Cherrydale Health & Rehabilitation Center
3710 Lee Highway · Arlington, VA · 22207 · 7032437640
210 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Lifeworks Rehab
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.52 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.49 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.06 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 58% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $18,066 |
Inspection citations (77 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E November 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Environmental
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 24, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 24, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected June 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected June 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected July 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected June 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| April 24, 2025 | Fine | $18,066 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 495121 · certified since April 29, 1980. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.