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Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility
With 34 beds, Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility is a single-story assisted living community on Amherst Street in Roanoke, Virginia, about 2 miles from the city center. It has the feel of a smaller, tightly-knit residence rather than a large campus. It’s staffed around the clock, every day of the week. Residents receive an all-inclusive mix of daily support, including scheduled housekeeping and home-cooked meals. There’s also a regular calendar of social events and activities to keep the day engaging.
Magnolia Ridge has specialized programs geared toward veterans, giving this population a tailored layer of support and standard offering. The community is administered by Sherone Cephas.
Getting around the neighborhood on foot is easy. Magnolia Ridge has a walk score of 72. Most errands can be handled without a car and many everyday essentials sit within a short walk. This may matter for visiting family members who want to stop by a nearby shop or grab a coffee during a longer visit.
State inspection reports for Magnolia Ridge have most often centered on medication management and documentation practices. It also touched on daily oversight of resident care plans. One complaint review on file found no evidence of non-compliance in how the facility handles administration or resident care.
Besides daily care, the community allows pets. It provides transportation services for residents who need to get to appointments or outings. Fitness and recreation programming keep residents active. Currently, the community has room to grow, with about 62% occupancy across its 34 beds.
Community insights.
About this community
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility is administered by Sherone Cephas.
Inspection History
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 29 deficiencies 1 complaint 7 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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.
Since 2021 vs. Virginia state average• Deficiencies per inspection (52% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (9% below)
• Total complaints (86% below)
• Complaints per year (86% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 29 | 32 | This facility has 9% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (29 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 9% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 4.1 | 2.7 | This facility has 52% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4.1 vs. VA avg 2.7).↑ 52% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 7 | 14 | This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Virginia average (7 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total complaints
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Complaints per year
| 0.2 | 1.4 | This facility has 86% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.2 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 86% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility
2.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Roanoke's city center to Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the VA Depts. of Social Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| TerraBella Pheasant Ridge | AL MC | Roanoke (Southern Hills) | 130
Facility
130
VA AVG
94
Rank
#63 / 351 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
VA AVG
45
Rank
#309 / 420 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Jenifer Quilodran |
56.9%
Facility
56.9%
VA AVG
70%
Rank
#209 / 279 | A+ | 27 | 74%
Facility
74%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#231 / 330 | 24
Facility
24
VA AVG
7
Rank
#322 / 330 | 113
Facility
113
VA AVG
32
Rank
#260 / 271 | 4.2
Facility
4.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#225 / 271 |
| Our Lady of the Valley | AL MC NH RC SNF | Roanoke (Gainsboro) | 127
Facility
127
VA AVG
94
Rank
#70 / 351 | No |
68
Facility
68
VA AVG
45
Rank
#70 / 420 | Studio / 1 Bed | Meagan Seale |
87.4%
Facility
87.4%
VA AVG
70%
Rank
#53 / 279 | A+ | 20 | 70%
Facility
70%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#211 / 330 | 7
Facility
7
VA AVG
7
Rank
#227 / 330 | 58
Facility
58
VA AVG
32
Rank
#230 / 271 | 2.9
Facility
2.9
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#176 / 271 |
| Hermitage Roanoke | AL CCRC( IL | Roanoke (Fairview) | 120
Facility
120
VA AVG
94
Rank
#81 / 351 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
VA AVG
45
Rank
#279 / 420 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Michael Davis |
39.2%
Facility
39.2%
VA AVG
70%
Rank
#265 / 279 | A+ | 11 | 100%
Facility
100%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#307 / 330 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#78 / 330 | 41
Facility
41
VA AVG
32
Rank
#202 / 271 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#207 / 271 |
| The Harmony Collection at Roanoke – Assisted Living | AL | Roanoke (Southern Hills) | 105
Facility
105
VA AVG
94
Rank
#115 / 351 | Yes |
26
Facility
26
VA AVG
45
Rank
#320 / 420 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Jenny Nicely |
73.3%
Facility
73.3%
VA AVG
70%
Rank
#129 / 279 | A+ | 22 | 77%
Facility
77%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#241 / 330 | 27
Facility
27
VA AVG
7
Rank
#326 / 330 | 104
Facility
104
VA AVG
32
Rank
#257 / 271 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#234 / 271 |
| Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility | AL | Roanoke (Ghent) | 34
Facility
34
VA AVG
94
Rank
#317 / 351 | Yes |
72
Facility
72
VA AVG
45
Rank
#57 / 420 | - | Sherone Cephas |
61.8%
Facility
61.8%
VA AVG
70%
Rank
#191 / 279 | - | 7 | 71%
Facility
71%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#217 / 330 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#78 / 330 | 29
Facility
29
VA AVG
32
Rank
#166 / 271 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#222 / 271 |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility is located in Roanoke, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility
What neighborhood is Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility in?
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility is in the Ghent neighborhood of Roanoke.
Is Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility in a walkable area?
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
When does Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility's license expires on May 31, 2028.
What is the occupancy rate at Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility?
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility's occupancy is 61.8%.
Are pets allowed at Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility?
Yes, Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility?
Sherone Cephas is the administrator of Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility.
How many beds does Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility have?
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility has 34 beds.
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