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The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace, Cary, North Carolina, is a nurturing and person-centered memory care community for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia. The mission is to provide a warm, caring environment prioritizing residents’ independence, dignity, and individuality. The community values a compassionate approach to care, ensuring the well-being of each resident. The dedicated professional staff enjoys spending quality time with residents, fostering an atmosphere of comfort and happiness, and providing residents and their families peace of mind for future planning.
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace offers a range of memory care amenities designed to enhance the overall well-being of residents. Personal care services, three daily meals plus snacks, laundry services, and weekly housekeeping contribute to a comfortable lifestyle. The community provides medication management, standard cable, utilities, and telephone services. Scheduled transportation, the Art of Living Well® programs, and 24-hour nurse availability enrich residents’ experiences. Planned social and educational events, day trips, gardening programs, and the Music & Memory program create a vibrant and engaging living environment, fostering community and fulfillment. Aquatics programs are also available to support residents leading active and enjoyable lives.
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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.
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 (7% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (4% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (58% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (3% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 43 | 46 | This facility has 7% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (43 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 7% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 4.8 | 5.01 | This facility has 4% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (4.8 vs. NC avg 5.01).↓ 4% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 9 | 21 | This facility has had 57% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (9 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 57% fewer |
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Inspections with deficiencies
| 8 | 19 | This facility has 58% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (8 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 58% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
| 89% | 92% | This facility has 3 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (89% vs. NC avg 92%).↓ 3% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 492 / 703 / 800 / 975 - 1,650 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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2.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Cary's city center to The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace'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 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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| 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
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace is located in Cary, North Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Carolina.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace
Is The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace in a walkable area?
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace?
According to NC state health department records, The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace's license number is HAL-092-206.
What is the occupancy rate at The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace?
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace's occupancy is 39%.
How long has The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace been in business?
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace?
Yes, The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace have?
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace has 84 beds.
Has The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace had any deficiencies?
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace has had 43 reported deficiencies since 2015 according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).
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