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Waterside Health and Rehab Center

  • Date Updated:  May 01, 2025
  • CMS Overall 5-Star Rating:  
  • Address:  249 SOUTH NEWTOWN RD
    NORFOLK VA 23502 Map
  • Phone:  757-892-5500
  • Website:   Click Here
  • Medicare Provider Number:  495173
  • Participating in Medicare Since:  December 05, 1987
  • No. of Certified Beds:  197
  • No. of Residents:   N/A
  • Occupancy:   N/A
  • Amount Fined:  $12,600.00
  • Complaints Filed:   5
  • Accepts:  Medicare and Medicaid

  About Waterside Health and Rehab Center

Looking for information about Waterside Health and Rehab Center? You're in the right place. We've gathered all the essential details you need to make an informed decision about this nursing home.

Waterside Health And Rehab Center, located in NORFOLK, VA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Waterside Health And Rehab Center offers a comprehensive range of services including skilled nursing care, long-term residential care, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized memory care for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. The facility is equipped with modern amenities and maintains a supportive environment designed to enhance the quality of life for all residents, with a focus on personalized care plans and meaningful community engagement.

Why Families Choose Waterside Health and Rehab Center

The nursing staff spends 4.19 hours per resident daily, which is above the national average of 3.86 hours.

Data Accuracy: This profile is based on the most recent data available from CMS and other official healthcare databases. Information was last verified on May 01, 2025. We update our database regularly to ensure accuracy.

What You'll Find About Waterside Health and Rehab Center

We've organized all the essential information you need to evaluate this nursing home:

Key Performance Indicators

  • Local Ranking (10-mile radius)
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    #12 of 29
  • CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
  • Quality Trend Improving
  • Daily Nursing Hours per Resident 4.19 hrs
  • Rehospitalization Rate 22.0%
  • Safety Record No Safety Flags

  How Good Is Waterside Health and Rehab Center? Quality Ratings Explained

Wondering how Waterside Health and Rehab Center compares to other nursing homes? Here's everything you need to know about their quality ratings and what they mean for residents and families.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) conducts comprehensive, multi-day inspections of every skilled nursing facility in the United States. These thorough evaluations result in detailed star ratings across multiple categories, giving you a clear picture of care quality. The health inspection scores are standardized, so you can directly compare Waterside Health and Rehab Center to any other facility in the country.

Waterside Health and Rehab Center's Star Ratings

Here's how Waterside Health and Rehab Center performs across the key quality categories compared to other nursing homes:

Overall Rating

Combines all quality measures into one comprehensive score

Below average in VA - Needs improvement

2

out of 5
Health Inspection Rating

Based on health inspections and compliance with safety standards

Below average in VA - Needs improvement

2

out of 5
Quality Rating

Measures resident health outcomes and clinical care quality

Average performance in VA

3

out of 5
Staffing Rating

Evaluates nurse staffing levels and time spent with residents

Average performance in VA

3

out of 5
Understanding Star Ratings
  • 5 Stars: Top 10% of nursing homes in VA
  • 4 Stars: Above average performance (next 23%)
  • 3 Stars: Average performance (middle 23%)
  • 2 Stars: Below average performance (next 23%)
  • 1 Star: Bottom 20% of nursing homes in VA

Star ratings compare facilities within VA only. For nationwide comparisons, use the inspection scores below.

Health Inspection History

These scores show Waterside Health and Rehab Center's performance over multiple inspection cycles compared to other facilities:

Inspection Score Timeline
Inspection Cycle Score Performance Date
Most Recent (Cycle 1) 56 Poor - Multiple issues Jun 23, 2023
Cycle 2 84 Critical - Major problems Dec 12, 2019
Cycle 3 180 Critical - Major problems Jun 28, 2018
Weighted Average 86 Critical overall Combined Score
Understanding Inspection Scores
  • 0-15: Excellent compliance - Among the best facilities nationwide
  • 16-30: Good compliance - Above average performance
  • 31-45: Fair compliance - Some issues that need attention
  • 46-60: Poor compliance - Multiple problems requiring correction
  • 60+: Critical issues - Significant problems requiring immediate action

Lower scores are better. These scores can be compared directly across all nursing homes nationwide, unlike star ratings which are state-specific.

Recent Trend: Improving - Score decreased from 84 to 56

  How Much Time Do Nurses Spend with Residents?

One of the most important factors in nursing home care is how much time staff spends with each resident. Here's how Waterside Health and Rehab Center compares to state and national averages.

CMS tracks detailed information about nursing staff time, including different types of caregivers: Registered Nurses (RNs) who provide complex medical care, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who handle routine medical tasks, and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who help with daily activities. More nursing hours per resident generally indicates better care, though it can also reflect residents with more complex medical needs.

Above Average Nursing Care

The nursing staff at Waterside Health and Rehab Center spends more time than the state average and more time than the national average with residents each day.

Registered Nurses (RN)

Provide complex medical care, medication management, and clinical assessments

Daily Hours per Resident: 0.92 hrs
State Avg: 0.70 | National Avg: 0.67
Case Mix Adjusted: 0.89 hrs
Quality Adjusted: 0.69 hrs
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)

Handle routine medical tasks, wound care, and medication administration

Daily Hours per Resident: 1.09 hrs
State Avg: 1.00 | National Avg: 0.87
Case Mix Adjusted: 1.15 hrs
Quality Adjusted: 0.82 hrs
Nursing Assistants (CNA)

Help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility

Daily Hours per Resident: 2.17 hrs
State Avg: 2.07 | National Avg: 2.32
Case Mix Adjusted: 3.08 hrs
Quality Adjusted: 1.63 hrs
Total Licensed Staff Hours

2.01 hrs

State: 1.70 | National: 1.54

Total Nursing Hours per Resident

4.19 hrs

State: 3.77 | National: 3.86

Understanding These Numbers

  • Case Mix Adjusted: Accounts for the complexity of residents' medical conditions
  • Quality Adjusted: Factors in the facility's overall quality performance
  • Higher hours generally indicate: More personalized attention, better response to resident needs
  • Consider context: Some facilities may have higher hours due to residents with more complex medical needs

  Waterside Health and Rehab Center Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity Name:

WATERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CENTER LLC

Owners:

Managers and Directors:

  Recent Complaints by Residents

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year at Waterside Health and Rehab Center:

Complaint Summary:
  • 2022: 1 complaint
  • 2023: 4 complaints
  • Total: 5 complaints on record

Complaints filed by residents at Waterside Health and Rehab Center since January 2023:

Complaint Description Date Filed
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. 11/28/2023
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. 07/13/2023
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. 07/13/2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. 07/13/2023
Note: This table shows only complaints filed since January 1, 2023. See the chart for historical complaint trends at this facility.

  How Well Does Waterside Health and Rehab Center Care for Residents?

These quality measures show how well Waterside Health and Rehab Center helps residents recover, stay healthy, and maintain their quality of life. We've organized the most important measures into categories that matter most to families.

Safety & Prevention
How well does the facility prevent injuries and infections?
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5-Star Factor

Infections can be serious for elderly residents. Lower rates show good hygiene practices and infection control.

1.2% State avg: 1.6% Better
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5-Star Factor

Falls can cause serious injuries like broken bones and head trauma. Lower rates indicate better safety protocols and staff attention.

1.7% State avg: 3.6% Better
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 5-Star Factor

Pressure sores are painful, slow to heal, and can become life-threatening infections. Prevention shows quality daily care.

12.0%
Recovery & Rehabilitation
How successful is the facility at helping residents recover and return home?
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 5-Star Factor

Fewer hospital readmissions mean residents are getting effective care and recovering well at the facility.

22.0% State avg: 23.0% Better
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 5-Star Factor

Fewer hospital readmissions mean residents are getting effective care and recovering well at the facility.

1.7% State avg: 1.4% Needs attention
Daily Care Quality
How well does the facility help residents with daily activities and maintain their health?
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 5-Star Factor

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

13.7% State avg: 12.5% Needs attention
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 5-Star Factor

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

0.6% State avg: 1.4% Better
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 5-Star Factor

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

19.9% State avg: 18.6% Needs attention
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

7.8% State avg: 6.0% Needs attention
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 5-Star Factor

Catheters increase infection risk and reduce dignity. Lower usage shows efforts to maintain normal function.

1.0% State avg: 0.7% Needs attention
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

2.1% State avg: 13.5% Better
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

0.0% State avg: 0.1% Better
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

86.2% State avg: 91.5% Needs attention
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

59.3% State avg: 75.3% Needs attention
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 5-Star Factor

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

20.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

97.3% State avg: 93.8% Better
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

55.5% State avg: 73.0% Needs attention
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence

This measure reflects the overall quality of care and attention residents receive at this facility.

18.7%
Medication Management
How safely and effectively does the facility manage resident medications?
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5-Star Factor

These powerful medications should only be used when medically necessary. Lower rates indicate appropriate, person-centered care.

2.9% State avg: 13.0% Better
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 5-Star Factor

These powerful medications should only be used when medically necessary. Lower rates indicate appropriate, person-centered care.

2.1% State avg: 1.5% Needs attention
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication

Proper medication management prevents dangerous interactions and ensures residents get the right treatments.

13.3% State avg: 19.9% Better
Understanding Quality Measures
What These Numbers Mean:
  • Lower is better for safety measures (falls, infections, pressure sores)
  • Higher is better for positive outcomes (successful discharges, functional improvement)
  • 5-Star Factor measures directly impact the facility's overall CMS rating
How to Use This Information:
  • Compare Waterside Health and Rehab Center's performance to state averages
  • Look for consistent patterns across multiple measures
  • Consider which categories matter most for your loved one's needs
  • Discuss any concerns with the facility during your visit

This section contains the complete technical quality measures data as reported to CMS. Quality measures are based on resident assessments, Medicare claims data, and facility surveys.

Measure Description Facility Score State Average Performance Measure Code
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 5-Star 22.0% 23.0% Better QM521
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 5-Star 13.7% 12.5% Needs Attention QM522
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 5-Star 1.7% 1.4% Needs Attention QM551
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 5-Star 0.6% 1.4% Better QM552
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 5-Star 19.9% 18.6% Needs Attention QM401
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.8% 6.0% Needs Attention QM404
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 5-Star 1.0% 0.7% Needs Attention QM406
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5-Star 1.2% 1.6% Better QM407
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.1% 13.5% Better QM408
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0% 0.1% Better QM409
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5-Star 1.7% 3.6% Better QM410
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.2% 91.5% Needs Attention QM415
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5-Star 2.9% 13.0% Better QM419
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 59.3% 75.3% Needs Attention QM430
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 5-Star 2.1% 1.5% Needs Attention QM434
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 5-Star 20.9% N/A No Comparison QM451
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 13.3% 19.9% Better QM452
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.3% 93.8% Better QM454
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 55.5% 73.0% Needs Attention QM472
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 5-Star 12.0% N/A No Comparison QM479
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 18.7% N/A No Comparison QM480

  Hospitals Near Waterside Health and Rehab Center

Quite often skilled nursing facilities and hospitals work closely together to help patients recover or manage a terminal illness. Hospitals deals with acute care while nursing homes treat patients for a longer period of time. New residents at skilled nursing homes typically come from a hospital and nursing home residents may be readmitted to a hospital if their recovery does not proceed well. (Hospital readmission rates are closely monitored by CMS.) Consequently it is important that you consider which hospitals are near a nursing home which choosing one. Below is a list of hospitals near Waterside Health and Rehab Center.

Waterside Health and Rehab Center is near several hospitals, each with its own rating based on overall performance:

Hospital 5-Star Overall Rating
SENTARA NORFOLK GENERAL HOSPITAL
600 GRESHAM DR
NORFOLK, VA 23507
3
BON SECOURS MARYVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
3636 HIGH STREET
PORTSMOUTH, VA 23707
3
MARY IMMACULATE HOSPITAL
2 BERNARDINE DRIVE
NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23602
3
RIVERSIDE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
500 J CLYDE MORRIS BLVD
NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23601
3
CHESAPEAKE GENERAL HOSPITAL
736 BATTLEFIELD BLVD, NORTH
CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320
3
SENTARA OBICI HOSPITAL
2800 GODWIN BOULEVARD
SUFFOLK, VA 23439
4
SENTARA LEIGH HOSPITAL
830 KEMPSVILLE ROAD
NORFOLK, VA 23502
4
SENTARA VIRGINIA BEACH GENERAL HOSPITAL
1060 FIRST COLONIAL ROAD
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23454
4
HAMPTON VA MEDICAL CENTER
100 EMANCIPATION DRIVE
HAMPTON, VA 23667
4
SENTARA PRINCESS ANNE HOSPITAL
2025 GLENN MITCHELL DRIVE
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23456
4
SENTARA CAREPLEX HOSPITAL
3000 COLISEUM DRIVE
HAMPTON, VA 23666
5
NMC Portsmouth
620 John Paul Jones Circle
Portsmouth, VA 23708
Not Available
CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF THE KINGS DAUGHTERS INC
601 CHILDREN'S LANE
NORFOLK, VA 23507
Not Available
VIRGINIA BEACH PSYCHIATRIC CENTER
1100 FIRST COLONIAL ROAD
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23454
Not Available

Ratings History for Waterside Health and Rehab Center

  Medical Professionals Associated with Waterside Health and Rehab Center

These are the doctors who are affiliated with Waterside Health and Rehab Center. The data is from the most recent period. Historical data is not available.

  Local Nursing Homes

When evaluating nursing homes, it's important to consider other nearby facilities to understand the available options and make comparisons. Below is a list of nursing homes near Brookline Healthcare and Rehabilitation, including Brookline itself. This list is ranked based on each home's health inspection scores, also known as the "weighted all cycles score." Additionally, we provide the facility's 5-star overall rating for a more complete view of its performance. If a nursing home has been flagged by CMS for abuse, you'll see a special icon () next to its name.

The data is based on the dataset as of May 01, 2025.

Recommended Nearby Facilities

These facilities have strong ratings and no safety concerns:

Name Health Inspection Score / Overall Rating
Lake Prince Woods, Inc
(SUFFOLK, VA)
17.333 / (5 stars)
Westminster-Canterbury On Chesapeake Bay
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
20.667 / (5 stars)
Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehab Smithfield
(SMITHFIELD, VA)
28 / (4 stars)
Harbor's Edge
(NORFOLK, VA)
28.667 / (5 stars)
The Chesapeake
(NEWPORT NEWS, VA)
36 / (5 stars)
Seaside Hhc @ Atlantic Shore
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
39.333 / (4 stars)
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
42.667 / (5 stars)

Other Nearby Facilities

Additional facilities in the area for comparison:

Name Health Inspection Score / Overall Rating
Regency Health and Rehabilitation Center
(YORKTOWN, VA)
36 / (3 stars)
Northampton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
(HAMPTON, VA)
40.667 / (3 stars)
The Newport Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
(NEWPORT NEWS, VA)
40.667 / (3 stars)
Maimonides Health Center of Virginia Beach
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
56.667 / (3 stars)
Lake Taylor Hosp
(NORFOLK, VA)
59.333 / (3 stars)
Autumn Care of Chesapeake
(CHESAPEAKE, VA)
68 / (3 stars)
Autumn Care of Norfolk
(NORFOLK, VA)
70.667 / (1 stars)
Coliseum Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
(HAMPTON, VA)
72 / (2 stars)
Autumn Care of Portsmouth
(PORTSMOUTH, VA)
76 / (2 stars)
Kempsville Health and Rehab Center
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
79.667 / (2 stars)
Norfolk Health and Rehabilitation Center
(NORFOLK, VA)
80 / (1 stars)
Norview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing
(NORFOLK, VA)
81.333 / (1 stars)
York Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
(YORKTOWN, VA)
Safety Concern
83.333 / (2 stars)
Waterside Health and Rehab Center
(NORFOLK, VA)
86 / (2 stars)
Greenbrier Regional Medical Center
(CHESAPEAKE, VA)
89.333 / (1 stars)
James River Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
(NEWPORT NEWS, VA)
99.333 / (3 stars)
Northern Cardinal Rehabilitation and Nursing
(SUFFOLK, VA)
100.167 / (1 stars)
Autumn Care of Suffolk
(SUFFOLK, VA)
103 / (2 stars)
Princess Anne Health and Rehabilitation Center
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
104.667 / (1 stars)
Rosemont Health and Rehab Center, LLC
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
Safety Concern
107.667 / (2 stars)
Portside Health and Rehab Center
(PORTSMOUTH, VA)
110 / (2 stars)
Riverside Lifelong H and R Warwick Forest
(NEWPORT NEWS, VA)
110.667 / (2 stars)
Portsmouth Health and Rehab
(PORTSMOUTH, VA)
111.333 / (1 stars)
Waterview Health and Rehab Center
(HAMPTON, VA)
114.667 / (1 stars)
Cypress Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
115.333 / (1 stars)
Hampton Health and Rehab Center, LLC
(HAMPTON, VA)
115.667 / (3 stars)
Old Dominion Rehabilitation and Nursing
(NEWPORT NEWS, VA)
116 / (1 stars)
Bayside of Poquoson Health and Rehab
(POQUOSON, VA)
116.667 / (2 stars)
Newport News Nursing and Rehab
(NEWPORT NEWS, VA)
134.667 / (1 stars)
Signature Healthcare of Norfolk
(NORFOLK, VA)
135 / (2 stars)
Bay Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
137.167 / (1 stars)
Oak Grove Health and Rehab Center, LLC
(CHESAPEAKE, VA)
154.5 / (1 stars)
Nans Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing
(SUFFOLK, VA)
165.333 / (1 stars)
Chesapeake Health and Rehabilitation Center
(CHESAPEAKE, VA)
168.667 / (1 stars)
Thalia Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
168.667 / (2 stars)
Consulate Health Care of Norfolk
(NORFOLK, VA)
Safety Concern
178.5 / (1 stars)
Colonial Health and Rehab Center, LLC
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
225 / (1 stars)
Virginia Beach Healthcare and Rehab Center
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
240 / (1 stars)
Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
256.667 / (1 stars)
Birchwood Park Rehabilitation
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
Safety Concern
406 / (1 stars)
Jones and Cabacoy Veterans Care Center
(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
/ Not Rated

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Best and Worst Nursing Homes in NORFOLK, VA

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Ownership Details for Waterside Health and Rehab Center

A list of all of the registered owners for Waterside Health and Rehab Center. This includes direct and indirect owners and managers.

Noted Deficiencies for Waterside Health and Rehab Center

A list of all of the deficiencies for the facility. This includes a description, type of deficiency, incident date and when the facility reports that the incident was corrected.

Nursing Hours Analysis for Waterside Health and Rehab Center

How long a nurse spends with a resident can be an important factor in their recovery. This page shows the average nursing hours spent per resident for RNs, LPNs, CNAs, PTs and all licensed staff.

  Frequently Asked Questions About Waterside Health and Rehab Center

Waterside Health and Rehab Center has a 2-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The facility is ranked #21 out of 48 nursing homes within a 25-mile radius. The nursing staff spends 4.19 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.86 hours. CMS has not identified any safety concerns at this facility.

Waterside Health and Rehab Center is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
  • Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
  • Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
  • Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
The facility has 197 certified beds and currently houses residents (current occupancy data not available).

Waterside Health and Rehab Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
  • Room type (private vs. semi-private)
  • Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
  • Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Waterside Health and Rehab Center directly at 757-892-5500. Their admissions team can help determine what costs may be covered by your insurance and what out-of-pocket expenses to expect.

When visiting Waterside Health and Rehab Center, pay attention to these important factors:
Environment & Cleanliness
  • Overall cleanliness and odors
  • Resident room conditions
  • Common area maintenance
  • Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
  • Staff-to-resident ratios
  • How staff interact with residents
  • Response time to resident needs
  • Staff knowledge and professionalism
Resident Well-being
  • Residents' general appearance
  • Activity levels and engagement
  • Social interaction opportunities
  • Meal quality and dining experience
Questions to Ask
  • What is the admission process?
  • How are care plans developed?
  • What activities are available?
  • How do you handle emergencies?

Contact Information

Phone: 757-892-5500
Address:
249 SOUTH NEWTOWN RD
NORFOLK, VA 23502

Website: https://www.saberhealth.com/locations/waterside-health-rehab-center

Best Times to Call
  • Weekday business hours for admissions
  • Schedule tours in advance
  • Ask about evening or weekend availability
  • Emergency contact available 24/7

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  Important Information

Healthcare Decision Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice or personal facility visits. Always tour facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals when making nursing home decisions.

Data Transparency: All ratings, inspection scores, and facility information presented on this page are sourced from official government databases including:

  • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Nursing Home Compare Database
  • CMS Provider Information and Certification System
  • Medicare Quality Reporting System
  • State Health Department Inspection Reports
  • COVID-19 Nursing Home Data from CMS

Data Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, nursing home information can change frequently. Please verify current information directly with the facility. Data was last updated on May 01, 2025.

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