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Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%Friendship Assisted Living, Inc. is administrated by Alex Parker.
In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 16 | 32 | This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 50% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 3.2 | 6.4 | This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3.2 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 50% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 3.2 | 2.3 | This facility has 39% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3.2 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 39% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 5 | 14 | This facility has 64% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (5 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 64% better |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 4 | 9 | This facility has 56% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 56% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 80% | 64% | This facility has 16 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (80% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 16% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on March 20, 2025, found a deficiency related to medication management, specifically the failure to properly date opened bulk and non-packaged medications such as insulin pens. Earlier inspections showed similar medication management issues, including improper storage and administration of medications, as well as other deficiencies involving staff training, individualized service plans, and physical plant conditions. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were noted in any of the reports. The pattern of medication management deficiencies has persisted over time, with some improvement in other areas but ongoing challenges in this key area.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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4.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Roanoke's city center to Friendship Assisted Living, Inc.'s address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Friendship Assisted Living, Inc. is located in ROANOKE, Virginia.
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| The Park Oak Grove |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Roanoke | 164 | Yes | 57 | - | Dorothy Anna Gring | 45.7% | A+ | 35 | 77.1% | 17 | 93 | 2.7 |
| TerraBella Pheasant Ridge |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Roanoke (Southern Hills) | 130 | Yes | 28 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Jenifer Quilodran | 56.9% | A+ | 44 | 61.4% | 24 | 113 | 2.6 |
| Friendship Assisted Living, Inc. |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Roanoke | 120 | No | 19 | - | Alex Parker | 70.0% | - | 5 | 80% | - | 16 | 3.2 |
| Hermitage Roanoke |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Roanoke (Fairview) | 120 | Yes | 32 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Michael Davis | 39.2% | A+ | 13 | 92.3% | 1 | 41 | 3.2 |
| The Harmony Collection at Roanoke – Assisted Living |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Roanoke (Southern Hills) | 105 | Yes | 26 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Jenny Nicely | 73.3% | A+ | 51 | 54.9% | 27 | 104 | 2.0 |
Friendship Assisted Living, Inc. has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to VA state health department records, Friendship Assisted Living, Inc.'s license expires on May 31, 2026.
Friendship Assisted Living, Inc.'s occupancy is 70%.
Alex Parker is the administrator of Friendship Assisted Living, Inc..
Friendship Assisted Living, Inc. has 120 beds.
Friendship Assisted Living, Inc. has had 5 recently reported deficiencies.
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