite care offers short-term stays, and the combination of dementia care and respite services may suit a resident with dementia or a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

The community has 73 beds. Starting prices are $4,080 for a Companion Suite and $4,800 for a Private Suite, allowing families to compare suite types when planning costs. Ms. Kenya Baines serves as the administrator.

Residents have access to a landscaped garden and patio, farm-to-table dining, rehabilitation services, and trips and social programs. The community also offers the Sweet Memories™ Program and Companion Living, with private and companion suites available.

Contact Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake

Overview of Prestige Assisted Living

Prestige Assisted Living offers a close-knit community to call home in the vibrant Triangle, VA, where exceptional care meets exceptional living. This premier senior living community provides assisted living and respite care services in a secure and supportive environment. Here, residents can choose from a selection of beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations tailored to their preferences. Moreover, the community is committed to providing top-quality individualized care plans for its residents catering to their immediate needs and interests through a well-trained and dedicated team.

Have a glorious retirement with its above-and-beyond amenities and services devoted to delivering the utmost care and support every senior deserves. Indulge in delicious and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Boost physical endurance and social engagement by attending fitness classes and outings respectively. Here, life is celebrated with comfort, peace, and excellence.

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Overview of Shenandoah Place

Shenandoah Place provides assisted living, hospice care, and respite care in New Market, VA. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks while a resident remains in a residential setting, hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care, and respite care provides a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary relief. The range of care can suit someone who needs daily assistance, a family caregiver arranging a short stay, or a resident receiving hospice support.

Shenandoah Place has 30 beds, making it a smaller community where residents and staff can get to know one another. Spacious rooms, private baths, a community sunroom, and three outdoor porches give residents several places for personal time or relaxation. An in-house beauty salon and barber shop lets residents receive grooming services within the community, while a private dining room accommodates special family meals.

Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapeutic support during their stay. A Walk Score of 56 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select destinations independently. Ms Kelli S Bailey serves as the administrator.

Contact Shenandoah Place, Inc.

Overview of Living Well Assisted Living

Located in the neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA, Living Well Assisted Living is a distinct senior living community, offering a safe haven for residents needing exceptional assisted living and memory care. The community offers a wide range of services tailored to enhance residents’ quality of life, such as assistance with daily living activities and supportive memory care. A dedicated care team thoroughly assess residents’ needs and provide them with an effective personalized care plan, as well as access to skilled nursing and rehabilitation services through its trusted partnerships should residents need it.

With a focus on residents wellness, the community provides an array of fun fitness programs like yoga, meditation, and personal training to help residents maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. Residents also enjoy freshly made organic meals to ensure they eat healthy and receive the nourishment they need to stay on top of their health. With excellent care, services, and programs, the community provides residents utmost peace of mind about their future.

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Overview of Babcock Manor

Babcock Manor is an assisted living community in Appomattox, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain their own living space. With 33 beds, the community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting. Babcock Manor opened in 1884.

The property includes gardens, lawn seating, and yard games, giving residents outdoor areas for sitting or recreation. A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Mrs. Patricia House serves as the administrator.

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Covenant Woods

7090 Covenant Woods Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Overview of Covenant Woods

Located on Woodruff Farm Road in Columbus, Georgia, Covenant Woods is a 29-bed independent living community. The setting offers a quieter residential atmosphere with moderate walkability. The community has beeen operating for 41 years and has had a long-standing presence in local senior care.

Independent living is the focus here. Residents maintain their own homes and daily routines, and they have access to community and services. Many choose this type of setting because they want to remain active and independent. This arrangement often appeals to older adults who are active and prefer a self-directed lifestyle. The community’s 41-year history reflects continuity and stability over time.

The surrounding area scores 56 out of 100 for walkability. Some errands and nearby amenities can be reached on foot. Many trips, however, still require a vehicle. That balance may appeal to residents and families who prefer a residential neighborhood rather than a more urban environment.

Recent complaint investigations found no deficiencies or rule violations. Regulatory reviews have shown compliance with state oversight standards. For families exploring Covenant Woods, taking a tour can provide a better understanding of the independent living model. The community’s floor plan, daily atmosphere, and available amenities are often easier to evaluate firsthand.

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Hermitage Deep Run

9991 Ridgefield Parkway, Richmond, VA 23233
Overview of Hermitage Deep Run

Hermitage Deep Run offers assisted living and memory care in Richmond, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident keeps a personal living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available in one community, so a resident whose needs grow can move to a different level without leaving Hermitage Deep Run. That may make the community a good fit for someone who may need more support over time. The community has 90 beds, and Brittany Ingram-Adkins serves as its administrator.

Respite care is available for short stays. It can suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. Volunteer opportunities give residents a way to take part in organized service activities, while a Walk Score of 59 means some errands can be done on foot, giving a resident who no longer drives opportunities to get out independently.

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Overview of Emily Green Shores Assisted

Emily Green Shores Assisted Living Facility offers cozy, home-like residential living. Tranquility surrounds your environment with a family-like atmosphere, contributing to an inspiring and relaxing experience in the nurturing home. Emily Green boasts a home with delightful hospitality that encourages residents to live on their terms while receiving quality service from the dedicated care staff.

The assisted living home offers seniors a simple lifestyle, encouraging independence and individuality. Accommodations include daily home-cooked meals, recreational activities, medication management, ADLs, housekeeping, and transportation services.

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Overview of Cardinal Senior Communities

Cardinal Senior Communities offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Bedford, VA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care gives a family a short stay option when their usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family arranging temporary care. The community has 57 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. The starting price is $2,300 per month, giving families a baseline monthly figure, although the confirmed facts do not connect that amount to a specific care level.

Residents can use the full service dining experience and full service salon on site, keeping meals and personal grooming within the community. Handicap accessible transportation is also available for residents who need accessible travel. A Walk Score of 65 is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

Hollie E. Bruffy serves as the administrator.

Contact Cardinal Senior Communities

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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Assisted Living in Virginia at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,911The average monthly cost across facilities in Virginia. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Virginia. 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: 94The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Virginia

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.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 345 assisted living facilities in Virginia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Virginia?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Virginia, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Virginia?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.