Chesapeake Health and Rehabilitation Center
688 Kingsborough Square · Chesapeake, VA · 23320 · 7575479111
180 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Lifeworks Rehab
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.02 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.35 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.51 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 58% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $24,577 |
Inspection citations (50 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G January 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected January 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G December 14, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G December 14, 2021
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
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.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2021
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2021
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2021
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2021
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected January 27, 2022 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G June 10, 2019
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 24, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2019
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 24, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2019
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.
Corrected July 24, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 10, 2019
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected July 24, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 10, 2019
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected July 24, 2019 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| January 4, 2024 | Fine | $11,180 |
| October 30, 2023 | Fine | $13,397 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 495108 · certified since January 1, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.