Occupancy rate
62%
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility
Assisted Living · Roanoke, VA
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility
Assisted Living · Roanoke, VA
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility provides unique accommodations for residents in Roanoke. As a community that celebrates an individual, they discover a purposeful life that is well lived, thanks to the full support of the staff who promote an independent lifestyle based on their terms. Magnolia Ridge is a tightly-knit residential living space where seniors can feel more comfortable and have a sense of family-like surroundings.
Expect a range of all-inclusive services at Magnolia Ridge. Residents receive accommodations such as scheduled housekeeping, assisted living activities, home-cooked meals, social events, and stimulating activities. The facility also provides specialized assisted living programs and services for veterans.
34-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 72 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%Occupied beds
21 / 34
Average residents per home in Virginia
98 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationMay 31, 2026
QualificationNon-Ambulatory | Residential and Assisted Living Care
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility is administrated by Sherone Cephas.
Business Hours24 hours/day , Monday - Sunday
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility
Assisted Living
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
29 deficiencies
1 complaint
7 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
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (78% above)
• Inspection violation rate (11% above) 6 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (9% below)
• Deficiencies per year (9% below)
• Total inspections (50% below)
• Inspections with violations (44% below)
• Total complaints (86% below)
• Complaints per year (86% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (78% above)
• Inspection violation rate (11% above) 6 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (9% below)
• Deficiencies per year (9% below)
• Total inspections (50% below)
• Inspections with violations (44% below)
• Total complaints (86% below)
• Complaints per year (86% below)
Latest Inspection
April 29, 2025
Monitoring
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 29 | 32 | This facility has 9% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (29 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 9% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 5.8 | 6.4 | This facility has 9% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (5.8 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 9% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 4.1 | 2.3 | This facility has 78% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4.1 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 78% worse |
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.
| 5 | 9 | This facility has 44% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (5 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 44% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 71% | 64% | This facility has 7 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (71% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 7% 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.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 0.2 | 1.4 | This facility has 86% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.2 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 86% 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 April 29, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to individualized service plans, health care oversight, medication management, physical plant maintenance, and fire drill documentation. Earlier inspections also noted issues with medication storage and administration, security monitoring for residents with cognitive impairments, and physical plant conditions such as lighting and signaling devices. Complaint investigations conducted in February 2025 were unsubstantiated, and enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The main themes across inspections involved medication management and health care oversight, along with facility maintenance concerns. The pattern of findings suggests ongoing challenges in these areas without clear improvement over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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2.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Roanoke's city center to Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.91 miles to nearest hospital (Pediatric Clinic)
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Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility is located in Roanoke, Virginia.
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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. | Roanoke | 80 | No | 0 | - | Jessica White | 46.3% | 6 | 66.7% | - | 10 | 1.7 |
| Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility |
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. | Roanoke (Ghent) | 34 | Yes | 72 | - | Sherone Cephas | 61.8% | 7 | 71.4% | 1 | 29 | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility
What neighborhood is Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility in?
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility is in the Ghent neighborhood of Roanoke.
Is Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility in a walkable area?
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
When does Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility's license expires on May 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility?
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility's occupancy is 62%.
Who is the administrator of Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility?
Sherone Cephas is the administrator of Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility.
How many beds does Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility have?
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility has 34 beds.
Has Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Magnolia Ridge Assisted Living Facility has had 7 recently reported deficiencies.
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