Virginia DSS · Assisted Living Facility

Arden Courts (Annandale)

📍 7104 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA, 22003

ID 52461One Year licenseActive
4
Inspections
On record
3
With violations
Visits that cited something
1
Clean visits
Nothing cited
14
Violations cited
Individual findings
13
Standards cited
Distinct rules
0
Complaint visits
Prompted by a complaint

Arden Courts (Annandale) was inspected 4 times between August 4, 2025 and February 17, 2026 by the Virginia Department of Social Services. 3 of those visits ended with violations cited and 1 with none. Across that history VDSS cited 14 violations under 13 distinct standards.

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.

Every inspection listed here is currently published on the VDSS site.

Provider Information

Facility type
Assisted Living Facility
License type
One Year
License expires
03/24/2027
Administrator
Wilson Cooper
Licensing inspector
Jacquelyn Kabiri
Inspector phone
(703) 397-3017
Approved for
Non-Ambulatory · Assisted Living · Special Care Unit

Inspection History

4

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

February 17, 2026Inspection6 violations
Inspection dates
02/17/2026
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 GENERAL PROVISIONS22VAC40-73 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 IMPAIRMENTS63.2- (18) Facilities and Programs22VAC40-90 Background Checks for Assisted Living Facilities22VAC40-90 The Sworn Statement or Affirmation22VAC40-90 The Criminal History Record Report
Technical assistance
TA: Disclosure form print outs.
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: 02/17/2026, 9:30 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. 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: 52 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, 1 partial review, and 2 med passes Number of staff records reviewed: 3 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 0 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 3 Observations by licensing inspector: Activities and lunch 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 Jacquelyn Kabiri, Licensing Inspector at (703) 397-3017 or by email at Jacquelyn.Kabiri@dss.virginia.gov
Violations
22VAC40-73-320-B
Based on record review, the facility failed to ensure that a risk assessment for tuberculosis is completed annually on each resident.
Evidence
  1. Resident 5 was admitted to the facility on 01/31/2025. LI viewed resident 5’s most recent tuberculosis risk assessment, which was not dated.
  2. Resident 6 was admitted to the facility on 01/31/2025. LI viewed resident 6’s most recent tuberculosis risk assessment, which was not dated.
  3. Staff 1 and staff 2 were not able to provide a dated risk assessment for tuberculosis for residents 5 or 6 during the inspection.
Plan of correction
RSC educated on and will ensure residents’ tuberculosis screening is completed on or before the due date for annual completion per VDSS regulations. The RSC will spot check and monitor after each assessment for compliance.
22VAC40-73-450-C
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete a comprehensive Individualized Service Plan (ISP) to include a written description of what services would be provided to address identified needs, and who would provide them.
Evidence
  1. Resident 7 was admitted to the facility on 10/07/2025 and has a private duty aide or direct care companion, hired from an agency on 09/07/2025.
  2. The ISP (dated 09/10/2025) for resident 7 does not indicate the specific duties the private duty personnel will perform, or how frequently, or the duration of their services.
  3. Staff 1 confirmed the LI’s findings.
Plan of correction
RSC is educated on, and will ensure, ISPs are completed and updated to address identified needs, services, and who will provide the services. RSC will spot check monitor that ISPs are compliant with VDSS regulation. The RSC will follow up with the ED after completion for review for 60 days
22VAC40-73-450-E
Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) was signed and dated by the licensee, administrator, or his designee (i.e., the person Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) was signed and dated by the licensee, administrator, or his designee (i.e., the person who has developed the plan), and by the resident or their legal representative.
Evidence
  1. Resident 1 was admitted on 09/25/2025. Resident 1’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP), dated 02/10/2026, was not signed by the resident or the resident’s legal representative.
  2. Resident 2 was admitted on 02/06/2026. Resident 2’s ISP, dated 02/09/2026, was not signed by the resident or the resident’s legal representative.
  3. Resident 3 was admitted on 02/15/2026. Resident 3’s ISP, dated 02/17/2026, was not signed by the resident or the resident’s legal representative.
  4. Resident 4 was admitted on 02/13/2026. Resident 4’s ISP, dated 02/17/2026, was not signed by the resident or the resident’s legal representative.
  5. Staff 1 acknowledged the Licensing Inspector’s findings during the interview.
Plan of correction
RSC will ensure ISPs are signed and dated by licensee or ED, by the person who developed it and by the resident or responsible party. The RSC educated and will monitor ISPs are compliant with VDSS regulation and spot check and monitor for 60 days
22VAC40-73-580-B
Based on direct observations and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure that medications remained in the pharmacy-issued container, with the prescription label or direction label attached, until administered to the resident.
Evidence
  1. On 02/17/2026, at approximately 11:20 a.m., during a medication cart audit, the Licensing Inspector (LI) observed a blue pill planner box labeled across the top with “Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat.” The pill planner contained medication in the compartments for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. The pill planner did not have a resident name or any identifiable information to indicate to whom it belonged or what medication was contained within the organizer.
  2. Staff 3 acknowledged the LI’s findings and stated that the pill planner box is for resident 4.
  3. Staff 3 then removed the pill case from the medication cart.
  4. Photo evidence obtained.
Plan of correction
RSC is educated on, and will ensure medications remain in original containers per VDSS regulations and RSC will spot check medication carts and monitor for compliance for 60 days.
22VAC40-73-220-A
Based on record review and an interview, the facility failed to ensure that all required documentation was obtained when the private duty personnel from a licensed home care organizations provided direct care or companion services to residents in an assisted living facility.
Evidence
  1. After a review of facility records and a staff interview on 02/17/2026, it was confirmed that the facility did not have the following information for the private duty personnel for Resident 7: a. Documentation on the type and frequency of the services to be delivered to the resident by private duty personnel. b. Did not document the results of a risk assessment documenting the absence of tuberculosis in a communicable form. c. Did not provide orientation and training regarding the facility's policies and procedures related to the duties of private duty personnel.
  2. On 02/17/2026, Staff 1 confirmed a private duty aide provides services to Resident 7 and was unable to provide the documentation at the time of inspection.
Plan of correction
ASC educated on, and will ensure that all documentation is obtained from licensed home care or companion services for the private-duty person per regulations. ED will spot check and monitor for 60 days
22VAC40-73-640-A
Based on direct observation of the facility’s medication cart and staff interview, the facility failed to implement its medication management plan regarding methods to prevent the use and storage of unlabeled medication. 1. On 02/17/2026, at approximately 11:20 a.m., during a medication cart audit, the LI observed a blue pill planner box with medication that was not in a pharmacy-labeled container and was not labeled with any identifiable information. 2. A review of the facility’s medication management plan, under the section titled Administration of Medication, states: #7: “All medications shall remain in the pharmacy-issued container, with legible prescription label or direction label attached until administered.” #8: “Over-the-counter medications shall remain in the original container, labeled with the resident's name, or in the pharmacy container if unit dose packaging is used, until administered.” 3. Staff 1 and staff 3 acknowledged the LI’s findings. 4. Photo
Evidence
  1. was obtained.
Plan of correction
Not published by VDSS.
November 20, 2025Inspection1 violation
Inspection dates
11/20/2025
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 RESIDENT CARE AND RELATED SERVICES
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: 11/20/2025, 10:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left at the facility for each date of the inspection. A self-reported incident was received by VDSS Division of Licensing on 11/15/2025 regarding allegations in the area(s) of: Resident Care and Related Services. Number of residents present at the facility at the beginning of the inspection: 57 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: 0 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 0 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 3 Observations by licensing inspector: Lunch Additional Comments/Discussion: None An exit meeting will be conducted to review the inspection findings. The evidence gathered during the investigation supported the self-report of non-compliance with standard(s) or law, and violation(s) were issued. Any violation(s) not related to the self-report but identified during the course of the investigation can also 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. For more information about the VDSS Licensing Programs, please visit: www.dss.virginia.gov Should you have any questions, please contact Jacquelyn Kabiri, Licensing Inspector at (703) 397-3017 or by email at Jacquelyn.Kabiri@dss.virginia.gov
Violations
22VAC40-73-450-C
Based on record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure that the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) included a written description of the services to be provided to address identified needs, and, if applicable, other services and the persons responsible for providing them.
Evidence
  1. On 11/20/2025, the Licensing Inspector (LI) conducted an inspection based on the facility’s self-report dated 11/15/2025. Review of resident 1’s record showed that the ISP dated 10/21/2025 did not reflect or document the specifics of the reassessment of resident 1 to include the implementation of the 24-hour one-on-one private caregiver services that had been put in place to ensure safety and monitor behaviors on 11/15/2025.
  2. On 11/15/2025, staff 1 self-reported that resident 1 would be required to have 24-hour, one-on-one private caregiver services in place to ensure their safety and monitor their behavior.
  3. The ISP states, “Resident will be assisted to have optimal functioning and comfort around managing behavior.” The ISP does not specify that monitoring is required 24 hours a day, nor does it indicate that the monitoring is to be provided by a private caregiver.
  4. Staff 1 and Staff 2 confirmed that the ISP had not been updated to include detailed and specific instructions regarding the 24-hour one-on-one observation and did not identify who would be providing the care.
Plan of correction
RSC will ensure ISP is updated to address identified needs, services, and who will provide the services. ED will monitor that ISP is compliant to VDSS regulation.
November 10, 2025Inspection7 violations
Inspection dates
11/10/2025
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 PERSONNEL22VAC40-73 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 IMPAIRMENTS22VAC40-90 Background Checks for Assisted Living Facilities22VAC40-90 The Sworn Statement or Affirmation22VAC40-90 The Criminal History Record Report
Technical assistance
22VAC40-73-610. B1- Post weekly menus in a conspicuous place. 22VAC40-73-925.A. Resident rooms should be stocked with towels or paper towels, or an air dryer for washing/drying hands.
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: 11/10/2025, 10:30 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. 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: 57 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: 5 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 0 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 2 Observations by licensing inspector: Breakfast and activities Additional Comments/Discussion: None 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 Jacquelyn Kabiri, Licensing Inspector at (703) 397-3017 or by email at Jacquelyn.Kabiri@dss.virginia.gov
Violations
22VAC40-73-860-I
Based on direct observation, the facility failed to store cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials in a locked area.
Evidence
  1. During the facility tour on 11/10/2025 at approximately 11:29 a.m., the LI observed unlocked cleaning supplies in the kitchenette of the Harvest Glen neighborhood in the memory care facility.
  2. The following items were found in the unlocked cabinet: a. One clear spray bottle labeled Windex cleaner. b. One 32 oz spray bottle of Clorox multi-surface cleaner and bleach.
  3. Photo evidence obtained.
Plan of correction
Cleaning supplies were locked up immediately during inspection. ED or designee will complete daily checks on each neighborhood.
22VAC40-73-1140-B
Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure within four months of the starting date of employment direct care staff shall attend at least 10 hours of training in cognitive impairment.
Evidence
  1. On 11/10/2025, the LI completed a review of staff records at the memory care facility as part of the inspection process.
  2. Staff 2, hired on 01/10/2025, had no documentation of cognitive impairment training.
  3. Staff 3, hired on 07/06/2021, had no documentation of cognitive impairment training in the record.
  4. Staff 1 acknowledged that training records were not present in the staff files, and the staff trainings were not provided before the end of the inspection.
Plan of correction
ASC will ensure 10 hours of training is assigned and completed within 4months of hire. Executive Director will monitor and verify that training is assigned and completed
22VAC40-73-310-D
Based on record reviewed and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure the administrator provided written assurance to the resident that the facility had the appropriate license to meet the care needs at the time of admission.
Evidence
  1. On 11/10/2025, the Licensing Inspector (LI) reviewed the file for resident 3 and observed that although the file contained a copy of the written assurance, the document was not signed or dated by the resident, Power of Attorney (POA), or legal representative.
  2. Resident 3 was admitted to the memory care facility on 10/07/2025.
  3. Staff 1 and staff 2 acknowledged that it was not signed and dated.
Plan of correction
The marketing director will ensure written assurance is in the admission packets and the ED will follow up and check that written assurances are signed and dated by the POA/ RP.
22VAC40-73-860-D
Based on direct observation, the facility failed to ensure that all operable windows were effectively screened.
Evidence
  1. During the facility tour on 11/10/2025, the LI observed one operable window in the Cloverdale neighborhood, in the TV room, without a screen in place.
  2. Staff 1, who accompanied the LI during the tour, confirmed the missing screen and had the screen replaced in the window at that time.
  3. Photo evidence obtained.
Plan of correction
A staff member lowered the screen into place securely in place during inspection. ED or designee will complete daily checks that window screens are down and secure in place on all windows.
22VAC40-73-120-C
Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure orientation and training required in subsections 22VAC40-73-120-B and 22VAC40-73-120-C occurred within the first seven working days of employment. 22VAC40-73-120-C occurred within the first seven working days of employment.
Evidence
  1. On 11/10/2025, the LI reviewed staff 6’s record. Staff 6 was hired on 10/31/2025, and the record did not contain documentation showing that orientation and training required by 22VAC40-73-120(B) and 22VAC40-73-120(C) had been completed within the first seven working days.
  2. Staff 1 acknowledged that the training documents were not in the staff file and were not made available to the LI before the end of the inspection.
Plan of correction
ASC will ensure initial training is completed on new hires per regulation. Executive Director will check for compliance that initial training is completed
22VAC40-73-750-E
Based on observations made during a tour of the building, the facility failed to have sufficient bed and bath linens in good repair so that residents always have clean sheets and pillowcases.
Evidence
  1. The Licensing Inspector (LI) observed resident 7’s room and noted two bed pillows. a. One pillow had several small dark red-brown spots. b. The second pillow had one yellow-brown stain approximately half the size of the pillow.
  2. The LI observed resident 8’s room and noted two bed pillows, each with multiple small red-brown spots on the pillowcases.
  3. Photo evidence obtained.
Plan of correction
ED or designee will check and inspect that all bed linens and pillows are in good repair and discard and replace those in poor condition on each neighborhood.
22VAC40-73-240-F
Based on volunteer records and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure that all volunteers attended an orientation including information on their duties and responsibilities, resident rights, confidentiality, emergency procedures, infection control, the name of their supervisor, and reporting requirements. Volunteers should sign and date a statement that they have received and understand this information.
Evidence
  1. The facility provided a volunteer record for staff 5. The file did not contain verification of a training orientation; it included only a volunteer application.
  2. On 11/10/2025, the LI interviewed staff 1, who confirmed that the file only contained the application for staff 5.
Plan of correction
LEC will ensure orientation is provided to all volunteers per 22VAC40-73-240.F. Administrator or designee will follow up and verify that the orientation is provided and documented on all volunteers.
August 4, 2025Inspection0 violations
Inspection dates
08/04/2025
Areas reviewed
22VAC40-73 BUILDINGS AND GROUND22VAC40-73 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Comments
Type of inspection: Initial Date(s) of inspection and time the licensing inspector was on-site at the facility for each day of the inspection: 08/04/2025, 1:22 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 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: 58 The licensing inspector completed a tour of the physical plant that included the building and grounds of the facility. Number of resident records reviewed: 0 Number of staff records reviewed:0 Number of interviews conducted with residents: 0 Number of interviews conducted with staff: 1 Observations by licensing inspector: Activities Additional Comments/Discussion: None 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 should the facility be issued a license to operate. 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 Jacquelyn Kabiri, Licensing Inspector at (703) 397-3017 or by email at Jacquelyn.Kabiri@dss.virginia.gov
Violations
✅
No violations cited
The inspector documented no violation of standards at this inspection.