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Legacy Ridge Memory Care is a premier assisted living community located in Gainesville, Virginia. They present a purposeful and all-encompassing approach to memory care, ensuring the highest level of care for senior residents. With state-of-the-art accommodations, thoughtfully designed programming, and a warm, inviting atmosphere, every detail has been meticulously considered.
Legacy Ridge offers safe and secure courtyards, a rejuvenating Spa, a fitness center, a salon, and well-appointed activity rooms, offering residents a variety of engaging experiences. Their restaurant-style dining further elevates the senior living experience, where healthy living and healthy aging blend seamlessly.
License #AL1104880
Similar to the Virginia average: 85.7%Legacy Ridge Memory Care is administrated by Kathryn Barnes.
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.
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.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 22 | 32 | This facility has 31% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (22 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 31% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 4.4 | 6.4 | This facility has 31% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4.4 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 31% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.3 | 2.3 | This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.3 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 43% better |
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.
| 17 | 14 | This facility has 21% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (17 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 21% worse |
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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.
| 35% | 64% | This facility has 29 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (35% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 29% better |
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.
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 14% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 1.2 | 1.4 | This facility has 14% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.2 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 14% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on August 12, 2025, identified a deficiency related to medication administration not following physician instructions. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving resident care, staffing and supervision, and administrative compliance, including incomplete service plans and training issues. Complaint investigations conducted around the same time did not substantiate allegations of non-compliance. Prior reports noted some issues with preventing residents from leaving unsupervised and failure to update individualized service plans. The inspection history shows ongoing challenges in medication management and care planning, with some corrective actions implemented but no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Room Sizes: 265 / 285 / 305 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
43.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gainesville's city center to Legacy Ridge Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 9.43 miles to nearest hospital (Fauquier Health)
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Legacy Ridge Memory Care is located in Gainesville, Virginia.
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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
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IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 215 | No | 66 | Studio | Victoria Baxter | 32.6% | A+ | 5 | 40% | 1 | 6 | 1.2 |
| Benchmark at Alexandria |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Alexandria (Alexandria West) | 134 | No | 81 | Studio | Carol L. Tarlowoh | 47.8% | F | 8 | 87.5% | 2 | 19 | 2.4 |
| Sunrise of Alexandria |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Alexandria (Seminary Hill) | 110 | Yes | 62 | Studio | Arin Burrell-Duru | 65.5% | A- | 8 | 25% | 3 | 4 | 0.5 |
| Silverado Alexandria Memory Care Community |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Alexandria (Rosemont) | 88 | Yes | 21 | Studio | Ms Sabrina Pegross | 75.0% | - | 5 | 40% | - | 3 | 0.6 |
| Legacy Ridge Memory Care |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Gainesville | 72 | No | 24 | Studio | Kathryn Barnes | 81.9% | - | 17 | 35.3% | 6 | 22 | 1.3 |
Legacy Ridge Memory Care has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to VA state health department records, Legacy Ridge Memory Care's license expires on February 18, 2026.
Legacy Ridge Memory Care's occupancy is 82%.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Legacy Ridge Memory Care on this page.
Kathryn Barnes is the administrator of Legacy Ridge Memory Care.
Legacy Ridge Memory Care has 72 beds.
Legacy Ridge Memory Care has had 17 recently reported deficiencies.
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