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Colonnades Health Care Center

100 Colonnades Hill Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901 · Albemarle County

Learn more about The Colonnades, a premier senior living community. We offer independent living, memory care, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Call today at 434-963-4198.

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48
Fair
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 53% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Charlottesville

Colonnades Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Charlottesville, VA, with 34 certified beds and an average of about 18 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sunrise Senior Living network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 7.36 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.58 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 22 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (7.36 hrs/resident/day)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • 22 deficiencies at last survey
  • CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Charlottesville options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
34
Avg. residents/day
18
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Sunrise Senior Living
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
495254

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,080–$10,590/mo (median $9,070)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Charlottesville prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
7.36
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.58
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
48.1%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
Health deficiencies (last survey)
22
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
1
Last standard survey
2024-11-01
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (26 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-11-01Severity K — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2024-11-01Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2024-11-01Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

2024-11-01Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2024-11-01Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

2024-11-01Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-11-01Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

2024-11-01Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

DateTypeAmount
2024-11-01Payment denial

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Chef-prepared meals
  • Fitness center
  • Wellness programs
  • Housekeeping & laundry
  • Gardens / walking paths

Location

100 Colonnades Hill Drive, Charlottesville, VA

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Colonnades Health Care Center

How much does Colonnades Health Care Center cost?

Colonnades Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Charlottesville, VA area typically runs $8,080–$10,590 per month (median $9,070, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Colonnades Health Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Colonnades Health Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Colonnades Health Care Center?

Staff provide about 7.36 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 48.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Colonnades Health Care Center?

Colonnades Health Care Center has 26 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Colonnades Health Care Center have availability?

Typically 53% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Colonnades Health Care Center offer?

Colonnades Health Care Center in Charlottesville, VA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 34 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Charlottesville.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

  1. 1
    Confirm the fit
    Check the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
  2. 2
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  3. 3
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  4. 4
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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