Graceful Living Assisted Living

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 and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 109 deficiencies 39 inspections 0 penalties 33 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (137% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (74% above)
1 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Inspection deficiency rate (6% 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. 10946 This facility has 137% more total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (109 vs. NC avg 46).↑ 137% 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. 3921 This facility has had 86% more total inspections than the North Carolina average (39 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 86% more
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 3319 This facility has 74% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (33 vs. NC avg 19).↑ 74% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 85%90% This facility has 5 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (85% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 5% better

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
96.50 / 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 0.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Carrboro's city center to Graceful Living Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. 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.
Hillside Nursing & Rehab
AL
NH
SNF
Wake Forest
130
Facility 130
NC AVG 72
Rank #23 / 387
No
19
Facility 19
NC AVG 36
Rank #384 / 536
88.3% ---3
33%
Facility 33%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #12 / 333
Private Rooms
Graceful Living Assisted Living
AL
Carrboro
120
Facility 120
NC AVG 72
Rank #35 / 387
No
65
Facility 65
NC AVG 36
Rank #43 / 536
48.3% -
96.50/200
Facility 96.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #196 / 321
39
85%
Facility 85%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #246 / 333
-
Brookdale Carriage Club Providence
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Charlotte (Olde Providence North)
77
Facility 77
NC AVG 72
Rank #165 / 387
Yes
12
Facility 12
NC AVG 36
Rank #440 / 536
-A+
98.75/200
Facility 98.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #167 / 321
15
80%
Facility 80%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #177 / 333
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Glenaire
AL
NH
IL
Cary
71
Facility 71
NC AVG 72
Rank #182 / 387
No
25
Facility 25
NC AVG 36
Rank #346 / 536
91.7% A+--3
33%
Facility 33%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #12 / 333
-
Carol Woods
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Chapel Hill (Carol Woods)
30
Facility 30
NC AVG 72
Rank #326 / 387
Yes
13
Facility 13
NC AVG 36
Rank #432 / 536
93.0% ---3
67%
Facility 67%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #65 / 333
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Frequently Asked Questions about Graceful Living Assisted Living

Is Graceful Living Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Graceful Living Assisted Living has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Graceful Living Assisted Living?

According to NC state health department records, Graceful Living Assisted Living's license number is HAL-068-037.

What is the occupancy rate at Graceful Living Assisted Living?

Graceful Living Assisted Living's occupancy is 48%.

Are pets allowed at Graceful Living Assisted Living?

No, Graceful Living Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Graceful Living Assisted Living have?

Graceful Living Assisted Living has 120 beds.

Has Graceful Living Assisted Living had any deficiencies?

Graceful Living Assisted Living has had 109 reported deficiencies since 2016 according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

What is the address of Graceful Living Assisted Living?

Graceful Living Assisted Living is located at 624 Jones Ferry Road Carrboro, Nc 27510, Carrboro, NC 27510.

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