The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc.
Nursing Home · Virginia, VA
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The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc.

Nursing Home · Virginia, VA
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc. accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of The Legacy at North Augusta, INC.

The Legacy at North Augusta is a senior living community located in Staunton, Virginia. It offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. The community focuses on providing a vibrant lifestyle with a range of amenities and support for residents.
(540) 885-5454

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 73.8% Below VA avg. ▼ 73.8% Below VA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 70.1% Below VA avg. ▼ 70.1% Below VA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 72.3% Below VA avg. ▼ 72.3% Below VA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 25.0% Below VA avg. ▼ 25.0% Below VA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Virginia state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
2h 57m per day
This facility Virginia avg (4h 47m per day)
vs Virginia avg
-38%
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 31m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
86 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

36% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

41% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

24% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$17.4M
Profit
$1.3M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$17.4M
Profit
$1.3M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.6M
32.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.5M
Total costs $16.1M
Bed community size
135-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 93 / 100
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
71%
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
96 / 135
Average residents per home in Virginia 98 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 22, 2025

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc. is administrated by Mr. Craig Wagoner.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsTherapy Services, Veterans Assistance

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining room with delicious meals.

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 33 deficiencies 6 complaints 17 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Since 2021 vs. Virginia state average
Latest Inspection September 23, 2025 Monitoring

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3332 This facility has 3% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia nursing home (33 vs. VA avg 32). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↑ 3% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 6.66.4 This facility has 3% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia nursing home (6.6 vs. VA avg 6.4). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↑ 3% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.92.3 This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia nursing home (1.9 vs. VA avg 2.3). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↓ 17% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1714 This facility has 21% more total inspections than a typical Virginia nursing home (17 vs. VA avg 14). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↑ 21% worse
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 149 This facility has 56% more inspections with violations than a typical Virginia nursing home (14 vs. VA avg 9). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↑ 56% worse
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 82%64% This facility has 18 percentage points higher inspection violation rate than a typical Virginia nursing home (82% vs. VA avg 64%). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↑ 18% worse

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

MetricThis FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 67 This facility has 14% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia nursing home (6 vs. VA avg 7). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↓ 14% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 1.21.4 This facility has 14% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia nursing home (1.2 vs. VA avg 1.4). Click this badge to view the full Virginia ranking.↓ 14% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on September 23, 2025, found deficiencies related to medication administration errors and multiple violations including documentation, resident records security, and storage of cleaning supplies. Earlier inspections also cited issues primarily involving medication administration, individualized service plans, supervision of residents, and secure storage of records and hazardous materials. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, though some substantiated complaints involved staffing levels on the secured unit and building conditions such as foul odors. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring challenges with medication management and documentation, with no clear pattern of improvement or worsening over time.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2021
Total health inspections 6

Virginia average 4.2


Last Health inspection on Jul 2024

Total health citations
61

Virginia average 38.4

Citations per inspection
10.17

Virginia average 8.93


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

21 of 61 citations resulted from standard inspections; 38 of 61 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 61 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical Health citations
3
650% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 0.4


Serious Health citations
4
300% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 1

3 critical citations Virginia average: 0.4

4 serious citations Virginia average: 1

54 moderate citations Virginia average: 36.3

0 minor citations Virginia average: 0.8
Citations history (last 5 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Jul 24, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect serious citation Apr 17, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Apr 17, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Apr 17, 2024
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Virginia

The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc. is located in STAUNTON, Virginia.
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Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus)

VA Medicaid CCC Plus

Age 65+ or disabled
General Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
VA

Managed care model; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Virginia Respite Care Grant Program

VA Respite Grant

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Virginia resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
VA

Limited grants; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Facility respite (up to 5 days)

Adult Services Program

Virginia Adult Services (AS)

Age 60+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, need significant care (2+ ADLs), not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by locality; typically < ~$2,510/month 200% FPL
Asset Limits Limited assets (excludes home, car); varies by DSS.
VA

Serves ~5,000 annually; focuses on low-income independence.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Chore services Assessments Respite (~5 days/year)

Auxiliary Grant Program

Virginia Auxiliary Grant (AG)

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General VA resident, living in approved ALF/foster care, SSI-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,041/month (individual, SSI level + $20 disregard); higher with medical deductions.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
VA

Serves 4,000; personal needs allowance ($90/month).

Benefits
Cash (~$1,400-$1,700/month in 2025, varies by region) for ALF/foster care costs; basic care included

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
VA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General VA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Fuel, Crisis, Cooling components; serves ~100,000 households.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Equipment repair (~$250)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General VA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
VA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Virginia Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ or disabled
General VA resident, homeowner, income/asset limits vary by locality.
Income Limits (2025) ~$50,000-$75,000/year household, e.g., Fairfax: $72,000; Richmond: $50,000
Asset Limits Varies e.g., Fairfax: $400,000 net worth; Richmond: $100,000
VA

Offered in 90% of localities; saves ~$500-$2,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption/deferral (~$500-$2,000/year depending on locality)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General VA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
VA

Vouchers (~$50-$75/season); serves ~15,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50-$75/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 185
Employees 155
Contractors 30
Staff to resident ratio 1.95:1
17% better than Virginia average
Virginia average ratio: 1.67:1 Virginia average ratio: 1.67:1See full Virginia ranking
Avg staff/day 37
Average shift 8.6 hours
8% better than Virginia average
Virginia average: 8 hours Virginia average shift: 8 hoursSee full Virginia ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 29,052

Nursing staff breakdown

Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 45
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 82
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

8%

2,311 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 6 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Medical Director: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1

Staff by category

Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant8208212,08191100%8.7
Licensed Practical Nurse450459,97891100%10
RN Director of Nursing5057816673%8
Speech Language Pathologist0666684853%6.9
Nurse Practitioner3036246066%8
Other Dietary Services Staff2025696369%9
Administrator3035686470%8.9
Dietitian2025386470%8.4
Physical Therapy Assistant0335304853%7.3
Mental Health Service Worker2024966268%8
Dental Services Staff2024966066%8.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician0554914954%6.2
Registered Nurse7074414752%8.2
Physical Therapy Aide0443485560%5.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist2021692224%7.7
Qualified Social Worker0331484145%3.4
Occupational Therapy Aide01168910%7.5
Medical Director022436571%0.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant066151415%1
82 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
45 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 73%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 53%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 66%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 69%
3 Administrator
% of Days 70%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 70%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 53%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 68%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 66%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 54%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days 52%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 60%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 24%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 45%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 10%
2 Medical Director
% of Days 71%
6 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 15%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 95
Medicare
6
6.3% of residents
Medicaid
61
64.2% of residents
Private pay or other
28
29.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 12.0
19% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 10.1

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 22.0
11% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 19.7

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 19.5%
16% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 20.9%
6% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 19.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 25.6%
13% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 22.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.2%
15% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.1%
51% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.3%
79% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 1.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.5%
28% worse than Virginia average

Virginia average: 5.9%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 10.1%
32% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 14.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.1%
21% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 12.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.7%
8% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 91.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 94.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.4%
26% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 74.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.3%
76% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.0%
28% better than Virginia average

Virginia average: 73.6%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc.

Is The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc. in a walkable area?

The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc. has a walk score of 93. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

When does The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc.'s license expire?

According to VA state health department records, The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc.'s license expires on November 22, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc.?

The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc.'s occupancy is 71%.

Who is the administrator of The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc.?

Mr. Craig Wagoner is the administrator of The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc..

How many beds does The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc. have?

The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc. has 135 beds.

Has The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc. had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Legacy at North Augusta, Inc. has had 17 recently reported deficiencies.

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