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Woods Cove Assisted Living
Woods Cove Assisted Living provides assisted living in Front Royal, Virginia, with help available for daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Residents can continue living in their own apartment while receiving that support, making the community a potential fit for someone who wants assistance without giving up private living.
The community has 67 beds, and Jonathan (Jack) Norris serves as administrator. A Walk Score of 86 out of 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.
Community insights.
About this community
Woods Cove Assisted Living is administered by Jonathan (Jack) Norris.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 26 deficiencies 3 complaints 7 inspections
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• Deficiencies per inspection (37% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (19% below)
• Total complaints (57% below)
• Complaints per year (57% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 26 | 32 | This facility has 19% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (26 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 19% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 3.7 | 2.7 | This facility has 37% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3.7 vs. VA avg 2.7).↑ 37% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 7 | 14 | This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Virginia average (7 vs. VA avg 14). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Complaints per year
| 0.6 | 1.4 | This facility has 57% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.6 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 57% better |
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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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.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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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| The Fountains at Washington House | AL IL MC | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 177
Facility
177
VA AVG
94
Rank
#16 / 311 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
VA AVG
45
Rank
#61 / 336 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | Christina Bernstein |
39.5%
Facility
39.5%
VA AVG
69.8%
Rank
#238 / 249 | A+ | 5 | 40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#68 / 303 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#68 / 303 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
32
Rank
#46 / 248 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#63 / 248 |
| Brookdale Staunton | AL MC | Staunton | 144
Facility
144
VA AVG
94
Rank
#40 / 311 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
VA AVG
45
Rank
#287 / 336 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | April Sprouse |
66.7%
Facility
66.7%
VA AVG
69.8%
Rank
#154 / 249 | A+ | 8 | 63%
Facility
63%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#157 / 303 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 303 | 9
Facility
9
VA AVG
32
Rank
#67 / 248 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#60 / 248 |
| Sunrise of Alexandria | AL HOS MC | Alexandria (Seminary Hill) | 110
Facility
110
VA AVG
94
Rank
#86 / 311 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
VA AVG
45
Rank
#80 / 336 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Arin Burrell-Duru |
65.5%
Facility
65.5%
VA AVG
69.8%
Rank
#159 / 249 | A- | 7 | 29%
Facility
29%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#41 / 303 | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
7
Rank
#139 / 303 | 4
Facility
4
VA AVG
32
Rank
#33 / 248 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#33 / 248 |
| Sunrise of Springfield | AL HOS MC | Springfield | 100
Facility
100
VA AVG
94
Rank
#113 / 311 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
VA AVG
45
Rank
#45 / 336 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Anne Mccray |
84.0%
Facility
84.0%
VA AVG
69.8%
Rank
#52 / 249 | A- | 6 | 17%
Facility
17%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#19 / 303 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 303 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
32
Rank
#16 / 248 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#16 / 248 |
| Woods Cove Assisted Living | AL | Front Royal | 67
Facility
67
VA AVG
94
Rank
#218 / 311 | No |
86
Facility
86
VA AVG
45
Rank
#22 / 336 | - | Jonathan (Jack) Norris |
56.7%
Facility
56.7%
VA AVG
69.8%
Rank
#192 / 249 | - | 7 | 86%
Facility
86%
VA AVG
59.3%
Rank
#256 / 303 | 2
Facility
2
VA AVG
7
Rank
#105 / 303 | 26
Facility
26
VA AVG
32
Rank
#141 / 248 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#194 / 248 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Woods Cove Assisted Living
Is Woods Cove Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Woods Cove Assisted Living has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
When does Woods Cove Assisted Living's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Woods Cove Assisted Living's license expires on February 4, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Woods Cove Assisted Living?
Woods Cove Assisted Living's occupancy is 56.7%.
Are pets allowed at Woods Cove Assisted Living?
No, Woods Cove Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Woods Cove Assisted Living?
Jonathan (Jack) Norris is the administrator of Woods Cove Assisted Living.
How many beds does Woods Cove Assisted Living have?
Woods Cove Assisted Living has 67 beds.
Has Woods Cove Assisted Living had any deficiencies?
Woods Cove Assisted Living has had 26 reported deficiencies according to records from Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS).
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