5
Inspections
On record
2
With violations
Visits that cited something
3
Clean visits
Nothing cited
8
Violations cited
Individual findings
8
Standards cited
Distinct rules
1
Complaint visits
Prompted by a complaint

Pivotal Assisted Living LLC was inspected 5 times between November 6, 2023 and March 27, 2025 by the Virginia Department of Social Services. 2 of those visits ended with violations cited and 3 with none. Across that history VDSS cited 8 violations under 8 distinct standards. 1 inspection was 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. 4 of these 5 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
One Year
License expires
05/05/2027
Administrator
Shauna Toussaint
Licensing inspector
Alexandra Roberts
Inspector phone
(804) 845-6956
Approved for
Assisted Living ยท Non-Ambulatory

Inspection History

5

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

March 27, 2025Inspection4 violations
Inspection dates
03/27/2025
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 GROUND22VAC40-73 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS63.2 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
Type of inspection: Renewal Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: 03/27/2025 8:30am - 2:45pm 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: 6 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 2 Number of staff records reviewed: 3 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 2 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 2 Observations by licensing inspector: Observed the residents engaged in activities, having conversation with staff and eating lunch together. 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. 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 the 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. 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 Alexandra Roberts, Licensing Inspector at 804-845-6956 or by email at Alexandra.N.Roberts@dss.virginia.gov
Violations
22VAC40-73-190-A
Based on direct observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure that there was a designated direct care staff member in charge on the premises.
Evidence
  1. During the 3/27/2025 inspection, Licensing Inspector (LI) arrived at the facility and the administrator was not present and there was no designated direct care staff member in charge.
  2. Staff 4 confirmed there had not been a staff member designated or trained.
Plan of correction
The issue has been resolved. A designated direct care staff member is now assigned and trained for each shift, and procedures are in place to ensure compliance moving forward.
22VAC40-73-870-I
Based on direct observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure that elevators were inspected at least annually.
Evidence
  1. The current elevator inspection expired 1/6/2024.
  2. Staff 4 confirmed that the elevator had not been inspected by Fairfax County for 2025.
Plan of correction
The elevator receives yearly maintenance by an authorized elevator retailer . Administrator will continue to work with County officials to for inspection request annually.
22VAC40-73-260-C
Based on direct observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure that a listing of all staff who had current certification in first aid or CPR, in conformance with subsections A and B of this section, were posted in the facility so that the information was readily available to all staff at all times.
Evidence
  1. During the 3/27/2025 inspection, the LI did not observe a listing posted of all staff who had current certification in first aid or CPR.
  2. Staff 4 confirmed that they do not have a list of all staff with current first aid or CPR certifications.
Plan of correction
The issue has been corrected. A current listing of all staff with valid first aid and CPR certifications has is now posted in an accessible area of the facility for staff reference at all times.
22VAC40-73-290-B
Based on direct observation and staff interview, the facility failed to develop and implement a procedure for posting the name of the current on-site person in charge, as provided for in this chapter, in a place in the facility that was conspicuous to the residents and the public.
Evidence
  1. During the 3/27/2025 inspection, the LI did not observe the required posting of the name of the current on-site person in charge in a conspicuous place.
  2. Staff 4 confirmed there is no posting of current on-site person in charge.
Plan of correction
The issue has been addressed. A procedure has been developed and implemented to ensure the name of the current on-site person in charge is posted daily in a conspicuous location visible to residents, staff, and visitors.
August 5, 2024Complaint survey0 violations
Inspection dates
Aug. 5, 2024
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 GENERAL PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 ADMINISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES22VAC40-73 PERSONNEL22VAC40-73 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION22VAC40-73 ADMISSION, RETENTION AND DISCHARGE OF RESIDENTS22VAC40-80 COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION
Comments
Type of inspection: Complaint Date(s) of inspection and time: July 25th 2024 10:30am - 2:30pm 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 07/09/2024 regarding allegations in the area(s) of: Discharge Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 3 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 3 Number of staff records reviewed: 3 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 1 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 1 Observations by licensing inspector: Crafting and exercising time. Residents also went outside to eat lunch. Additional Comments/Discussion: N/A An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the investigation did not support the allegation(s) of non-compliance with standard(s) or law. However, violation(s) not related to the complaint(s) but identified during the course of the investigation can be found on the violation notice. 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. 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 the 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. 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.
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.
April 24, 2024Inspection4 violations
Inspection dates
04/24/2024
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 PREPAREDNESS63.2 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 PROCESSNone
Comments
Type of Inspection: Renewal Inspection Date of Inspection: April 24, 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: 1 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: 3 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 1 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 1 Observations by licensing inspector: The LI observed residents eating lunch, going on a walk and participating in other activities. 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. 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 the 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. 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 a licensed facility. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Alexandra Roberts, Licensing Inspector at 804-845-6956 or by email at Alexandra.n.roberts@dss.virginia.gov.
Violations
22VAC40-73-680-H
Based on record review, the facility failed to document on the medication administration record (MAR) all medications administered to residents, including over-the-counter medications and dietary supplements.
Evidence
  1. Staff failed to document at the time the medication was administered for medications for several dates: 9am 04/24/24 - Memantine 10mg 9am 04/23/24 - Memantine 10mg 8pm 04/22/24 - Atorvastatin 40mg 8pm 04/22/24 - Memantine 10mg
Plan of correction
. Documentation of reason why medications were administered late: Provided individual staff education to employees on the importance of documenting rationale and reasons for orders not completed or administered. Reviewed Missed Medication Policy. This topic will also be a discussion topic in monthly education. Preventative: Implemented a check list for each shift to follow to ensure all items are documented and completed at the end of shift.
22VAC40-73-680-C
Based on record review, medication were administered later than one hour after facility's standard dosing schedule, except those drugs that are ordered for specific times, such as before, after, or with meals.
Evidence
  1. On several dates (04/19/24, 04/18/24,04/08/24, & 04/08/24) the residents #1 9am medication (Memantine 10mg for Dementia) was taken more than 1 hour after the allotted time frame. 4/21/24 the 9am medication was given at 10:43am.
Plan of correction
Medications administered outside 2 hour window: Provided individual staff education to employees regarding medication administration times and 2 hour window to pass medications ( 1 hour before or 1 hour after). Will include information in staff education for a month. Preventative: Audit Charts to verify medications are being given at the correct time.
22VAC40-73-650-C
Based on record review, the facility failed to have the oral order charted by the individual who takes the order nor was the oral order reviewed and signed by a physician or other prescriber within 14 days.
Evidence
  1. LI reviewed Resident #1 chart and the Licensed health professional obtained updated orders orally for the residents 2 prescriptions (Atorvastatin 40mg & Memantine 10mg) but failed to chart the oral order and failed to have the order reviewed then signed by the physician/prescriber within 14 days.
Plan of correction
Physician Order not signed in 14 days: Correction Action Taken- Called physician office sent email via docusign requesting a signature on 4/25/24. Preventative: Perform Chart Audits monthly. Implement process for follow up calls to obtain signature if not received by day 3, day 7, and day 10, day 14
22VAC40-73-260-A
Based on record reviewer, facility failed to ensure that direct care staff members have a current certification in first aid from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, American Safety and Health Institute.
Evidence
  1. Staff #1 was certified by AHS American Health Service & Staff #2 certified by EMS inc.
Plan of correction
Employees CPR certification not recognized by Virginia as an approved vendor for CPR: Corrective action taken- Informed all staff impacted (4) requesting all employees obtain CPR/First Aid Certification from an approved CPR vendor. Each employee must complete within 30 days for continued employment.Provided information to a local American Heart Association Instructor to provide education and training. Employer will reimburse after successful completion of class. Preventative- Will ensure all employees hired moving forward have CPR/First Aid training by an approved Virginia Vendor.
March 7, 2024Inspection0 violations
Inspection dates
03/07/2024
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-61 GENERAL PROVISIONS22VAC40-61 ADMINISTRATION22VAC40-61 PERSONNEL22VAC40-61 SUPERVISION22VAC40-61 ADMISSION, RETENTION AND DISCHARGE22VAC40-61 PROGRAMS AND SERVICES22VAC40-61 BUILDINGS AND GROUND22VAC40-61 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS22VAC40-90 THE SWORN STATEMENT OR AFFIRMATION22VAC40-90 THE CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD REPORT
Technical assistance
Advised ED to ensure that UAI and ISP match correctly for specific areas of needs in regards to ADLs. (Specifics provided to ED)
Comments
Date of Inspection: March 7, 2024 10am - 12pm Type of Inspection: Monitoring inspection Census 1 Number of records reviewed and interviews conducted - 2 records & 1 interview. All facility self-reported incidents since the last inspection were reviewed on this date. The LI observed resident watching TV and eating a snack. 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. If you have any questions or email changes, please do not hesitate to contact me at Alexandra.n.roberts@dss.virginia.gov. If you need a copy of any of the DSS Model forms or to review any inspection or regulation, you can find the information on the internet: www.dss.virginia.gov.
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.
November 6, 2023Inspection0 violations
Inspection dates
11/06/2023
Areas reviewed
Administration and Administrative ServicesPersonnelStaffing and SupervisionAdmission, Retention and Discharge of ResidentsResident Care and Related ServicesBuildings and GroundsEmergency PreparednessMixed Population
Comments
Date of Inspection: November 6, 2023 Type of Inspection: Initial Inspection If you have any questions or email changes, please do not hesitate to contact me at laura.lunceford@dss.virginia.gov. If you need a copy of any of the DSS Model forms or to review any inspection or regulation, you can find the information on the internet: www.dss.virginia.gov. Census 0 Number of records reviewed and interviews conducted- 1 record, 1 interview. The Licensing Inspector conducted an announced initial inspection. The Licensing Inspector walked the physical plant, verified window and room measurements, reviewed policies and procedures and staff records. All inspections have been completed.
Violations
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.