Brekenridge Retirement Center
Assisted Living & Independent Living · North Carolina, NC

Brekenridge Retirement Center

Assisted Living & Independent Living · North Carolina, NC

Overview of Brekenridge Retirement Center

Brekenridge Retirement Center is an independently owned and operated retirement center in Rocky Mount, NC. It offers both Independent Living and Assisted Living, ensuring residents can stay through all phases of care. The center focuses on creating a personalized, loving, and caring home for each resident.
(252) 443-5400
Bed community size
64-bed community Rank #216 / 390Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 216th out of 390 homes in North Carolina. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in North Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 1 / 100 Rank #537 / 572Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 537th out of 572 homes in North Carolina. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in North Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 271Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 271 homes in North Carolina. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 271. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in North Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the North Carolina average: 76.4%
Occupied beds
64 / 64
Average occupied beds in North Carolina homes 85 beds

License Details

StatusActive
CountyNash
License NumberHAL-064-004

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsEmergency call system in the bedroom and bathroom

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Two Living Areas
Open Dining Room
24 Hour Coffee Bar
Activity Room
Beauty Parlor
Facility Bus With Lift
ActivitiesActivities include aerobics, bingo, card games, and special music.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionMeals are served restaurant style three times a day.

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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 2015 · 11 years of data 38 deficiencies 17 inspections 0 penalties 12 inspections with deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2015 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at North Carolina average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (at NC avg)
5 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (17% below)
• Deficiencies per year (17% below)
• Total inspections (19% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (37% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (21% below)
Latest Inspection February 29, 2024 Annual Inspection

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. 3846 This facility has 17% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (38 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 17% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2015. 3.54.2 This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (3.5 vs. NC avg 4.2).↓ 17% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.22.2 This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the North Carolina average (2.2 vs. NC avg 2.2).— At avg

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1721 This facility has 19% fewer total inspections than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (17 vs. NC avg 21).↓ 19% better
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 1219 This facility has 37% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (12 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 37% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 71%90% This facility has 19 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (71% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 19% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on February 29, 2024, found one medication administration deficiency related to metolazone but no complaints or other issues.
  • The March 24, 2022 inspection documented two deficiencies including failure to provide supervision causing multiple falls with injuries and failure to administer a vasodilator medication as ordered.
  • Prior physical plant inspections from 2015 to 2019 revealed recurring fire safety, maintenance, and ventilation deficiencies that were not fully corrected in follow-up surveys.

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Overall Rating
3 / 5

Based on the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation surveys measuring health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

Ranked 40th (tied) of 138 homes in North Carolina See full North Carolina ranking
Division Of Health Service Rating
3/4

North Carolina average: 3 stars See full North Carolina ranking

Scores

DHSR Score
102.50 / 200

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

North Carolina average: 98 See full North Carolina ranking

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Address 5.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rocky Mount's city center to Brekenridge Retirement Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around North Carolina

The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.

Sunrise of Cary
AL
HC
MC
Cary (West Chatham Street)
85
Facility 85
NC AVG 72
Rank #135 / 390
Yes
34
Facility 34
NC AVG 33
Rank #271 / 572
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #208 / 246
A-
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #31 / 322
18
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #69 / 335
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace
AL
IL
MC
Cary (Woodland Terrace)
84
Facility 84
NC AVG 72
Rank #138 / 390
Yes
55
Facility 55
NC AVG 33
Rank #110 / 572
39.3%
Facility 39.3%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #211 / 246
-
95.75/200
Facility 95.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #210 / 322
19
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #239 / 335
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale South Charlotte
AL
MC
Charlotte (Wessex Square)
82
Facility 82
NC AVG 72
Rank #145 / 390
Yes
16
Facility 16
NC AVG 33
Rank #407 / 572
74.4%
Facility 74.4%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #122 / 246
A+
101.50/200
Facility 101.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #103 / 322
20
80%
Facility 80%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #169 / 335
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Brookdale Dickinson Avenue
AL
MC
Greenville
76
Facility 76
NC AVG 72
Rank #169 / 390
Yes
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 33
Rank #235 / 572
67.1%
Facility 67.1%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #150 / 246
A+
84.50/200
Facility 84.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #285 / 322
16
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #274 / 335
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Brekenridge Retirement Center
AL
IL
Rocky Mount
64
Facility 64
NC AVG 72
Rank #216 / 390
No
1
Facility 1
NC AVG 33
Rank #537 / 572
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #1 / 246
-
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #73 / 322
17
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #92 / 335
-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

Brekenridge Retirement Center is located in Rocky Mount, 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 Brekenridge Retirement Center

Is Brekenridge Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Brekenridge Retirement Center has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Brekenridge Retirement Center?

According to NC state health department records, Brekenridge Retirement Center's license number is HAL-064-004.

What is the occupancy rate at Brekenridge Retirement Center?

Brekenridge Retirement Center's occupancy is 100%.

How many beds does Brekenridge Retirement Center have?

Brekenridge Retirement Center has 64 beds.

Are there photos of Brekenridge Retirement Center?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Brekenridge Retirement Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brekenridge Retirement Center?

Brekenridge Retirement Center is located at 2500 Hunter Hill Road Rocky Mount, Nc 27804, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.

What is the phone number of Brekenridge Retirement Center?

(252) 443-5400 will put you in contact with the team at Brekenridge Retirement Center.

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