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The Chesapeake

955 Harpersville Road, Newport News, VA 23601

Independent|Assisted|Memory|Residential Care Home

Situated in Newport News, VA, The Chesapeake is a vibrant senior living community where freedom and optimism are at the heart of daily life. Celebrating 50 years of service, the community offers a variety of living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Rehabilitation. The Chesapeake is characterized by its commitment to a secure plan for the future, underlined by its status as a faith-based, nonprofit retirement community. Residents at The Chesapeake enjoy a lifestyle free from the worries of everyday life, with an active and social atmosphere that empowers each person to live confidently. As part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), The Chesapeake provides the assurance that residents can access a full continuum of senior health care services, with facilities and programs tailored to meet the evolving needs of its seniors.

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Community Details

The Chesapeake is a haven of community life offering residents the opportunity to participate in a host of activities and groups. From the community chorus and wine club to worship groups and resident councils, there is something to suit every interest. The community is situated on a picturesque 40-acre campus with beautifully landscaped grounds, complete with walking and cycling paths. The mild climate of Virginia allows residents to enjoy outdoor activities almost year-round. The Chesapeake's perfect location on the Virginia peninsula offers easy access to local highways, facilitating travel to nearby attractions such as Williamsburg, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach. For veterans, the community's proximity to military bases allows access to services and commissaries. As a symbol of gratitude, The Chesapeake has established the Veteran’s Honor Benefit for military veterans and their spouses.

Details

  • Community Chorus
  • Wine Club
  • Worship Group
  • Dining Club
  • Resident Council
  • Landscaped Grounds
  • Walking and Cycling Paths
  • Veteran’s Honor Benefit

Food and Dining

Dining at The Chesapeake is an indulgent experience where residents delight in an array of culinary options. The community has partnered with Cura Hospitality to offer a farm-to-table culinary approach, featuring menus with a cook-from-scratch philosophy. This ensures that every resident finds dishes to satisfy both comfort food cravings and an adventurous palate. With the aim of creating memorable dining experiences, The Chesapeake's dining team maintains high standards, achieving the Culinary Gold Standards certification annually. A variety of dining settings are available, including the formal Mariners Room, the casual Regatta Grille, the cozy Windjammer Lounge, and the private Captains Cove. The Chesapeake's dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences is an essential part of ensuring that the residents' dining experience is as nourishing for the soul as it is for the body.

Dining
Dining

Dining

  • Cura Hospitality
  • Farm-to-Table
  • Seasonal Plate
  • BeWell Program
  • Mariners Room
  • Regatta Grille
  • Windjammer Lounge
  • Captains Cove

Amenities

The Chesapeake prides itself on providing exceptional hospitality, amenities, and wellness programs that exceed residents' expectations. With an independent, maintenance-free lifestyle, residents can relish newfound freedom and pursue varied interests such as engaging in creative arts programs, participating in Senior Olympics, or attending TED Talks. Amenities at The Chesapeake are plentiful and designed to promote a healthy lifestyle. The campus features a well-designed fitness center managed by the National Center for Fitness and Sport, a heated indoor saltwater pool, a soothing whirlpool, sauna, and customizable fitness programs. Beyond fitness, residents can enjoy a creative arts studio, business center with high-speed internet, beautiful gardens, interdenominational worship services, and various social and entertainment options.

Amenity
Amenity

Amenities

  • Community Chorus
  • Wine Club
  • Worship Group
  • Dining Club
  • Resident Council
  • Landscaped Grounds
  • Walking and Cycling Paths
  • Veteran’s Honor Benefit
  • Fitness Center
  • Heated Indoor Saltwater Pool
  • Whirlpool
  • Sauna
  • Senior Olympics
  • TED Talks
  • Creative Arts Studio
  • High-Speed Internet
  • Gardens
  • Interdenominational Worship Services

Activities

Activities

At The Chesapeake, residents can connect, grow, and enrich their lives through a varied activities program. There are classes for art and education, opportunities for lifelong learning, and regular cultural trips and events, encouraging residents to engage in new experiences. The availability of hobby shops, group exercise classes, and cultural and performing arts trips provide residents with ample choices to fill their days in enriching and meaningful ways. The 'Chicks with Sticks' group contributes to the community by creating handcrafted items for local hospitals and the SPCA, reflecting the value placed on volunteer services. Additionally, residents participate in food bank drives and blood drives, with volunteering opportunities extending into local hospitals, animal shelters, museums, and other local points of interest, helping to foster strong connections within the wider community.

Activity
Activity
Activity

Amenities

  • Art and Education Classes
  • Lifelong Learning
  • Cultural Trips
  • Hobby Shop
  • Group Exercise Classes
  • Performing Arts Trips
  • Chicks with Sticks
  • Volunteer Services