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Tucker House in Norfolk, VA

Tucker House is an assisted living community in Norfolk, VA.

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Tucker House in Norfolk, VA

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Tucker House

7700 Armfield Ave, Norfolk, VA 23505

To contact a resident: (757) 489-7770

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.8 from 58 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
14
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Overall Review of Tucker House

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Affordability is a recurring point

Residents point to income-based rent and HUD subsidies as a key reason the community feels affordable.

Several reviews describe income-limited living with rent tied to a percentage of residents’ income. Another review specifically calls out HUD subsidized senior apartments and a “more than fair” price for basic accommodations. A separate review also mentions operating as senior housing that takes a percentage of income.

common 13 reviews mention this

Staff kindness comes through often

Residents frequently describe staff as nice, helpful, and caring, though there are also complaints about rudeness or responsiveness.

Many reviews highlight staff as friendly, helpful, and supportive of older adults. A few comments temper that with criticisms, including a receptionist described as extremely rude and a desk that residents say acted unhelpfully or was intrusive. One review also calls out staff as nice during a period of remodeling, and another says the community takes good care of elderly residents.

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Cleanliness is mixed, not uniform

Cleanliness reviews are inconsistent, ranging from “very clean” to reports of smells, pests, and overall dirtiness.

Some residents and visitors describe the building as clean and common areas as well kept. Other reviews report stronger problems, including an awful smell, the place looking dingy, and being dirty. There are also pest concerns mentioned in reviews, including bed bugs and roaches, which undercuts the positive cleanliness comments.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Repairs and air-conditioning issues

A recurring concern is maintenance and comfort problems, including air-conditioning breakdowns, heat, and concerns about repair notices.

Multiple reviews describe issues with air-conditioning during hot weather, with at least one saying it had been broken for months. Others report being very hot inside and mention roaches as well. One review also describes the building maintenance process as lacking proper advance notice for entry. Even in a more positive review about remodeling, one comment suggests problems persisted around building conditions while individual units were described as fine.

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Community activities for small events

Residents mention a small, activity-focused setting with events like movie nights, bingo, and family functions.

Reviews describe Tucker House as a place where residents can join in scheduled, smaller activities rather than large-scale programming. One review specifically mentions movie nights and bingo nights, while another highlights it as a nice small spot for family functions and other events. These comments align with the community offering activities on-site and devotional activities off-site.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Transportation

  • Norfolk International (5 miles away) Norfolk International (5 miles away)
  • Newport News Williamsburg International (19 miles away) Newport News Williamsburg International (19 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Nearby Places of Interest

This particular area of Norfolk, Virginia offers a convenient and accessible location for seniors looking to retire in a bustling yet manageable community. With several pharmacies nearby such as Rite Aid, Walgreens, and CVS Pharmacy, access to medication and healthcare services is easily within reach. Additionally, there are various cafes and restaurants like Starbucks, Panera Bread, and Chili's Grill & Bar for socializing and dining out. Places of worship including Tabernacle Church Of Norfolk and Third Presbyterian Church offer spiritual support and community engagement. Nearby physicians at De Paul Medical Atrium and Southern Eyecare Associates provide medical care, while hospitals like Chkd and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth offer advanced healthcare facilities. For outdoor recreation, Bay Oaks Park and The Pagoda & Oriental Garden are ideal spots for leisurely walks. Transportation options are also available with The Tide MacArthur Square Station and Norfolk International Airport close by for easy travel access.

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2.4 miles)
  • Coalescence Coffee (3.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.3 miles)
  • Cafe Stella (3.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Tabernacle Church Of Norfolk (1.2 miles)
  • Third Presbyterian Church (2.8 miles)
  • Twine Memorial Holy Temple (5.9 miles)
  • Westhaven Baptist Church (6.9 miles)

Physicians

  • De Paul Medical Atrium (1.3 miles)
  • Southern Eyecare Associates (1.8 miles)
  • Ghent Family Practice (3.1 miles)
  • Galan-Dejesus Mariam Np (3.4 miles)
  • Willis, Erica Pediatric Associates (3.5 miles)
  • Dr Robert F. Castle, MD (3.8 miles)
  • Duncan Yoder M.D. (3.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Dodge's (1.7 miles)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar (2 miles)
  • Hank's Filling Station (2.3 miles)
  • Perfectly Frank (2.3 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.5 miles)
  • Handsome Biscuit (3 miles)
  • Tap House Grill At Ghent (3.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Chkd (3.5 miles)
  • Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (5.1 miles)
  • Portsmouth General Hospital (5.3 miles)
  • Maryview Medical Ambulatory Surgery Recovery (6.4 miles)
  • Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center (6.4 miles)

Parks

  • Bay Oaks Park (4.5 miles)
  • The Pagoda & Oriental Garden (4.6 miles)

Transportation

  • The Tide MacArthur Square Station (4.8 miles)
  • Norfolk Airport USO (4.8 miles)
  • Norfolk International Airport (ORF) (4.9 miles)
  • American Airlines Ticket Counter (4.9 miles)
  • The Tide-Newtown Road Station (6.7 miles)

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