Brookdale Hickory Northeast
Brookdale Hickory Northeast
Committed to enhancing seniors independence while offering personalized care as needed, Brookdale Hickory Northeast is a remarkable senior living community in Hickory, North Carolina, offering personalized assisted living care in a cozy setting. Conveniently located near shopping, banks, and healthcare facilities, our community ensures residents receive attentive service and enjoy a worry-free lifestyle. A dedicated team is available around the clock for emergencies, providing peace of mind to residents and their families.
From assistance with daily tasks like dressing and medication management to organizing engaging activities such as fitness classes, bingo, and shopping trips, the community fosters an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Residents relish delicious, chef-prepared meals in our elegant dining room, where their preferences shape the weekly menus, ensuring every dining experience is enjoyable and satisfying. With amenities like an emergency alert system, pet-friendly environment, and convenient transportation services, residents live a comfortable and convenient life.
88-bed community Rank #126 / 390Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 126th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 31 / 100 Rank #294 / 572Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 294th 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.
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About this community
StatusActive
CountyCatawba
License NumberHAL-018-016
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactImari Littman, Executive Director (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
HousekeepingYes
Pet Friendly
Transportation
Library
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Private Dining Room
Arts & Crafts Studio
Game Room
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Piano
ActivitiesDaily activities include fitness classes, bingo, devotional services, spa days, and shopping trips
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT
Starting Price$2,915 per month
Food DescriptionHealthy and delicious restaurant-style dining with plenty of menu options.
Brookdale Hickory Northeast – Menu
Download Menu PDFInspection 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
45 deficiencies
18 inspections
0 penalties
13 inspections with deficiencies
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 2016 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (14% above) 4 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (2% below)
• Deficiencies per year (2% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (32% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (20% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (14% above) 4 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (2% below)
• Deficiencies per year (2% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (32% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (20% below)
Latest Inspection
April 30, 2025
Annual Inspection
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 45 | 46 | This facility has 2% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (45 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 2% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2016.
| 4.5 | 4.6 | This facility has 2% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (4.5 vs. NC avg 4.6).↓ 2% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.5 | 2.2 | This facility has 14% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (2.5 vs. NC avg 2.2).↑ 14% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 18 | 21 | This facility has had 14% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (18 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 14% fewer |
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Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 13 | 19 | This facility has 32% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (13 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 32% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 72% | 90% | This facility has 18 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (72% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 18% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- April 30, 2025 annual inspection found two deficiencies: one resident missing tuberculosis testing and inaccurate prednisone medication documentation.
- October 22, 2024 follow-up survey cited three deficiencies in emergency fire alarm system, electrical emergency lighting, and mechanical equipment safety.
- Multiple prior inspections from 2016 to 2019 repeatedly found fire safety issues including missing sprinkler heads, smoke barrier doors lacking vision panels, and emergency exit sign failures.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Studio
1
Suite
1
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Hickory Northeast
Studio
Studio
Studio
Suite
Studio
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3.5 miles from city center
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The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
| Brookdale Hickory Northeast | AL | Hickory (16Th Street Northeast) | 88
Facility
88
NC AVG
72
Rank
#126 / 390 | Yes |
31
Facility
31
NC AVG
33
Rank
#294 / 572 | A+ | 98.50/200
Facility
98.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#168 / 321 | 18 | 72.2%
Facility
72.2%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#105 / 333 | Studio / Suite | |
| Springs of Catawba | AL MC RC | Hickory | 66
Facility
66
NC AVG
72
Rank
#201 / 390 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
NC AVG
33
Rank
#360 / 572 | A+ | 102.50/200
Facility
102.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#73 / 321 | 24 | 70.8%
Facility
70.8%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#94 / 333 | - | |
| Brookdale Falling Creek | AL | Hickory | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#233 / 390 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
NC AVG
33
Rank
#424 / 572 | - | 106.50/200
Facility
106.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#3 / 321 | 16 | 62.5%
Facility
62.5%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#53 / 333 | Suite | |
| Kingston Residence of Hickory | AL IL RC | Hickory | - | Yes |
62
Facility
62
NC AVG
33
Rank
#58 / 572 | - | - | - | - | - | Studio |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Hickory Northeast
What neighborhood is Brookdale Hickory Northeast in?
Brookdale Hickory Northeast is in the 16th Street Northeast neighborhood of Hickory.
Is Brookdale Hickory Northeast in a walkable area?
Brookdale Hickory Northeast has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Brookdale Hickory Northeast?
According to NC state health department records, Brookdale Hickory Northeast's license number is HAL-018-016.
Does Brookdale Hickory Northeast have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Hickory Northeast on this page.
Are pets allowed at Brookdale Hickory Northeast?
Yes, Brookdale Hickory Northeast allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Brookdale Hickory Northeast have?
Brookdale Hickory Northeast has 88 beds.
Are there photos of Brookdale Hickory Northeast?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Brookdale Hickory Northeast in the photo gallery on this page.
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