Memory Care at Bristol
Nursing Home, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Bristol, VA

Memory Care at Bristol

Nursing Home, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Bristol, VA

Overview of Memory Care at Bristol

Memory Care at Bristol is a specialized memory care community in Bristol, Virginia, focusing solely on the needs of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Managed by Cirena West, the community has a 30-bed capacity. Its occupancy is currently at approximately 50%, which is ideal for families looking for immediate memory care placement in the Bristol area. Characterized by a country-living aesthetic, the community has a strong commitment to life enrichment programming.

Regarding regulatory oversight, this community has undergone 16 inspections, which is higher than the Virginia average of 14. Ten of which resulted in violations, representing a 62.5% rate that falls just under the state average of 64.3%. The cumulative deficiency count is 29, which is also below the state average of 32. Furthermore, a renewal inspection conducted on October 21, 2025, identified concerns regarding medication timing, cognitive impairment assessments, and the absence of required bedroom furnishings. Previous records have also highlighted deficiencies involving medication management, maintenance, and resident documentation. Additionally, a partially substantiated complaint confirmed some issues about the condition of furnishings and general cleanliness. However, no fines or formal enforcement actions were reported, but families are still encouraged to ask about current medication protocols and recent corrective improvements.

For its intimate scale, the community provides an impressive array of services and amenities, including 24/7 supervised care with a licensed nurse on-site, and access to private suites or shared rooms. A rehabilitation gym, indoor and outdoor walking paths, a beauty and barber shop, a sensory room, and dedicated spaces for activities are also available on-site. Daily life support, like medication monitoring, housekeeping, and personal laundry services, is also provided. The culinary program provides three balanced, home-cooked meals every day along with healthy snacks, all tailored to resident preferences and specific dietary needs. Furthermore, on-site rehabilitation and life enrichment programs are customized to each resident’s personal interests and cognitive abilities.

With a seamless blend of individualized programming, therapeutic amenities, and consistent staffing, Memory Care at Bristol is well-suited for those living with moderate to advanced memory loss who require a secure, structured setting in the Bristol region.

Bed community size
30-bed community Rank #343 / 371Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 343rd 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
Walk Score: 25 / 100 Rank #337 / 449Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 337th 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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
50%
Rank #264 / 314Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 264th out of 314 homes in Virginia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 314. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
15 / 30
Average occupied beds in Virginia homes 98 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 30, 2027

Ownership & Operating Entity

Memory Care at Bristol is administered by Cirena West.

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features24/7 supervised care & on-site licensed nurse.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

30 Bed Secure Community
24/7 Supervised Care
On-Site Licensed Nurse
Individual Suites And Shared Rooms
On-Site Rehabilitation Gym
3 Balanced Meals
Physician And Dental Services
Personal Laundry And Linen Services
Housekeeping And Maintenance Services
Medication Monitoring
Life Enrichment Program
Indoor And Outdoor Walking Paths
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Sensory Room And Activity Spaces
Activities

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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 2022 · 4 years of data 29 deficiencies 1 complaint 16 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Total inspections (14% above)
• Inspections with violations (11% above)
6 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (9% below)
• Deficiencies per year (9% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (22% below)
• Inspection violation rate (2% below)
• Total complaints (86% below)
• Complaints per year (83% below)
Latest Inspection October 21, 2025 Renewal

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. 2932 This facility has 9% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (29 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 9% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 7.38 This facility has 9% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (7.3 vs. VA avg 8).↓ 9% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.82.3 This facility has 22% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.8 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 22% 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. 1614 This facility has 14% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 14% worse
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 109 This facility has 11% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (10 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 11% worse
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 63%64% This facility has 1 percentage point lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (63% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 1% 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. 17 This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2022. 0.31.8 This facility has 83% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. VA avg 1.8).↓ 83% better

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 October 21, 2025 found three deficiencies involving cognitive impairment assessments, medication timing, and missing bedside lamps in three rooms.
  • The facility had 11 deficiencies in November 2022 including inadequate staffing, medication management failures, incomplete resident records, and poor facility maintenance.
  • Inspections from 2023 to 2025 showed recurring issues with medication administration, resident supervision, and facility cleanliness despite some monitoring visits with no violations.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care at Bristol

Is Memory Care at Bristol in a walkable area?

Memory Care at Bristol has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

When does Memory Care at Bristol's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, Memory Care at Bristol's license expires on November 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Memory Care at Bristol?

Memory Care at Bristol's occupancy is 50%.

Who is the administrator of Memory Care at Bristol?

Cirena West is the administrator of Memory Care at Bristol.

How many beds does Memory Care at Bristol have?

Memory Care at Bristol has 30 beds.

Has Memory Care at Bristol had any recent deficiencies?

Memory Care at Bristol has had 16 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Memory Care at Bristol?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Memory Care at Bristol in the photo gallery on this page.

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