Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC
Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC is a licensed assisted living and memory care community managed by Susan Ackman in Leesburg, Virginia. The community earned the distinction of Best Assisted Living and Retirement Community in Loudoun County in 2023. With a 77-bed capacity, the community currently operates at about 87% occupancy, consistent with the Virginia state average, and suggests limited availability.
Interested families are suggested to perform a detailed review of the community’s inspection history, as it has recorded 21 total inspections, which is higher than the Virginia average of 14, and 18 of which resulted in violations. This 85.7% violation rate and a cumulative deficiency count of 75 are above the state averages of 64.3% and 32, respectively. Past inspections have also highlighted recurring challenges involving medication management, staff training, resident care records, and emergency preparedness. There have also been safety concerns regarding background check compliance and the storage of hazardous materials, along with substantiated complaints related to incident reporting and medication errors. A renewal inspection on October 17, 2025, also confirmed ongoing deficiencies in several areas. Although no formal fines or licensing sanctions are listed, the frequency of these findings makes it important to discuss current staffing practices and corrective actions with the community management.
On the other hand, the community provides a wide range of amenities and social programming, including a sunroom, a library, a courtyard fountain, and a dedicated walking path. A full-service dining with chef-prepared meals, a hydration and snack program, and a beauty and barber shop are also provided. Wellness and fitness programs are offered alongside daily activity clubs and group outings to keep seniors engaged. The community is pet-friendly and provides 24/7 staff support, scheduled transportation, housekeeping, and linen services. Specialized care options such as memory care, respite care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination are also available, all supported by emergency response systems and wheelchair-accessible infrastructure.
Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC is a good option for older adults seeking extensive lifestyle programming and has a recognized local reputation in Loudoun County. Given the historical data, families are encouraged to take an in-person tour and request the most recent compliance summaries to discuss specific protocols for medication and incident management.
About this community
Occupancy
Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC is administered by Susan Ackman.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
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 2021 vs. Virginia state average• Total deficiencies (134% above)
• Deficiencies per year (134% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (57% above)
• Total inspections (50% above)
• Inspections with violations (100% above)
• Inspection violation rate (34% above)
• Total complaints (71% above)
• Complaints per year (71% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 75 | 32 | This facility has 134% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (75 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 134% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 15 | 6.4 | This facility has 134% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (15 vs. VA avg 6.4).↑ 134% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 3.6 | 2.3 | This facility has 57% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (3.6 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 57% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 21 | 14 | This facility has 50% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (21 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 50% worse |
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Inspections with violations
| 18 | 9 | This facility has 100% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (18 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 100% worse |
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Inspection violation rate
| 86% | 64% | This facility has 22 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (86% vs. VA avg 64%).↑ 22% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
| 12 | 7 | This facility has 71% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (12 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 71% worse |
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Complaints per year
| 2.4 | 1.4 | This facility has 71% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.4 vs. VA avg 1.4).↑ 71% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- October 17, 2025 renewal inspection found 9 deficiencies including medication management failures, missing window screens, unsecured cleaning supplies, and delayed criminal record reports for staff.
- Multiple complaint investigations in 2024 and 2025 substantiated failures in medication management, incident reporting within 24 hours, and incomplete resident care documentation.
- The most recent complaint investigations in 2025 found no substantiated allegations related to resident care, and some complaints were unsubstantiated despite unrelated violations.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC
Is Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC in a walkable area?
Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
When does Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC's license expires on November 26, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC?
Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC's occupancy is 87%.
Who is the administrator of Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC?
Susan Ackman is the administrator of Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC.
How many beds does Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC have?
Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC has 77 beds.
Has Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC had any recent deficiencies?
Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC has had 21 recently reported deficiencies.
Are there photos of Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC?
Yes — there are 17 photos of Morningside House of Leesburg, LLC in the photo gallery on this page.
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