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Cardinal Senior Communities
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bedford, VA
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Cardinal Senior Communities

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bedford, VA
1350 Longwood Avenue, Bedford, VA 24523 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Cardinal Senior Communities

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Cardinal Senior Communities is an assisted living and memory care community managed by Hollie E. Bruffy in Bedford, Virginia. This 57-bed community is one of the more affordable options for families throughout the central Virginia region.

With 34 of 57 beds occupied, the community has a current occupancy rate of roughly 60%, which sits below the Virginia state average of 85.7%. This typically indicates open availability and no waitlist delays. The community also provides a moderately sized environment where residents can often receive more direct interaction with staff than is common in much larger settings.

Full-service dining, a variety of on-site activities, a salon, and handicap-accessible transportation are offered. Additionally, the care team includes licensed nurses and CNAs who provide nursing services and specialized memory care. Respite care also appeals to families seeking short-term assistance.

The community has undergone 24 total inspections, which is higher than the Virginia average of 14. However, violations were identified in only 62.5% of those visits, slightly lower than the state average of 64.3%. While 16 of these inspections were complaint-initiated, the total deficiency count of 54 is above the state average of 32. The most recent review in August 2025 also cited concerns related to medication management, specifically involving missed doses and delivery delays. Past records also show a recurring pattern involving medication administration and resident care documentation. However, most complaint investigations were found to be unsubstantiated, and there are no records of fines or license suspensions. Families are encouraged to discuss current medication protocols with the management during their evaluation.

With a blend of social activities, transportation services, and convenient on-site amenities, Cardinal Senior Communities is a practical option for older adults in the Bedford and Lynchburg area who require assisted living or memory care support in a smaller setting at an accessible price point.

Facility Direct Line (540) 586-0825
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Bed community size
57-bed community Rank #294 / 371Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 294th out of 371 homes in Virginia. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 65 / 100 Rank #82 / 449Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 449 homes in Virginia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
60%
Rank #229 / 314Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 229th out of 314 homes in Virginia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 314. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
34 / 57
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationJune 30, 2027

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cardinal Senior Communities is administered by Hollie E. Bruffy.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsFull-Service dining, onsite activities, full service salon, handicap accessible transport

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting at$2,300/month

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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 54 deficiencies 16 complaints 24 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 6 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (69% above)
• Deficiencies per year (70% above)
• Total inspections (71% above)
• Inspections with violations (67% above)
• Total complaints (129% above)
• Complaints per year (125% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Virginia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (at VA avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Inspection violation rate (2% below)
Latest Inspection August 29, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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. 5432 This facility has 69% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (54 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 69% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2020. 95.3 This facility has 70% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (9 vs. VA avg 5.3).↑ 70% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.32.3 This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the Virginia average (2.3 vs. VA avg 2.3).— At avg

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2414 This facility has 71% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (24 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 71% worse
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 159 This facility has 67% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (15 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 67% worse
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 63%64% This facility has 1 percentage point lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (63% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 1% 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. 167 This facility has 129% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 129% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2020. 2.71.2 This facility has 125% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.7 vs. VA avg 1.2).↑ 125% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on August 29, 2025, found one deficiency for failure to implement medication management, resulting in delayed and missed medication doses.
  • The April 8, 2025 renewal inspection cited six deficiencies including medication management, infection control training, incident reporting, and failure to verify sex offender status before admission.
  • Multiple complaint investigations from 2024 to 2025 found some substantiated issues with individualized service plans and medication administration, but many complaints were unsubstantiated or partially substantiated.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cardinal Senior Communities

Is Cardinal Senior Communities in a walkable area?

Cardinal Senior Communities has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

When does Cardinal Senior Communities's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Cardinal Senior Communities's license expires on June 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Cardinal Senior Communities?

Cardinal Senior Communities's occupancy is 60%.

Who is the administrator of Cardinal Senior Communities?

Hollie E. Bruffy is the administrator of Cardinal Senior Communities.

How many beds does Cardinal Senior Communities have?

Cardinal Senior Communities has 57 beds.

Has Cardinal Senior Communities had any recent deficiencies?

Cardinal Senior Communities has had 24 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Cardinal Senior Communities?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Cardinal Senior Communities in the photo gallery on this page.

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