Deerfield Ridge
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Boone, NC

Deerfield Ridge

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Boone, NC

Overview of Deerfield Ridge

Experience an exceptional stay with Deerfield Ridge located in Boone, NC. This prominent senior living community offers assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from a wide array of cozy and spacious accommodations ranging from private studios to shared suites. With its expert and compassionate team, this community offers a cutting-edge memory care program named Pathways to Discovery that is thoughtfully designed for those with cognitive conditions. This community also renders an emergency response system and 24/7 personalized care services.

With its excellent amenities and services, residents can enjoy delectable meals and snacks daily, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Engage in diverse social activities and community events. At Deerfield Ridge, seniors can surely achieve an empowering retirement.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 96 Rank #89 / 387Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 387 homes we track in North Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other North Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in North Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
21 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #476 / 536Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 476th out of 536 homes we track in North Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across North Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in North Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
7 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #219 / 232Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 219th out of 232 homes we track in North Carolina for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 232. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in North Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
28% This home usually has availability
Lower than the North Carolina average: 76.4%
Occupied beds
27 / 96

About this community

License Details

StatusActive
CountyWatauga
License NumberHAL-095-009

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactJulia Steingass, Director of Corporate Compliance (per state records, record updated Aug 2026)

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Inspection History

In North Carolina, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation conducts unannounced surveys to ensure nursing and adult care homes meet safety standards.

Since 2016 · 10 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 27 deficiencies 7 inspections 0 penalties 15 inspections with deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the North Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2016 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average 1 Worse Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Inspection deficiency rate (9% above)
3 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (41% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (22% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (63% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2746 This facility has 41% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (27 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 41% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.95.01 This facility has 22% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (3.9 vs. NC avg 5.01).↓ 22% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 721 This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (7 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 719 This facility has 63% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (7 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 63% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 100%92% This facility has 8 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (100% vs. NC avg 92%).↑ 8% worse

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Division Of Health Service Rating
3/4

North Carolina average: 3 stars See full North Carolina ranking

Scores

DHSR Score
96.50 / 200

Quality score (0-200). Higher scores indicate better performance in inspections and compliance.

North Carolina average: 98 See full North Carolina ranking

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Deerfield Ridge

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Address 3.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Boone's city center to Deerfield Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
NC DHSR Star Rating (0–4 stars). Issued by North Carolina's Division of Health Service Regulation based on annual facility inspections. Stars reflect overall compliance with state health and safety rules - 4 stars requires scores of 100+ on two consecutive annual inspections. Ratings can change between inspections if new violations or licensure actions occur.
DHSR Quality Score (/200). Each annual inspection starts at a base of 100 points. Facilities earn demerit points for violations and citations, and merit points for correcting issues, maintaining resident/family councils, sprinkler systems, and other quality programs. The "/200" display reflects the two most recent annual inspections combined - giving a longer-term view of compliance trends rather than a single snapshot.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Brookdale Bristol
AL
Bristol125No 15 71.2% --1258%Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Deerfield Ridge
AL
MC
Boone
96
Facility 96
NC AVG 72
Rank #89 / 387
Yes
7
Facility 7
NC AVG 36
Rank #476 / 536
28.1%
Facility 28.1%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #219 / 232
96.50/200
Facility 96.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #196 / 321
7
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / Suite
Brookdale Lenoir
AL
Lenoir (Powell Road Northeast)
82
Facility 82
NC AVG 72
Rank #142 / 387
Yes
28
Facility 28
NC AVG 36
Rank #328 / 536
-
91.50/200
Facility 91.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #252 / 321
10
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / Suite

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

Deerfield Ridge is located in Boone, North Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Carolina.

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Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults

NC Medicaid CAP/DA

Age 65+ or disabled
General North Carolina resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NC

High demand; waitlists common in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

North Carolina Senior Care Options

NC SCO (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General North Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

North Carolina PACE (e.g., PACE of the Triad)

Age 55+
General NC resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
NC

Available in 10+ counties (e.g., Guilford, Wake); multiple providers (e.g., PACE of the Southern Piedmont).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

In-Home Aide Services

North Carolina In-Home Aide Services

Age 60+
General NC resident, unable to perform 1+ ADL, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NC

Family can be aides; varies by county funding.

Benefits
Personal care (5-20 hours/week) Meal prep Respite (~5 days/year) Errands

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

North Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NC resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NC

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

North Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NC

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Urgent Repair Program (URP)

North Carolina Urgent Repair Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General NC resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$30,258/year 50% AMI, varies by county
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; home value considered.
NC

Forgivable at $2,000/year; statewide via local partners.

Benefits
Repairs (~$8,000-$12,000 avg.) for safety (e.g., roofs, heating, accessibility)

State/County Special Assistance (SA)

North Carolina Special Assistance

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General NC resident, in licensed adult care home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (individual, 100% FPL); varies by facility rate.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
NC

Covers assisted living; counties supplement state funds.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,200-$1,500/month) for room/board; Medicaid covers care services

Frequently Asked Questions about Deerfield Ridge

Is Deerfield Ridge in a walkable area?

Deerfield Ridge has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Deerfield Ridge?

According to NC state health department records, Deerfield Ridge's license number is HAL-095-009.

What is the occupancy rate at Deerfield Ridge?

Deerfield Ridge's occupancy is 28%.

How long has Deerfield Ridge been in business?

Deerfield Ridge has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Deerfield Ridge?

Yes, Deerfield Ridge allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Deerfield Ridge have?

Deerfield Ridge has 96 beds.

Has Deerfield Ridge had any deficiencies?

Deerfield Ridge has had 27 reported deficiencies according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

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