Mayfair House Senior Living

Assisted Living in Portsmouth

Mayfair House Senior Living

Assisted Living in Portsmouth

Overview of Mayfair House Senior Living

Boasting a home-like ambiance creates a beautiful experience for residents to feel like they belong. They encourage independence in their residents, which is why they provide a lifestyle based on their terms. The home specializes in ambulatory, non-ambulatory care, and hospice services delivered with the assurance seniors maintain comfort and flexibility. Mayfair House is committed to creating a wonderful home for seniors to embrace a new life chapter.

Community accommodations include round-the-clock care, housekeeping, transportation, home-cooked meals, medication management, and ADLs. A team of professionals available consists of a dietician, a nursing staff, and medication aides.

(757) 397-3411

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 55
Bed community size
55-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 84 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
47%
In line with Virginia average
Occupied beds
26 / 55
Average residents 98 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2025
QualificationResidential and Assisted Living Care | Non-Ambulatory

Ownership & Operating Entity

Mayfair House Senior Living is administrated by Tina Botdorf.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Mayfair House Senior Living

Assisted Living Hospice Care

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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.

12 inspections Info 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.

4 inspections related to complaints

11 inspections with violations (91.7%)

Virginia average: 14 inspections

Virginia average: 64.3% of inspections with violations

4 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 March 17, 2025
Complaint Investigation

Inspection oversight

Inspector name:Alyshia E Walker

52 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Virginia average: 32 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Mayfair House Senior Living

The most recent inspection on March 17, 2025, found no deficiencies after a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to medication management, staff conduct, documentation, and building maintenance. Several complaint investigations substantiated issues such as improper medication administration, failure to respect residents’ rights, and incomplete staff background checks. Enforcement actions like fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows ongoing challenges with regulatory compliance, with some recent investigations indicating repeated concerns in resident care and staff performance.

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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 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portsmouth's city center to Mayfair House Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.47 miles to nearest hospital (Naval Medical Center Portsmouth)

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