Overview of Brookdale Roanoke

Live in every moment with the mesmerizing senior living community of Brookdale Roanoke located on Persinger Road Southwest, Roanoke, VA, focusing on memory care. The community goes above and beyond in providing comfort and safety for its residents with pet-friendly studio floor plans. Experience genuine care and support from a team of gentle, dependable, and trustworthy professionals.

The community respects each resident’s individuality, striving to provide them with care plans specifically created to meet their needs and preferences. With its exclusive programs such as Clare Bridge and Solace, residents receive evidence-based and consistent care to relax their minds and keep their loved ones at ease. Activities are carefully chosen to match seniors’ strengths and interests to better enhance their cognition. From breakfast to dinner, the community prepares healthy and delicious meals with a lot of snacks on the side to meet the seniors’ dietary needs. Walk around the serene and ethereal grounds or enjoy time with peers at the cafe. Brookdale Roanoke provides fabulous amenities including a library, a courtyard and garden, a whirlpool, a piano, a beauty and barber shop, a greenhouse, a therapy room, a community kitchen, and transportation. Proving its excellent care, the community was recognized by US News and World Report as the Best Memory Care in 2024.

Bed community size
56-bed community Rank #291 / 365Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 291st out of 365 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 38 / 100 Rank #252 / 435Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 252nd out of 435 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
98%
Rank #10 / 297Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 297 homes in Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 297. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Higher than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
55 / 56
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationMay 31, 2028
QualificationNon-Ambulatory | Residential and Assisted Living Care | Special Care Unit

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Roanoke is administered by Aaron Rice.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
At Home Care

Contact Information

Business Hoursn/a - n/a, seven days a week

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Transportation
Concierge
Bistro
Café
Coffee Shop
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Gardening
Walking Paths
Community Kitchen
Piano
Whirlpool
ActivitiesResidents engage in various activities including socializing, arts & crafts, and outings
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$9,370 per month

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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. 16 deficiencies 4 complaints 14 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (50% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (33% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (33% below)
• Total complaints (43% below)
• Complaints per year (43% 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. 1632 This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 50% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 1414 This facility has total inspections in line with the Virginia average (14 vs. VA avg 14).— At avg
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory deficiency. 69 This facility has 33% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 33% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 43%64% This facility has 21 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (43% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 21% 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. 47 This facility has 43% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 0.81.4 This facility has 43% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.8 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 43% better

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Roanoke

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Address 2.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Roanoke's city center to Brookdale Roanoke's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.

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VA AVG 96
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VA AVG 64.3%
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VA AVG 32
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Brookdale Roanoke
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56
Facility 56
VA AVG 96
Rank #291 / 365
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38
Facility 38
VA AVG 45
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Facility 43%
VA AVG 64.3%
Rank #105 / 330
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Brandon Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Virginia

Brookdale Roanoke is located in SW Roanoke, 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 Brookdale Roanoke

What neighborhood is Brookdale Roanoke in?

Brookdale Roanoke is in the Gaymont neighborhood of Roanoke.

Is Brookdale Roanoke in a walkable area?

Brookdale Roanoke has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

When does Brookdale Roanoke's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Brookdale Roanoke's license expires on May 31, 2028.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Roanoke?

Brookdale Roanoke's occupancy is 98%.

How long has Brookdale Roanoke been in business?

Brookdale Roanoke has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Roanoke have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Roanoke on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Roanoke?

Yes, Brookdale Roanoke allows residents to bring their pets.

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