Brookdale Roanoke

Q: What neighborhood is Brookdale Roanoke in?

Brookdale Roanoke is in the Gaymont neighborhood of Roanoke.

Q: 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.

Q: When does Brookdale Roanoke's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Brookdale Roanoke's license expires on May 31, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Roanoke?

Brookdale Roanoke's occupancy is 98%.

Q: Does Brookdale Roanoke have different floorplan options?

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

Q: Who is the administrator of Brookdale Roanoke?

Aaron Rice is the administrator of Brookdale Roanoke.

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.

(540) 343-4900

56-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

48 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 38 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

98%

Higher than the Virginia average: 85.7%

Occupied beds

55 / 56

Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusActive

ExpirationMay 31, 2026

QualificationNon-Ambulatory | Residential and Assisted Living Care | Special Care Unit

Brookdale Roanoke is administrated by Aaron Rice.

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMs. Denise Warren, Interim CEO

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

At Home Care

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

HousekeepingYes

Linen ServiceYes

Utilities IncludedYes

Pet Friendly

Transportation

Concierge Service

Café/Bistro

Coffee Shop

Beauty/Barber Shop

Courtyard And Garden

Gardening / Greenhouse

Walking Paths

Landscaped Grounds

Whirlpool

Community Kitchen

Piano

ActivitiesResidents engage in various activities including socializing, arts & crafts, and outings.

Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Starting Price$9,370 per month

Food DescriptionDining includes a variety of entrée choices and easy-to-eat snacks, with familiar routines for mealtimes.

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Since 2021 · 5 years of data 16 deficiencies 4 complaints 14 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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

Latest Inspection October 21, 2025 Monitoring

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	16	32	This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 50% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2021.	3.2	6.4	This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3.2 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 50% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	1.1	2.3	This facility has 52% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.1 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 52% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	14	14	This facility has total inspections in line with the Virginia average (14 vs. VA avg 14).— At avg
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
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	43%	64%	This facility has 21 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (43% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 21% better

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	VA Average	vs. VA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	4	7	This facility has 43% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.8	1.4	This facility has 43% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.8 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 43% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on October 21, 2025 found no deficiencies or non-compliance with standards or laws.
The facility had recurring issues with staff training, resident care, and building maintenance between 2021 and 2024, but recent inspections show these were corrected.
The June 28, 2024 monitoring visit cited two deficiencies for staff providing care outside their scope and failure to notify next of kin of a resident fall within 24 hours.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Roanoke

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2.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Roanoke's city center to Brookdale Roanoke's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.2 miles to nearest hospital (Carilion Clinic Aortic Center - Roanoke)

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Virginia

Brookdale Roanoke is located in Roanoke, 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).

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

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.

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

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).

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.

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

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

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.

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.


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