BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC.
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Bridgewater Home, Inc. has a Trust Grade of C+, indicating that it is slightly above average but not exceptional. It ranks #125 out of 285 nursing homes in Virginia, placing it in the top half of the state, and #2 out of 2 in Rockingham County, meaning there is only one other option available locally. The facility's trend is worsening, with issues increasing from 7 in 2019 to 9 in 2022, highlighting some concerns. On the positive side, staffing is rated 4 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 40%, which is better than the state average, indicating that many staff members stay long-term, fostering familiarity with residents. However, there have been concerning findings, such as a lack of a qualified activities professional for over two years and instances where residents were administered psychotropic medications without proper oversight or documentation, raising questions about care quality.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Virginia
- #125/285
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% turnover. Near Virginia's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Virginia facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 37 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Virginia. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 23 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (40%)
8 points below Virginia average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Virginia average (3.0)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
Near Virginia avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 23 deficiencies on record
Jan 2022
9 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interview, clinical record review, and in the course of a complaint investigation, the facility staff failed to d...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to perform quality control checks for a glucometer (a device to measure blood sugar) on one of 6 units, [...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on family interview, staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to perform routine skin assessm...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to provide appro...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interview, and review of facility documents, the facility failed to maintain acceptable p...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview and facility document review, the facility staff failed to ensure an open bottle of liquid Ativan (an anti-anxiety medication) was dated when opened, on one of 6 ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review and staff interview, the facility staff failed to maintain a complete and accurate clinical reco...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0680
(Tag F0680)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on staff interview, clinical record review and complaint investigation, the facility staff failed to employ a qualified activity professional for the facility. For two years, the facility had no...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review and staff interview, the facility staff failed to ensure 2 of 26 residents in the survey sample ...
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Oct 2019
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to ensure an acc...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interview, and clinical record review, facility staff failed to ensure a hand positioning device and...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Dental Services
(Tag F0791)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to provide routi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0909
(Tag F0909)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, facility document review, staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to perform...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0700
(Tag F0700)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, facility document review, staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to attempt...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4. Resident #25 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, Alzheimer's D...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4. Resident #25 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, Alzheimer's D...
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Aug 2018
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview, and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to ensure nail ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interview, and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to ensure acceptable parameters of ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interview, clinical record review and facility document review, facility staff failed to follow infe...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on resident council interview, resident interview, staff interview and auditory observation, the facility staff failed to ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interview, and facility document review, facility staff failed to ensure medication refrigerator tem...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Antibiotic Stewardship
(Tag F0881)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, staff interview, and facility document review, facility staff failed to ensure an antibiotic stewardship program for the facility.
Facility staff failed to have protocols in plac...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility staff failed to ensure nurse staffing information was posted on a daily basis, at the beginning of each shift in prominent place, readily accessi...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Virginia facilities.
- • 40% turnover. Below Virginia's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 23 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Bridgewater Home , Inc.'s CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC. an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Virginia, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Bridgewater Home , Inc. Staffed?
CMS rates BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC.'s staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the Virginia average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Bridgewater Home , Inc.?
State health inspectors documented 23 deficiencies at BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC. during 2018 to 2022. These included: 22 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Bridgewater Home , Inc.?
BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC. is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 127 certified beds and approximately 121 residents (about 95% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in BRIDGEWATER, Virginia.
How Does Bridgewater Home , Inc. Compare to Other Virginia Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Virginia, BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC.'s overall rating (3 stars) is below the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (40%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Bridgewater Home , Inc.?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Bridgewater Home , Inc. Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC. has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 3-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Virginia. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Bridgewater Home , Inc. Stick Around?
BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC. has a staff turnover rate of 40%, which is about average for Virginia nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Bridgewater Home , Inc. Ever Fined?
BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC. has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Bridgewater Home , Inc. on Any Federal Watch List?
BRIDGEWATER HOME , INC. is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.