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Runk & Pratt of Forest
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Forest, VA
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Runk & Pratt of Forest

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Forest, VA
208 Gristmill Drive, Forest, VA 24551 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Runk & Pratt of Forest

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Runk and Pratt of Forest is a senior living community in Forest, Virginia, that focuses on memory care, specializing in care for those living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Administered by Meia Booker, the community is part of the Runk and Pratt senior care network. This purpose-built memory care in the Lynchburg area has 84 licensed beds and is currently operating at approximately 69% occupancy, suggesting immediate availability.

A total of 48 inspections have been conducted, 28 of which resulted in violations, or 58.3%, which is below the Virginia average of 64.3%, with a total of 85 deficiencies. The most recent inspection on November 21, 2025, cited zero deficiencies, marking a significant improvement. Previous findings also included concerns related to staff communication, documentation, medication management, overnight staffing, and maintenance, with one complaint in August 2025 involving communication challenges that was substantiated. There have been no fines or license actions, and recent monitoring visits have not identified new violations.

The community has extensive amenities and services designed specifically for dementia care, including physician services, medical oversight, medication management, wellness and prevention programs, on-site therapy, and a secured environment. Spacious common areas, an outdoor patio with gardens, a beauty and barbershop, a multi-sensory room, and a range of social and activity-based programming are also available on-site. Additional features also include dietitian-guided meal plans, housekeeping and linen service, a whirlpool spa, and high-speed internet and cable, while clinical support includes nursing services, licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation services, and a dedicated memory support program. The multi-sensory room and secured outdoor spaces also appeal to residents with cognitive impairment.

Runk and Pratt of Forest is a great option for families seeking dedicated memory care in the Forest and Lynchburg area, particularly for those with moderate to advanced dementia who require a secure setting and structured therapeutic programming.

Facility Direct Line (434) 385-0297
Facility Direct Line (434) 385-0297 Forest@RunkandPratt.com
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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
58
Bed community size
84-bed community Rank #205 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 205th out of 365 homes we track in Virginia for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 47 / 100 Rank #191 / 434Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 191st out of 434 homes we track in Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
69%
Rank #174 / 293Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 174th out of 293 homes we track in Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 293. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
58 / 84
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 14, 2026

Ownership & Operating Entity

Runk & Pratt of Forest is administered by Meia Booker.

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Memory Support

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Garden
Salon
Social Events
Activities
Housekeeping
Spa
Wi-Fi
Internet Access
Cable Tv
Multi-Sensory Room

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 85 deficiencies 20 complaints 48 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 4 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (166% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (211% above)
• Total complaints (186% above)
• Complaints per year (186% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Inspection deficiency rate (9% below)

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. 8532 This facility has 166% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (85 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 166% worse

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 4814 This facility has had 243% more total inspections than the Virginia average (48 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 243% more
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory deficiency. 289 This facility has 211% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (28 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 211% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 58%64% This facility has 6 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (58% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 6% 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. 207 This facility has 186% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (20 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 186% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 41.4 This facility has 186% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 1.4).↑ 186% worse
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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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Runk & Pratt of Forest
AL
IL
MC
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84
Facility 84
VA AVG 96
Rank #205 / 365
No
47
Facility 47
VA AVG 45
Rank #191 / 434
-Meia Booker 69.0% -48
58%
Facility 58%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #170 / 330
20
Facility 20
VA AVG 7
Rank #317 / 330
85
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VA AVG 32
Rank #252 / 271
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VA AVG 2.3
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VA AVG 96
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16
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VA AVG 45
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40%
Facility 40%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #83 / 330
3
Facility 3
VA AVG 7
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14
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VA AVG 32
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VA AVG 2.3
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MC
NH
SNF
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64
Facility 64
VA AVG 96
Rank #263 / 365
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50
Facility 50
VA AVG 45
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Facility 20%
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0
Facility 0
VA AVG 7
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IL
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SNF
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60
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33
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Frequently Asked Questions about Runk & Pratt of Forest

Is Runk & Pratt of Forest in a walkable area?

Runk & Pratt of Forest has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

When does Runk & Pratt of Forest's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Runk & Pratt of Forest's license expires on October 14, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Runk & Pratt of Forest?

Runk & Pratt of Forest's occupancy is 69%.

Are pets allowed at Runk & Pratt of Forest?

No, Runk & Pratt of Forest has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Runk & Pratt of Forest?

Meia Booker is the administrator of Runk & Pratt of Forest.

How many beds does Runk & Pratt of Forest have?

Runk & Pratt of Forest has 84 beds.

Has Runk & Pratt of Forest had any deficiencies?

Runk & Pratt of Forest has had 85 reported deficiencies since 2021 according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).

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