The Waterford at Virginia Beach

Q: What neighborhood is The Waterford at Virginia Beach in?

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

Q: Is The Waterford at Virginia Beach in a walkable area?

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

Q: 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.

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

The Waterford at Virginia Beach's occupancy is 75%.

Q: Who is the administrator of The Waterford at Virginia Beach?

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

Q: How many beds does The Waterford at Virginia Beach have?

The Waterford at Virginia Beach has 138 beds.

Q: Has The Waterford at Virginia Beach had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Waterford at Virginia Beach has had 29 recently reported deficiencies.

Overview of The Waterford at Virginia Beach

The Waterford at Virginia Beach offers a splendid opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking beach and scenic shoreline. The community is situated within a 20-minute drive from Norfolk International Airport, making it a convenient location for families. With its refreshing ambiance and top notch service, The Waterford stands out as one of the top-rated senior communities, as per consumer reviews on A Place for Mom.
The Waterford provides assisted living, memory care, and temporary stay services. The community’s recently renovated rooms offer modern, comfortable living spaces with floor plans designed with safety features in mind. Moreover, they provide an eclectic mix of engaging activities to suit the varying interests of their residents. Living here means enjoying the perks of enjoying everyday without worrying about home maintenance. Its round-the-clock staffing, emergency response system, and transportation services also ensure residents feel safe and secure day in, day out.

(757) 693-4841

138-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 66 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

75%

Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%

Occupied beds

104 / 138

Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusActive

ExpirationOctober 29, 2026

QualificationResidential and Assisted Living Care | Special Care Unit | Non-Ambulatory

The Waterford at Virginia Beach is administrated by Ms. Grace Sanvik.

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Since 2020 · 6 years of data 63 deficiencies 17 complaints 29 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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

Latest Inspection October 7, 2025 Renewal

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	63	32	This facility has 97% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (63 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 97% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2020.	10.5	5.3	This facility has 98% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (10.5 vs. VA avg 5.3).↑ 98% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	2.2	2.3	This facility has 4% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.2 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 4% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	29	14	This facility has 107% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (29 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 107% worse
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	18	9	This facility has 100% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (18 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 100% worse
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	62%	64%	This facility has 2 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (62% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 2% better

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	17	7	This facility has 143% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (17 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 143% worse
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2020.	2.8	1.2	This facility has 133% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.8 vs. VA avg 1.2).↑ 133% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The October 7, 2025 renewal inspection found one deficiency related to medication disposal and required a plan of correction.
The facility had repeated substantiated complaints from 2023 through early 2025 involving medication administration errors, incomplete individualized service plans, and failure to obtain timely criminal history reports.
Complaint investigations in May and December 2024 found some allegations unsubstantiated but confirmed ongoing issues with resident care documentation and individualized service plan compliance.

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13.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Virginia Beach's city center to The Waterford at Virginia Beach's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.02 miles to nearest hospital (Planned Parenthood - Virginia Beach Health Center)

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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).

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

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.

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

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).

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.

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

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

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.

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

Benefits

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

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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. Moderately 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%.

Who is the administrator of The Waterford at Virginia Beach?

Ms. 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.

Has The Waterford at Virginia Beach had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Waterford at Virginia Beach has had 29 recently reported deficiencies.

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