Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)
Mountain Memories is an assisted living and memory care community in Elkins, West Virginia, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care to older adults in Randolph County. The community appeals to older adults and families seeking a single place that provides evolving care in a residential setting. Operating since May 2024 with 88 beds, the community is administered by Christina Mullenax and is owned by Mountain Memories Assisted Living and Retirement Center LLC.
With an 88-bed capacity, the community is one of the larger assisted living residences in the area. 74 of 88 beds are also occupied, marking an approximately 84% occupancy rate, which suggests steady demand while still offering consistent availability. The community has been inspected 18 times by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure, with the most recent inspection on May 8, 2025. Over time, the community has accumulated 100 deficiencies; hence, it is recommended for families and older adults to directly inquire about the measures taken for improvement.
Assistance with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and medication management, memory care for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, as well as respite services, are the care programs offered. Additionally, a calendar of activities and events is provided. With a dual designation of ALR/ ALZ, the community is purposely built for assisted living and memory care.
With a community-oriented residential setting, Mountain Memories is an ideal option for older adults in the Elkins area seeking a social and family atmosphere. The community’s memory care services also ensure continuity of care without moving to a different place.
About this community
Occupancy
Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz) is legally operated by Mountain Memories Assisted Living and Retirement Center LLC (ALR/ALZ), and administered by Christina Mullenax.
Inspection History
In West Virginia, the Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure is responsible for the unannounced inspection and certification of all senior care facilities.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the West Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2013 vs. West Virginia state average• Total deficiencies (60% below)
• Deficiencies per year (60% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (62% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WV Average | vs. WV Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 100 | 249 | This facility has 60% fewer total deficiencies than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (100 vs. WV avg 249).↓ 60% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 7.7 | 19.2 | This facility has 60% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (7.7 vs. WV avg 19.2).↓ 60% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 5.6 | 14.6 | This facility has 62% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (5.6 vs. WV avg 14.6).↓ 62% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | WV Average | vs. WV Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 18 | 17 | This facility has had 6% more total inspections than the West Virginia average (18 vs. WV avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 6% more |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on November 13, 2025 found no deficiencies and confirmed correction of all prior deficiencies.
- The August 13, 2025 annual survey cited seven deficiencies including care plan signatures, psychotropic medication evaluations, scheduled activities, housekeeping, and medication timing.
- The March 29, 2023 complaint investigation found 12 deficiencies involving staffing shortages, medication errors, infection control lapses, safety issues, and poor housekeeping.
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The information below is reported by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure.
| Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz) | AL MC RC | Elkins | 88 | No | 77 | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)
Who is the owner of Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)?
Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz) is legally operated by Mountain Memories Assisted Living and Retirement Center LLC (ALR/ALZ), and administered by Christina Mullenax.
Is Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz) in a walkable area?
Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz) has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)?
According to WV state health department records, Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)'s license number is 507578.
When does Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)'s license expire?
According to WV state health department records, Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)'s license expires on May 10, 2025.
What is the occupancy rate at Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)?
Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)'s occupancy is 84%.
Are pets allowed at Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)?
No, Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz) has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz)?
Christina Mullenax is the administrator of Mountain Memories (Alr/Alz).
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