Virginia Veterans Care Center prides itself on its excellent resident-centered approach to senior recovery. Specializing in long-term nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, and all-inclusive nursing services, the facility offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build mutual trust for the complete healing potential.
The nursing home for veterans provides comprehensive results-driven programs that specifically cater to the varying needs of its residents. Virginia Veterans Care Center offers 24-hour skilled nursing therapies, rehabilitative services, licensed nurses, and a podiatrist. Amenities include a chapel, a library, nature trails, a salon, and a billiards room are among the many accommodations provided.
Compare Nursing Homes around Roanoke (Metro Area)
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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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.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
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A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
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CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
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CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
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Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
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Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
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Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
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Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
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The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Virginia average is: 76.3% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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| Virginia Veterans Care Center | NH | Roanoke (Shenandoah Avenue Northwest) | 3
Facility
3
VA AVG
114
Rank
#81 / 81 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
VA AVG
76.8%
Rank
#1 / 70 | +30% | 4.94
Facility
4.94
VA AVG
3.74
Rank
#24 / 70 | - | +5% | +32% | $0
Facility
$0
VA AVG
$54.3k
Rank
#1 / 74 | 10
Facility
10
VA AVG
38.4
Rank
#8 / 69 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
VA AVG
8.9
Rank
#7 / 69 | - | 3 | - |
19
Facility
19
VA AVG
41
Rank
#65 / 84 | Todd Barnes | $26.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$26.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
VA AVG
$19.9M
Rank
#20 / 69 | $24.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$24.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
VA AVG
$11.3M
Rank
#5 / 69 | 93.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
93.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
VA AVG
76.3%
Rank
#9 / 69 | 495274 | ||||
| Brandon Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | NH AL HC IL MC SNF | Roanoke (Westland) | 43
Facility
43
VA AVG
114
Rank
#73 / 81 |
53.5%
Facility
53.5%
VA AVG
76.8%
Rank
#61 / 70 | -30% | 6.00
Facility
6.00
VA AVG
3.74
Rank
#7 / 70 | - | +28% | +60% | $0
Facility
$0
VA AVG
$54.3k
Rank
#1 / 74 | 12
Facility
12
VA AVG
38.4
Rank
#11 / 69 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
VA AVG
8.9
Rank
#12 / 69 | - | 23 | - |
33
Facility
33
VA AVG
41
Rank
#46 / 84 | Heather Neff | $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
$19.9M
Rank
#65 / 69 | $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
$11.3M
Rank
#45 / 69 | 96.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
96.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
76.3%
Rank
#6 / 69 | 495373 | ||||
| Friendship Retirement Community | NH AL CCRC IL MC RC SNF | Roanoke (Hollins) | 253
Facility
253
VA AVG
114
Rank
#3 / 81 |
91.0%
Facility
91.0%
VA AVG
76.8%
Rank
#23 / 70 | +19% | 4.08
Facility
4.08
VA AVG
3.74
Rank
#32 / 70 | A- | +4% | +9% | $0
Facility
$0
VA AVG
$54.3k
Rank
#1 / 74 | 17
Facility
17
VA AVG
38.4
Rank
#24 / 69 | 5.7
Facility
5.7
VA AVG
8.9
Rank
#26 / 69 | - | 230 | A+ |
48
Facility
48
VA AVG
41
Rank
#31 / 84 | Friendship Foundation Inc | $29.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$29.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
VA AVG
$19.9M
Rank
#13 / 69 | $15.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$15.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
VA AVG
$11.3M
Rank
#16 / 69 | 51.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
51.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
VA AVG
76.3%
Rank
#28 / 69 | 495092 | ||||
| Our Lady of the Valley | NH AL MC RC SNF | Roanoke (Gainsboro) | 127
Facility
127
VA AVG
114
Rank
#24 / 81 |
87.4%
Facility
87.4%
VA AVG
76.8%
Rank
#30 / 70 | +14% | 4.13
Facility
4.13
VA AVG
3.74
Rank
#32 / 70 | - | -42% | +10% | $0
Facility
$0
VA AVG
$54.3k
Rank
#1 / 74 | 14
Facility
14
VA AVG
38.4
Rank
#18 / 69 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
VA AVG
8.9
Rank
#19 / 69 | - | 111 | A+ |
68
Facility
68
VA AVG
41
Rank
#13 / 84 | David Rawlings | $14.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$14.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
VA AVG
$19.9M
Rank
#42 / 69 | $8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
$8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
VA AVG
$11.3M
Rank
#39 / 69 | 55.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility
55.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
VA AVG
76.3%
Rank
#24 / 69 | 495357 | ||||
| South Roanoke Nursing Home | NH HOS MC RC SNF | Roanoke (Edgehill) | 98
Facility
98
VA AVG
114
Rank
#42 / 81 |
92.6%
Facility
92.6%
VA AVG
76.8%
Rank
#20 / 70 | +21% | 3.50
Facility
3.50
VA AVG
3.74
Rank
#45 / 70 | C+ | +6% | -7% | $0
Facility
$0
VA AVG
$54.3k
Rank
#1 / 74 | 39
Facility
39
VA AVG
38.4
Rank
#46 / 69 | 13.0
Facility
13.0
VA AVG
8.9
Rank
#53 / 69 | - | 91 | A+ |
45
Facility
45
VA AVG
41
Rank
#35 / 84 | American Healthcare LLC | $9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
$19.9M
Rank
#60 / 69 | $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
$11.3M
Rank
#62 / 69 | 53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
76.3%
Rank
#25 / 69 | 495002 | ||||
| Pheasant Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center | NH MC SNF | Roanoke (Southern Hills) | 101
Facility
101
VA AVG
114
Rank
#41 / 81 | - | - | 3.45
Facility
3.45
VA AVG
3.74
Rank
#50 / 70 | D | +4% | -8% | $0
Facility
$0
VA AVG
$54.3k
Rank
#1 / 74 | 32
Facility
32
VA AVG
38.4
Rank
#38 / 69 | 6.4
Facility
6.4
VA AVG
8.9
Rank
#29 / 69 | 5 | 19 | A+ |
15
Facility
15
VA AVG
41
Rank
#71 / 84 | Victor Bell | $10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
$19.9M
Rank
#51 / 69 | $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
$11.3M
Rank
#60 / 69 | 47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
76.3%
Rank
#44 / 69 | 495325 | ||||
| Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing | NH HOS MC PC RC SNF | Roanoke (Old Southwest) | 130
Facility
130
VA AVG
114
Rank
#21 / 81 |
25.4%
Facility
25.4%
VA AVG
76.8%
Rank
#68 / 70 | -67% | 4.13
Facility
4.13
VA AVG
3.74
Rank
#32 / 70 | F | -27% | +10% | $143.8k
Facility
$143.8k
VA AVG
$54.3k
Rank
#74 / 74 | 129
Facility
129
VA AVG
38.4
Rank
#69 / 69 | 21.5
Facility
21.5
VA AVG
8.9
Rank
#69 / 69 | 4 | 33 | A+ |
57
Facility
57
VA AVG
41
Rank
#26 / 84 | Andrew Shuler | $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
$19.9M
Rank
#62 / 69 | $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
$11.3M
Rank
#67 / 69 | 47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
VA AVG
76.3%
Rank
#40 / 69 | 495156 |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other VA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 12 analyzed for Roanoke. See how we rank facilities
Brandon Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is Roanoke’s trusted home healthcare provider. The nursing center has a professional staff committed to providing all seniors with a safe and comfortable environment. Seniors can expect a high level of quality nursing and rehabilitative services that help them live life to the fullest. At Brandon Oaks, friendships blossom, and goals are achieved.
The nursing homes provide state-of-the-art features that cater to short-term or long-term residents; they are also guaranteed to feel comfortable and know that they belong in a home that offers 24-hour nursing care with specialized programs/ Specializations, including therapy (speech, occupational, physical), neurological care, cardiac care, orthopedic care, skilled nursing care, and musculoskeletal care available.
Friendship Retirement Community undoubtedly provides the highest quality of care for seniors of Roanoke; they are one of the city’s most trusted retirement communities because of the essential service offered: friendship. As its name suggests, management makes it a point that seniors are encouraged to find the opportunity to discover long-lasting companies that help make the aging experience a little less daunting.
Offering senior independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing care services, the staff is committed to delivering resort-style services with respect and dignity. Many will find an enhanced day-to-day living experience beneficial to health and wellness, recovery journey, and individual growth; life enrichment programs, social activities, specialized therapy programs, and ADLs support these.
Nestled in the peaceful community of Roanoke, VA, Our Lady of the Valley is a distinguished senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and nursing care services. Here, residents can choose from one-bedroom suites to an intensive personal care studios that accommodate unique needs and preferences. With its well-trained and compassionate team, residents can receive the utmost care and support they need throughout their stay.
The community hosts several exciting and entertaining events from piano concerts to wine tasting. Indulge in delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals that satisfy your cravings. Participate in diverse social activities and life-enrichment programs to boost engagement and wellness. With Our Lady of the Valley, seniors are assured of an empowering and glorious retirement.
South Roanoke Nursing Home is a short and long-term care facility where residents thrive with the support of quality services for residents seeking to relax and recover. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. The nursing home aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by cultivating their holistic wellness.
South Roanoke residents receive a list of comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free. These include 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and specialized programs available.
Pheasant Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center, a remarkable senior living community in Roanoke, VA, invites seniors to enjoy its scenic environment while offering memory care and skilled nursing services. The community’s mission is to support residents in maintaining their independence while prioritizing their safety and comfort all the time. With thoughtfully designed resident agreements tailored to each individual, this community ensures peace of mind for all.
At Pheasant Ridge Nursing and Rehab Center, residents can explore new hobbies and rediscover past ones through a variety of exciting activities and events. There are ample opportunities to socialize with friends and stay active through the community’s wide range of amenities and services. The Center also offers multiple dining options regularly, catering to different dietary needs and preferences. Thus, seniors can enjoy a fulfilling retirement in this vibrant community.
Old Southwest is the premier skilled nursing facility in Roanoke, offering its residents a sense of belonging. With an emphasis on skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care nursing service, the staff excels in practicing a personal approach to the meaningful service they are guaranteed to deliver to the seniors. The upscale skilled nursing home built its trusted reputation on excellent customer service and exceptional care that has earned the respect of being a reliable senior living community that one’s individual needs.
The short and long-term care nursing home strives to improve the lifestyle of its elderly through community, connection, and care. They offer a personalized care program to meet each individual’s unique needs. Amenities and services include an exceptional dining experience, innovative programs, and educational activities that all aim to ensure a wonderful experience during your golden years and provide additional support.
Brandon Oaks offers assisted living, memory care, home care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing services in Roanoke, Virginia. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a personal living space, while memory care offers a supervised setting for someone who needs support related to dementia. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care.
Home care allows services to be delivered in a resident’s home, and nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing services in a residential setting. Independent living, rehabilitation, inpatient therapies, and outpatient services are also available. The range of living and care options may suit a resident whose needs change over time, with access to different levels of support within the same community.
Brandon Oaks has 80 beds, and pets are allowed. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Specific programs include Living Independently, The Oaks Club, Home Health, Nursing and Rehabilitation, Inpatient Therapies, Outpatient Services, and The Rehab Process; Jessica White serves as the administrator.
Brandon Oaks in Roanoke, Virginia, provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and home care. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps residents with daily tasks. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and home care brings support to a person’s home.
Independent living is also available, with private living, community services, and no daily care. Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since different types of support are available through the same community. The 80 bed capacity gives families a clear measure of Brandon Oaks’s residential size.
Rehabilitation services include Nursing and Rehabilitation, Inpatient Therapies, Outpatient Services, and The Rehab Process, so therapy can be part of either inpatient or outpatient care. Named programs also include Living Independently, The Oaks Club, and Home Health, while pets are allowed. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare applies to eligible short term skilled care, Medicaid may help cover a longer stay when savings are limited, and private pay means paying directly; Jessica White serves as the administrator.
Providing top-tier care since 1964, South Roanoke Nursing and Rehabilitation located in the serene community of Franklin Road, South West Roanoke, VA, focuses on rehabilitation, skilled care, long-term care, and respite. The community promises a comfortable and safe residence while receiving the utmost attention for their needs. Spend a relaxing time within the beautiful grounds with heartwarming individuals. South Roanoke Nursing and Rehabilitation is dedicated to giving seniors a warm and welcoming environment during their healing journey.
South Roanoke Nursing and Rehabilitation takes pride in a team of reliable and highly skilled professionals, who deliver exceptional care and support. With its stunning amenities and peaceful surroundings, seniors enjoy leisure while maintaining their well-being. The community is a safe place for seniors to thrive and reach their full potential.
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Roanoke, VA
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Virginia?
Assisted living in Virginia is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Virginia Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Virginia Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 12 nursing homes in Roanoke, VA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Roanoke, VA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Roanoke, VA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Roanoke, VA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
