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Harbor's Edge

One Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23510 · Norfolk City County

Harbor's Edge, a luxury senior living community Norfolk VA that offers resort-style amenities and exceptional residences. Perched on the working harbor of the Hampton Roads waterfront, this is where you make your golden years truly golden. Call today 757-244-9397

5.0CMS overall rating(757) 233-0475Visit website ↗
97
Exceptional
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 89% full (29 of 33 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Norfolk's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Harbor's Edge is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Norfolk, VA, with 33 certified beds and an average of about 29 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 7.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.76 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (7.12 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Norfolk for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
33
Avg. residents/day
29
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
495395

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$7,980–$10,470/mo (median $8,960)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$3,050–$7,590/mo (median $6,310)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Virginia Beach prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
7.12
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.76
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
39.6%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
1
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-02-05
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-05Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-03-14Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

2022-08-11Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2022-08-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2022-08-11Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

2019-09-10Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2019-09-10Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2019-09-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Memory care
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • 24-hour staff

Location

One Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Harbor's Edge

How much does Harbor's Edge cost?

Harbor's Edge does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Norfolk, VA area typically runs $7,980–$10,470 per month (median $8,960, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Harbor's Edge's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Harbor's Edge 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Harbor's Edge?

Staff provide about 7.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Harbor's Edge?

Harbor's Edge has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Harbor's Edge have availability?

Typically 89% full (29 of 33 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Harbor's Edge offer?

Harbor's Edge in Norfolk, VA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 33 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Your next steps — this week

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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