Essex House

Essex House is a licensed assisted living facility located in Tappahannock, Virginia. Virginia Assisted Living Facilities provide a variety of services based on licensure level. Facilities may be licensed as Residential or Assisted Living based on the intensity of care provided.

Essex House has a licensed capacity of 20 residents. Services typically include assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, eating), medication management, meals, housekeeping, laundry, social and recreational activities, transportation, and 24-hour staff availability. Some facilities offer specialized memory care.

Who We Serve: Assisted Living Facilities serve older adults and people with disabilities who need help with daily activities but do not require the 24-hour skilled nursing care provided in nursing homes.

Licensing: Typically licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services, Division of Licensing Programs.

Payment Options: In Virginia, Medicaid may help pay for assisted living through the Elderly or Disabled with Consumer Direction (EDCD) Waiver, Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC+). Eligibility is based on both financial and functional criteria. Contact Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services or visit https://www.dmas.virginia.gov/ to learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply. Wait lists are common for waiver programs, so applying early is recommended.

Families researching assisted living options should verify the facility's current license status, review any inspection reports, and schedule a visit to assess whether the environment and services meet their loved one's needs. For more information about assisted living regulations in Virginia, visit Virginia Department of Social Services, Division of Licensing Programs.

Licensing requirements and regulations may change. We recommend verifying current requirements directly with your state's licensing agency.