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Assisted Living Communities in Chesapeake, Virginia

Situated on the Atlantic Coast, Chesapeake sits in the southeastern corner of Virginia near the North Carolina border. In this community, seniors have 16 assisted living communities to choose from, and 75 more sit nearby. In 2024, local facilities set monthly rates at around $6,022, which closely aligns with the state median but outpaces the U.S. norm of $5,350.

This guide provides insight into the standard of care in Chesapeake’s assisted living communities by including 786 reviews reviews. On average, these reviews indicate a typical consumer satisfaction score of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Chesapeake costs around $6,022 monthly, which aligns with the state norm of $6,050. However, local rates compare favorably to costs in Roanoke, where facilities charge approximately $7,060, and Blacksburg, where seniors pay about $7,282. Even so, fees run lower in Richmond at roughly $5,701.

Chesapeake

$6,022

Virginia

$6,050

United States

$5,350

Richmond

$5,701

Charlottesville

$6,400

Roanoke

$7,060

Blacksburg

$7,282

Paying for Assisted Living in Chesapeake

According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, it costs an average of $4,690 per month for assisted living care in Chesapeake. This cost is $560 lower than the state average of $5,250 per month and $190 more than the national average of $4,500.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Chesapeake

The state of Virginia provides financial aid to seniors moving into ALFs through an auxilary grant program. An Alzheimer’s Assisted Living Waiver will cover all ALF costs to those who are 55 years or older and are suffering from Alzheimer’s or a related form of dementia. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Virginia page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Virginia page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Chesapeake, assisted living costs around $6,022 per month, which trends higher than private home-based senior care solutions but falls below nursing home costs. For example, in-home care costs approximately $4,481, and seniors with basic medical needs pay about $5,720 for home health care. On the other hand, nursing home rates run higher at approximately $9,536.

In-Home Care

$4,481

Home Health Care

$5,720

Assisted Living Facility

$6,022

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,536

Note: Since data for Chesapeake is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Virginia Beach, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Chesapeake

Chesapeake offers free resources for seniors requiring assisted living care to address important topics such as health care and legal affairs but also provides information about wellness, nutrition, recreation and educational programs.

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Virginia State Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman(804) 565-1600Located in Henrico, the office advocates for long-term care residents and investigates complaints from seniors, caregivers and the public. The ombudsman program is an important nationwide initiative aimed at keeping the most vulnerable members of society safe and secure.
Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia (SSSEVA)(757)461- 9481SSSEVA offers a wide range of services and programs for area seniors. From Medicare benefits counseling to transportation and wellness programs, this is a one-stop hub for elders seeking help and recreation. It offers several online resources and can refer seniors to other professional medical and social providers.
SeniorNavigator(804) 525-7728Senior Navigator is a mostly online clearinghouse for local services and programs for Virginia seniors. It connects care providers with up-to-date information about various federal, state and regional programs for elder medical, funding and wellness needs. The service is a project of the Lindsay Institute for Innovations in Caregiving.
Rokeby Center(757)822-6259One of several senior community centers in Chesapeake, the Rokeby Center offers instructional and educational programs and workshops for residents over 55 years old. Active seniors can take a class, socialize and attend senior-focused events.
Chesapeake Vet Center(757) 623-7584Mental health referrals and other supports are available to veteran seniors and their families at the center. Counselors can help with several issues and refer eligible senior vets to providers with age-focused specialties in health care and social services.
Senior Advocate(757) 724-7001Based in the Hampton Roads area north of Chesapeake, the Senior Advocate compiles resources, information and event listings that concern seniors, their families and caregivers. The organization enlightens and empowers the senior population and the professional sector that cares for them.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Chesapeake

Chesapeake 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Ann12

I visited this facility

Review of Chesapeake Place Senior Living

My sister will be moving into Chesapeake Place Senior Living. She has a unit. It's extremely clean. I had my sister with me on one of the visits, and that was the first thing she noticed. It...

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Cedric

I visited this facility

Review of Commonwealth Senior Living at Georgian Manor

We toured Commonwealth Senior Living at Georgian Manor. I was much more impressed with the staff than the facility. It's an older facility. The location is just a little more remote. There are some...

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Susan

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor

My mom moved to Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor. It's close to where I live. Her apartment is a room with a bathroom and two closets. The staff was very nice. The facility is very clean....

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