Brookdale Chapel Hill
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Chapel Hill, NC

Brookdale Chapel Hill

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Chapel Hill, NC

Overview of Brookdale Chapel Hill

Burrowed in the peaceful neighborhood of Chapel Hill, North Carolina neighborhood, Brookdale Chapel Hill is a supportive senior living community offering memory care. The community provides a secure and comfortable environment where residents receive personalized assistance with daily activities. With trained dementia care staff available 24/7, we ensure a supportive atmosphere tailored to individual needs. Our tailored approach includes the Clare Bridge program for mid to late stages of dementia and the Solace program for advanced stages, offering compassionate care and consistent support.

Residents at Brookdale Chapel Hill enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with a full calendar of engaging activities designed to enhance cognitive function and overall well-being. From therapeutic pet visits and courtyard strolls to games in the cozy living room, our activities aim to support each resident’s abilities and encourage meaningful experiences. Located near downtown Chapel Hill and the Research Triangle, our community offers convenient access to local attractions, allowing residents and their families to explore cultural and recreational opportunities in the area.

Bed community size
38-bed community Rank #319 / 390Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 319th 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: 35 / 100 Rank #260 / 572Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 260th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

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
38 / 38
Average occupied beds in North Carolina homes 85 beds

License Details

StatusActive
CountyDurham
License NumberHAL-032-019

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactIwona Hughes, Executive Director

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Library
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Private Dining Room
Game Room
Landscaped Grounds
Snack Shop
Piano
Activities
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$6,710 per month
Memory Care$13,475 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining experiences with healthy, delicious meals featuring seasonal ingredients.
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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 62 deficiencies 30 inspections 0 penalties 26 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 2015 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average 4 Worse Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (35% above)
• Deficiencies per year (33% above)
• Total inspections (43% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (37% above)
2 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (5% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (3% below)
Latest Inspection August 27, 2025 Follow Up

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. 6246 This facility has 35% more total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (62 vs. NC avg 46).↑ 35% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2015. 5.64.2 This facility has 33% more deficiencies per year than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (5.6 vs. NC avg 4.2).↑ 33% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.12.2 This facility has 5% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (2.1 vs. NC avg 2.2).↓ 5% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 3021 This facility has 43% more total inspections than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (30 vs. NC avg 21).↑ 43% worse
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 2619 This facility has 37% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (26 vs. NC avg 19).↑ 37% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 87%90% This facility has 3 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (87% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 3% better

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

  • The August 27, 2025 follow-up found two medication administration failures due to lack of medication reorder and unclear staff responsibilities without a Responsible Care Coordinator.
  • The May 30, 2025 annual inspection cited nine deficiencies including unsecured oxygen cylinders, untrained medication aides, failure to notify mental health providers, incomplete medication administration, and unreported resident fall causing injury.
  • Construction-related deficiencies persisted as of June 2, 2025 with unsafe outside premises including detached roofing shingles, continuing a pattern of physical plant maintenance issues since at least 2019.

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
96.75 / 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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Room Sizes: 360 / 442 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 3.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chapel Hill's city center to Brookdale Chapel Hill's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.64 miles to nearest hospital (UNC Hospitals)

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

Eno Pointe Assisted Living
AL
NC
Durham (North Roxboro Street)
147
Facility 147
NC AVG 72
Rank #13 / 390
No
11
Facility 11
NC AVG 33
Rank #449 / 572
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #128 / 246
-
99.50/200
Facility 99.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #145 / 322
25
92%
Facility 92%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #307 / 335
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
The Addison
AL
MC
Durham
120
Facility 120
NC AVG 72
Rank #36 / 390
Yes
22
Facility 22
NC AVG 33
Rank #360 / 572
47.5%
Facility 47.5%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #197 / 246
-
84.50/200
Facility 84.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #285 / 322
26
88.5%
Facility 88.5%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #281 / 335
Suite / 1 Bed
Brookdale Durham
AL
MC
Durham (Northeast Durham)
119
Facility 119
NC AVG 72
Rank #49 / 390
Yes
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 33
Rank #462 / 572
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #167 / 246
A+
87.00/200
Facility 87.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #276 / 322
38
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #311 / 335
Studio
Carolina Reserve of Durham
AL
MC
Durham (Hope Valley Green)
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 72
Rank #233 / 390
No
48
Facility 48
NC AVG 33
Rank #167 / 572
23.3%
Facility 23.3%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #240 / 246
-
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #73 / 322
22
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #146 / 335
Studio / 2 Bed
Brookdale Chapel Hill
AL
MC
Chapel Hill (Falconbridge)
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 72
Rank #319 / 390
No
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 33
Rank #260 / 572
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #1 / 246
-
96.75/200
Facility 96.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #195 / 322
30
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #266 / 335
Studio / Suite

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

Brookdale Chapel Hill is located in Chapel Hill, 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 Brookdale Chapel Hill

What neighborhood is Brookdale Chapel Hill in?

Brookdale Chapel Hill is in the Falconbridge neighborhood of Chapel Hill.

Is Brookdale Chapel Hill in a walkable area?

Brookdale Chapel Hill has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Brookdale Chapel Hill?

According to NC state health department records, Brookdale Chapel Hill's license number is HAL-032-019.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Chapel Hill?

Brookdale Chapel Hill's occupancy is 100%.

Does Brookdale Chapel Hill have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Chapel Hill on this page.

How many beds does Brookdale Chapel Hill have?

Brookdale Chapel Hill has 38 beds.

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