Babcock Manor, Inc.
Babcock Manor, Inc.
Babcock Manor, Inc., a 33-bed assisted living community at State Route 691 in Appomattox, Appomattox County, Virginia, is administered by Mrs. Patricia House and serves residents who need daily assistance and support for memory-related concerns.
Across seven state inspections conducted between June 2022 and October 2025, the facility has shown a pattern that warrants close attention. Eighty-six percent of inspections identified violations; 22 percentage points higher than the Virginia state average, though the specific nature of these citations reflects administrative and operational lapses rather than acute care failures. The recurring violations cluster around three areas: gaps in care documentation, particularly individualized service plans that fail to reflect identified resident needs; staff compliance issues including training delays, incomplete background documentation, and timely screening; and physical plant safety, from inoperable door alarms to unsecured cleaning supplies.
Most recently, in October 2025, a complaint investigation identified concerns about window safety for residents with cognitive impairments. Notably, the facility’s complaint history runs substantially below state norms: only two formal complaints in three years, compared to a state average of seven, and neither investigation uncovered substantiated abuse or neglect.
Amenities on-site include private bathrooms, complimentary breakfast featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients prepared fresh each morning, on-site dining, free Wi-Fi, central air conditioning, gardens, and yard games. Respite care arrangements are available.
The community is set up for residents seeking a smaller residential setting with meal service and assistance with daily living, alongside a mixed census that includes individuals navigating early to mid-stage memory loss.
33-bed community Rank #338 / 371Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 338th out of 371 homes in Virginia. 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.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.
Walk Score: 42 / 100 Rank #230 / 449Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 230th out of 449 homes in Virginia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationAugust 26, 2026
Babcock Manor, Inc. is administered by Mrs. Patricia House.
Private Bathrooms
Luxury Toiletries
Free Wi-Fi
Central Air Conditioning
On-Site Dining
Complimentary Breakfast
Yard Games
Gardens
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 2022 · 4 years of data
2 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 2022 vs. Virginia state average
Overall vs. VA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Inspection violation rate (34% above) 4 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total inspections (50% below)
• Inspections with violations (33% below)
• Total complaints (71% below)
• Complaints per year (72% below)
• Inspection violation rate (34% above) 4 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total inspections (50% below)
• Inspections with violations (33% below)
• Total complaints (71% below)
• Complaints per year (72% below)
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 7 | 14 | This facility has 50% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (7 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 50% better |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 6 | 9 | This facility has 33% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 33% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 86% | 64% | This facility has 22 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (86% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 22% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2022.
| 0.5 | 1.8 | This facility has 72% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.5 vs. VA avg 1.8).↓ 72% better |
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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| Our Lady of the Valley | AL MC NC NH RC | Roanoke (Gainsboro) | 127 | No | A+ | 68 | Studio / 1 Bed |
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| Hickory Hill Retirement Community | AL IL MC | Burkeville | 80 | No | - | 0 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Babcock Manor, Inc. | AL | Appomattox | 33 | No | - | 42 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Babcock Manor, Inc.
Is Babcock Manor, Inc. in a walkable area?
Babcock Manor, Inc. has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
When does Babcock Manor, Inc.'s license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Babcock Manor, Inc.'s license expires on August 26, 2026.
Who is the administrator of Babcock Manor, Inc.?
Mrs. Patricia House is the administrator of Babcock Manor, Inc..
How many beds does Babcock Manor, Inc. have?
Babcock Manor, Inc. has 33 beds.
Has Babcock Manor, Inc. had any recent deficiencies?
Babcock Manor, Inc. has had 7 recently reported deficiencies.
Are there photos of Babcock Manor, Inc.?
Yes — there are 17 photos of Babcock Manor, Inc. in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Babcock Manor, Inc.?
Babcock Manor, Inc. is located at Babcock Manor, Appomattox, VA 24522.
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