Atria Southpoint Walk
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Durham, NC

Atria Southpoint Walk

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Durham, NC

Overview of Atria Southpoint Walk

Atria Southpoint Walk is a retirement community catering to independent and assisted living needs. It is Just a short distance from Old West Durham and just minutes away from the Duke University Golf Club. Atria Southpoint Walk places a strong focus on residents’ well-being and connections.

Experience a fulfilling and satisfying lifestyle within the community and its inviting surroundings. This assisted living community prides itself on amenities that enhance residents’ lives. Residents can shape their days according to their preferences with chef-prepared meals, a modern fitness center, a cinematic theater, and an enjoyable game room.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 20 Rank #312 / 368Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 312th out of 368 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.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #70 / 508Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 70th out of 508 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.
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About this community

License Details

StatusActive
CountyDurham
License NumberHAL-032-131

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactDiane Morris, Manager, Corporate Paralegal (per state records, record updated Jul 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 data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
23 deficiencies 8 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (50% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (42% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (63% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (4% 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. 2346 This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (23 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 50% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.95.01 This facility has 42% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (2.9 vs. NC avg 5.01).↓ 42% 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. 821 This facility has had 62% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (8 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 62% 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. 88%92% This facility has 4 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (88% vs. NC avg 92%).↓ 4% better

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Division Of Health Service Rating
4/4

North Carolina average: 3 stars See full North Carolina ranking

Scores

DHSR Score
103.50 / 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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Room Sizes: 307 / 527 / 743 - 847 / 1,044 - 1,593 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Atria Southpoint Walk

Studio
2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom

Places of interest near Atria Southpoint Walk

Address 5.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Durham's city center to Atria Southpoint Walk's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Durham

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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Durham Ridge Assisted Living
AL
MC
Durham
142
Facility 142
NC AVG 70
Rank #12 / 368
No
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 35
Rank #220 / 508
83.1%
Facility 83.1%
NC AVG 69.5%
Rank #79 / 213
A+
86.50/200
Facility 86.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #277 / 321
19
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
Brookdale Durham
AL
MC
Durham (Northeast Durham)
119
Facility 119
NC AVG 70
Rank #39 / 368
Yes
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 35
Rank #439 / 508
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
NC AVG 69.5%
Rank #138 / 213
A+
87.00/200
Facility 87.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #275 / 321
19
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio
Carolina Reserve of Durham
AL
MC
Durham (Hope Valley Green)
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 70
Rank #214 / 368
Yes
48
Facility 48
NC AVG 35
Rank #158 / 508
23.3%
Facility 23.3%
NC AVG 69.5%
Rank #207 / 213
-
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #73 / 321
9
89%
Facility 89%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #71 / 333
Studio / 2 Bed
Brookdale Chapel Hill
AL
MC
Chapel Hill (Falconbridge)
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 70
Rank #298 / 368
Yes
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 35
Rank #244 / 508
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 69.5%
Rank #1 / 213
-
96.75/200
Facility 96.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #195 / 321
14
93%
Facility 93%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #117 / 333
Studio / Suite
Atria Southpoint Walk
AL
IL
RC
Durham (Crooked Creek)
20
Facility 20
NC AVG 70
Rank #312 / 368
Yes
59
Facility 59
NC AVG 35
Rank #70 / 508
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103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #31 / 321
8
88%
Facility 88%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #57 / 333
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

Atria Southpoint Walk is located in Durham, 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 Atria Southpoint Walk

What neighborhood is Atria Southpoint Walk in?

Atria Southpoint Walk is in the Crooked Creek neighborhood of Durham.

Is Atria Southpoint Walk in a walkable area?

Atria Southpoint Walk has a walk score of 59. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Atria Southpoint Walk?

According to NC state health department records, Atria Southpoint Walk's license number is HAL-032-131.

Are pets allowed at Atria Southpoint Walk?

Yes, Atria Southpoint Walk allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Atria Southpoint Walk have?

Atria Southpoint Walk has 20 beds.

How much does Atria Southpoint Walk cost per month?

Pricing at Atria Southpoint Walk starts at $5,895 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Has Atria Southpoint Walk had any deficiencies?

Atria Southpoint Walk has had 23 reported deficiencies according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

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