Livewell at Midenhall Way
Assisted Living, Home Care & Memory Care · Cary, NC

Livewell at Midenhall Way

Assisted Living, Home Care & Memory Care · Cary, NC

Overview of Livewell at Midenhall Way

Located near UNC REX Hospital in Cary, North Carolina, this assisted living and memory care community serves up to six residents in a single-story home. Its small size supports a highly personalized environment, and all available beds are currently occupied. Care ranges from assistance with daily living to end-of-life support, with staff trained in wander-management procedures for residents who may be at risk of leaving the home unsupervised.

Older adults receive help with medication administration, incontinence care, and transportation to medical appointments. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants are available around the clock, maintaining a staff-to-resident ratio of one caregiver for every three residents. The organization also provides in-home care services for individuals who wish to remain in a private residence.

Meals are prepared to accommodate individual dietary needs, including vegetarian, diabetic, and gluten-free preferences. Residents also have access to housekeeping, laundry, transportation, religious services, a chapel, a spa, and a live-in care program.

Inspection reports from North Carolina’s Division of Health Service Regulation have cited findings related to resident supervision practices and the timing of meal service during one review. No additional concerns involving food preparation or nutrition were identified.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 6 Rank #335 / 387Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 335th out of 387 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #220 / 536Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 220th out of 536 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.
41 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited. Rank #1 / 232Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 232 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 232. 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.
100% This home is often near full
Higher than the North Carolina average: 76.4%
Occupied beds
6 / 6

About this community

License Details

StatusActive
CountyWake
License NumberFCL-092-305
CertificationsLicensed, Accredited

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 1:3

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa
Chapel
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Wellness Program
Branded ProgramsLive-In Care Program
Religious Services

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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 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 3 deficiencies 2 inspections 2 penalties $16.5K fined 4 inspections with deficiencies
  • 2022-10-31 $16,000 Not Paid - Refered to Controller's Office
  • 2024-02-09 $500 Paid in Full

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 2023 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average 1 Worse Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Inspection deficiency rate (9% above)
3 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (93% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (70% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (89% 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. 346 This facility has 93% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (3 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 93% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.55.01 This facility has 70% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (1.5 vs. NC avg 5.01).↓ 70% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 221 This facility has had 90% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (2 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 90% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 219 This facility has 89% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (2 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 89% 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

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
93.00 / 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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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Staff to Resident Ratio: 1:3

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Private Rooms
Private Rooms
Private Rooms
1 / 4
Private Rooms

Places of interest near Livewell at Midenhall Way

Address 3.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cary's city center to Livewell at Midenhall Way's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.02 miles to nearest hospital (UNC REX Hospital)

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Heartfields at Cary
AL
MC
Cary
97
Facility 97
NC AVG 72
Rank #88 / 387
Yes
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 36
Rank #72 / 536
79.4%
Facility 79.4%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #106 / 232
-
97.50/200
Facility 97.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #185 / 321
12
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Cary
AL
HOS
MC
Cary
85
Facility 85
NC AVG 72
Rank #132 / 387
Yes
34
Facility 34
NC AVG 36
Rank #272 / 536
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #193 / 232
A-
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #31 / 321
6
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace
AL
IL
MC
Cary
84
Facility 84
NC AVG 72
Rank #135 / 387
Yes
55
Facility 55
NC AVG 36
Rank #111 / 536
39.3%
Facility 39.3%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #196 / 232
-
95.75/200
Facility 95.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #209 / 321
9
89%
Facility 89%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #71 / 333
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Livewell at Midenhall Way
AL
HC
MC
Cary (Wessex)
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 72
Rank #335 / 387
No
41
Facility 41
NC AVG 36
Rank #220 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
-
93.00/200
Facility 93.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #243 / 321
2
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Private Rooms
Cary Family Care
AL
RESC
Cary (Twin Lakes)
3
Facility 3
NC AVG 72
Rank #383 / 387
No
28
Facility 28
NC AVG 36
Rank #328 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
-
100.00/200
Facility 100.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #136 / 321
5
80%
Facility 80%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #33 / 333
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

Livewell at Midenhall Way is located in Cary, 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 Livewell at Midenhall Way

What neighborhood is Livewell at Midenhall Way in?

Livewell at Midenhall Way is in the Wessex neighborhood of Cary.

Is Livewell at Midenhall Way in a walkable area?

Livewell at Midenhall Way has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Livewell at Midenhall Way?

According to NC state health department records, Livewell at Midenhall Way's license number is FCL-092-305.

What is the occupancy rate at Livewell at Midenhall Way?

Livewell at Midenhall Way's occupancy is 100%.

Are pets allowed at Livewell at Midenhall Way?

No, Livewell at Midenhall Way has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Livewell at Midenhall Way have?

Livewell at Midenhall Way has 6 beds.

Has Livewell at Midenhall Way had any deficiencies?

Livewell at Midenhall Way has had 3 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

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