SweetBriar Assisted Living
Sweetbriar is a senior care provider that provides respite care and adult day care. The dedicated team of professionals ensures to provide compassionate care for a speedy recovery. They ensure residents are inspired to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Sweetbriar is committed to ensuring that residents are comfortable and secure in the community.
The beautiful community is built with a list of amenities residents can take advantage of common areas, lounges, a library, restaurant-style dining and cafe, and a fitness center. Personalized care for specialty services is provided such as housekeeping, 24/7 care staff, and scheduled activities– offered to maintain a bustling environment.
About this community
Occupancy
SweetBriar Assisted Living is legally operated by Sweetbriar Assisted Living, Llc.
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, citation, 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 2001 vs. West Virginia state average• Total inspections (47% above)
• Health investigations (67% above)
• Life safety inspections (67% above) 3 Better Metrics better than West Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (5% below)
• Deficiencies per year (5% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (35% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WV Average | vs. WV Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 237 | 249 | This facility has 5% fewer total deficiencies than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (237 vs. WV avg 249).↓ 5% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 9.5 | 10 | This facility has 5% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (9.5 vs. WV avg 10).↓ 5% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 9.5 | 14.6 | This facility has 35% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (9.5 vs. WV avg 14.6).↓ 35% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | WV Average | vs. WV Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 25 | 17 | This facility has 47% more total inspections than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (25 vs. WV avg 17).↑ 47% worse |
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Health investigations
| 20 | 12 | This facility has 67% more health investigations than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (20 vs. WV avg 12).↑ 67% worse |
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Life safety inspections
| 5 | 3 | This facility has 67% more life safety inspections than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (5 vs. WV avg 3).↑ 67% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on August 19, 2025, was a follow-up that confirmed correction of a previously cited deficiency related to a substantiated medication error complaint.
- The May 7, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated serious deficiencies including a medication error causing hospitalization, failure to report major incidents timely, and ongoing inadequate housekeeping and maintenance.
- The October 10, 2024 annual survey cited 10 deficiencies spanning licensing violations, incomplete resident documentation, lack of staff food handler certifications, restricted access to residents, and persistent housekeeping and maintenance problems.
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6.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Dunbar's city center to SweetBriar Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.9 miles to nearest hospital (Mid-Atlantic Anesthesia Consultants, PLLC - Mailing Address)
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SweetBriar Assisted Living is located in Dunbar, West Virginia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about SweetBriar Assisted Living
What neighborhood is SweetBriar Assisted Living in?
SweetBriar Assisted Living is in the Dunbar neighborhood of Dunbar.
Is SweetBriar Assisted Living in a walkable area?
SweetBriar Assisted Living has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of SweetBriar Assisted Living?
According to WV state health department records, SweetBriar Assisted Living's license number is 506097.
When does SweetBriar Assisted Living's license expire?
According to WV state health department records, SweetBriar Assisted Living's license expires on March 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at SweetBriar Assisted Living?
SweetBriar Assisted Living's occupancy is 52%.
How many beds does SweetBriar Assisted Living have?
SweetBriar Assisted Living has 119 beds.
Are there photos of SweetBriar Assisted Living?
Yes — there are 4 photos of SweetBriar Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
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