Virginia Veterans Care Center

4550 Shenandoah Ave N W, Roanoke VA, 24017


Resident Review Score
9.2
|
Most Loved

Starting price

$1,900

For this area
$$$

Virginia Veterans Care Center is a nursing home in Roanoke, VA, with 180 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living and memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia. The community also has an independent living option. Virginia Veterans Care Center offers physical therapy services to its residents.

Costs at this community start at $1,900 and range up to $7,498 per month. The average price in the community is $4,699, which is more than the average cost of $4,351 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is lower than the state average. Depending on other care the resident needs, additional care or services may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 4.4 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.7 hours with licensed nurses (0.7 by an RN and 1.0 by an LPN) and 2.7 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are four hospitals within 25 miles of Virginia Veterans Care Center. The two closest hospitals are Lewisgale Medical Center, which is 1.5 miles away, and Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, which is 4.3 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 5, meaning it is in the top 10% of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has a health inspection rating of 5. The ratings for the staff are excellent and the quality ratings are average, with a rating of 4.

Some of the key amenities available at Virginia Veterans Care Center are:

  • Pet Friendly
  • Activity Center


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(540) 982-2860

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Pricing for Virginia Veterans Care Center

$4,351Avg. Local Starting Price
Virginia Veterans Care Center$1,900

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$4,857
  • In Roanoke-Lynchburg$4,351
  • In VA$4,695
Resident Review Score
9.2
|
Most Loved
#2 in Roanoke, VA

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved8
Loved1
Good0
Average1
Below Average0

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community receives high praise for its cleanliness, friendly and caring staff, and dedication to resident well-being. Positive remarks frequently highlight the exceptional care provided to residents, often mentioning the staff's kindness and proactive communication with family members. Many reviewers appreciate the sense of community and personal attention their loved ones receive, citing examples of residents making friends and enjoying activities together. The facility is notably appreciated for its special events, like the apple festival, which families and residents enjoy alike. Staff members are commended for their professionalism and the genuinely caring atmosphere they create, making residents feel recognized and valued by name and face.
However, some concerns were raised regarding the quality of food, with repeated mentions of it being overcooked, greasy, and lacking in variety, suggesting room for improvement in the dining experience. Additionally, one review expressed dissatisfaction with the level of transparency and team effort in discussing care plans, and concerns were voiced about the cleanliness and upkeep of some residents, pointing to inconsistencies in care. Despite these critiques, the positive aspects of attentive staff, cleanliness, and a supportive environment for veterans are consistently recognized, making this community a commendable choice for veterans in need of care.

AI generated summary of real reviews

ANNUAL DATA

Virginia Veterans Care Center


Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

180

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

5

health inspection

5

quality

5

staff

4

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

0

infection control citations

0

fines

1

amount of fines

$650

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

2

total nurse hours

4

weekend nurse hours

3

weekend rn hours

0

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

36

registered nurses

31

administrators who left

2

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    VIRGINIA VETERANS CARE CENTER

  • Ownership type

    Government - State

  • Federal Provider Number

    495274

  • Provider SSA county code

    801

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    November 17, 1992

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    Yes

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Virginia Veterans Care Center


Pet Friendly
Activity Center

Complaints


0 Penalties Imposed

0 Health Complaint Deficienceis

$0 In Fines Imposed

0 Payment Denials

0 Total Complaints Reported

0 Total Fines Imposed

0 Total Incidents Reported

4 Health Standard Deficiencies

4 Total Deficiencies Reported

Occupancy


152 Current Occupants

240 Total Units

Activities & Fitness


Activity Centre

Arts & Crafts

Health And Wellness Programs

Library & Computer Lounge

Care


Assisted Living

Nurses

Offers Resident/family Counciling

Podiatry Services

Services


Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Accommodations


Cable TV

Landscaped Grounds

Outdoor Areas

Pet Friendly

Additional Features


Certified By Medicare And Medicaid

Medicare Participant Since 11/17/1992

Hospitals


Veterans Affairs Medical Center Salem

1970 Roanoke Boulevard

Distance: 0.5 miles

Blue Ridge Surgery Center

1802 Braeburn Drive

Distance: 1.5 miles

Lewis Gale Medical Center

1900 Electric Road

Distance: 1.5 miles

Churches


St Paul Baptist Church

1144 Henry Street, Roanoke

Distance: 3.8 miles

Jordantown Wesleyan Church

Jordantown Road, Vinton

Distance: 13.2 miles

Jordantown Church Of God

5663 Jordantown Road, Vinton

Distance: 13.2 miles

Resident Review Score
9.5
|
Most Loved
Salem Health & Rehabilitation

Preferred Provider

Salem Health & Rehabilitation

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Starting at

$1,900

For this area
$$$

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Resident Review Score
9.5
|
Most Loved
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Preferred Provider

Brandon Oaks Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

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Starting at

$5,092

For this area
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Resident Review Score
8.1
|
Loved
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Preferred Provider

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Starting at

$1,205

For this area
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