Business Details
7 Years
experience
Assisted Living & Dementia Care in Newport News
The Virginia House is an upscale, family-owned residence dedicated to providing exceptional care for seniors requiring assistance with daily living, including memory care. Founded on the principle that living environments should feel like home, we offer a nurturing atmosphere with a superior 3:1 senior-to-caregiver ratio, ensuring personalized attention and compassionate support. Our newly remodeled home in Newport News, Virginia, features private bedrooms and baths, home-cooked meals, and a range of amenities designed to promote comfort and dignity. Unlike traditional facilities, our intimate setting fosters meaningful relationships between residents and caregivers, reducing anxiety and enhancing quality of life. We prioritize independence through patient, kindness-driven care, reflecting our commitment to meeting the unique needs of individuals living with dementia.Our team, led by founder Lisa Machamer, brings decades of experience in senior care, combining professional expertise with a deep understanding of familial needs. We eliminate institutional barriers by offering flexible, contract-free living arrangements and maintaining transparency in all operations. Our focus on small-scale, relationship-centered care has earned recognition for excellence, as evidenced by testimonials highlighting residents' improved well-being and families' peace of mind. By integrating social programs, medication management, and 24-hour support, we create a holistic care model tailored to each resident's requirements. This approach solidifies our position as a trusted alternative to conventional memory care facilities, emphasizing that every individual deserves to age with respect and compassion.
Services
Memory Care
24-Hour Care
Medication Management
Housekeeping
Social Activities
Hospice Coordination
Salon Services
Neighborhood Walks
Personalized Care Plans
Laundry Services
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We maintain a superior 3:1 senior-to-caregiver ratio for individualized attention
- Our home-style environment reduces anxiety for residents with memory impairments
- 24-hour care staff provides continuous support and medication management
- Founder brings 30+ years experience in senior care and education
- No institutional contracts or hidden fees for transparent pricing
What people say
Loving, friendly environment
Compassionate caregivers
Peaceful atmosphere
Personalized care plans
Immaculate facility
Services
Memory Care
Specialized care program for residents with Alzheimer's or other dementias. Uses relationship-focused approach in small-scale setting to reduce anxiety. Caregivers receive specific training in empathy-driven techniques that adapt to changing cognitive needs.
24-Hour Care
Continuous staffing with trained caregivers available for immediate assistance. Provides medication management, mobility support, and emergency response throughout day and night in comfortable residential setting.
Personalized Care Plans
Customized care strategies developed for each resident's specific needs. Regular assessments ensure evolving requirements are met through tailored assistance with daily living activities and medical coordination.
Social Programs
Daily engagement opportunities including neighborhood walks, backyard gatherings, and structured social events. Designed to stimulate cognitive function while maintaining emotional connections through shared experiences in home environment.
Hospice Coordination
Specialized support for residents requiring palliative care. Works with hospice providers to ensure comfort-focused treatment while maintaining dignity in familiar residential setting with attentive caregivers.
People
Lisa Machamer
Owner/Founder
Lisa Machamer founded The Virginia House after recognizing gaps in senior care while seeking placement for her mother. With biology and education degrees, she combines clinical knowledge with compassionate leadership. Married for 30 years with four children, she maintains active community involvement while overseeing daily operations.
Questions
What type of care does The Virginia House specialize in?
We specialize in assisted living and memory care for seniors needing help with daily activities, offering personalized support in a home-like setting.
What makes your caregiver ratio unique?
Our 3:1 senior-to-caregiver ratio ensures more individualized attention than traditional facilities' 12:1 ratios, allowing proactive care and relationship-building.
Are there long-term contracts required?
No contracts or entrance fees. We offer flexible month-to-month arrangements with transparent pricing and no hidden costs.
What amenities are included?
Private bedrooms and baths, home-cooked meals, medication management, social programs, housekeeping, and 24-hour compassionate care staff support.
How do you support residents with dementia?
Through relationship-focused care, structured routines, and a peaceful home environment designed to reduce anxiety and maintain dignity for memory care residents.
Can families visit residents?
Yes, we encourage visits anytime. Our home-like setting includes outdoor spaces for family gatherings and quality time with residents.
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Reviews (3)
KaTina Williams
Jan 08, 2021
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I wouldn’t recommend anyone to work for this private business !! I worked in this place for the past 6 months and never been so HAPPY and at PEACE to no longer be working here !! The owner Lisa is very unprofessional .. She don’t want anyone to work for her company that has braids & I feel like that’s racist cause only Black American Wear braids .. She hire people to work for her business that doesn’t have a PCA nor CNA license and have us doing things that we shouldn’t do and if we was working in a facility we will get in trouble .. she has visitors come in and
Lisa Pagana
Dec 27, 2020
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The Virginia House is truly a home! In fact, upon first seeing the living room, my mom exclaimed, It looks just like mine! The real difference between The Virginia House and larger assisted living facilities however lies in the personal care that my mother receives. My mother, who has Alzheimers disease, had been in three different memory care facilities in four years and had become very agitated and anxious. In hindsight I realize that she simply didnt feel safe. That all changed when she moved into The Virginia House. The owner, Lisa, is an extremely warm, caring person and was able
Peggy McBride Davenport
Apr 14, 2019
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My Mother has been here for two months now. She is very happy with the care that she is receiving and enjoys the companionship with the caregivers at The Virginia House. Lisa the owner has done everything she said she would do. If you are looking for a place for your Mom and want the best care possible this is the place. We are ecstatic about The Virginia House!
Steve Davenport
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