THE CHESAPEAKE
955 HARPERSVILLE RD, Newport News, VA 23601
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How THE CHESAPEAKE Compares
THE CHESAPEAKE is a 52-bed nonprofit nursing facility in Newport News, Virginia. It holds an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, roughly in line with the Virginia average of 3.0 stars. Its strongest area is quality measures (5 stars), while staffing (1 star) is its weakest. Its rate of long-stay antipsychotic medication use (6.5%) is below the Virginia average of 14.2%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 52 certified beds, it maintains moderate occupancy at roughly 88% occupied.
Among the 6 nursing facilities ElderVoice tracks in Newport News, the local average is 2.0 stars.
By the numbers vs. Virginia average
- Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 6.5% — better than the Virginia average of 14.2% (54% lower).
- Falls with major injury: 2.3% — better than the Virginia average of 3.7% (36% lower).
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 5.3% — worse than the Virginia average of 4.7%.
- Short-stay rehospitalization: 19.8% — better than the Virginia average of 22.4%.
Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated September 5, 2026) measured against Virginia averages across 289 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.
Questions to Ask THE CHESAPEAKE
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing THE CHESAPEAKE with other nursing homes in Newport News.
How is THE CHESAPEAKE addressing its staffing levels rating?
CMS currently rates this category 1 out of 5 stars, so ask what specific improvements are underway and when the next survey update is expected.
What practices help THE CHESAPEAKE keep long-stay antipsychotic medication use below the state average?
Long-stay antipsychotic medication use is 6.5% here versus 14.2% across Virginia. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
What practices help THE CHESAPEAKE keep falls with major injury below the state average?
Falls with major injury is 2.3% here versus 3.7% across Virginia. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
How can a new family connect with existing councils at THE CHESAPEAKE?
Active resident or family councils can provide useful context about daily life, responsiveness, and recurring concerns.
What explains THE CHESAPEAKE's rating advantage in Newport News?
Its 3-star overall rating is above the local average of 2.0 stars across 6 facilities. Ask which practices families can observe during a tour.
What would the first 30 days look like for a new resident at THE CHESAPEAKE?
Ask who builds the care plan, how medication changes are communicated, how often families receive updates, and who to call after hours.
The Senior Community Around Newport News
Newport News sits in Newport News city, where adults 65 and older make up about 12.9% of the population — a lower share of seniors than Virginia as a whole (15.4% statewide). The area's median household income is lower than the state average, reflecting a more affordable area.
- Residents 65+
- 23,236 (12.9%)
- Median age
- 33.8 years
- Median household income
- $54,511
- Median home value
- $194,700
Demographics for Newport News city from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Newport News.
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