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Best Nursing Homes in Durham, NC

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 11 homes in Durham, NC

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and North Carolina Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.

5 facilities compared · CMS & NC Dept. of Health data

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Atria Southpoint Walk
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Durham (Crooked Creek)
20
Facility 20
NC AVG 76
Rank #340 / 390
93.4%
Facility 93.4%
NC AVG 76.4%
Rank #41 / 264
+22%
3.26
Facility 3.26
NC AVG 3.98
Rank #78 / 90
-14%-18%
$220.0k
Facility $220.0k
NC AVG $74.6k
Rank #93 / 97
39
Facility 39
NC AVG 20.9
Rank #86 / 95
4.9
Facility 4.9
NC AVG 5.0
Rank #59 / 95
6123
59
Facility 59
NC AVG 33
Rank #76 / 572
Donald Joseph
$18.3M
Facility $18.3M
NC AVG $13.2M
Rank #36 / 97
$7.3M
Facility $7.3M
NC AVG $4.9M
Rank #44 / 97
40%
Facility 40%
NC AVG 39.8%
Rank #71 / 97
345408
Hillcrest Convalescent Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Durham
154
Facility 154
NC AVG 76
Rank #14 / 390
83.1%
Facility 83.1%
NC AVG 76.4%
Rank #82 / 264
+9%
5.76
Facility 5.76
NC AVG 3.98
Rank #12 / 90
-6%+45%
$0
Facility $0
NC AVG $74.6k
Rank #1 / 97
---80
81
Facility 81
NC AVG 33
Rank #5 / 572
William Hoover
$35.3M
Facility $35.3M
NC AVG $13.2M
Rank #15 / 97
$15.5M
Facility $15.5M
NC AVG $4.9M
Rank #12 / 97
44%
Facility 44%
NC AVG 39.8%
Rank #51 / 97
345001
PruittHealth – Carolina Point
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Durham
142
Facility 142
NC AVG 76
Rank #21 / 390
64.0%
Facility 64.0%
NC AVG 76.4%
Rank #173 / 264
-16%
3.17
Facility 3.17
NC AVG 3.98
Rank #82 / 90
-5%-20%
$52.9k
Facility $52.9k
NC AVG $74.6k
Rank #78 / 97
27
Facility 27
NC AVG 20.9
Rank #75 / 95
4.5
Facility 4.5
NC AVG 5.0
Rank #50 / 95
398
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 33
Rank #462 / 572
Laticia Beatty
$12.4M
Facility $12.4M
NC AVG $13.2M
Rank #65 / 97
$6.0M
Facility $6.0M
NC AVG $4.9M
Rank #64 / 97
48.6%
Facility 48.6%
NC AVG 39.8%
Rank #33 / 97
345551
Treyburn Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Durham
132
Facility 132
NC AVG 76
Rank #31 / 390
85.1%
Facility 85.1%
NC AVG 76.4%
Rank #74 / 264
+11%
3.61
Facility 3.61
NC AVG 3.98
Rank #64 / 90
+34%-9%
$124.5k
Facility $124.5k
NC AVG $74.6k
Rank #86 / 97
26
Facility 26
NC AVG 20.9
Rank #72 / 95
5.2
Facility 5.2
NC AVG 5.0
Rank #65 / 95
399
3
Facility 3
NC AVG 33
Rank #515 / 572
Steven Kerley
$16.6M
Facility $16.6M
NC AVG $13.2M
Rank #41 / 97
$7.3M
Facility $7.3M
NC AVG $4.9M
Rank #46 / 97
43.9%
Facility 43.9%
NC AVG 39.8%
Rank #53 / 97
345458
Croasdaile Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Durham
64
Facility 64
NC AVG 76
Rank #225 / 390
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
NC AVG 76.4%
Rank #88 / 264
+8%
5.75
Facility 5.75
NC AVG 3.98
Rank #12 / 90
-45%+45%
$15.4k
Facility $15.4k
NC AVG $74.6k
Rank #60 / 97
5
Facility 5
NC AVG 20.9
Rank #16 / 95
1.7
Facility 1.7
NC AVG 5.0
Rank #8 / 95
-86
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 33
Rank #462 / 572
Susan Ezekiel
$57.9M
Facility $57.9M
NC AVG $13.2M
Rank #2 / 97
$19.0M
Facility $19.0M
NC AVG $4.9M
Rank #4 / 97
32.8%
Facility 32.8%
NC AVG 39.8%
Rank #91 / 97
345501
Overview of Atria Southpoint Walk

Atria Southpoint Walk is a retirement community catering to independent and assisted living needs. It is Just a short distance from Old West Durham and just minutes away from the Duke University Golf Club. Atria Southpoint Walk places a strong focus on residents’ well-being and connections.

Experience a fulfilling and satisfying lifestyle within the community and its inviting surroundings. This assisted living community prides itself on amenities that enhance residents’ lives. Residents can shape their days according to their preferences with chef-prepared meals, a modern fitness center, a cinematic theater, and an enjoyable game room.

Contact Atria Southpoint Walk

Calyx Living of Durham

4214 Guess Road Durham, Nc 27712, Durham, NC 27712
Overview of Calyx Living of Durham

Calyx Living of Durham is an 84-bed assisted living community at 4214 Guess Road, Durham, Durham County, North Carolina. It provides assisted living and memory care services, offers respite care, and carries a 3-star state rating tied for 40th of 138 North Carolina facilities. Current occupancy is 39 percent (33 of 84 beds), well below the state average of 76.4 percent. The facility is not currently Medicare or Medicaid certified.

The facility offers lifestyle and activity programming, beauty and wellness services, and resident engagement.

Medication administration, dietary compliance, and dementia care safety gaps characterize Calyx Living’s regulatory record. Over two years and two inspections, the facility averaged 3.5 deficiencies annually, 33 percent better than North Carolina’s 5.2-deficiency benchmark. The July 22, 2025 follow-up and annual survey identified five deficiencies reflecting systemic care coordination failures. All five exit doors accessible to one resident with dementia lacked functioning audible alarms or staff response protocols during daytime hours, creating safety risks for a population at high elopement risk.

Food safety violations included unlabeled, undated, and uncovered items stored in walk-in cooler and freezer, exposing food to contamination. One resident ordered a regular diet with bite-size meats and gravy did not receive the prescribed meal. Two residents did not receive ordered medications: one failed to receive amlodipine tablets (1 administered of 7 expected) and citalopram tablets (1 administered of 7 expected) for blood pressure and depression management; the second did not receive medications for depression and anxiety. The facility lacked a physician’s order documenting a resident’s authorization to self-administer a topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication.

The February 21, 2023 annual inspection found two deficiencies signaling earlier therapeutic diet and medication deficits. One resident with a physician-ordered no-concentrated-sweets diet had no therapeutic menu in place. Two of five sampled residents did not receive ordered medications: an inhaler for respiratory management and a topical medication for gum inflammation. No complaint investigations appear in the record.

No fines or license suspensions have been imposed.

Family should ask about staff competency and medication administration auditing protocols before placement, particularly regarding dementia care protocols and exit door alarm functionality.

Contact Calyx Living of Durham

Croasdaile Village

2600 Croasdaile Farm Parkway Durham, Nc 27705, Durham, NC 27705
Overview of Croasdaile Village
Croasdaile Village is a Life Plan Community in Durham, NC, offering senior adults an independent lifestyle along with services and amenities that enhance daily living. The community provides a continuum of care, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Founded in 1999, Croasdaile Village focuses on improving the quality of life for its residents.

Contact Croasdaile Village

Overview of Forest at Duke

Nestled within Durham, North Carolina, Forest at Duke emerges as an esteemed independent living community guided by an unwavering mission. Forest at Duke is dedicated to fostering a compassionate and responsible community that champions the autonomy of retirement-age residents. Every abode within the premises, whether independent living or private suites and rooms within the cutting-edge Health & Wellness Center, is meticulously designed to envelop residents in spacious, comfortable, and elegant living. Their commitment thrives by enhancing their capacity to lead lives imbued with purpose, vitality, wellness, and security.
Forest at Duke presents an array of choices, offering five distinctive floor plans for apartment living and six additional options for cottages and individual homes. Encompassing a lush expanse of 47 acres, the campus is thoughtfully adorned with evergreen trees, imbuing the grounds with year-round hues of natural beauty. Experience Forest at Duke—a harmonious fusion of independence, elegance, and wellness set amidst the serenity of Durham’s landscape.

Contact Forest at Duke

Overview of Treyburn Rehabilitation Center

Treyburn Rehabilitation Center is distinguished by its commitment to enhancing patient care, the center places a distinct emphasis on introducing specialized clinical programs for their senior residents. In certain instances, the staff undergoes additional training and education to operate specialized equipment and administer tailored treatment protocols, potentially expediting recovery processes. Treyburn Rehabilitation Center is a prominent assisted living community in Durham, North Carolina.
This assisted living community offers a unique proposition to patients who have been hospitalized for a minimum of three nights—providing the option for a short-term stay within their premises, where round-the-clock nursing care and comprehensive Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy are available up to seven days each week. Additionally, patients can opt for a brief Respite in-patient stay, spanning from a few days to several months, effectively creating an avenue for short-term care tailored to individual needs.

Contact Treyburn Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Pruitthealth – Carolina Point

Pruitthealth – Carolina Point is an assisted living community that extends its comprehensive care services to encompass skilled nursing and rehabilitation, addressing short-term and long-term care needs. Their adept and experienced nursing team excels in providing advanced care within thoughtfully designed facilities, incorporating the latest technological advancements to ensure residents receive the highest quality of care.
Located in Durham, North Carolina, this assisted living community focuses on equipping its senior residents with professional nursing services that accompany them through every phase of their journey. Experience a new standard of holistic well-being and cutting-edge medical attention at Pruitthealth – Carolina Point.

Contact PruittHealth – Carolina Point

Overview of Carver Rehabilitation & Living Center

Set in the heart of Durham, North Carolina, Carver Rehabilitation & Living Center is a 232-bed skilled nursing care facility. Within its embrace, an environment thrives that delivers quality care and champions autonomy, dignity, freedom of choice, and residents’ rights. Alongside its reputation for short-term rehabilitation, this assisted living community extends a spectrum of care services encompassing long-term care, outpatient therapy, respite care, and secure memory care.
Experience a haven where holistic care, vibrant activities, and personalized attention converge seamlessly. Committed to the well-being and satisfaction of residents, Carver is dedicated to providing services that uniquely cater to each individual’s distinct care needs. Here, an enriching lifestyle unfolds through a well-rounded activity program. Through engaging in activities, residents find their days enriched and diverse.

Contact Carver Rehabilitation & Living Center

Overview of Concordia Transitional Care and Rehabilitation – Rose Manor

Concordia Transitional Care and Rehabilitation – Rose Manor is a distinguished Durham, North Carolina, assisted living community. This exceptional community with nursing home care specializes in delivering targeted short-term rehabilitation services, effectively bridging the transition between hospital stays, the comfort of home, and long-term care.
Experience a transformative approach to care that values well-being and autonomy in Concordia Transitional Care and Rehabilitation – Rose Manor. Within their nurturing and empathetic environment, the emphasis lies on cultivating independence and preserving dignity for each senior resident under their care.

Contact Concordia Transitional Care and Rehabilitation – Rose Manor

Overview of Southpoint Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

The Southpoint Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is an assisted living community renowned for its commitment to delivering patients with meticulous, all-encompassing care within a secure and hospitable setting. Here, senior residents are embraced by the indulgence of private luxury accommodations and the reassurance of a 5-star caliber of skilled medical assistance.
Set in Durham, North Carolina, their expansive 140-bed facility boasts an exceptional sub-acute rehabilitation center that excels in performance. Beyond this, the long-term care facet of the facility shines, offering unparalleled nursing care accompanied by bespoke therapeutic care tailored to each senior resident’s needs.

Contact Southpoint Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Overview of Hillcrest Convalescent Center

Set in Durham, North Carolina, Hillcrest Convalescent Center is a distinguished assisted living community offering various services, including Short-term Inpatient Rehabilitation, 24/7 Skilled Nursing, and Assisted Living. Hillcrest Durham is positioned just on the outskirts of the bustling downtown area, providing residents with easy access to local treasures. Rooted in seven decades of dedicated experience in senior care, it ensures that the level of care and contentment provided meets the highest standards. Their grounds exude tranquility, fostering an atmosphere of privacy and serenity.
Hillcrest Durham stands out by affording residents unparalleled privacy, personalized attention, and utmost convenience at the heart of Bull City, bolstered by round-the-clock skilled nursing care. Whether one requires a moderate level of assistance or a comprehensive care approach, Hillcrest Durham stands steadfast in delivering exceptional support. Within its spacious accommodations—featuring choices between private, semi-private, and even fully-appointed two-room suites—seniors find the ideal setting.

Contact Hillcrest Convalescent Center

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Durham, NC

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in North Carolina?

Assisted living in North Carolina is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does North Carolina Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — North Carolina Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 11 nursing homes in Durham, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Durham, NC?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Durham, NC, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Durham, NC?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.