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The Waterford at Virginia Beach
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Virginia Beach, VA
Exterior view of The Waterford at Virginia Beach entrance Dining area with festive decorations and dining tables. Outdoor courtyard with seating and residents Residents enjoying a gathering in a common area Residents participating in a fun activity in a common area

The Waterford at Virginia Beach

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Virginia Beach, VA
5417 Wesleyan Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455 View map
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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.,

Facility Direct Line (757) 693-4841
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 138 Rank #48 / 311Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 48th out of 311 assisted living communities we track in Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #61 / 336Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 61st out of 336 assisted living communities we track in Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
66 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #105 / 249Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 105th out of 249 assisted living communities we track in Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 249. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
75.4% This home usually has availability
Higher than the Virginia average: 69.8%
Occupied beds
104 / 138
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 29, 2026
QualificationAssisted Living | Special Care Un | Non-Ambulatory

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Waterford at Virginia Beach is administered by Grace Sanvik.

Contact Information

Business Hours- ,

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 63 deficiencies 16 complaints 22 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 4 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (97% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (7% above)
• Total complaints (129% above)
• Complaints per year (125% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 6332 This facility has 97% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (63 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 97% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.92.7 This facility has 7% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.9 vs. VA avg 2.7).↑ 7% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 2214 This facility has had 57% more total inspections than the Virginia average (22 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 57% more

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 167 This facility has 129% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 129% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2020. 2.71.2 This facility has 125% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.7 vs. VA avg 1.2).↑ 125% worse
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Address 5417 Wesleyan Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

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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. 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.
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 deficiencies, 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 deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Marian Manor Retirement
AL
IL
RC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
145
Facility 145
VA AVG 94
Rank #39 / 311
No
51
Facility 51
VA AVG 45
Rank #134 / 336
Private RoomsKaren Land
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #42 / 249
-7
71%
Facility 71%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #198 / 303
2
Facility 2
VA AVG 7
Rank #105 / 303
16
Facility 16
VA AVG 32
Rank #108 / 248
2.3
Facility 2.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #130 / 248
The Waterford at Virginia Beach
AL
MC
RC
Virginia Beach (Northwest)
138
Facility 138
VA AVG 94
Rank #48 / 311
No
66
Facility 66
VA AVG 45
Rank #61 / 336
-Grace Sanvik
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #105 / 249
A+22
77%
Facility 77%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #221 / 303
17
Facility 17
VA AVG 7
Rank #283 / 303
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 32
Rank #215 / 248
2.9
Facility 2.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #164 / 248
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
120
Facility 120
VA AVG 94
Rank #72 / 311
Yes
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 45
Rank #157 / 336
1 BedJulia Fretwell
57.5%
Facility 57.5%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #187 / 249
-7
86%
Facility 86%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #256 / 303
2
Facility 2
VA AVG 7
Rank #105 / 303
25
Facility 25
VA AVG 32
Rank #138 / 248
3.6
Facility 3.6
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #190 / 248
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
AL
MC
NH
Virginia Beach
95
Facility 95
VA AVG 94
Rank #136 / 311
No
49
Facility 49
VA AVG 45
Rank #145 / 336
-Teresa Anderson
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #58 / 249
-8
38%
Facility 38%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #61 / 303
2
Facility 2
VA AVG 7
Rank #105 / 303
17
Facility 17
VA AVG 32
Rank #117 / 248
2.1
Facility 2.1
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #125 / 248
First Colonial Inn
AL
IL
MC
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
85
Facility 85
VA AVG 94
Rank #160 / 311
Yes
63
Facility 63
VA AVG 45
Rank #73 / 336
Private RoomsTina Marin
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
VA AVG 69.8%
Rank #56 / 249
-9
78%
Facility 78%
VA AVG 59.1%
Rank #227 / 303
1
Facility 1
VA AVG 7
Rank #68 / 303
34
Facility 34
VA AVG 32
Rank #168 / 248
3.8
Facility 3.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #198 / 248

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

The Waterford at Virginia Beach is located in Virginia Beach, 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)

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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Waterford at Virginia Beach

What neighborhood is The Waterford at Virginia Beach in?

The Waterford at Virginia Beach is in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach.

Is The Waterford at Virginia Beach in a walkable area?

The Waterford at Virginia Beach has a walk score of 66. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

When does The Waterford at Virginia Beach's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, The Waterford at Virginia Beach's license expires on October 29, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Waterford at Virginia Beach?

The Waterford at Virginia Beach's occupancy is 75.4%.

Are pets allowed at The Waterford at Virginia Beach?

No, The Waterford at Virginia Beach has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of The Waterford at Virginia Beach?

Grace Sanvik is the administrator of The Waterford at Virginia Beach.

How many beds does The Waterford at Virginia Beach have?

The Waterford at Virginia Beach has 138 beds.

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