Best Memory Care in Norfolk, VA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 memory care providers in Norfolk, VA using VA Depts. of Social Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. 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.
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.
Acclaim at East Beach
MC
AL
IL
Norfolk (East Ocean View)
92
Facility 92
VA AVG 102
Rank #140 / 276
Yes
55
Facility 55
VA AVG 46
Rank #109 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedDamian Polewczak
25.0%
Facility 25.0%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #210 / 213
A+6
17%
Facility 17%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
4
Facility 4
VA AVG 32
Rank #13 / 206
0.7
Facility 0.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #25 / 206
Signature Healthcare of Norfolk
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Norfolk (Ghent)
169
Facility 169
VA AVG 102
Rank #24 / 276
No
88
Facility 88
VA AVG 46
Rank #17 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed-
92.3%
Facility 92.3%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #26 / 213
B-3
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
40
Facility 40
VA AVG 32
Rank #156 / 206
13.3
Facility 13.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #84 / 206
Consulate Health Care of Norfolk
MC
NH
SNF
Norfolk
222
Facility 222
VA AVG 102
Rank #9 / 276
No
77
Facility 77
VA AVG 46
Rank #40 / 301
Studio / 1 Bed-
72.5%
Facility 72.5%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #118 / 213
D-5
100%
Facility 100%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 32
Rank #177 / 206
9.8
Facility 9.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #58 / 206
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine
MC
AL
RC
Norfolk
88
Facility 88
VA AVG 102
Rank #154 / 276
No
43
Facility 43
VA AVG 46
Rank #157 / 301
-Patrice Cherry
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #52 / 213
C13
92%
Facility 92%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
42
Facility 42
VA AVG 32
Rank #117 / 206
3.2
Facility 3.2
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #144 / 206
Province Place of DePaul
MC
AL
Norfolk (Talbot Park)
97
Facility 97
VA AVG 102
Rank #126 / 276
No
29
Facility 29
VA AVG 46
Rank #217 / 301
Private RoomsLinda Underdown
45.4%
Facility 45.4%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #199 / 213
D-43
74%
Facility 74%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
202
Facility 202
VA AVG 32
Rank #117 / 206
4.7
Facility 4.7
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #144 / 206
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
MC
AL
RC
Norfolk
90
Facility 90
VA AVG 102
Rank #144 / 276
No
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 46
Rank #69 / 301
-Claudia Salazar
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
VA AVG 71.9%
Rank #153 / 213
C30
77%
Facility 77%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #65 / 255
70
Facility 70
VA AVG 32
Rank #137 / 206
2.3
Facility 2.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #160 / 206
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
MC
AL
RC
Norfolk
90
Facility 90
VA AVG 102
Rank #144 / 276
No
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 46
Rank #69 / 301
-Claudia Salazar-C30
77%
Facility 77%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #52 / 255
702.3
Karolwood Gardens Norfolk
MC
AL
Norfolk (Talbot Park)
97
Facility 97
VA AVG 102
Rank #126 / 276
Yes
32
Facility 32
VA AVG 46
Rank #200 / 301
-Linda Underdown-D-43
74%
Facility 74%
VA AVG 57.7%
Rank #51 / 255
2024.7
Harbor‘s Edge
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Norfolk (Fort Norfolk)
83
Facility 83
VA AVG 102
Rank #263 / 276
Yes
46
Facility 46
VA AVG 46
Rank #143 / 301
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedSenece Midgett-?888%394.9
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
MC
AL
RC
Norfolk
90Yes
62
Facility 62
VA AVG 46
Rank #75 / 301
-Claudia Salazar-C3077%702.3

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other VA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 15 analyzed for Norfolk. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Acclaim at East Beach

Pursuing an independent living program is made fruitful and enjoyable with Acclaim at East Beach. Committed to providing the life of relaxation and personal fulfillment, daily tasks that once consumed your off-work hours are a thing of the past at Acclaim, empowering residents to explore this bright, new world to their heart’s content and with the utmost safety. Take in the glamorous view of your new home in Norfolk, and dive into the community’s independent living calendar to see what adventures await; take on a new hobby, learn a new skill, or go for an actual dip in the pool as you rest and relax on a warm, sunny day.

Indulge in culinary delights from the comfort of your independent living home, with an on-site restaurant, bistro, private dining rooms and outdoor patios to savor fresh coffee or happy hours while getting to know fellow residents. Not feeling social? Meals can be grabbed to-go, and enjoyed from the comfort of your own abode. However you want the day to go, Acclaim has got you covered.

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Overview of Signature Healthcare of Norfolk

Signature Healthcare of Norfolk, recognized as a reliable skilled nursing home, serves as a trusted haven for individuals in need of rehabilitation services, clinical care, and engaging nursing home activities during their golden years. This vibrant community maintains a welcoming culture, dedicated to delivering exceptional post-acute and skilled nursing care to seniors. It also takes pride in offering volunteer programs that contribute to a sense of community engagement.

In addition to its comprehensive services, the facility houses amenities like a computer station within the beauty shop. Further enhancing residents’ well-being, on-site podiatry, dental, and optometry services are readily available. Notably, the staff includes Spanish and Russian speakers, ensuring effective communication for residents who speak these languages. With a host of additional offerings, Signature Healthcare of Norfolk is committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment for its residents.

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Overview of Consulate Health Care of Norfolk

Owned by Amir Hajimomenian, Consulate Health Care of Norfolk is a nursing home on Llewellyn Avenue in Norfolk, Virginia. The 222-bed community serves a very walkable neighborhood where most errands and daily needs can be reached on foot. Family members can visit conveniently. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation and ongoing skilled nursing care.

Residents stay for an average of 216 days. The population is a mix of people recovering after a hospital stay and those who need longer-term nursing care.

Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 19 minutes per resident daily. This includes about 17 minutes from registered nurses, 1 hour and 47 minutes from nurse aides, and 50 minutes from licensed practical nurses. The staffing structure supports the hands-on care residents receive throughout the community.

State inspections over the past several years have repeatedly identified concerns involving environmental safety, medication management, infection control practices, staff training, and resident care processes. These are important operational and clinical areas that families should discuss when considering the community. Asking how the community maintains ongoing compliance and quality in its daily operations can provide helpful insight.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine

In Norfolk, VA, Commonwealth Senior Living at Ballentine works across assisted living, respite care, and memory care. Assisted living is the help a resident gets with bathing, with dressing, and with the medication routine.

The memory care level exists for the wandering risk that dementia can bring, and it meets that risk with a secured setting and somebody keeping watch. Respite care gives a family caregiver a short stay to use when travel or a recovery of their own gets in the way.

Three levels on one license mean the second and the third are already here when the first stops covering what a resident needs. Eighty-eight beds are what the license permits.

Monthly rates open at $4,050. Pets are allowed, which keeps an animal in the picture after a move. Dining shows up among the amenities, and daily activities, trips, and social programs fill the calendar.

At 43, the area is car-dependent, so getting to most places takes a vehicle. The administrator on record is Patrice Cherry.

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Overview of Province Place of DePaul

Province Place of DePaul Assisted Living stands as an exemplary choice among assisted living communities, offering an ideal environment for seniors to thrive both physically and mentally. Their dedicated team of highly trained medical staff ensures safety and quality care, elevating the assisted living experience for all residents, including dementia patients.

Here, residents can enjoy common areas adorned with fireplaces, adding a comforting touch to the communal spaces. Additionally, the facility houses an on-site beauty salon for the convenience of residents. With free Wi-Fi access and ample parking available in common areas, connectivity and accessibility are priorities. The home’s enclosed courtyard and well-maintained walking paths enrich the living experience. Specialized caregiver training further enhances the quality of care provided.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall in Norfolk offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while supporting a resident’s day to day living. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short term stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The community has 90 beds, and the starting price is $3,720, giving families an initial figure for planning placement costs. Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall may be a good fit for someone whose needs could grow over time because several care levels are available within the same community. Having those options in one place can allow a resident’s care to change without moving to a different community.

Farm to table dining with chef prepared meals means residents have meals prepared on site. A landscaped garden and patio provide outdoor space to use, while rehabilitation services, trips, and transportation are also available. The pet policy allows residents to keep a pet.

A Walk Score of 63 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Claudia Salazar serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall delivers assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite stays in Norfolk, Virginia. Personal care plans assist residents with daily routines like dining, bathing, and medication assistance. The memory care wing provides secured spaces designed to prevent wandering, while respite stays give family caregivers a reliable short-term care option during trips or recovery periods. Housing all three programs under one roof allows residents to adjust their support level as personal needs change.

Claudia Salazar manages this 90-bed community. Residents have access to chef-prepared, farm-to-table dining, on-site physical rehabilitation, and structured group outings with provided transportation. The property welcomes pets, and a walk score of 63 indicates a neighborhood where select errands can be handled without a car.

Prospective families considering memory support or senior living options in Norfolk can contact Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall to learn more about current space availability.

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Overview of Karolwood Gardens Norfolk

Serving 97 residents, Karolwood Gardens Norfolk is an assisted living community on Granby Street in the Talbot Park neighborhood of Norfolk, Virginia. The community is in a somewhat walkable area. Some services are within walking distance, but most errands require a short drive.

As a residential-scale assisted living community, Karolwood Gardens supports older adults who need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and meal preparation while encouraging independence. The smaller setting may appeal to families who value personalized attention and a quieter pace of living instead of a larger community with a long list of amenities.

Families considering Karolwood Gardens should schedule an in-person tour. The best way to get the feel for the community, find out what room options are available, what type of things are done daily, and what the approach to care is like is to visit the community. A tour also allows families to get a sense of how staff interacts with residents and if the environment and services of the community are a good fit for their loved one.

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Overview of Harbor‘s Edge

Focused on short-term rehabilitation, Harbor’s Edge is a 33-bed nursing community owned by Cathy L’heureux. Residents stay an average of 39 days, making it a suitable option for older adults recovering from surgery, orthopedic procedures, or hospitalization before returning home. The high-rise community offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom residences and accepts Medicare and private pay.

Around-the-clock nursing support is available, with residents receiving an average of 6 hours and 37 minutes of daily care. Registered nurses provide approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes each day, nursing aides contribute 4 hours and 3 minutes, and LPNs/LVNs add another 1 hour and 19 minutes to support rehabilitation and recovery.

Fine dining and a variety of freshly prepared meals help make daily life more comfortable during a rehabilitation stay. The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 46, allowing access to some nearby destinations on foot, although most trips require transportation. Tours are available daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., which allows families to explore the residences and learn more about the community.

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Overview of Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall

Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall, nestled in Norfolk, Virginia, stands as a cornerstone in assisted living facilities. This three-story home offers a spectrum of services, including memory care services, independent senior living, short-term stays, and adherence to the highest assisted living guidelines.
Here, seniors experience unwavering support from 24-hour on-site caregivers. Nourishing meals are served daily, ensuring both health and satisfaction. The community’s commitment extends beyond the basics, encompassing a diverse range of activities that infuse each day with fulfillment. It also boasts a 24-hour emergency response system and farm-to-table dining experience. Notably, Commonwealth Senior Living is not only a pet-friendly community but also a provider of engaging programs and housekeeping services.

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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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Memory Care in Norfolk at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Norfolk, 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: 111The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Norfolk, VA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Norfolk, VA

What is the average cost of memory care in Norfolk, VA?

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

What is the price range for memory care in Norfolk, VA?

Memory care in Norfolk, VA typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Norfolk, VA?

Memory care communities in Norfolk, VA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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.

Does Virginia Medicaid cover memory care?

Virginia Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 15 memory care communities in Norfolk, VA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.