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Legacy Ridge Memory Care
Legacy Ridge Memory Care is a premier assisted living community located in Gainesville, Virginia. They present a purposeful and all-encompassing approach to memory care, ensuring the highest level of care for senior residents. With state-of-the-art accommodations, thoughtfully designed programming, and a warm, inviting atmosphere, every detail has been meticulously considered.
Legacy Ridge offers safe and secure courtyards, a rejuvenating Spa, a fitness center, a salon, and well-appointed activity rooms, offering residents a variety of engaging experiences. Their restaurant-style dining further elevates the senior living experience, where healthy living and healthy aging blend seamlessly.
License #AL1104880
Community insights.
About this community
Legacy Ridge Memory Care is administered by Kathryn Barnes.
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.
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• Total deficiencies (31% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (26% below)
• Total complaints (14% below)
• Complaints per year (14% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 22 | 32 | This facility has 31% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (22 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 31% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.0 | 2.7 | This facility has 26% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2 vs. VA avg 2.7).↓ 26% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 11 | 14 | This facility has had 21% fewer total inspections than the Virginia average (11 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 21% fewer |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total complaints
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 14% better |
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Complaints per year
| 1.2 | 1.4 | This facility has 14% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.2 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 14% better |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Room Sizes: 265 / 285 / 305 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Legacy Ridge Memory Care
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2.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gainesville's city center to Legacy Ridge Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 9.43 miles to nearest hospital (Fauquier Health)
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Compare Assisted Living around Alexandria
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.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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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| The Fountains at Washington House | AL IL MC | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 215
Facility
215
VA AVG
96
Rank
#14 / 365 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
VA AVG
45
Rank
#76 / 434 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | Victoria Baxter |
32.6%
Facility
32.6%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#286 / 293 | A+ | 5 | 40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#73 / 330 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#78 / 330 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
32
Rank
#48 / 271 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#68 / 271 |
| Potomac Place Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Woodbridge | 148
Facility
148
VA AVG
96
Rank
#48 / 365 | Yes |
59
Facility
59
VA AVG
45
Rank
#115 / 434 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Mr. Fredy Montes |
54.7%
Facility
54.7%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#234 / 293 | - | 7 | 14%
Facility
14%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#20 / 330 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
7
Rank
#154 / 330 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
32
Rank
#25 / 271 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#24 / 271 |
| Benchmark at Alexandria | AL MC RC | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 134
Facility
134
VA AVG
96
Rank
#63 / 365 | Yes |
81
Facility
81
VA AVG
45
Rank
#43 / 434 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Carol L. Tarlowoh |
47.8%
Facility
47.8%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#257 / 293 | C- | 5 | 80%
Facility
80%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#251 / 330 | 2
Facility
2
VA AVG
7
Rank
#117 / 330 | 19
Facility
19
VA AVG
32
Rank
#130 / 271 | 3.8
Facility
3.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#212 / 271 |
| Sunrise of Alexandria | AL HOS MC | Alexandria (Seminary Hill) | 110
Facility
110
VA AVG
96
Rank
#109 / 365 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
VA AVG
45
Rank
#97 / 434 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Arin Burrell-Duru |
65.5%
Facility
65.5%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#191 / 293 | A- | 7 | 29%
Facility
29%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#45 / 330 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
7
Rank
#154 / 330 | 4
Facility
4
VA AVG
32
Rank
#35 / 271 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#34 / 271 |
| Legacy Ridge Memory Care | AL IL MC RESC RC | Gainesville | 72
Facility
72
VA AVG
96
Rank
#240 / 365 | No |
24
Facility
24
VA AVG
45
Rank
#342 / 434 | Studio | Kathryn Barnes |
81.9%
Facility
81.9%
VA AVG
71%
Rank
#94 / 293 | - | 11 | 55%
Facility
55%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#133 / 330 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
7
Rank
#216 / 330 | 22
Facility
22
VA AVG
32
Rank
#142 / 271 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#122 / 271 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia
Legacy Ridge Memory Care is located in Gainesville, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Legacy Ridge Memory Care
Is Legacy Ridge Memory Care in a walkable area?
Legacy Ridge Memory Care has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the occupancy rate at Legacy Ridge Memory Care?
Legacy Ridge Memory Care's occupancy is 82%.
Does Legacy Ridge Memory Care have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Legacy Ridge Memory Care on this page.
Are pets allowed at Legacy Ridge Memory Care?
No, Legacy Ridge Memory Care has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Legacy Ridge Memory Care?
Kathryn Barnes is the administrator of Legacy Ridge Memory Care.
How many beds does Legacy Ridge Memory Care have?
Legacy Ridge Memory Care has 72 beds.
Has Legacy Ridge Memory Care had any deficiencies?
Legacy Ridge Memory Care has had 22 reported deficiencies according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).
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