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Located in peaceful Front Royal, Virginia, Shenandoah Senior Living offers exceptional assisted living and memory care services. Nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, this community provides a comfortable and enriching environment for seniors to age gracefully. The spacious apartments are designed with the needs of residents in mind, ensuring easy mobility and accessibility. Residents can enjoy delicious, chef-prepared meals three times a day, complemented by nutritious snacks throughout the day.
The personalized healthcare plans are tailored to each resident’s desired activity levels, promoting independence and well-being. For those living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, Shenandoah Senior Living offers the Aspen Memory Care program, which provides a nurturing and stimulating environment. The dedicated staff is committed to providing 24/7 assistance, giving residents and their families peace of mind. With its stunning views, personalized care, and commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors, Shenandoah Senior Living sets the standard for senior living in the region.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%Shenandoah Senior Living is administrated by Jason Long.
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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
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 52 | 32 | This facility has 63% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (52 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 63% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
| 13 | 8 | This facility has 63% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (13 vs. VA avg 8).↑ 63% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2 | 2.3 | This facility has 13% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 13% 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.
| 26 | 14 | This facility has 86% more total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (26 vs. VA avg 14).↑ 86% worse |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 15 | 9 | This facility has 67% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (15 vs. VA avg 9).↑ 67% worse |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 58% | 64% | This facility has 6 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (58% vs. VA avg 64%).↓ 6% 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.
| 16 | 7 | This facility has 129% more total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (16 vs. VA avg 7).↑ 129% worse |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2022.
| 4 | 1.8 | This facility has 122% more complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (4 vs. VA avg 1.8).↑ 122% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspections on October 29, 2025, were monitoring visits that found no deficiencies and did not substantiate the self-reported allegations related to resident care and protection. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving resident care documentation, staff training, medication management, and safety measures such as hazardous materials storage and secure memory care unit doors. Several complaint investigations substantiated issues with individualized service plans, timely staff responses, and proper documentation, though many complaints were unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions included violation notices and opportunities to submit plans of correction, but fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s recent clean monitoring inspections suggest improvement following a period of mixed compliance findings.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsJason Long serves as the Executive Director of Shenandoah Senior Living, bringing proven leadership in health care operations and senior services. A retired U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major, he is dedicated to fostering a culture of compassion and accountability while strengthening connections with residents, families, and team members in the Shenandoah Valley community.
5.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Front Royal's city center to Shenandoah Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.8 miles to nearest hospital (Valley Patient Care)
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Shenandoah Senior Living is located in Front Royal, 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 | No | 68 | - | Meagan Seale | 87.4% | A+ | 20 | 55% | 7 | 58 | 2.9 |
| 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 | Yes | 61 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Jordan Kay | 67.3% | A- | 16 | 56.3% | 7 | 23 | 1.4 |
| 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 | Yes | 70 | - | Ms. Isha Subedi | 71.0% | A- | 9 | 88.9% | 1 | 16 | 1.8 |
| 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 | No | 0 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Ms. Laura D. Glasscock | 91.3% | A+ | 17 | 41.2% | 8 | 26 | 1.5 |
| Shenandoah 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.
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. | Front Royal | 78 | No | 0 | - | Jason Long | 56.4% | A+ | 26 | 57.7% | 16 | 52 | 2.0 |
Shenandoah Senior Living is in the Front Royal neighborhood of Front Royal.
According to VA state health department records, Shenandoah Senior Living's license expires on September 15, 2025.
Shenandoah Senior Living's occupancy is 56%.
Jason Long is the administrator of Shenandoah Senior Living.
Shenandoah Senior Living has 78 beds.
Shenandoah Senior Living has had 26 recently reported deficiencies.
Yes — there are 4 photos of Shenandoah Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.
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