The Haven at Brandermill Woods
Scout 96Midlothian, VA · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Midlothian's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,970–$10,460/mo
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Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center
1601 Broadrock Blvd, Richmond, VA 23224 · Richmond City County
79
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 85% full (171 of 200 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Richmond
Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Richmond, VA, with 200 certified beds and an average of about 171 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.92 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.83 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.92 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Richmond for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 200
- Avg. residents/day
- 171
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 495393
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 care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,970–$10,460/mo (median $8,950) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Richmond prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.92
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.83
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (31 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-06-05Severity 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.
2025-06-05Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2023-09-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2021-05-02Severity K — immediate jeopardyInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2021-05-02Severity J — immediate jeopardyResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
1601 Broadrock Blvd, Richmond, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center
How much does Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center cost?
Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Richmond, VA area typically runs $7,970–$10,460 per month (median $8,950, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.92 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center?
Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center has 31 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center have availability?
Typically 85% full (171 of 200 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center offer?
Sitter and Barfoot Veterans Care Center in Richmond, VA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 200 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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