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The Ridge at Sterling
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Sterling, VA
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The Ridge at Sterling

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Sterling, VA
46555 Harry Byrd Hwy, Sterling, VA 20164 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Ridge at Sterling

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Administered by Mary Franck-Rolin, The Ridge at Sterling is a senior living community in Sterling, Virginia, in Loudoun County. The community offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care. Residents receive different levels of support without moving to another community as their needs change.

The 80-bed community currently houses 66 residents, reflecting an occupancy rate of 83%. Staff are available 24 hours a day. Housekeeping and laundry services are included as part of everyday life. Residents can relax in the outdoor courtyard and join in activities and programs designed around their individual interests and needs.

Reston Hospital Center is about 4 miles away, giving residents and families convenient access to nearby hospital care. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 23. Most errands and outings require a vehicle.

State inspections by Virginia’s Department of Social Services have mainly focused on staff training and medication management documentation. Some inspections found no deficiencies. Families touring The Ridge at Sterling should ask how these areas are managed as part of the community’s daily operations.

Facility Direct Line (703) 450-6411
Facility Direct Line (703) 450-6411
Bed community size
80-bed community Rank #214 / 371Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 214th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 23 / 100 Rank #345 / 449Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #98 / 314Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 98th 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.
Similar to the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
66 / 80
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 3, 2026
QualificationResidential and Assisted Living Care | Non-Ambulatory

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Ridge at Sterling is administered by Ms. Mary Franck-Rolin.

Contact Information

Business Hours12:00 a.m - 11:59 p.m., Sunday to Saturday 24 hours a day

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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 2021 · 5 years of data 33 deficiencies 8 complaints 20 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 2021 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average 5 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (3% above)
• Deficiencies per year (3% above)
• Inspections with violations (22% above)
• Total complaints (14% above)
• Complaints per year (14% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (26% below)
• Inspection violation rate (14% below)
Latest Inspection November 24, 2025 Monitoring

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. 3332 This facility has 3% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (33 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 3% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 6.66.4 This facility has 3% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6.6 vs. VA avg 6.4).↑ 3% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.72.3 This facility has 26% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.7 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 26% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2014 This facility has had 43% more total inspections than the Virginia average (20 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 43% more
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 119 This facility has 22% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (11 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 22% worse
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 55%64% This facility has 9 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (55% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 9% 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. 87 This facility has 14% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (8 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 1.61.4 This facility has 14% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.6 vs. VA avg 1.4).↑ 14% 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 November 24, 2025, found no deficiencies and did not support the facility's self-reported non-compliance with building and grounds standards.
  • The October 24, 2025 renewal inspection cited four deficiencies including an acting administrator exceeding 150 days, insufficient staff training, medication management failures, and missing physician orders.
  • The September 4, 2025 complaint investigations substantiated multiple medication management violations and lack of clean linens, citing five and one deficiencies respectively in resident care and accommodations.
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Address 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sterling's city center to The Ridge at Sterling's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.36 miles to nearest hospital (Reston Hospital Center)

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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.

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VA AVG 95
Rank #214 / 371
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

The Ridge at Sterling is located in Sterling, 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 Ridge at Sterling

Is The Ridge at Sterling in a walkable area?

The Ridge at Sterling has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

When does The Ridge at Sterling's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, The Ridge at Sterling's license expires on November 3, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Ridge at Sterling?

The Ridge at Sterling's occupancy is 83%.

Who is the administrator of The Ridge at Sterling?

Ms. Mary Franck-Rolin is the administrator of The Ridge at Sterling.

How many beds does The Ridge at Sterling have?

The Ridge at Sterling has 80 beds.

Has The Ridge at Sterling had any recent deficiencies?

The Ridge at Sterling has had 20 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of The Ridge at Sterling?

Yes — there are 8 photos of The Ridge at Sterling in the photo gallery on this page.

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