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Page 2 of Best Senior Living in Virginia Beach, VA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 18 senior living communities in Virginia Beach, VA using VA Depts. of Social Services & Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
The Waterford at Virginia Beach
IL
AL
MC
RC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
138B-No 66 -Grace Sanvik 75.4% A+3256%632.0
Bickford of Virginia Beach
IL
AL
MC
Virginia Beach
74D-Yes 45 Private RoomsLoryn Duncan-Marcil 78.4% -2596%1716.8
Living Well Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 111
Rank #78 / 79
C-No
20
Facility 20
VA AVG 41
Rank #60 / 80
-Tina Waring
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
VA AVG 70.5%
Rank #28 / 60
-989%606.7
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
IL
AL
MC
NH
Virginia Beach
95B+No 49 -Teresa Anderson 90.5% -933%171.9
Discovery Commons Virginia Beach
IL
AL
MC
RC
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
153B+Yes 35 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrooke Bravo--1164%80.7
The Villages of Rosemont
IL
AL
MC
Virginia Beach (Windsor Woods)
80CNo 34 -Steve De Jesus 78.8% -1669%452.8
Arden Courts of Virginia Beach
IL
MC
RC
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
72A+No 46 -Sandra Stover 73.6% -617%10.2
Atlantic Shores
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Virginia Beach
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 111
Rank #106 / 117
B+Yes
8
Facility 8
VA AVG 41
Rank #149 / 158
1 Bed / 2 BedTripp Little
77.0%
Facility 77.0%
VA AVG 70.5%
Rank #37 / 88
A+----

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other VA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 18 analyzed for Virginia Beach. See how we rank facilities

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The Waterford at Virginia Beach

5417 Wesleyan Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Overview of The Waterford at Virginia Beach

An assisted living community on Wesleyan Drive in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is The Waterford at Virginia Beach. It houses 138 residents across its buildings, currently at about three-quarters occupancy.

The neighborhood scores 66 for walkability. This means some errands and amenities are walkable while most trips involve a quick drive. The home welcomes assisted living occupants and operates at a moderate occupancy level, signaling availability for new admissions.

The facility’s regulatory oversight has centered on medication administration, care documentation, and the completeness of individualized service plans. Such areas still receive attention from state inspectors and investigators, with recent findings pointing to active attention to proper procedures and recordkeeping in these domains. It’s encouraged for prospective residents and families to ask the facility about how it ensures accurate medication handling and upholds thorough documentation for each occupant’s care plan.

For families considering The Waterford at Virginia Beach, an on-site tour will provide a clear sense of the facility, the surrounding neighborhood, and residents’ daily life.,

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Overview of Bickford of Virginia Beach

Since 1992, Bickford Senior Living in Virginia Beach has grown to include 65 branches, its roots grounded in the legacy of Mary Bickford’s ever-growing family tree, which has inspired the staff to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for seniors of all abilities.

Accessibility is a priority in this home, with handicap-accessible facilities and ample resident parking available. The cozy café is perfect for gathering and socializing, and the day trips and outings offer endless opportunities for exploration and fun. The staff also provides thoughtful services such as housekeeping, chaplain services, and medication management. Furthermore, Bickford Senior Living understands the importance of pets in the residents’ lives, which is why the community is proud to be pet-friendly. 

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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 Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Founded in 1939 by the Dominican Sisters as a home for those with incurable cancer, Our Lady of Perpetual Help carries a specific identity that still shapes its care model today. The 95-bed nursing home, assisted living, and memory care community at 4560 Princess Anne Rd in Virginia Beach is not a generalist senior living facility. It is oriented toward serious medical need.

The clinical scope reflects that. Confirmed services include tracheostomy care, palliative medical care, therapeutic recreation, and social services, alongside a Special Care Unit for memory care residents. Laundry, barber services, and Wi-Fi are available. One- and two-bedroom floor plans give residents more space than a typical nursing home configuration. Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is about 3 miles away. The neighborhood is somewhat walkable (Walk Score 49), though most trips require a car; the facility sits 12 miles from Virginia Beach’s city center.

Current occupancy is 83%, with 79 of 95 beds occupied. Nurse aides contribute 2 hours and 29 minutes of care per resident per day; registered nurses account for 46 minutes. Terri Anderson, RN, LNHA, has led administration since 2004. State inspections have tended to focus on medication management, fire safety, staffing credentials, and care planning.

What the data and the history together describe is a faith-rooted facility that has centered complex and end-of-life care for more than 85 years. Families navigating serious illness, palliative needs, or memory care in Virginia Beach will find a care model here that was built specifically for that population.

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Overview of Discovery Commons Virginia Beach

Experience Discovery Commons (Formerly Atria Assisted Living at Virginia Beach), located in the vibrant coastal city of Virginia Beach. This memory care assisted living community offers easy access to a wealth of attractions and activities. Immerse yourself in the rich history, indulge in the local culinary scene, and explore the diverse arts and entertainment options. Virginia Beach boasts an array of shopping venues and iconic locations like the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art and the iconic Virginia Beach Oceanfront, just minutes away.

At Discovery Commons, you’ll find top-class amenities, memory care facilities, and a dedicated team of friendly care professionals available 24/7. As the area’s premier choice for value and Assisted Living, residents can enjoy three chef-prepared meals per day and a calendar filled with engaging social events and activities. Their cozy suites offer privacy and home-like comfort. Each suite features low-pile carpeting, a spacious tiled bathroom with a walk-in shower and safety features, and ample storage space. Enjoy the abundant natural light that streams through the large picture windows adorned with premium blinds. With an integrated emergency call system, cable, phone, internet services, and all utilities included, residents can relax knowing they have everything they need.

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Overview of The Villages of Rosemont

The Villages of Rosemont provides assisted living and memory care in Virginia Beach, VA. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because both care levels are available in one community, The Villages of Rosemont may be a good fit for a resident whose care needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community is in the Windsor Woods neighborhood. It has 80 beds and a 74% occupancy rate, meaning 74% of its beds are occupied. Steve De Jesus serves as administrator. A Walk Score of 34 out of 100 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for them.

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Overview of Arden Courts of Virginia Beach

Arden Courts of Virginia Beach provides memory care and respite care in Virginia Beach, VA. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias, while respite care provides a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 72 beds, and trained caregivers are available 24/7, giving residents caregiver support throughout the day and night. Residents can receive assistance with daily hygiene and medication support, along with engagement therapy treatment and rehabilitation services. Secure exits lead to landscaped paths and shaded outdoor patios, providing access to outdoor areas within the community’s secured setting.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride for a resident who no longer drives. Sandra Stover serves as the administrator, and the community may be a good fit for a person with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia whose family also needs a short-term respite option.

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Atlantic Shores

1200 Atlantic Shores Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Overview of Atlantic Shores

Atlantic Shores is a 55+ retirement community in Virginia Beach, VA, that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community promotes a supportive and welcoming environment to ensure older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. Exceptional services, including housekeeping, well-balanced meals, and concierge services, are also provided, so residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle. Focusing on residents’ holistic wellness, the community also creates care plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Dance, board games, and pet-friendly outings are just some of the activities that residents can participate in to stay active and have fun. Residents can also lounge and interact with their surroundings through state-of-the-art amenities, including the indoor pool, fitness center, and beautifully maintained gardens. With its scenic setting near Lake Redwing and various leisure sites, residents are guaranteed a stress-free retirement. This retirement community has high standards of care, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Virginia.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Living in Virginia Beach, VA

What is senior living?

Senior living is an umbrella term covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — communities and services designed for adults aged 55 or older.

How many senior living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 18 senior living communities in Virginia Beach, VA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior living community in Virginia Beach, VA?

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 Beach, VA, 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 senior living communities in Virginia Beach, VA?

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.

Senior Living in Virginia Beach at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Virginia Beach, 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: 87The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia Beach, VA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90