Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Norfolk, Virginia
2 of 8 nursing homes in Norfolk (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Virginia statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 5 avoid · data
City Average
2.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,173
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
5
3 Grade F
$42,647 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Norfolk, Virginia, is adequate, with only 25% of its 8 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that 5 facilities have accumulated a total of $42,647 in fines, highlighting the importance of thorough research before choosing a care option.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 HARBOR'S EDGE (85) — Harbor's Edge shines as a top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 85/100 and a solid Grade B+. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 33 residents with a clean record of $0 fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 AUTUMN CARE OF NORFOLK (70) — Autumn Care of Norfolk offers reliable care with a CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 70/100. Despite being a for-profit facility, it maintains a Grade B and ensures a safe environment for its 120 residents with no fines, making it a commendable choice for families.
The other 6 Norfolk facilities didn't qualify — 5 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $42K.
Recommended
Harbor's Edge shines as a top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 85/100 and a solid Grade B+. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 33 residents with a clean record of $0 fines.
Autumn Care of Norfolk offers reliable care with a CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 70/100. Despite being a for-profit facility, it maintains a Grade B and ensures a safe environment for its 120 residents with no fines, making it a commendable choice for families.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Norfolk Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 6?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 3 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $42,647
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Norfolk Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Norfolk's city average is 2.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 8 Norfolk facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Norfolk avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Norfolk facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Norfolk, VA are recommended?
2 of 8 nursing homes in Norfolk (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Norfolk "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Norfolk?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.