9
Inspections
On record
1
With violations
Visits that cited something
8
Clean visits
Nothing cited
2
Violations cited
Individual findings
2
Standards cited
Distinct rules
3
Complaint visits
Prompted by a complaint

The Gardens at Fair Oaks was inspected 9 times between April 21, 2021 and June 2, 2026 by the Virginia Department of Social Services. 1 of those visits ended with violations cited and 8 with none. Across that history VDSS cited 2 violations under 2 distinct standards. 3 inspections were prompted by a complaint.

A violation is a licensing standard - a rule in the Virginia Administrative Code - that the inspector found the facility was not meeting. Each is shown with the evidence the inspector recorded and, where VDSS publishes it, the facility's own plan of correction.

VDSS publishes inspections on a rolling window. 8 of these 9 are still on the state's site; the other 1 has since dropped off it and is reproduced from Assisted Living Magazine's archive of the original VDSS reports.

Provider Information

Facility type
Assisted Living Facility
License type
Three Year
License expires
06/19/2027
Administrator
Helaine Walsh
Licensing inspector
Marshall Massenberg
Inspector phone
(804) 543-5188
Approved for
Assisted Living · Special Care Unit · Non-Ambulatory

Inspection History

9

Select an inspection to read the areas reviewed, the inspector's comments and any violations cited.

June 2, 2026Inspection2 violations
Inspection dates
06/02/2026
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 GENERAL PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 ADMINISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES22VAC40-73 PERSONNEL22VAC40-73 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION22VAC40-73 ADMISSION, RETENTION AND DISCHARGE OF RESIDENTS22VAC40-73 RESIDENT CARE AND RELATED SERVICES22VAC40-73 RESIDENT ACCOMMODATIONS AND RELATED PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS22VAC40-73 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS22VAC40-73 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITIES THAT CARE FOR ADULTS WITH SERIOUS COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENTS63.2 GENERAL PROVISIONS63.2 PROTECTION OF ADULTS AND REPORTING63.2 LICENSURE AND REGISTRATION PROCEDURES63.2 FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS22VAC40-90 BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES22VAC40-90 THE SWORN STATEMENT OR AFFIRMATION22VAC40-90 THE CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD REPORT22VAC40-80 THE LICENSE
Technical assistance
Documentation was discussed with the provider.
Comments
Type of inspection: Monitoring Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: 6/2/26 (8:30 AM - 4:10 PM) The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 96 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: Six Number of staff records reviewed: Three Number of interviews conducted with residents: Four Number of interviews conducted with staff: Five Observations by licensing inspector: Meals, Medication Administration, Activities Additional Comments/Discussion: N/A An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standard(s) or law, and violation(s) were documented on the violation notice issued to the facility. The licensee has the opportunity to submit a plan of correction to indicate how the cited violation(s) will be addressed in order to return the facility to compliance and maintain future compliance with applicable standard(s) or law. If the licensee wishes to provide a plan of correction: (i) type the plan on a separate Word document, (ii) identify the standard violation number being addressed, (iii) include the date the violation will be corrected, (IV) do not include any names or confidential information, and (V) return to the licensing inspector by email within five (5) business days of the exit interview. Your plan of correction must contain: 1) steps to correct the noncompliance with the standard(s), 2) measures to prevent the noncompliance from occurring again; and 3) person(s) responsible for implementing each step and/or monitoring any preventive measure(s). Compliance with all applicable regulations and law shall be maintained and any areas of noncompliance must be corrected. Within 15 calendar days of your receipt of these inspection findings (inspection summary, violation notice, and supplemental information), you may request a review and discussion of these findings with the inspector's immediate supervisor. To make a request for review and discussion, you must contact the licensing supervisor at the regional licensing office that serves your geographical area. Refer to General Procedures and Information for Licensure, 22VAC40-80-260-B for information on requesting a problem solving conference. Regardless of whether a supervisory review has been requested, the results of the inspection will be posted to the DSS public website within 5 business days of your receipt of the Inspection Summary and/or Violation Notice. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Marshall Massenberg, Licensing Inspector at (804) 543-5188 or by email at marshall.x.massenberg@dss.virginia.gov.
Violations
22VAC40-73-680-D
Based on record review, the facility did not ensure that medications are administered in accordance with the physician's instructions.
Evidence
  1. Resident #1's record contains an order for Novolog, that calls for the medication to be administered dependent upon the resident's blood sugar on the following sliding scale: If 150 - 199= 1 unit call if less than 60; 200 - 249= 3 units; 250 - 299= 5 units; 300 - 349= 7 units; 350 - 399= 9 units call if greater than 401 Resident #1's Medication Administration Record (MAR) indicated that his Novolog was not administered on 5/5/26 (noon administration) when his blood sugar was measured as being 155. The MAR documentation for the administration was coded as "no insulin required." No additional notes were provided, during the inspection, to clarify why Resident #1's Novolog was not administered on the above date. Facility staff confirmed that no additional notes were present about the Novolog administration on 5/5/26 (noon administration).
Plan of correction
Effective 6/3/26, The Director of Nursing (DON) will provide re-education and training to all LPN staff on proper medication administration and documentation practices, ensuring that medications are administered and documented in accordance with physician orders and regulatory requirements. The DON and Nurse Manager will conduct random reviews of the electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR) to verify that medications are administered correctly and documented accurately. The DON and Nursing Manager will continue monitoring compliance through regular eMAR audits for the next 60 days, and thereafter as needed, to ensure ongoing adherence to medication administration and documentation requirements.
22VAC40-73-680-B
Based on record review and interview, the facility did not ensure that medications shall remain in the pharmacy issued container, with the prescription label or direction label attached.
Evidence
  1. Resident #1's Venelex was observed during the inspection. The tube indicated that the Venelex expires on 06/26. The tube also states "see package insert for full prescribing information." No package insert or pharmacy container (with the prescription label) were observed for Resident #1's Venelex, to look for additional details about the exact expiration date. Staff #1 confirmed that Resident #1's Venelex package insert and pharmacy container were not present, at the time of the cart inspection.
Plan of correction
Effective 6/3/26, the Director of Nursing (DON) will provide education and training to all nursing staff on proper medication storage and handling requirements in accordance with Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) regulations. The DON and Nurse Manager will conduct routine spot checks of medication carts and medication storage areas to verify compliance and monitor adherence to this requirement for the next 60 days, and thereafter as needed.
June 5, 2025Inspection0 violations
Inspection dates
06/05/2025
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 GENERAL PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 ADMINISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES22VAC40-73 PERSONNEL22VAC40-73 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION22VAC40-73 ADMISSION, RETENTION AND DISCHARGE OF RESIDENTS22VAC40-73 RESIDENT CARE AND RELATED SERVICES22VAC40-73 RESIDENT ACCOMMODATIONS AND RELATED PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS22VAC40-73 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS22VAC40-73 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITIES THAT CARE FOR ADULTS WITH SERIOUS COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENTS63.2 GENERAL PROVISIONS63.2 FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS22VAC40-90 BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES22VAC40-90 THE SWORN STATEMENT OR AFFIRMATION22VAC40-90 THE CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD REPORT22VAC40-80 THE LICENSE
Technical assistance
Documentation was discussed with the provider.
Comments
Type of inspection: Monitoring Date of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: 6/5/25 (8:40 AM - 5:00 PM). The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 78 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: Six Number of interviews conducted with residents: Four Number of interviews conducted with staff: Three Observations by licensing inspector: meals, medication administration, activities An exit meeting was held. The evidence gathered during the inspection determined no violations with applicable standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website within five (5) business days of your receipt of the inspection summary. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Marshall Massenberg, Licensing Inspector at (804) 543-5188 or by email at marshall.x.massenberg@dss.virginia.gov.
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.
January 14, 2025Complaint survey0 violations
Inspection dates
01/14/2025
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 RESIDENT CARE AND RELATED SERVICES
Comments
Type of inspection: Complaint Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: 1/14/25 (2:15 PM - 3:40 PM) The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. A complaint was received by the Fairfax Licensing Office on 1/7/25 in the area of: Resident Care and Related Services. Number of resident records reviewed: One Number of interviews conducted with residents: One Number of interviews conducted with staff: Eight Observations by licensing inspector: Facility documents The evidence gathered during the investigation did not support the allegation of non-compliance with standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website within 5 business days of your receipt of the inspection summary. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Marshall Massenberg, Licensing Inspector at (804) 543-5188 or by email at Marshall.x.massenberg@dss.virginia.gov.
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.
May 21, 2024Inspection0 violations
Inspection dates
05/21/2024
Areas reviewed
Administration and Administrative ServicesPersonnelStaffing and SupervisionAdmission, Retention and Discharge of ResidentsResident Care and Related ServicesResident Accommodations and Related ProvisionsBuilding and GroundsEmergency PreparednessAdditional Requirements for Facilities that Care for Adults with Cognitive ImpairmentsBackground Checks for Assisted Living FacilitiesSworn Statement
Comments
Type of inspection: Renewal Inspection Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: 05/21/2024 and 05/22/2024 The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 67 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 6 Number of staff records reviewed: 45 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 1 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 5 Observations by licensing inspector: Licensing inspector observed residents participating in activity programs and eating lunch. This LI also observed a medication administration pass. Additional Comments/Discussion: An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the inspection determined no violations with applicable standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website within five (5) business days of your receipt of the inspection summary. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Sarah Pearson, Licensing Inspector at (540) 680-9469 or by email at sarah.pearson@dss.virginia.gov
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.
August 10, 2023Complaint survey0 violations
Inspection dates
08/10/2023,08/29/2023
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 RESIDENT CARE AND RELATED SERVICES
Comments
Type of inspection: Complaint Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: LI entered the facility at 10:00 am on 8/10/2023 and exited at 3:40 pm. LI entered the facility at 12:40 pm on 8/29/2023 and exited at 1:00pm. The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. A complaint was received by VDSS Division of Licensing on 7/31/2023 regarding allegations in the area(s) of resident care and related services. Number of resident records reviewed: 1 Number of staff records reviewed: 0 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 1 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 3 Observations by licensing inspector: Additional Comments/Discussion: An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the investigation did not support the allegations of non-compliance with standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website within 5 business days of your receipt of the inspection summary. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Jamie Eddy, Licensing Inspector at (703) 479-5247 or by email at jamie.eddy@dss.virginia.gov
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.
March 28, 2023Inspection0 violations
Inspection dates
03/28/2023
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 GENERAL PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 ADMINISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES22VAC40-73 PERSONNEL22VAC40-73 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION22VAC40-73 ADMISSION, RETENTION AND DISCHARGE OF RESIDENTS22VAC40-73 RESIDENT CARE AND RELATED SERVICES22VAC40-73 RESIDENT ACCOMMODATIONS AND RELATED PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 BUILDINGS AND GROUND22VAC40-73 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS22VAC40-73 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITIES THAT CARE FOR ADULTS WITH SERIOUS COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENTSARTICLE 1 – SUBJECTIVITY32.1 REPORTED BY PERSONS OTHER THAN PHYSICIANS63.2 GENERAL PROVISIONS63.2 PROTECTION OF ADULTS AND REPORTING63.2 LICENSURE AND REGISTRATION PROCEDURES63.2 FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS22VAC40-90 BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES22VAC40-90 THE SWORN STATEMENT OR AFFIRMATION22VAC40-90 THE CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD REPORT22VAC40-80 THE LICENSE22VAC40-80 THE LICENSING PROCESS22VAC40-80 COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION22VAC40-80 SANCTIONS
Comments
Type of inspection: Monitoring Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: LI entered the facility at 8:40 am on 3/28/2023 and exited at 3:00 pm on 3/28/2023. The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 81 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 10 Number of staff records reviewed: 5 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 0 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 0 Observations by licensing inspector: LI observed medication administration. LI observed residents eating breakfast and lunch and engaging in activities. Additional Comments/Discussion: An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the inspection determined no violations with applicable standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website within five (5) business days of your receipt of the inspection summary. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Jamie Eddy, Licensing Inspector at (703) 479-5247 or by email at jamie.eddy@dss.virginia.gov
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.
July 22, 2022Complaint survey0 violations
Inspection dates
07/22/2022
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 RESIDENT CARE AND RELATED SERVICES
Comments
Type of inspection: Complaint Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: LI entered the facility on 7/22/2022 at 10:00 am and exited on 7/22/2022 at 11:40am. The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. A complaint was received by VDSS Division of Licensing on 7/11/2022 regarding allegations in the area(s) of resident care. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 80 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 1 Number of staff records reviewed: 0 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 1 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 3 Observations by licensing inspector: Additional Comments/Discussion: An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the investigation did not support the allegation of non-compliance with standard(s) or law. The inspection summary will be posted to the VDSS website within 5 business days of your receipt of the inspection summary. The department's inspection findings are subject to public disclosure. Please Note: A copy of the findings of the most recent inspection are required to be posted on the premises of the facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Jamie Eddy, Licensing Inspector at (703) 479-5247 or by email at jamie.eddy@dss.virginia.gov
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.
March 8, 2022Inspection0 violations
Inspection dates
03/08/2022,03/11/2022
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 GENERAL PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 ADMINISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES22VAC40-73 PERSONNEL22VAC40-73 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION22VAC40-73 ADMISSION, RETENTION, AND DISCHARGE OF RESIDENTS22VAC40-73 RESIDENT CARE AND RELATED SERVICES22VAC40-73 RESIDENT ACCOMODATIONS AND RELATED PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 BUILDING AND GROUNDS22VAC40-73 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS22VAC40-73 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITIES THAT CARE FOR ADULTS WITH SERIOUS COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENTSArticle 1Subjectivity32.1 Reported by persons other than physicians63.2 General Provisions63.2 Protection of adults and reporting63.2 Licensure and Registration Procedures63.2 Facilities and Programs22VAC40-90 Background Checks for Assisted Living Facilities22VAC40-90 The Sworn Statement or Affirmation22VAC40-90 The Criminal History Record Report22VAC40-80 THE LICENSE22VAC40-80 THE LICENSING PROCESS
Comments
An unannounced monitoring study began on 3/8/2022 and concluded on 3/11/2022. At the time of entrance 78 residents were in care. The sample size consisted of 11 resident records, five staff records, and two individual interviews. Resident and staff records and other documentation were reviewed. Criminal Background Checks of all staff hired since the previous inspection conducted on 4/22/2021 were reviewed. Residents were observed eating lunch and engaging in activities including walking and stretching, and playing card games .LI walked the physical plant. Medication administration was observed. No violations were cited. Exit interview was conducted. Thank you for your cooperation and if you have any questions please call 703-479-5247 or contact me via e-mail at jamie.eddy@dss.virginia.gov.
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.
April 21, 2021Inspection0 violations
Inspection dates
April 21, 2021 and April 22, 2021
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 GENERAL PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 ADMINISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES22VAC40-73 PERSONNEL22VAC40-73 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION22VAC40-73 ADMISSION, RETENTION, AND DISCHARGE OF RESIDENTS22VAC40-73 RESIDENT CARE AND RELATED SERVICES22VAC40-73 RESIDENT ACCOMODATIONS AND RELATED PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 BUILDING AND GROUNDS22VAC40-73 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS22VAC40-73 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITIES THAT CARE FOR ADULTS WITH SERIOUS COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENTSArticle 1Subjectivity32.1 Reported by persons other than physicians63.2 General Provisions63.2 Protection of adults and reporting63.2 Licensure and Registration Procedures63.2 Facilities and Programs22VAC40-90 Background Checks for Assisted Living Facilities22VAC40-90 The Sworn Statement or Affirmation22VAC40-90 The Criminal History Record Report22VAC40-80 THE LICENSE22VAC40-80 THE LICENSING PROCESS
Comments
This inspection was conducted by licensing staff using an alternate remote protocol necessary due to a state of emergency health pandemic declared by the Governor of Virginia. A renewal inspection was initiated on 4/21/2021 and concluded on 4/22/2021. The administrator was contacted by telephone to initiate the inspection. The administrator reported that the current census was 71. The inspector emailed the administrator a list of items required to complete the inspection. The inspector reviewed four resident records, four staff records, annual fire and health inspections, dietary and healthcare oversight reports, fire drill reports, staff work schedule submitted by the facility to ensure documentation was complete. The Criminal Background Checks for all new staff hired since the last inspection completed on 5/29/2020 were reviewed. The administrator was interviewed upon initiation of the inspection and at the exit interview. The information gathered during the inspection determined no violations with applicable standards or law. No violations were issued. The exit interviewed was conducted via telephone on 4/22/2021.
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.