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Portside Health & Rehab Center in Portsmouth, VA

Portside Health & Rehab Center is a nursing home community in Portsmouth, VA.

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Portside Health & Rehab Center in Portsmouth, VA

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4201 Greenwood Drive, Portsmouth, VA 23701

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3.9 from 84 reviews
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Overall Review of Portside Health & Rehab Center

common 3 reviews mention this

Dining is seen in reviews

Food and the dining experience come up often in resident stories.

Several reviewers mention the dining room and meals as a positive part of the stay, including seeing residents engaged during dining. A visitor also described the food looking good, and another review says their loved one liked the food. This lines up with the community offering restaurant-style dining and meal options for special dietary needs.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy gets mixed feedback

Therapy quality is uneven across residents’ experiences.

Some families describe the therapy team as knowledgeable and compassionate, with staff working on PT/OT goals and keeping families informed. Other reviews sharply criticize therapy timing and frequency, describing no therapy for days or a very limited amount during the stay. Taken together, residents’ accounts suggest experiences can vary noticeably from one period of care to another.

caveat 14 reviews mention this

Cleanliness draws strong reactions

Cleanliness is a major point of praise and complaint.

Many reviews describe the facility as clean, well-maintained, and smelling good during visits or stays. Others report dirty conditions and pest issues, including roaches and strong unpleasant odors. Because both positive and negative comments are present, cleanliness appears to depend on the time period and unit experience.

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Features

Housing

  • 132 resident community capacity 132 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Norfolk International (11 miles away) Norfolk International (11 miles away)
  • Newport News Williamsburg International (24 miles away) Newport News Williamsburg International (24 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Portsmouth, Virginia offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors considering the area for living. With several restaurants nearby, including family-friendly options like Pizza Hut and Plaza Azteca Mexican Restaurant, dining out is easily accessible. For healthcare needs, there are multiple physicians' offices and pharmacies within a short distance, providing convenience and peace of mind. Places of worship such as Westhaven Baptist Church offer spiritual support and community involvement. In terms of recreation, parks like Portsmouth City Park provide opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. For medical emergencies, hospitals like Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth offer top-notch healthcare services. Transportation via The Tide MacArthur Square Station is also available for easy access to neighboring areas. Overall, this area provides a comfortable and well-rounded environment for seniors looking to settle down in Portsmouth.

Restaurants

  • Lisa's Restaurant and Lounge (0.9 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (1.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.3 miles)
  • Pizza Hut (2.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.8 miles)
  • Plaza Azteca Mexican Restaurant (2.9 miles)
  • Panda Express (3.1 miles)

Parks

  • Portsmouth City Park (1.4 miles)
  • FunVille Playground and Cafe Chesapeake (3.5 miles)
  • Crossings Park (4.6 miles)
  • Dunedin Park (4.9 miles)
  • The Pagoda & Oriental Garden (5.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Family Medicine Healthcare- Dr. Abdelshaheed (2.1 miles)
  • Tidewater Ear Nose & Throat (3.1 miles)
  • Renaissance Pediatrics, PC (3.2 miles)
  • MyEyeDr (3.5 miles)
  • Family Physicians Of Chesapeake (4.2 miles)
  • Tidewater Neurologists (4.7 miles)
  • Endocrinology & Diabetes Center (5.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Drug Center Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • Bj's Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
  • Rite Aid (4.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Westhaven Baptist Church (2.4 miles)
  • Twine Memorial Holy Temple (3.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center (2.8 miles)
  • Maryview Medical Ambulatory Surgery Recovery (2.8 miles)
  • Portsmouth General Hospital (4.3 miles)
  • Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (4.5 miles)
  • Chkd (6.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (5.2 miles)
  • Cafe Stella (6.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.3 miles)
  • Coalescence Coffee (6.6 miles)

Transportation

  • The Tide MacArthur Square Station (5.3 miles)

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