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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.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%Memory Care at Bristol is administrated by Cirena West.
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
| 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 2022.
| 7.3 | 8 | This facility has 9% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (7.3 vs. VA avg 8).↓ 9% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.8 | 2.3 | 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
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 16 | 14 | This facility has 14% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 14% worse |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 10 | 9 | This facility has 11% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (10 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 11% worse |
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Inspection violation rate
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
| 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 2022.
| 0.3 | 1.8 | This facility has 83% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. VA avg 1.8).↓ 83% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
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Estimated distance in miles from Bristol's city center to Memory Care at Bristol's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Memory Care at Bristol is located in BRISTOL, Virginia.
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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| Our Lady of the Valley |
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.
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.
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. | Roanoke (Gainsboro) | 127
Facility
127
VA AVG
98
Rank
#82 / 371 | No |
68
Facility
68
VA AVG
44
Rank
#74 / 449 | - | Meagan Seale |
87.4%
Facility
87.4%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#59 / 297 | A+ | 20 | 55%
Facility
55%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#161 / 332 | 7
Facility
7
VA AVG
7
Rank
#229 / 332 | 58
Facility
58
VA AVG
32
Rank
#291 / 332 | 2.9
Facility
2.9
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#259 / 332 |
| Sunrise of Fairfax |
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. | Fairfax (Boulevard Estates) | 107
Facility
107
VA AVG
98
Rank
#125 / 371 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
VA AVG
44
Rank
#105 / 449 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Jordan Kay |
67.3%
Facility
67.3%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#187 / 297 | A- | 16 | 56.3%
Facility
56.3%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#166 / 332 | 7
Facility
7
VA AVG
7
Rank
#229 / 332 | 23
Facility
23
VA AVG
32
Rank
#206 / 332 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#158 / 332 |
| Sunrise of Hunter Mill |
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. | Oakton | 100
Facility
100
VA AVG
98
Rank
#145 / 371 | Yes |
70
Facility
70
VA AVG
44
Rank
#65 / 449 | - | Ms. Isha Subedi |
71.0%
Facility
71.0%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#159 / 297 | A- | 9 | 88.9%
Facility
88.9%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#302 / 332 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#67 / 332 | 16
Facility
16
VA AVG
32
Rank
#173 / 332 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#190 / 332 |
| Hickory Hill Retirement Community |
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. | Burkeville | 80
Facility
80
VA AVG
98
Rank
#218 / 371 | No |
0
Facility
0
VA AVG
44
Rank
#438 / 449 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Laura D. Glasscock |
91.3%
Facility
91.3%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#34 / 297 | - | 17 | 41.2%
Facility
41.2%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#104 / 332 | 8
Facility
8
VA AVG
7
Rank
#252 / 332 | 26
Facility
26
VA AVG
32
Rank
#214 / 332 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#166 / 332 |
| Memory Care at Bristol |
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. | Bristol | 30
Facility
30
VA AVG
98
Rank
#343 / 371 | No |
25
Facility
25
VA AVG
44
Rank
#337 / 449 | - | Cirena West |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#250 / 297 | - | 16 | 62.5%
Facility
62.5%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#207 / 332 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#67 / 332 | 29
Facility
29
VA AVG
32
Rank
#226 / 332 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#190 / 332 |
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.
According to VA state health department records, Memory Care at Bristol's license expires on November 30, 2027.
Memory Care at Bristol's occupancy is 50%.
Cirena West is the administrator of Memory Care at Bristol.
Memory Care at Bristol has 30 beds.
Memory Care at Bristol has had 16 recently reported deficiencies.
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