Albemarle Health & Rehabilitation Center
1540 Founders Place · Charlottesville, VA · 22902 · 4344224800
120 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Lifeworks Rehab
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $206,456 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
$206,456 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
62% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.50 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.36 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.31 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 62% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $269,750 |
Inspection citations (61 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 25, 2025
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D October 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E July 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected August 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected July 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected July 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected March 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 25, 2025 | Fine | $206,456 |
| March 6, 2024 | Fine | $63,294 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 495420 · certified since February 10, 2016. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.