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Shalom Gardens Senior Living is a senior care community in Richmond, Virginia, offering assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and long-term care services. Opened in late 2023, the community is a newer option in the Richmond market and is administered by Brigitta Lewis. The community has 71 licensed beds and is currently operating at approximately 44% occupancy, suggesting open availability for interested families.
For a newly established community, the community’s inspection history is relatively strong, with four inspections, which concluded with zero violations. The most recent inspection on May 12, 2025, confirmed full compliance with all applicable standards. An earlier monitoring visit in March 2024 also reported no issues, and a complaint investigation in October 2024 did not substantiate any concerns. There have been no fines, enforcement actions, or licensing issues, reflecting a consistent record of compliance since operations began.
The community’s clinical model is centered on continuous access to care, with 24-hour on-site nursing serving as a key differentiator for those who require consistent medical oversight. Services also include nursing care, skilled nursing, 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation support, respite care, and emergency response systems, while amenities include medication management, salon and personal care services, and a range of wellness programs and activities. Operating 24/7, the community supports residents with higher acuity needs who may require care at any time.
Shalom Gardens Senior Living is a practical option for older adults in Richmond seeking a higher level of care, particularly those requiring skilled nursing or continuous medical oversight alongside memory care or long-term support, in a newer community with a clean and consistent regulatory record.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%Shalom Gardens Senior Living is administrated by Brigitta Lewis.
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.
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.
| 4 | 14 | This facility has 71% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 71% 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 2023.
| 0.3 | 2.3 | This facility has 87% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.3 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 87% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
11.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Richmond's city center to Shalom Gardens Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Shalom Gardens Senior Living is located in RICHMOND, Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Virginia.
The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.
| Sancerre Atlee Station |
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. | Mechanicsville (Giles Preserve) | 120
Facility
120
VA AVG
98
Rank
#93 / 371 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
VA AVG
44
Rank
#304 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Lauren Friedman | - | A | 18 | 38.9%
Facility
38.9%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#86 / 332 | 12
Facility
12
VA AVG
7
Rank
#286 / 332 | 13
Facility
13
VA AVG
32
Rank
#158 / 332 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#104 / 332 |
| Sunrise of Richmond |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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. | Richmond (Raintree) | 110
Facility
110
VA AVG
98
Rank
#115 / 371 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
VA AVG
44
Rank
#289 / 449 | - | Ait Karen Simon-Dunham |
56.4%
Facility
56.4%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#231 / 297 | - | 12 | 25%
Facility
25%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#47 / 332 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
7
Rank
#217 / 332 | 10
Facility
10
VA AVG
32
Rank
#142 / 332 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#108 / 332 |
| Sunrise at Bon Air |
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. | Richmond | 94
Facility
94
VA AVG
98
Rank
#176 / 371 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
VA AVG
44
Rank
#161 / 449 | - | Michelle Dorsey |
88.3%
Facility
88.3%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#48 / 297 | - | 15 | 40%
Facility
40%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#87 / 332 | 6
Facility
6
VA AVG
7
Rank
#217 / 332 | 21
Facility
21
VA AVG
32
Rank
#198 / 332 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#158 / 332 |
| Seaton Chesterfield |
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. | Richmond | 88
Facility
88
VA AVG
98
Rank
#195 / 371 | No |
47
Facility
47
VA AVG
44
Rank
#193 / 449 | Studio / 1 Bed | Kenneth Gibson | - | A | 5 | 60%
Facility
60%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#183 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
32
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#1 / 332 |
| Shalom Gardens Senior Living |
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. | Richmond | 71
Facility
71
VA AVG
98
Rank
#250 / 371 | No |
4
Facility
4
VA AVG
44
Rank
#429 / 449 | - | Brigitta Lewis |
43.7%
Facility
43.7%
VA AVG
70.8%
Rank
#276 / 297 | - | 4 | 0%
Facility
0%
VA AVG
64.3%
Rank
#1 / 332 | 1
Facility
1
VA AVG
7
Rank
#67 / 332 | 0
Facility
0
VA AVG
32
Rank
#1 / 332 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
VA AVG
2.3
Rank
#1 / 332 |
Shalom Gardens Senior Living has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to VA state health department records, Shalom Gardens Senior Living's license expires on June 26, 2027.
Shalom Gardens Senior Living's occupancy is 44%.
Brigitta Lewis is the administrator of Shalom Gardens Senior Living.
Shalom Gardens Senior Living has 71 beds.
Shalom Gardens Senior Living has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.
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