Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living

Overview of Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living

Settled in the peaceful community of Leesburg, VA, Hessler Heights is an uplifting senior living community that offers a relaxing environment for independent living. Residents can choose from a variety of floor plans for their ideal accommodation, including a studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments with 24-hour emergency pull cords for added safety. Committed to providing a supportive lifestyle, on-site managers stay within the community all day to make sure they can offer immediate assistance when residents need them.

Residents are presented with plenty of opportunities to live a full and meaningful life with vibrant and engaging activities and social outings. In addition, residents also enjoy access to amenities such as a resident travel program, fitness center, game room and library, and beautifully maintained walking paths and gardens to explore. With most of the chores handled, residents have plenty of time for exploration and doing what they love.

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Bed community size
68-bed community Rank #258 / 371Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 258th out of 371 homes in Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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
Walk Score: 36 / 100 Rank #257 / 449Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 257th out of 449 homes in Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Virginia SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
66%
Rank #201 / 311Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 201st out of 311 homes in Virginia for occupancy rate. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 311. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
45 / 68
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationSeptember 11, 2026
QualificationResidential and Assisted Living Care | Non-Ambulatory | Special Care Unit

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living is administrated by Mr. Justin J Roberts.

Contact Information

Business Hours12:00 AM - 11:59 PM, Sunday - Saturday

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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 21 deficiencies 8 complaints 22 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 3 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total inspections (57% above)
• Total complaints (14% above)
• Complaints per year (14% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Virginia average:
• Inspections with violations (at VA avg)
4 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (34% below)
• Deficiencies per year (34% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (57% below)
• Inspection violation rate (36% below)
Latest Inspection August 28, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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. 2132 This facility has 34% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (21 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 34% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 4.26.4 This facility has 34% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4.2 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 34% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 12.3 This facility has 57% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 57% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2214 This facility has 57% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (22 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 57% worse
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 99 This facility has inspections with violations in line with the Virginia average (9 vs. VA avg 9).— At avg
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 41%64% This facility has 23 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (41% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 23% 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. 87 This facility has 14% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (8 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 1.61.4 This facility has 14% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.6 vs. VA avg 1.4).↑ 14% worse

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

  • The most recent inspection on August 28, 2025 substantiated one deficiency for failing to report a major incident involving suspected mold in HVAC units within 24 hours.
  • Multiple inspections from 2023 to 2025 documented repeated failures to report major incidents timely and deficiencies in medication management, including improper discontinuation and incomplete documentation.
  • A July 11, 2025 monitoring visit found residents locked out of their rooms, confirming ongoing issues with resident rights and access.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 398-562 / 533-934 / 871-1,001 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Exercise Programs

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living

Floor Plan 2 Bedroom 3
Floor Plan 1 Bedroom 3
Floor Plan Studio 3

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Address 5.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Leesburg's city center to Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Virginia

Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living is located in Leesburg, 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).
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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
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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.
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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
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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).
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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
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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
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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.
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Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living

What neighborhood is Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living in?

Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living is in the Sandridge Way neighborhood of Leesburg.

Is Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living in a walkable area?

Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

When does Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living's license expires on September 11, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living?

Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living's occupancy is 66%.

Who is the administrator of Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living?

Mr. Justin J Roberts is the administrator of Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living.

How many beds does Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living have?

Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living has 68 beds.

Has Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living has had 22 recently reported deficiencies.

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