Living Waters Senior Care
Living Waters Senior Care is a locally owned and operated assisted living community managed by Melissa Green and has an active license in Timberville, Virginia, serving the greater Harrisonburg region. Serving 33 residents with a 40-bed capacity, the community has an occupancy rate of roughly 82.5%, which aligns with the Virginia state average and indicates stable demand for care within the rural Shenandoah Valley neighborhood.
Regarding its regulatory standing, the community has a detailed inspection history that families should evaluate with care. It has undergone a total of 11 inspections, five of which were prompted by complaints, and each of these visits resulted in at least one violation. This 100% violation rate is significantly higher than the Virginia average of 64.3%, and the cumulative deficiency count of 55 also exceeds the state average of 32. Additionally, frequent areas of concern identified in past reports include medication management, staff training records, emergency readiness, building upkeep, and adherence to individualized service plans. The most recent review on September 12, 2025, also cited a deficiency regarding the timelines for physician reviews of medication orders. While some complaint investigations were substantiated, such as one involving the availability of basic hygiene supplies, no formal fines or licensing enforcement actions are currently listed in the public record.
The community provides several core services, including 24-hour care, hospice coordination, and specialized nutritional and dietary support. Since it is locally owned and embedded in the neighborhood, the community appeals to those looking for a more personal connection with management and care providers. While specific data on lifestyle amenities is limited in current records, the community’s focus remains on providing consistent, around-the-clock support for its residents.
Living Waters Senior Care may serve as a practical choice for older adults in the Timberville and Harrisonburg area who need constant supervision and value a locally managed setting. However, families exploring this option are encouraged to request current staffing plans, medication protocols, and the most recent inspection summaries to ensure it meets their standards.
About this community
Occupancy
Living Waters Senior Care is administered by Melissa Green.
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 (72% above)
• Deficiencies per year (72% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (117% above)
• Inspections with violations (22% above)
• Inspection violation rate (56% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total inspections (21% below)
• Total complaints (29% below)
• Complaints per year (29% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 55 | 32 | This facility has 72% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (55 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 72% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 11 | 6.4 | This facility has 72% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (11 vs. VA avg 6.4).↑ 72% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 5 | 2.3 | This facility has 117% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (5 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 117% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 11 | 14 | This facility has 21% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (11 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 21% better |
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Inspections with violations
| 11 | 9 | This facility has 22% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (11 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 22% worse |
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Inspection violation rate
| 100% | 64% | This facility has 36 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (100% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 36% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total complaints
| 5 | 7 | This facility has 29% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (5 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 29% better |
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Complaints per year
| 1 | 1.4 | This facility has 29% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 29% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on September 12, 2025, found one deficiency for failure to have prescribers sign oral orders within 14 days, with a plan of correction accepted.
- The June 26, 2025 renewal inspection cited 13 deficiencies including staff training, medication licensure, emergency preparedness, and criminal background checks.
- Multiple complaint investigations in 2025 found unsubstantiated allegations but identified recurring issues with individualized service plans, building maintenance, reporting incidents, and sex offender screening.
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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| Brookdale Harrisonburg | AL MC | Harrisonburg (Deyerle Avenue) | 114 | No | A+ | 62 | Studio / Suite |
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| Living Waters Senior Care | AL HC MC | Timberville | 40 | No | - | 31 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Living Waters Senior Care
Is Living Waters Senior Care in a walkable area?
Living Waters Senior Care has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
When does Living Waters Senior Care's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Living Waters Senior Care's license expires on July 31, 2025.
What is the occupancy rate at Living Waters Senior Care?
Living Waters Senior Care's occupancy is 83%.
Who is the administrator of Living Waters Senior Care?
Melissa Green is the administrator of Living Waters Senior Care.
How many beds does Living Waters Senior Care have?
Living Waters Senior Care has 40 beds.
Has Living Waters Senior Care had any recent deficiencies?
Living Waters Senior Care has had 11 recently reported deficiencies.
What is the address of Living Waters Senior Care?
Living Waters Senior Care is located at 379 North Main Street, Timberville, VA 22853.
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