Southern Magnolia Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Holly Springs, NC

Southern Magnolia Living

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Holly Springs, NC

Overview of Southern Magnolia Living

Southern Magnolia Living offers a warm and familiar atmosphere for seniors seeking a comfortable and supportive assisted living environment. Imagine a home with just six residents, all treated like family. Residents enjoy delicious home-cooked meals, daily activities, and special events like BBQs and holiday gatherings. Families are always welcome for meals and visits, fostering a strong sense of community.

Southern Magnolia Living prioritizes resident well-being with a holistic approach. Their focus is on maximizing independence and providing personalized care. A dedicated staff assists with daily activities like bathing and medication management, while a visiting doctor ensures residents receive proper medical attention. Additional services like massage therapy and pet therapy contribute to emotional well-being, and spiritual care is available upon request. Residents can stay active and engaged with a variety of activities and events. The community calendar offers daily options, while individual preferences are also taken into account. Arts and crafts, music, exercise classes, and community outings are just a few examples. Southern Magnolia Living strives to create a fulfilling and enriching experience for each resident.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
6
Bed community size
6-bed community 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.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 15 / 100 Rank #414 / 536Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 414th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 240Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 240 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 240. 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.
Higher than the North Carolina average: 76.4%
Occupied beds
6 / 6
Average occupied beds in North Carolina homes 85 beds

License Details

StatusActive
CountyWake
License NumberFCL-092-296

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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 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 deficiencies 4 inspections 0 penalties 1 inspection 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 2024 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (95% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (72% 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. 046 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (0 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 100% 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. 421 This facility has had 81% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (4 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 81% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 119 This facility has 95% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (1 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 95% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 25%90% This facility has 65 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (25% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 65% better

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Division Of Health Service Rating
4/4

North Carolina average: 3 stars See full North Carolina ranking

Scores

DHSR Score
105.50 / 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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Minimum Age: 55

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Pets Allowed

Places of interest near Southern Magnolia Living

Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Holly Springs's city center to Southern Magnolia Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6.88 miles to nearest hospital (WakeMed Cary 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. 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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.
St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Southern Pines
176
Facility 176
NC AVG 72
Rank #5 / 387
Yes
2
Facility 2
NC AVG 36
Rank #526 / 536
41.6% A+----Private Rooms
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
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
-
River Landing At Sandy Ridge
AL
IL
MC
NH
Colfax
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 72
Rank #230 / 387
Yes
7
Facility 7
NC AVG 36
Rank #476 / 536
90.3% -----Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas
Southern Magnolia Living
AL
RC
Holly Springs (Hensley)
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 72
Rank #335 / 387
Yes
15
Facility 15
NC AVG 36
Rank #414 / 536
100.0% -
105.50/200
Facility 105.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #5 / 321
4
25%
Facility 25%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #8 / 333
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southern Magnolia Living

What neighborhood is Southern Magnolia Living in?

Southern Magnolia Living is in the Hensley neighborhood of Holly Springs.

Is Southern Magnolia Living in a walkable area?

Southern Magnolia Living has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Southern Magnolia Living?

According to NC state health department records, Southern Magnolia Living's license number is FCL-092-296.

What is the occupancy rate at Southern Magnolia Living?

Southern Magnolia Living's occupancy is 100%.

Are pets allowed at Southern Magnolia Living?

Yes, Southern Magnolia Living allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Southern Magnolia Living have?

Southern Magnolia Living has 6 beds.

Has Southern Magnolia Living had any deficiencies?

Southern Magnolia Living has no reported deficiencies since 2024 according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

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