The Addison
Situated at 4713 Garrett Rd in Durham, North Carolina, The Addison is a two-story assisted living residence with 120 one-bedroom suites. The community has an occupancy rate of 48%. Its neighborhood has a Walk Score of 22, so residents and visiting family members will need a car for most errands and appointments.
State inspections over the past decade have focused on medication administration, staffing levels in specialized care units, and building maintenance. Families touring the community should ask how these areas are managed and what steps are in place to manage these operational areas daily.
Families who want a better understanding of everyday life at The Addison should contact the community directly or schedule a tour to learn more about the available care, services, and lifestyle options.
About this community
Occupancy
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.
Penalties
Civil monetary penalties issued by North Carolina regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.
This Facility
NC Average
vs. NC Avg-
11— At NC avg
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$15.8k$2k↑ 690% higher than NC avg
- 2023-01-12 $15,800 Settlement Agreement
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 2015 vs. North Carolina state average• Total deficiencies (50% above)
• Deficiencies per year (50% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (23% above)
• Total inspections (24% above)
• Inspections with deficiencies (21% above) 1 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Inspection deficiency rate (2% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 69 | 46 | This facility has 50% more total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (69 vs. NC avg 46).↑ 50% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 6.3 | 4.2 | This facility has 50% more deficiencies per year than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (6.3 vs. NC avg 4.2).↑ 50% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.7 | 2.2 | This facility has 23% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (2.7 vs. NC avg 2.2).↑ 23% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 26 | 21 | This facility has 24% more total inspections than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (26 vs. NC avg 21).↑ 24% worse |
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Inspections with deficiencies
| 23 | 19 | This facility has 21% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (23 vs. NC avg 19).↑ 21% worse |
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Inspection deficiency rate
| 88% | 90% | This facility has 2 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (88% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 2% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- January 12, 2023 inspection found 3 deficiencies including medication errors causing an Unabated Type B Violation and inadequate staffing on one special care unit shift.
- Prior inspections in 2020 and 2020 documented multiple medication administration errors, failure to follow up on physician orders, and repeated staffing shortages in special care and assisted living units.
- Construction surveys from 2015 through 2019 consistently cited poor housekeeping, damaged ceilings and floors, fire safety equipment failures, and inadequate exhaust ventilation without full correction.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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4.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Durham's city center to The Addison's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.84 miles to nearest hospital (Duke University Medical 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.
| Eno Pointe Assisted Living | AL NC | Durham (North Roxboro Street) | 147
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147
NC AVG
72
Rank
#13 / 390 | No |
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NC AVG
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Rank
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73.5%
Facility
73.5%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#128 / 246 | - | 99.50/200
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99.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#145 / 322 | 25 | 92%
Facility
92%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#307 / 335 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | |
| The Addison | AL MC | Durham | 120
Facility
120
NC AVG
72
Rank
#36 / 390 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
NC AVG
33
Rank
#360 / 572 |
47.5%
Facility
47.5%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#197 / 246 | - | 84.50/200
Facility
84.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#285 / 322 | 26 | 88.5%
Facility
88.5%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#281 / 335 | Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Brookdale Durham | AL MC | Durham (Northeast Durham) | 119
Facility
119
NC AVG
72
Rank
#49 / 390 | Yes |
9
Facility
9
NC AVG
33
Rank
#462 / 572 |
62.2%
Facility
62.2%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#167 / 246 | A+ | 87.00/200
Facility
87.00/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#276 / 322 | 38 | 92.1%
Facility
92.1%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#311 / 335 | Studio | |
| Carolina Reserve of Durham | AL MC | Durham (Hope Valley Green) | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#233 / 390 | No |
48
Facility
48
NC AVG
33
Rank
#167 / 572 |
23.3%
Facility
23.3%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#240 / 246 | - | 102.50/200
Facility
102.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#73 / 322 | 22 | 77.3%
Facility
77.3%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#146 / 335 | Studio / 2 Bed | |
| Brookdale Chapel Hill | AL MC | Chapel Hill (Falconbridge) | 38
Facility
38
NC AVG
72
Rank
#319 / 390 | No |
35
Facility
35
NC AVG
33
Rank
#260 / 572 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#1 / 246 | - | 96.75/200
Facility
96.75/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#195 / 322 | 30 | 86.7%
Facility
86.7%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#266 / 335 | Studio / Suite |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina
The Addison is located in Durham, North Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Carolina.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Addison
Is The Addison in a walkable area?
The Addison has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of The Addison?
According to NC state health department records, The Addison's license number is HAL-092-181.
What is the occupancy rate at The Addison?
The Addison's occupancy is 48%.
Does The Addison operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
The Addison is registered as a for-profit in NC.
How many beds does The Addison have?
The Addison has 120 beds.
Are there photos of The Addison?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Addison in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Addison?
The Addison is located at 4713 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707.
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