Harbor‘s Edge

Memory Care in Norfolk

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Harbor‘s Edge

Memory Care in Norfolk

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Harbor‘s Edge accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Harbor‘s Edge

Harbor’s Edge stands as a distinguished senior living community in Norfolk, Virginia, offering meticulously appointed assisted living apartments, making it an ideal choice for those seeking assisted living places. The community provides a conducive environment for an active lifestyle, with a host of offerings that include regular fine dining excursions and cultural outings.

Residents at Harbor’s Edge also enjoy occasional themed holiday parties and special events, ensuring a vibrant community life. Families can rest assured, as this community prioritizes safety and security through features like a secured parking garage, an emergency call system, and video surveillance. Moreover, Harbor’s Edge boasts an impressive array of amenities, such as a library, a golf simulator, a jacuzzi hot tub, a fitness center, and a heated pool, among others.

(757) 910-0229

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 66.3% Above VA avg.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 44.1% Above VA avg.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 102.4% Above VA avg.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 22.0% Below VA avg.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Virginia state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 2nd out of 59 homes in Virginia.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
6h 37m per day
Rank #2 / 59Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 59 homes in Virginia.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Virginia average, with a ranking across 59 Virginia SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Virginia avg (3h 45m per day)
vs Virginia avg
+77%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 5h 4m per day

Capacity and availability

This home is often near full

Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher occupancy than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupancy rate 175% Rank #1 / 62Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 62 homes in Virginia.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its statewide rank out of 62. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay 39 days
Occupancy rate
175% Rank #1 / 62Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 62 homes in Virginia.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its statewide rank out of 62. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
39 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

74% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

26% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 - 6 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$39.5M
Operating deficit
-$7.1M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$39.5M Rank #10 / 59Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 59 homes in Virginia.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Virginia SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating deficit
-$7.1M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #19 / 59Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 59 homes in Virginia.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Virginia average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$10.5M
26.6% of revenue Rank #55 / 59Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 59 homes in Virginia.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Virginia average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$36.0M
Total costs $46.5M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 46 / 100 Rank #20 / 50Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 20th out of 50 homes in Virginia.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Virginia SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Awards

AwardsBest Designed Life Plan Community in America 2022

License Details

AccreditationsU.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Independent Living, Best Continuing Care Retirement Community

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Operating HoursMonday-Sunday: 9am-5pm

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionHarbor’s Edge offers fine dining and a variety of meal options.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Harbor‘s Edge

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Virginia average 4.2


Last Health inspection on Mar 2024

Total health citations
20 Rank #23 / 60Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 60 homes in Virginia.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Virginia state average, with a ranking across all 60 VA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Virginia average 38.4

Citations per inspection
5 Rank #16 / 60Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 60 homes in Virginia.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Virginia mean across 60 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Virginia average 8.93


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

19 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 1

0 critical citations More info Virginia average: 0.4

0 serious citations More info Virginia average: 1

20 moderate citations More info Virginia average: 36.3

0 minor citations More info Virginia average: 0.8
Citations history (last 3 years)
Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Mar 14, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Aug 11, 2022
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Aug 11, 2022
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Aug 11, 2022
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Virginia

Harbor‘s Edge is located in Norfolk, Virginia.
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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

Age 65+ or disabled
General Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
VA

Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Virginia resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
VA

Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

Age 60+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month 200% FPL
Asset Limits Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA

Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Chore services Assessments Respite (~5 days/year)

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
VA

Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Benefits
Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Equipment repair (~$250)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Virginia SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, VA resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified.
VA

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP/Goodwill partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
VA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025) ~$50,000-$75,000/year household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000
Asset Limits Varies e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000
VA

Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption/deferral (~$500-$2,000/year depending on locality)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General VA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Norfolk's city center to Harbor‘s Edge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.39 miles to nearest hospital (Fresenius Medical Care at Extended Recovery)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 111
Employees 47
Contractors 64
Staff to resident ratio 4.27:1
156% better than Virginia average

Virginia average ratio: 1.67:1

Avg staff/day 36
Average shift 7 hours
13% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 22,970
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 51
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

26.7%

6,124 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 31 Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Registered Nurse: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant2031519,56191100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse107172,89491100%7.5
Registered Nurse73102,76291100%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist0661,4227582%6.9
Administrator2029756571%7.5
Physical Therapy Aide0339447684%7.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist2029396774%7.8
RN Director of Nursing1015607077%8
Other Dietary Services Staff2025596369%8.1
Nurse Practitioner1014886571%7.5
Dental Services Staff1014825965%8.2
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist0224195965%6.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0553185864%4.6
Occupational Therapy Aide1123125662%4.6
Physical Therapy Assistant0221554448%3.5
Qualified Social Worker0221064853%2.1
Medical Director011704145%1.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant011633%2
51 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 82%
2 Administrator
% of Days 71%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 84%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 74%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 77%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 65%
2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 65%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 64%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 62%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 48%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 53%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 45%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 26
Medicare
10
38.5% of residents
Private pay or other
16
61.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 15.0
47% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 10.1

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 20.4
In line with Virginia average

Virginia average: 19.7

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 19.4%
15% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 16.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 21.3%
6% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 22.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 13.7%
278% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 12.7%
136% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 6.1%
296% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 1.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 14.0%
138% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 5.9%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 14.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.6%
68% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 12.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.1%
5% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 91.3%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 90.7%
21% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 74.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.9%
27% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 89.0%
21% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 73.6%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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