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Brookstone Retirement Center
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Lexington, NC

Brookstone Retirement Center

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Lexington, NC
2968 Old Salisbury Road Lexington, Nc 27295, Lexington, NC 27295 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Brookstone Retirement Center

Brookstone Retirement Center is a 115-bed community on Old Salisbury Road in Lexington, North Carolina, licensed for both assisted living and memory care. The surrounding area scores a 73 for walkability, so most errands sit within a short walk of the front door. Family stopping by can generally get where they need to go on foot.

Clinical support runs around the clock. A registered nurse and a physician both work on-site, and residents reach physical, occupational, and speech therapy without arranging outside trips. Home health care and rehabilitation services are available here too, and medication monitoring stays in-house rather than falling to an outside pharmacy alone.

Memory care carries real weight at this community. Brookstone runs an Alzheimer’s Special Care Unit built specifically for residents living with dementia. A family choosing between straightforward assisted living and a dementia setting can find both options in one building.

The activity calendar keeps a regular pace. Residents quilt, take craft classes, and head out on group excursions beyond the property. Inside, there is a salon and barber, housekeeping and laundry, scheduled transportation, and a multi-jet whirlpool bath. Religious services happen on-site for anyone who wants to attend.

Across its inspection record, North Carolina regulators have looked at medication management, staffing and credentials, dietary and food service, and fall and injury prevention. Those four areas frame what the state has examined at this community over the years. They belong in any honest read of the place alongside its care offerings and setting.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 115 Rank #45 / 368Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #18 / 508Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th 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.
73 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #205 / 213Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 205th out of 213 homes we track in North Carolina for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 213. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
24.3% This home usually has availability
Lower than the North Carolina average: 69.5%
Occupied beds
28 / 115

About this community

License Details

StatusActive
CountyDavidson
License NumberHAL-029-014

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Transportation
Cable Tv
Salon
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities
Religious Services
Whirlpool
Activitiesquilting, craft classes, group excursions
Specific ProgramsAlzheimer's Special Care Unit, Activities & Amenities
Religious Services
Operating HoursMon-Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sat: Closed; Sun: Closed; Facility Open 24/7/365

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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 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. 55 deficiencies 8 inspections 0 penalties 17 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 3 Worse Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (20% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (38% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (9% above) 1 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Inspections with deficiencies (58% 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. 5546 This facility has 20% more total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (55 vs. NC avg 46).↑ 20% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 6.95.01 This facility has 38% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (6.9 vs. NC avg 5.01).↑ 38% worse

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. 819 This facility has 58% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (8 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 58% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 100%92% This facility has 8 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (100% vs. NC avg 92%).↑ 8% worse
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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Overall Rating
4 / 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 9th (tied) of 138 homes in North Carolina See full North Carolina ranking
Division Of Health Service Rating
4/4

North Carolina average: 3 stars See full North Carolina ranking

Scores

DHSR Score
102.00 / 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 0.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lexington's city center to Brookstone Retirement Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-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.
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.
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.
Brookstone Retirement Center
AL
MC
Lexington
115
Facility 115
NC AVG 70
Rank #45 / 368
No
73
Facility 73
NC AVG 35
Rank #18 / 508
24.3%
Facility 24.3%
NC AVG 69.5%
Rank #205 / 213
102.00/200
Facility 102.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #96 / 321
8
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
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Brookdale Lexington
AL
MC
Lexington (South Cecil)
76
Facility 76
NC AVG 70
Rank #150 / 368
Yes
33
Facility 33
NC AVG 35
Rank #264 / 508
28.9%
Facility 28.9%
NC AVG 69.5%
Rank #196 / 213
89.25/200
Facility 89.25/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #266 / 321
14
93%
Facility 93%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #117 / 333
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

Brookstone Retirement Center is located in Lexington, 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 Brookstone Retirement Center

Is Brookstone Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Brookstone Retirement Center has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Brookstone Retirement Center?

According to NC state health department records, Brookstone Retirement Center's license number is HAL-029-014.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookstone Retirement Center?

Brookstone Retirement Center's occupancy is 24.3%.

Are pets allowed at Brookstone Retirement Center?

No, Brookstone Retirement Center has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Brookstone Retirement Center have?

Brookstone Retirement Center has 115 beds.

Has Brookstone Retirement Center had any deficiencies?

Brookstone Retirement Center has had 55 reported deficiencies according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

What is the address of Brookstone Retirement Center?

Brookstone Retirement Center is located at 2968 Old Salisbury Road Lexington, Nc 27295, Lexington, NC 27295.

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