Terrabella Lake Norman
Terrabella Lake Norman is a senior living community in Mooresville, North Carolina, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care on a single campus. That continuum matters for families planning ahead, because a resident whose needs change over time can often move between levels of care without leaving the community or the staff they know. The community is led by Executive Director Dee Medlin.
The two-story building holds 120 beds and includes a dedicated Special Care Unit for memory care residents. Housing options range from suites to one and two bedroom apartments, so couples and residents who want more room have real choices. The community currently runs at full occupancy, which speaks to steady local demand and is worth factoring into timing if you are beginning a search.
Daily life here centers on lifestyle programming built around residents’ interests, chef-prepared meals, and fitness and recreation options. Transportation services help residents get to appointments and errands, and pets are welcome, which is often a deciding factor for someone moving from a long-time home. An emergency alert system supports residents around the clock, and the apartment community and grounds are actively maintained.
State inspections by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation, have tended to focus on two areas: clinical documentation practices such as care plan completion, medication records, and admission health screening, along with building systems upkeep including fire safety components and ventilation. Follow-up surveys have confirmed corrections after cited items. Families touring the community may want to ask how care plans are reviewed and updated.
The address on Carriage Club Drive places the community about 3 miles from downtown Mooresville, with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital roughly the same distance away, a practical consideration for medical appointments and hospital stays. The surrounding neighborhood carries a walk score of 46, meaning a few errands are reachable on foot while most trips call for a car. The setting keeps the small-town character of Mooresville while staying close to the Lake Norman area and its access toward Charlotte.
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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.
Inspection Scorecard
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 2014 vs. North Carolina state average• Total deficiencies (76% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (32% above) 1 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Inspection deficiency rate (8% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 81 | 46 | This facility has 76% more total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (81 vs. NC avg 46).↑ 76% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 30 | 21 | This facility has had 43% more total inspections than the North Carolina average (30 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 43% more |
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Inspections with deficiencies
| 25 | 19 | This facility has 32% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (25 vs. NC avg 19).↑ 32% worse |
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Inspection deficiency rate
| 83% | 90% | This facility has 7 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (83% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 7% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 276 / 552 / 918 sq. ft
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
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3.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Mooresville's city center to Terrabella Lake Norman's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.53 miles to nearest hospital (Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital)
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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.
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Facility
125
NC AVG
72
Rank
#29 / 388 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
NC AVG
33
Rank
#395 / 573 | - | - | 107.00/200
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107.00/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#2 / 321 | 15 | 67%
Facility
67%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#68 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Terrabella Lake Norman | AL IL MC | Mooresville | 120
Facility
120
NC AVG
72
Rank
#36 / 388 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
NC AVG
33
Rank
#186 / 573 | 100.0% | C+ | 96.00/200
Facility
96.00/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#205 / 321 | 30 | 83%
Facility
83%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#219 / 333 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Summit Place of South Park | AL MC | Charlotte (Barclay Downs) | 120
Facility
120
NC AVG
72
Rank
#36 / 388 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
NC AVG
33
Rank
#261 / 573 | - | - | 101.50/200
Facility
101.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#103 / 321 | 26 | 69%
Facility
69%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#81 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| Brookdale Carriage Club Providence | AL IL MC NH SNF | Charlotte (Olde Providence North) | 77
Facility
77
NC AVG
72
Rank
#166 / 388 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
NC AVG
33
Rank
#441 / 573 | - | A+ | 98.75/200
Facility
98.75/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#167 / 321 | 15 | 80%
Facility
80%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#168 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| The Sharon at SouthPark | AL IL MC NH SNF | Charlotte (Beverly Woods) | 19
Facility
19
NC AVG
72
Rank
#334 / 388 | Yes |
49
Facility
49
NC AVG
33
Rank
#162 / 573 | 25.3% | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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Terrabella Lake Norman is located in Mooresville, North Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Terrabella Lake Norman
Is Terrabella Lake Norman in a walkable area?
Terrabella Lake Norman has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Terrabella Lake Norman?
According to NC state health department records, Terrabella Lake Norman's license number is HAL-049-035.
What is the occupancy rate at Terrabella Lake Norman?
Terrabella Lake Norman's occupancy is 100%.
Are pets allowed at Terrabella Lake Norman?
Yes, Terrabella Lake Norman allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Terrabella Lake Norman have?
Terrabella Lake Norman has 120 beds.
Has Terrabella Lake Norman had any deficiencies?
Terrabella Lake Norman has had 81 reported deficiencies since 2014 according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).
Are there photos of Terrabella Lake Norman?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Terrabella Lake Norman in the photo gallery on this page.
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