Total health inspections
1
North Carolina average 4
Last Health inspection on Nov 2024
Mix of rehab and long-term care
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Independent Living in Guilford County
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
River Landing At Sandy Ridge
Independent Living in Guilford County
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
River Landing At Sandy Ridge
River Landing at Sandy Ridge in Guilford County, Colfax, NC is a lively senior living community that offers a comfortable oasis for continuing care. The community offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, to ensure residents’ care needs are provided even as it evolves. Choose from eleven floor plans, ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedrooms, complete with walk-in closets, tile flooring, laundry closets, and modern appliances for a comfortable living space.
At River Landing at Sandy Ridge, residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with weekly housekeeping, bed linen service, and maintenance and repair services provided. Residents can freely pursue their passions, discover new interests or explore the joys of retirement. The community also offers a personalized program that focuses on residents’ whole person and provides opportunities that benefit their health and the community environment.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
116
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
82.9%
Residents per day (avg)
54
Occupancy rate
82.9%
Residents per day (avg)
54
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
48% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
50% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
10 - 11 months
Medicaid
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$53.0M
Surplus of revenue
$13.4M
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$53.0M
Surplus of revenue
$13.4M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$14.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$25.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$39.6M
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 750-2300 sq. ft
Housing Options: Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at River Landing At Sandy Ridge
Independent Living
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
1
North Carolina average 20.9
Citations per inspection
1
North Carolina average 4.99
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 1 citation resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 1.3
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 0.9
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
1 moderate citation
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Nov 21, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Nov 21, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Independent Living around Guilford County The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
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River Landing At Sandy Ridge
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Colfax (Colfax)
116
Yes
7
82.9%
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Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas
Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
Greensboro
-
Yes
13
-
A+
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Pennybyrn
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
High Point
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No
25
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A+
Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas
The Carillon
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Greensboro
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No
44
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A+
Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas
Living Spaces & Floor Plans
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
149
Employees
118
Contractors
31
Staff to resident ratio
2.57:1
39% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average ratio: 1.85:1
Avg staff/day
47
Average shift
7.8 hours
0% compared with North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
33,226
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
11
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
18
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
67
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
9.2%
3,053 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 9
Speech Language Pathologist: 7
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 67 | 0 | 67 | 17,215 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 4,496 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,973 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,546 | 87 | 96% | 8.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,376 | 67 | 74% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 916 | 76 | 84% | 6.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 908 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 591 | 62 | 68% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 558 | 74 | 81% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 9 | 9 | 494 | 67 | 74% | 5.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 492 | 62 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 434 | 66 | 73% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 401 | 63 | 69% | 5.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 368 | 34 | 37% | 9.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 248 | 31 | 34% | 8 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 3 | 3 | 94 | 14 | 15% | 5.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 76 | 14 | 15% | 5.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 50 | 10 | 11% | 5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 18 | 20% | 1.7 |
67 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
96%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
74%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
84%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
70%
2 Dietitian
% of Days
68%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
81%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
9 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
74%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
68%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days
60%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
73%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
69%
6 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
37%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
34%
3 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days
15%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
15%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
11%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
20%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
58 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
6 residents (10.3%)
Medicaid
8 residents (13.8%)
Private pay or other
44 residents (75.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
In line with North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 11.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
26.3
28% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 20.6
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.3%
In line with North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 17.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
23.3%
In line with North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 23.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
38.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
38.5%
80% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.0%
64% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
18% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
5.0%
90% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 2.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
21% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 7.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
88% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 4.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.4%
7% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 13.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
7% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 91.6%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
In line with North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 94.1%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.6%
13% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 79.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.7%
80% worse than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.9%
9% better than North Carolina averageNorth Carolina average: 78.1%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for River Landing At Sandy Ridge based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
82.9%
↑ 6.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
$13.4M
↑ ~$13.1M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$18.0M
↑ ~$1.7M vs 2022
Profit Margin
90.8%
↑ 88.4pp vs 2022
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