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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Portsmouth, VA

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Assisted living costs in Portsmouth average about $4,661 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 38 communities in Portsmouth. Our detailed directory has 562 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Colonial Home is a quaint 32 bed home located in the Deep Creek section of Chesapeake.  We serve a private pay resident in a home environment.  Colonial Home serves both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents and offers a full range of care, including rehabilitation services, home health care...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Carebridge Assisted Living Community provides accommodations on both a long term and respite care basis. Daily housekeeping, meal service, social programs and smiling faces are all part of assisted living at Carebridge. The people of Carebridge are skilled in providing personalized care to our...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Portsmouth, VA

The average cost of senior living in Portsmouth is $4,661 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waverly, VA with an average of $4,055 per month.

Assisted living costs in Portsmouth, VA, vs. nearby cities

Portsmouth, VA
$4,661/mo
$4,682/mo

Assisted living costs in Portsmouth, VA, vs. state and national averages

Portsmouth, VA
$4,661/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Portsmouth, VA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,661/mo
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Portsmouth, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,286/mo
Studio
$5,007/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,852/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,337/mo

Senior living costs in Portsmouth vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Portsmouth, VA
Column state: Virginia
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Community typePortsmouth, VAVirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,661/mo$5,442/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,698/mo$5,453/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,996/mo$4,621/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Portsmouth, VA:$4,661/mo
Virginia:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Portsmouth, VA:$4,698/mo
Virginia:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Portsmouth, VA:$3,996/mo
Virginia:$4,621/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Portsmouth, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Portsmouth and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Portsmouth, VA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Portsmouth have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Portsmouth, VA$4,302/mo$3,959/mo+8.7%
Virginia$5,742/mo$5,247/mo+9.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Portsmouth, VA
2024 average cost:$4,302/mo
2023 average cost:$3,959/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$5,742/mo
2023 average cost:$5,247/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
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2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Portsmouth, VA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Portsmouth

Recent reviews for assisted living in Portsmouth

Golden Years Assisted Living in Hampton, VA

5.0
Welcome to Golden Years! When looking for a new home, this assisted living is a five star hotel encircled by the care often associated with family. You go online and pick up pamphlets searching. Let me stop you right there! Look no further. I am a resident at Golden Years and have been since ...
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Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

The Hidenwood Community in Newport News, VA

4.3
I picked this community because of the staff and the comfort they give my parents. Everyone treats my parents with respect and love.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Bay Lake Community, a resident's family expresses gratitude for the compassionate care their loved one has received. At Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor, the friendly nature ...
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Varied and delicious dining options. Reviews emphasize the significance of tasty meals in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine, the food is praised as 'delicious', and at Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall, meals are described as 'really good' a ...
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Clean and well-maintained spaces. Residents and their families frequently comment on the cleanliness of the communities they live in, such as Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House, where a reviewer notes that the facility is 'very clean' and the rooms are 'nicely kept'.
Engaging activities tailored to residents' interests. Reviews mention the importance of activities for maintaining residents' engagement and enjoyment. At Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor, residents look forward to regular outings and have access to a full calendar of events, while at Bay Lake Community, the rec team is praised for cre ...
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Thoughtful and respectful care for residents. Throughout the reviews, the respect and care shown to residents is a consistent theme. For instance, at Harmony at Harbour View, staff are described as 'professional' and 'caring', and at Karolwood Gardens Norfolk, caregivers are commended for being 'very attentive' and 'thoughtful'.
Comfortable and spacious living areas. Residents and their families express appreciation for the comfort and size of their living spaces at various communities. For example, at Mayfair House Senior Living, a reviewer comments on the 'nice size' of the apartments, and at Bay Lake Community, the rooms are described as 'beautiful' a ...
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Portsmouth review score based on 101 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 101 reviews of 35 Portsmouth assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Portsmouth review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Portsmouth review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Portsmouth, VA35 facilities
8.3
Norfolk, VA40 facilities
8.6
Chesapeake, VA21 facilities

Review subcategories for Portsmouth assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 101 reviews of 35 Portsmouth assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Portsmouth resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Portsmouth, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.4
4.0
Meals & dining
3.0
3.7
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.1
3.7
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Portsmouth assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portsmouth assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portsmouth, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Portsmouth assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Portsmouth that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Portsmouth, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.9%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Portsmouth assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Portsmouth Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Portsmouth, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.4%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Portsmouth assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Portsmouth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Portsmouth, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Portsmouth assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Portsmouth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portsmouth, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portsmouth assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Portsmouth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Portsmouth, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Portsmouth

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Portsmouth protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House, Karolwood Gardens of Portsmouth and Bay Lake Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Portsmouth, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 38 assisted living facilities near Portsmouth, Virginia. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Portsmouth, Virginia is The Waterford at Virginia Beach. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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