Morningside House of Spotsylvania
Morningside House of Spotsylvania is a specialized memory care community managed by Joy McGee in Fredericksburg, Virginia, providing dedicated support for adults living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory-related conditions. Serving 37 beds in a 68-bed capacity, the community is currently operating at approximately 54% occupancy.
Regarding state oversight, the community has undergone four inspections, with only 50% resulting in violations, which is significantly better than the Virginia average of 64.3%. With a total of only 7 deficiencies compared to the state average of 32, the community has one of the strongest compliance records among similar memory care providers in the state. Additionally, the latest inspection in July 2025 cited areas for improvement related to medication storage, disclosure statements, staff training, and documentation. There are no records of complaint investigations or enforcement actions.
The community is designed to foster cognitive health and daily interaction, while providing access to a variety of amenities, including a full-service dining program with meals prepared by a chef, an on-site salon, and specialized multi-sensory and pet therapy programs. Unique features such as Life Skills Stations and a dedicated Reflections Therapy Room are available, alongside wheelchair-accessible transportation for social events and group excursions. Licensed nurses are also available on-site during the day, and 24-hour staffing provides around-the-clock assistance, supported by emergency call bells installed throughout the property.
In addition to long-term care, respite care and hospice coordination are also provided, offering flexibility for families managing short-term needs or end-of-life care. Accommodations include laundry, housekeeping, and all utilities, while religious services are provided to support spiritual well-being. Notably, the community does not accept Medicaid, a factor families should consider during financial discussions.
With the combination of specialized amenities and a high level of regulatory compliance, Morningside House of Spotsylvania is an ideal option for adults in the middle to later stages of memory-related illnesses who require a structured environment with purposeful programming in the Fredericksburg region.
About this community
Occupancy
Morningside House of Spotsylvania is administered by Joy Mcgee.
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 (78% below)
• Deficiencies per year (78% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (22% below)
• Total inspections (71% below)
• Inspections with violations (78% below)
• Inspection violation rate (22% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 7 | 32 | This facility has 78% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (7 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 78% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 1.4 | 6.4 | This facility has 78% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.4 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 78% better |
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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
| 4 | 14 | This facility has 71% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 71% better |
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Inspections with violations
| 2 | 9 | This facility has 78% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 78% better |
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Inspection violation rate
| 50% | 64% | This facility has 14 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (50% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 14% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- July 27, 2021 inspection found no deficiencies after a full review of resident care, staff records, activities, and emergency drills.
- July 1, 2025 inspection identified five deficiencies including staff training gaps, missing disclosure statements, improper medication storage, and incomplete resident round documentation.
- July 11, 2022 inspection found two documentation deficiencies in staff criminal record reports and tuberculosis risk assessments.
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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 | AL MC NC NH RC | Roanoke (Gainsboro) | 127 | No | A+ | 68 | Studio / 1 Bed |
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| Morningside House of Spotsylvania | AL | Fredericksburg | 68 | No | - | 88 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Morningside House of Spotsylvania
Is Morningside House of Spotsylvania in a walkable area?
Morningside House of Spotsylvania has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
When does Morningside House of Spotsylvania's license expire?
According to VA state health department records, Morningside House of Spotsylvania's license expires on July 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Morningside House of Spotsylvania?
Morningside House of Spotsylvania's occupancy is 54%.
Who is the administrator of Morningside House of Spotsylvania?
Joy Mcgee is the administrator of Morningside House of Spotsylvania.
How many beds does Morningside House of Spotsylvania have?
Morningside House of Spotsylvania has 68 beds.
Has Morningside House of Spotsylvania had any recent deficiencies?
Morningside House of Spotsylvania has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.
Are there photos of Morningside House of Spotsylvania?
Yes — there are 27 photos of Morningside House of Spotsylvania in the photo gallery on this page.
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