nursing home in Winchester, VA

Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury

300 Westminster Canterbury Dr, Winchester, VA 22603 · (540) 665-0156

★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★4

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury at a glance

Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury is a 51-bed non-profit nursing home in Winchester, Virginia (Frederick County).

CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Virginia average of 3.

Residents receive about 5.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (May 1, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Virginia average is 14.4.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 25% per year (state average 48.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
51
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
January 14, 1987
Continuing care retirement community
Yes
Resident/family council
Both
County
Frederick County
CMS Certification Number
495165

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityVirginia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.4 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.9 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility5.65 hrsVirginia average3.76 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Virginia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityVirginia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)5.65 hrs3.76 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.63 hrs0.69 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.51 hrs2.07 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)5.14 hrs3.29 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)25%48.1%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)40%48.2%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility3Virginia average14U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Virginia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityVirginia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)3149Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)043Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)50122.380.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Virginia average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Virginia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityVirginia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$23,688$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityVirginia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds51113107
Average residents per day449986
Occupancy86.5%87.9%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.5%Virginia average3.6%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Virginia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityVirginia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)3.5%3.6%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.3%4.7%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)7.1%14.2%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.7%1.6%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%0.4%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)27.1%14.9%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)29.9%15.6%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.7%5.4%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0%18.7%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.1%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)23.1%20.6%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)31.9%21.8%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%94%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%90.9%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility1.8%Virginia average1.3%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Virginia and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityVirginia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.8%1.3%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)98.4%73.6%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%73.7%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
May 1, 2026
Fire safety
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2026
May 1, 2026
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2026
May 1, 2026
Standard
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 29, 2026
May 1, 2026
Standard
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 29, 2026
May 1, 2026
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2026
March 23, 2023
Fire safety
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 13, 2023
March 23, 2023
Fire safety
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 5, 2023
March 23, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 5, 2023
September 23, 2021
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 4, 2021
September 23, 2021
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 4, 2021
September 23, 2021
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 4, 2021
September 23, 2021
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 4, 2021
September 23, 2021
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 22, 2021
September 23, 2021
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 22, 2021
September 23, 2021
Standard
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 22, 2021
September 23, 2021
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 22, 2021
September 23, 2021
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 22, 2021
September 23, 2021
Standard
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 22, 2021
September 23, 2021
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 22, 2021

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
HEISHMANN, ANDREW
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/13/2024
PATTERSON, PAIGE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/29/2022
SHILEY, GLORIA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2008
THOMAS, MICHELLE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/21/2005
WERNECKE, DUANE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/03/2012
HEISHMANN, ANDREW
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE02/13/2024
THOMAS, MICHELLE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE03/21/2005
SHILEY, GLORIA
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2008
WERNECKE, DUANE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/03/2012
HEISHMANN, ANDREW
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/13/2024
PATTERSON, PAIGE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/29/2022
SHILEY, GLORIA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2008
THOMAS, MICHELLE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/21/2005
WERNECKE, DUANE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/03/2012

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Frequently asked questions

What is Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury's rating?

Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Virginia nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Virginia average of 14.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury?

It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury and how do I contact it?

Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury is at 300 Westminster Canterbury Dr, Winchester, VA 22603. Phone: (540) 665-0156.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.