What is LAV'M Adult Residence licensed to provide in Chesapeake, VA?
LAV'M Adult Residence at 912 S. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake is an assisted living facility licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) for up to 21 residents. Its license covers both levels Virginia licenses -- residential living care and assisted living care. VDSS does not list a special care unit for dementia here.
VDSS lists the license as Two Year, expiring May 13, 2028, with Giovanni Burns named as administrator. Families sometimes skip past the license term, but in Virginia it carries information -- a facility on a conditional or provisional license is either new or being watched more closely than one on a one- or two-year license.
The record lists this building as ambulatory only, so residents must be able to leave the building on their own in an emergency.
What did Virginia inspectors find at LAV'M Adult Residence?
VDSS has posted 10 inspections for LAV'M Adult Residence; seven fall in the 24 months before October 28, 2026. Of those recent visits, two were complaint-related and three documented at least one violation. The most recent inspection on file is dated June 18, 2026.
Violations VDSS cited in the past two years, in the inspector's own words (first sentence of each):
- 22VAC40-73-260-A (First aid and CPR certification, April 23, 2026): Based on the record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure each direct care staff member who does not have current certification in first aid as specified in subdivision 1 of this subsection shall receive certification.
- 22VAC40-73-320-A (Physical examination and report, April 23, 2026): Based on the record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure within the 30 days preceding admission, a person shall have a physical examination by an independent physician.
- 22VAC40-90-40-B (Background checks, April 23, 2026): Based on the record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure the criminal history report shall be obtained on or prior to the 30th day of employment for each employee.
- 22VAC40-73-250-D (Staff records and health requirements, March 25, 2025): Based on the record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure each staff person or household member required to be evaluated shall annually submit the results of a risk assessment, documenting that the individual is free.
- 22VAC40-73-320-B (Physical examination and report, March 25, 2025): Based on the record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure a risk assessment for tuberculosis (TB) shall be completed annually on each resident as evidenced by completion of the current screening form published by the.
- 22VAC40-73-520-I (Activity and recreational requirements, March 25, 2025): Based on observation and staff interview the facility failed to ensure the current month's activity schedule shall be posted in aconspicuous location in the facility or otherwise be made available to residents and their families.
- 22VAC40-73-550-G (Resident rights, March 25, 2025): Based on the record review the facility failed to ensure the rights and responsibilities of residents in assisted living facilities shall be reviewed annually with each resident or staff person.
- 22VAC40-73-640-A (Medication management plan and reference materials, March 25, 2025): Based on the record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure the facility shall have, keep current, and implement a written plan for medication management.
- 22VAC40-73-680-B (Administration of medications and related provisions, March 25, 2025): Based on observation and staff interview the facility failed to ensure medications shall remain in the pharmacy issued container, with the prescription label or direction labeled attached, until administered to the resident.
- 22VAC40-73-680-H (Administration of medications and related provisions, March 25, 2025): Based on the record review and staff interview the facility failed to ensure the Medication Administration Record ( MAR ) shall include: Date and time given and initials of direct care staff administering the medication; any medication.
- 22VAC40-73-120-A (Staff orientation and initial training, Jan. 13, 2025): Based on the onsite record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the orientation and training required in subsection B and C of this section shall occur within the first seven working days of employment.
- 22VAC40-73-250-D (Staff records and health requirements, Jan. 13, 2025): Based on the record review the facility failed to ensure each staff person on or within 7 days prior to the first day of work at the facility prior to coming in contact with residents shall submit the results of a risk assessment.
| Inspection date(s) | Complaint-related | Violations | Standards cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2026 | No | No | -- |
| June 18, 2026 | Yes | No | -- |
| April 23, 2026 | No | Yes | 22VAC40-73-260-A, 22VAC40-73-320-A, 22VAC40-90-40-B |
| May 23, 2025 | Yes | No | -- |
| May 8, 2025 | No | No | -- |
| March 25, 2025 | No | Yes | 22VAC40-73-250-D, 22VAC40-73-320-B, 22VAC40-73-520-I, 22VAC40-73-550-G |
| Jan. 13, 2025 | No | Yes | 22VAC40-73-120-A, 22VAC40-73-250-D |
| Oct. 3, 2024 | No | Yes | not retrieved |
| March 28, 2024 | No | Yes | not retrieved |
| March 28, 2023 | No | Yes | not retrieved |
How does LAV'M Adult Residence compare with other Chesapeake assisted living?
At 21 licensed beds, LAV'M Adult Residence is smaller than the median assisted living facility in Chesapeake (76 beds) and smaller than the Hampton Roads median of 78. 13 facilities in Chesapeake are licensed for more residents.
By licensed size it ranks 14 of 15 in Chesapeake. The closest in size are First Choice at Deep Creek LLC (12 beds, no secure unit, one violation inspection in 24 months) and Hills Home for Adults (48 beds, no secure unit, two violation inspections in 24 months). Families often tour one building of each size before deciding which feel suits their parent.
What should families ask LAV'M Adult Residence before moving in?
Ask the administrator what changed after the citations on first aid and cpr certification, physical examination and report, background checks, and ask to see the plan of correction VDSS received.
Ask what the 2 complaint investigations in the last two years involved and how the facility responded.
Ask whether residents on the Auxiliary Grant are accepted, and whether someone who spends down private savings can stay.
Ask how residents were sheltered or moved during the last hurricane warning in Chesapeake, and where they would go if the building had to evacuate.
Who can help a family considering LAV'M Adult Residence in Chesapeake?
Before a move, call Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia (SSSEVA) at 757-461-9481; after a move, the ombudsman covering LAV'M Adult Residence is reached at 757-222-4542. Licensing complaints go to VDSS at 1-800-543-7545.
| Measure | LAV'M Adult Residence | Chesapeake median / share |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 21 | 76 |
| Secure memory care unit | No | 6 of 15 facilities |
| Inspections in last 24 months | 7 | 8 |
| Inspections with violations (24 mo) | 3 | 4 |
Source: Virginia Department of Social Services, Division of Licensing Programs, facility search -- data as of October 28, 2026.