The Pearl at Watkins Centre
Memory Care & Respite Care · Midlothian, VA

The Pearl at Watkins Centre

Memory Care & Respite Care · Midlothian, VA

Overview of The Pearl at Watkins Centre

Nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Watkins Centre Parkway Midlothian, VA, The Pearl at Watkins Centre is an extraordinary senior living community that offers memory care, and respite care services. Residents can choose from among luxurious and spacious accommodations with several floor plans based on their personal preferences. With its trained and compassionate team, the community offers its notable memory care service named the Signature Memory Care Neighborhood for its residents with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. As for respite care services, it provides a 60-day short-term stay.

The community is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and all-inclusive environment wherein residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities and services, including a full-service salon, an arts and crafts studio, a bistro, activity rooms, a main and private dining room, individualized care plans, personal laundry and linen service, daily housekeeping, daily wellness checks, medication management, etc. With The Pearl at Watkins Centre, seniors can receive the utmost care and support.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
41
Bed community size
50-bed community Rank #300 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 300th out of 365 homes we track in Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 33 / 100 Rank #282 / 435Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 282nd out of 435 homes we track in Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
82%
Rank #93 / 297Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 93rd out of 297 homes we track in Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 297. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
41 / 50
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationApril 30, 2027
QualificationNon-Ambulatory | Residential and Assisted Living Care | Special Care Unit

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Pearl at Watkins Centre is administered by Ashley Beckett.

Contact Information

Business Hours24 hours a day , 7 days

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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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 22 deficiencies 12 complaints 27 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2020 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Inspections with deficiencies (44% above)
• Total complaints (71% above)
• Complaints per year (67% above)
2 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (31% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (25% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2232 This facility has 31% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (22 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 31% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 2714 This facility has had 93% more total inspections than the Virginia average (27 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 93% more
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory deficiency. 139 This facility has 44% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (13 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 44% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 48%64% This facility has 16 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (48% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 16% better

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 127 This facility has 71% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (12 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 71% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2020. 21.2 This facility has 67% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2 vs. VA avg 1.2).↑ 67% worse

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Companion

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Places of interest near The Pearl at Watkins Centre

Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Midlothian's city center to The Pearl at Watkins Centre's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Memory Care around Midlothian

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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Auburn Hill Senior Living
MC
AL
Midlothian (Brandermill)
115
Facility 115
VA AVG 96
Rank #102 / 365
No
36
Facility 36
VA AVG 45
Rank #256 / 435
-Stacey Bowen 85.2% C20
55%
Facility 55%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #156 / 330
26
Facility 26
VA AVG 32
Rank #154 / 271
1.3
Facility 1.3
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #90 / 271
Bickford of Chesterfield
MC
AL
Midlothian
74
Facility 74
VA AVG 96
Rank #231 / 365
Yes
54
Facility 54
VA AVG 45
Rank #156 / 435
Private RoomsEileen Kwak 75.7% -14
57%
Facility 57%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #164 / 330
40
Facility 40
VA AVG 32
Rank #200 / 271
2.9
Facility 2.9
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #199 / 271
The Pearl at Watkins Centre
MC
RC
Midlothian
50
Facility 50
VA AVG 96
Rank #300 / 365
Yes
33
Facility 33
VA AVG 45
Rank #282 / 435
Studio / CompanionAshley Beckett 82.0% -27
48%
Facility 48%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #118 / 330
22
Facility 22
VA AVG 32
Rank #142 / 271
0.8
Facility 0.8
VA AVG 2.3
Rank #48 / 271

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Virginia

The Pearl at Watkins Centre is located in Midlothian, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.

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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

Age 65+ or disabled
General Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
VA

Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Virginia resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
VA

Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

Age 60+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month 200% FPL
Asset Limits Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA

Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Chore services Assessments Respite (~5 days/year)

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
VA

Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Benefits
Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Equipment repair (~$250)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
VA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025) ~$50,000-$75,000/year household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000
Asset Limits Varies e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000
VA

Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption/deferral (~$500-$2,000/year depending on locality)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General VA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about The Pearl at Watkins Centre

Is The Pearl at Watkins Centre in a walkable area?

The Pearl at Watkins Centre has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

When does The Pearl at Watkins Centre's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, The Pearl at Watkins Centre's license expires on April 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at The Pearl at Watkins Centre?

The Pearl at Watkins Centre's occupancy is 82%.

Are pets allowed at The Pearl at Watkins Centre?

Yes, The Pearl at Watkins Centre allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Pearl at Watkins Centre?

Ashley Beckett is the administrator of The Pearl at Watkins Centre.

How many beds does The Pearl at Watkins Centre have?

The Pearl at Watkins Centre has 50 beds.

Has The Pearl at Watkins Centre had any deficiencies?

The Pearl at Watkins Centre has had 22 reported deficiencies since 2020 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).

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