Bickford of Chesapeake
361 Great Bridge Blvd, Chesapeake, VA, 23320
5.0
(1 reviews)
"If you think there's not much going on in a senior living community, you've never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying deliciou..."
READ MOREAssisted living can be useful for older adults who need some help with everyday activities. It includes services, such as meals, housekeeping and transportation. The average cost of assisted living in Norfolk is close to the national average although monthly fees vary widely in the region. Costs are considerably higher in nearby Washington, D.C., and the capital city of Raleigh, North Carolina. Only Greenville, North Carolina, a small inland town, has a lower monthly assisted living rate than Norfolk’s, which is $4,690 per month.
In this guide, the pros and cons of assisted living in Norfolk are examined, along with a brief overview of other care options. There’s also a list of free local services for area seniors, including resources to help pay for assisted living.
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361 Great Bridge Blvd, Chesapeake, VA, 23320
5.0
(1 reviews)
"If you think there's not much going on in a senior living community, you've never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying deliciou..."
READ MORE3751 Sentara Way, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452
3.8
(5 reviews)
"It was better. There were more activities, and there were nicer facilities too. The rooms were very nice and spacious. The staff was really engaged, warm, and inviting. ..."
READ MORE2600 Shorehaven Dr, Virginia Beach, VA, 23454
"At Living Well Assisted Living, a residential care home, we treat every resident like our own family. We genuinely care about the health and..."
READ MORE4724 Skipjack Ct, Virginia Beach, VA, 23464
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The company staff/owners have been incredibly helpful; they attentively listened to my needs and concerns. They expressed genuine empathy and compassion. They reached out to me days later to ensure that I didn’t need anything else, but also reassured..."
READ MORE5620 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach, VA, 23455
"My dad and I toured several assisted living facilities. The Gardens seemed transparent in their policies and was more interested in a good fit for my dad than in sales--and for us it included his ability to stay there as he needs changed. He moved ..."
READ MORE3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA, 23451
4.8
(11 reviews)
"I know people in the assisted living of Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay Retirement Community. They're 5-star, they're really expensive but you definitely get your money's worth. Usually when I go there, there were people in the reception des..."
READ MORE5345 Marian Lane, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462
4.5
(12 reviews)
"I toured Marian Manor. The staff member we met was very professional, very knowledgeable, and caring. The facility is so nice. It's a really beautiful place. It was competitive and comparable with the other places. The rooms are very spacious, very c..."
READ MORE1012 Justis St., Chesapeake, VA, 23325
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The service at Indian River Residential Care Community is wonderful because this is a facility that all the people there are all in auxiliary grant, which mean that they are not a rich facility and I don't know if they have patients with private pay...."
READ MORE757 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA, 23322
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My dad has put a deposit down on The Vero at Chesapeake. It is 2 miles from my home, but it's also a new facility. It's very nice. One of the features that my dad likes a lot is that their dining style is restaurant style. It's open from 7 to 7 and t..."
READ MOREOne Bon Secours Way, Portsmouth, VA, 23703
4.2
(9 reviews)
"I got to participate in the family parade that was held two weeks ago. It was so nice with everything going on. The residents seemed to really enjoy the parade. Very well put together. I have done a virtual tour of the community as well and it was ni..."
READ MORE901 Enterprise Way, Portsmouth, VA, 23704
4.5
(6 reviews)
"We chose Mayfair House for my parents and it has been two months since they have been there. The place is very clean. All of the employees that we met are very caring and attentive. They take care of their meds. There's a doctor's office right next d..."
READ MORE1 Bon Secours Way, Portsmouth, VA, 23703
4.2
(5 reviews)
"My brother-in-law has moved into Karolwood Gardens Portsmouth. The staff seems pleasant, helpful, attentive, and caring. The facility is clean, and it is a nice and pleasant environment. He has a nice and very clean room. All his furniture is new and..."
READ MORE6860 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA, 23435
"Bickford of Suffolk was outstanding, but it was pricey. Everyone seemed happy and willing to help. They did things on a schedule, and it was a locked down facility. They did an outstanding job with the recreational therapy, and there were a lot of in..."
READ MORE776 Oak Grove Road, Chesapeake, VA, 23320
"Staff, including office, cleaning and kitchen staff observed to treat clients with respect and kindness, during the year my mother has been a client. The dining room is kept clean with tablecloths and small centerpieces giving a homey look during mea..."
READ MORE904 George Washington Hwy North, Chesapeake, VA, 23323
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The location of The Colonial Home was very good. I saw the model room, and it had a small wall separating the living room, which was something that I could turn into an office space. The dining room was very nice, and I had no problem with the food. ..."
READ MORE3736 Turnpike Road, Portsmouth, VA, 23701
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I thought it was a well run place, and it residents seem well care and happy. My friend liked it. Shd hasn't decided yet, but Lillian's Loving care is at the top of her list. ..."
READ MORE1049 College Park Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA, 23464
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I've visited Beth Sholom Village on several occasions to see my grandfather. Each time I visited him, I was left with a positive impression of the facility. He stayed in a small, but cozy, one bedroom unit in the assisted living center designed to a..."
READ MORE500 Westmoreland Avenue, Portsmouth, VA, 23707
"My Mom has been at Emily Green for just over a year. She has received such sweet care. Any concern I may have is addressed right away. There is a salon, living area, dining area. The food is homemade! Mom has gained some weight which was much ne..."
READ MORE1005 Deep Creek Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA, 23323
3.3
(3 reviews)
"We were referred to Parsons Residential Care. They could take my mother, who is a double amputee, and it was perfect. It was an older facility, but it was well maintained. They were very family oriented, they had a calendar of events for all the pati..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities in Norfolk are regulated by the Virginia Department of Social Services. The department provides continuing education for assisted living providers and regularly inspects the 44 licensed assisted living facilities in the Norfolk area.
The average cost of assisted living in Norfolk is $4,690 per month. This amount varies according to the facility’s services, amenities and location.
The $4,690 monthly cost of assisted living in Norfolk is slightly above the national average of $4,500 but significantly lower than the state average of $5,250. North of Norfolk, Richmond has a monthly assisted living fee of $4,901 and Washington, D.C., has the highest monthly rate in the area at $5,948. Further inland, Greensboro, North Carolina, seniors pay just $3,800 per month, but in Raleigh, assisted living residents pay a hefty $5,388.
Norfolk
$4,690
Virginia
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Washington D.C.
$5,948
Richmond
$4,901
Greensboro, NC
$3,800
Raleigh, NC
$3,800
Assisted living in Norfolk costs less than in-home care and home health care, which average $4,767 per month each. Adult day health care is the most affordable type of senior care at $1,690 per month, and nursing home care is the most expensive at $8,410 for a shared room.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$4,767
Adult Day Health Care
$1,690
Assisted Living Facility
$4,690
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,410
Norfolk seniors can receive financial assistance for assisted living expenses through one state program. The Virginia Department of Social Services’ Auxiliary Grant Program offers an optional state supplement to age- and income-eligible seniors receiving supplemental security income. This need-based program can provide a monthly stipend that seniors can put toward assisted living costs.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.
Resource agencies in Norfolk can help seniors find financial assistance, including ways to help pay for assisted living. Community services for area seniors include transportation, senior enrichment programs and long-term care advocacy. Norfolk hosts a major military port, and resources are abundant for veterans.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Primeplus Senior Center | (757) 625-5857 | The Primeplus Senior Center in Norfolk is a nonprofit resource that offers 50 wellness activities for older adults Monday through Friday. Seniors can participate in music and art classes, card groups and dance classes. Primeplus also offers VA-approved adult day care. Membership costs $120, and scholarships are available. |
State Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 552-5019(804) 565-1600 | The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an advocate for seniors living in any type of long-term care facility, including assisted living. The ombudsman can resolve issues, such as quality of care concerns, through phone calls or visits. The ombudsman can also help assisted living residents access benefits and navigate grievance procedures. |
Virginia Department of Veterans Services, Norfolk | (804) 786-0286 | Veterans Services representatives at the Norfolk office help veterans research and apply for health and disability benefits that they may be entitled to. They also assist with VA claims and connect seniors with local veterans’ services, such as transportation and health care. |
National Council on Aging BenefitsCheckUp | (800) 794-6559 | The National Council on Aging helps seniors complete online applications and connects them with benefits counselors. BenefitsCheckUp identifies programs that help pay for prescription drugs and provide supplemental income to seniors who qualify. Each person receives a benefits report that identifies which forms of assistance are available to them. |
I-Ride Transit | (757) 461-9481 | I-Ride Transit offers older and disabled adults free and accessible low-cost transportation to medical appointments, senior centers, shopping and more. The transportation service also provides daily fixed routes. Sponsored by the nonprofit Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia, I-Ride Transit fares may be covered by health insurance. |
Norfolk Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page for more information about these laws.
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