White Birch Communities
Assisted Living · Virginia, VA

White Birch Communities

Assisted Living · Virginia, VA

Overview of White Birch Communities

White Birch Communities is a family-owned retirement community in Harrisonburg, VA. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care for seniors in the Shenandoah Valley. The community provides a variety of amenities and activities to support the well-being of its residents.
Bed community size
78-bed community Rank #228 / 371Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 228th out of 371 homes in Virginia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Virginia SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100 Rank #374 / 449Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 374th out of 449 homes in Virginia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Virginia SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
62%
Rank #220 / 311Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 220th out of 311 homes in Virginia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 311. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Virginia average: 85.7%
Occupied beds
48 / 78
Average residents per home in Virginia 98 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2025

Ownership & Operating Entity

White Birch Communities is administrated by Mrs. Amanda Crider.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Community Center
Exercise Facility
Beauty Salon
Chapel
Prepared Meals
Regular Activities
Assistance With Appointments
ActivitiesRegular activities and planned events are provided.
Specific ProgramsIndependent Senior Living, Senior Assisted Living, Alzheimer's Memory Care Facility

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionPrepared meals are provided.

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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 13 deficiencies 2 complaints 7 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
Overall vs. VA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Virginia average:
• Inspection violation rate (34% above)
7 Better Metrics better than Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (59% below)
• Deficiencies per year (59% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% below)
• Total inspections (50% below)
• Inspections with violations (33% below)
• Total complaints (71% below)
• Complaints per year (71% below)
Latest Inspection August 7, 2025 Renewal

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

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1332 This facility has 59% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (13 vs. VA avg 32).↓ 59% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 2.66.4 This facility has 59% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2.6 vs. VA avg 6.4).↓ 59% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.92.3 This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (1.9 vs. VA avg 2.3).↓ 17% better

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

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 714 This facility has 50% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (7 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 50% better
Inspections with violations Info Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation. 69 This facility has 33% fewer inspections with violations than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (6 vs. VA avg 9).↓ 33% better
Inspection violation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation. 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 Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityVA Averagevs. VA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 27 This facility has 71% fewer total complaints than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (2 vs. VA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 0.41.4 This facility has 71% fewer complaints per year than a typical Virginia assisted living residence (0.4 vs. VA avg 1.4).↓ 71% 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 August 7, 2025, found deficiencies related to medication management, specifically incomplete documentation of medication administration and failure to implement the written medication management plan. Earlier inspections showed a mix of issues including missing elements in the fire and emergency evacuation plan, incomplete staff documentation, and resident care concerns such as pharmacy choice and treatment documentation. Complaint investigations substantiated some issues, including failure to provide a resident agreement copy and partial non-compliance with resident care standards. Enforcement actions such as violation notices were noted, but fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history shows ongoing challenges with documentation and medication management, with no clear pattern of consistent improvement or worsening over time.

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Address 12.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rockingham's city center to White Birch Communities's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Virginia

White Birch Communities is located in ROCKINGHAM, 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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The information below is reported by the Virginia Department of Social Services and Department of Health.

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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.

RC

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HC

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White Birch Communities
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about White Birch Communities

Is White Birch Communities in a walkable area?

White Birch Communities has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

When does White Birch Communities's license expire?

According to VA state health department records, White Birch Communities's license expires on September 30, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at White Birch Communities?

White Birch Communities's occupancy is 62%.

Who is the administrator of White Birch Communities?

Mrs. Amanda Crider is the administrator of White Birch Communities.

How many beds does White Birch Communities have?

White Birch Communities has 78 beds.

Has White Birch Communities had any recent deficiencies or citations?

White Birch Communities has had 7 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of White Birch Communities?

Yes — there are 13 photos of White Birch Communities in the photo gallery on this page.

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