Occupancy rate
54%
In line with Virginia averageEmily Green Shores Assisted
Assisted Living in Portsmouth
Emily Green Shores Assisted
Assisted Living in Portsmouth
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.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
39
39-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 13 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Virginia averageOccupied beds
21 / 39
Average residents
98 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationJune 30, 2027
QualificationNon-Ambulatory | Residential and Assisted Living Care
Emily Green Shores Assisted is administrated by Ms. Veronica Drewery.
Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
ActivitiesMonthly calendar packed full of activities and programs.
Specific ProgramsThree meals and daily snacks, Daily resident activities, Housekeeping and laundry services, Assistance with activities of daily living.
Food DescriptionThe menu reflects a balance of variety and heartiness, cooked in a home-style fashion.
Meals IncludedYes
Special DietsYes
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 60 Years Old
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Emily Green Shores Assisted
Assisted Living
Inspection History
In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.
14 inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
8 inspections related to complaints
11 inspections with violations (78.6%)
Virginia average: 14 inspections
Virginia average: 64.3% of inspections with violations
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8 complaints
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Virginia average: 7 complaints
Latest inspection
Date
August 25, 2025
Complaint InvestigationInspection oversight
Inspector name:Lanesha Allen
25 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Virginia average: 32 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Emily Green Shores Assisted
The most recent inspection on August 25, 2025, found a deficiency related to a lapse in administrator coverage. Earlier inspections identified various issues including medication administration, resident care documentation, staff background checks, infestation control, and personnel practices. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, except for substantiated cases involving bed bug infestations, personnel scope of practice, resident care documentation, and unauthorized release of resident information. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. The inspection history shows ongoing challenges with administrative oversight and compliance in resident care and personnel management, with no clear pattern of overall improvement or decline.
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