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The Village at Orchard Ridge

100 Procession Way, Winchester, VA 22603 · Frederick County

Explore senior living in Winchester, VA at The Village at Orchard Ridge with vibrant living, quality care and a welcoming community.

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 95% full (19 of 20 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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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.

One of Winchester's top-rated skilled nursing communities

The Village at Orchard Ridge is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Winchester, VA, with 20 certified beds and an average of about 19 residents per day. It operates as part of the National Lutheran Communities & Services network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.81 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.44 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.81 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Winchester for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 20
Avg. residents/day: 19
Ownership: Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain: National Lutheran Communities & Services
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 495415

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,860–$10,310/mo (median $8,820)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$3,000–$7,480/mo (median $6,210)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Winchester 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: 4.81; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.44; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 30.4%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey): 4
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-03-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (4 citations on record — showing the latest 4). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-03-06Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

2024-03-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2024-03-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2024-03-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

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

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ Studio apartments
✓ Concierge services

Location

100 Procession Way, Winchester, VA

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about The Village at Orchard Ridge

How much does The Village at Orchard Ridge cost?

The Village at Orchard Ridge does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Winchester, VA area typically runs $7,860–$10,310 per month (median $8,820, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is The Village at Orchard Ridge's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates The Village at Orchard Ridge 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at The Village at Orchard Ridge?

Staff provide about 4.81 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at The Village at Orchard Ridge?

The Village at Orchard Ridge has 4 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-03-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does The Village at Orchard Ridge have availability?

Typically 95% full (19 of 20 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does The Village at Orchard Ridge offer?

The Village at Orchard Ridge in Winchester, VA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 20 beds.

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