Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore

Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore CSL Eastern Shore-offering Assisted Living, Independent Living, & Memory Care in Onancock, VA Housekeeping. Cooking. Upkeep. Linens. We've got it all covered.

As the area's premier choice for retirement living for over 50 years, our residents live comfortably in the historic village of Onancock in their choice of a studio or one-bedroom suites. Residents enjoy three levels of care - independent living, assisted living, and memory care - within the same beautiful community so that even if your care needs may change, your address doesn't have to. Life at

Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore offers the best of both worlds. Our residents enjoy the privacy and the comfort of their own space with the peace of mind of knowing that all maintenance and chores will be taken care of by our team. But don't just take our word for it. We're proud to have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report:
- Best Assisted Living in Onancock, Virginia for 2021
- Best Memory Care for 2025
- Best Independent Living for 2025
- High Performing Independent Living: Management and Staff for 2025
- High Performing Assisted Living: Activities and Enrichment for 2025

Don't miss out on your opportunity to live in this beautiful community - make your appointment to tour today.

Before the Easter holiday, our residents had a wonderful time at their monthly Paint Party with Becky and our dear frien...
04/19/2026

Before the Easter holiday, our residents had a wonderful time at their monthly Paint Party with Becky and our dear friends from Market Street Methodist Church! 🎨🌷

Creativity was in full bloom as everyone picked up their brushes and brought beautiful seasonal scenes to life.

We are so grateful for Becky and her friends who make these special gatherings possible each month. Our residents always look forward to these paint parties and truly enjoy the time spent creating, socializing, and celebrating the joy of the season together. 🤩

When you call your loved one, are you checking if they took their medicine? Or maybe asking if the door is locked? 💭👵 Wh...
04/17/2026

When you call your loved one, are you checking if they took their medicine? Or maybe asking if the door is locked? 💭👵

What if instead, the conversation was about all the fun they had that day - the laughter, the friendships, and the activities they enjoyed?

If you can relate to this, it might be time to learn more about what senior living can do for you.

Check out our appearance on The Hampton Roads Show where we show you your options: https://bit.ly/3QjPMNO

Kristi Massey from Commonwealth Senior Living joined HRS with how they are creating community and engaging residents by providing daily interaction through special programs.

04/16/2026

What a paws-itively wonderful surprise for our sweet resident, Barbara! 🐾 🫶

Barbara recently enjoyed a very special outing to our local Animal Control to meet her all-time favorite animal, a beautiful Dalmatian!

Dalmatians have always held a special place in her heart, so this visit was planned as a complete surprise just for her. The moment she saw that spotted friend, her face lit up with pure joy. 🥹

She loved the Dalmatian so much, and even joked that she wanted to take the dog home with her!

A huge thank you goes out to our wonderful concierge, Jennifer, who connected with Eastern Shore Regional Animal Control Facility and made this heartwarming experience possible with the help of our dedicated Resident Programs team.

It truly takes teamwork to create moments like these, and we are so grateful to be able to bring such happiness to our residents. 🩵

We had a wonderful time at our latest   class. 📖 💭 A big thank you to Medicare Advantage Specialist, Kathy Watson, and F...
04/14/2026

We had a wonderful time at our latest class. 📖 💭

A big thank you to Medicare Advantage Specialist, Kathy Watson, and Field Sales Manager at Garity Advantage, Megan Wessells, for joining us in leading an engaging presentation on "Habits of Healthy People."

Everyone truly enjoyed learning practical tips for staying active, healthy, and happy! 👏

We are so grateful for their time, knowledge, and generosity. We look forward to welcoming them back again soon!

April is packed with exciting things happening at  ! 🔜🌷 We kicked the month off with a special surprise from the Easter ...
04/12/2026

April is packed with exciting things happening at ! 🔜🌷

We kicked the month off with a special surprise from the Easter Bunny last weekend, and now we're looking forward to our associate Easter egg hunt, which always brings out some friendly competition and lots of laughs.

Also starting is our Alzheimer's Candy Count to support our team participating in the . 🍬

Whether you're a resident, family member, friend, or just supporter of our community, stop by and guess how many jellybeans are in the jar to win a prize! All funds raised will be donated to the Alzheimer's Association, helping to make a difference in the lives of so many.

Spring is a season of joy, connection, and giving back, and we are so grateful to share these special moments with our wonderful .

Stay tuned for more fun as we continue celebrating all month long! 💜

04/10/2026
  had a wonderful time celebrating an Easter-themed   as we kicked off the spring season! 🐰💐 The evening was filled with...
04/09/2026

had a wonderful time celebrating an Easter-themed as we kicked off the spring season! 🐰💐

The evening was filled with laughter, smiles, and special moments shared with family and friends. Seeing our residents surrounded by their loved ones made the night even more meaningful.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this special evening possible. Your time, support, and dedication helped create memories that will be cherished for a long time. 🧡

We went all in on  's 2026 Annual Conference! 🎰 It was such a great week of spotlighting the exceptional leaders who mak...
04/07/2026

We went all in on 's 2026 Annual Conference! 🎰

It was such a great week of spotlighting the exceptional leaders who make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, families, and fellow associates every day.

With this year's theme, "All In: Raise the Stakes," we invited our teams to reflect deeply, connect intentionally, and lead with purpose across our communities. ♣️♥️

And let's just say our leaders didn't just play their cards right, they stacked the deck in favor of excellence! 👏

Meet the award winners who truly raised the bar: https://bit.ly/4sD43Tr

We are incredibly proud to shine the spotlight on one of our very own talented residents, Peggy, who has accomplished so...
04/07/2026

We are incredibly proud to shine the spotlight on one of our very own talented residents, Peggy, who has accomplished something truly special. 🧡

Peggy is an author, and she has just completed her fifth and final book—a beautiful reflection of her life’s journey.

This heartfelt story begins at the start of her marriage and takes readers along for the ride through the fun of love, cherished memories, and a lifetime of lessons learned along the way. It is a touching tribute to the experiences that shaped her life! ✍️ 📖

Peggy is so excited to share another piece of her life on paper, and we are just as excited for you to read it.

If you are interested in purchasing a copy of Peggy’s book, the best way to do so is to visit our community, where her books are available for sale in the front lobby. Stop by to support a wonderful local author, and take home a story filled with love, laughter, and wisdom. 🔜

A sweet treat that always hits the spot! 🍨💫  Our Sweet Memories residents enjoyed a delightful afternoon trip on the tow...
04/05/2026

A sweet treat that always hits the spot! 🍨💫

Our Sweet Memories residents enjoyed a delightful afternoon trip on the town where we stopped for ice cream.

Moments like these remind us how the simple things—good company, a change of scenery, and a delicious dessert—can make such a meaningful difference in our residents’ day here at ! 🤩

04/02/2026

In light of the recent KitKat heist of 2026, we can confirm that a suspiciously high number of KitKats have recently gone
"missing" within ! 🍫

After a thorough internal investigation, we've identified several persons of interest
—last seen near the snack cart and afternoon coffee hour.

Our residents have assured us this was not a "heist," but rather a well-deserved break.

The good news:
✅ Spirits are high
✅ Chocolate morale is even higher
✅ No snacks are ever truly safe

We will continue working closely with our residents to... monitor the situation (and maybe share a few bites)

In anticipation of the Easter season, our talented residents had a wonderful time showing off their festive paintings us...
03/27/2026

In anticipation of the Easter season, our talented residents had a wonderful time showing off their festive paintings using a fun and unique technique—bubble wrap Easter eggs! 🐰 🐣

We painted the bubble wrap with lots of different colors and carefully transferred the designs onto canvases, creating beautiful textured masterpieces that truly captured the joy of the season.

Laughter was everywhere as we experimented with colors, patterns, and creativity, and the final results were absolutely egg-ceptional! 👏

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23610 North Street
Onancock, VA
23417

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