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Best Nursing Homes in Newton, NC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 nursing homes in Newton, NC using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NC
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Newton, NC. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Newton, NC. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Newton, NC. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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

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

Greens at Hickory
NH
HC
MC
RC
Hickory (Lake Forest)
150
Facility 150
NC AVG 72
Rank #12 / 390
71.9%
Facility 71.9%
NC AVG 76.4%
Rank #142 / 271
-6%
3.98
Facility 3.98
NC AVG 3.98
Rank #43 / 97
-55%0%
$0
Facility $0
NC AVG $74.6k
Rank #1 / 105
16
Facility 16
NC AVG 20.9
Rank #59 / 101
5.3
Facility 5.3
NC AVG 5.0
Rank #73 / 101
-118-
59
Facility 59
NC AVG 33
Rank #76 / 572
Lasheena Webb
$13.6M
Facility $13.6M
NC AVG $13.2M
Rank #57 / 104
$6.1M
Facility $6.1M
NC AVG $4.9M
Rank #58 / 104
44.5%
Facility 44.5%
NC AVG 39.8%
Rank #37 / 104
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Conover Nursing & Rehab Center
NH
MC
RC
Conover (Tri-City)
90
Facility 90
NC AVG 72
Rank #119 / 390
71.7%
Facility 71.7%
NC AVG 76.4%
Rank #143 / 271
-6%
4.54
Facility 4.54
NC AVG 3.98
Rank #29 / 97
-9%+14%
$0
Facility $0
NC AVG $74.6k
Rank #1 / 105
4
Facility 4
NC AVG 20.9
Rank #12 / 101
4.0
Facility 4.0
NC AVG 5.0
Rank #49 / 101
-76-
59
Facility 59
NC AVG 33
Rank #76 / 572
Jason Sherrill
$9.1M
Facility $9.1M
NC AVG $13.2M
Rank #65 / 104
$5.7M
Facility $5.7M
NC AVG $4.9M
Rank #77 / 104
62.4%
Facility 62.4%
NC AVG 39.8%
Rank #62 / 104
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Overview of Conover Nursing & Rehab Center

Conover Nursing & Rehab Center is a family-owned nursing home in Conover, NC, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With a compassionate and nurturing environment, the community ensures older adults have a comfortable stay. Residents also experience a worry-free lifestyle with 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and transportation services. The community also goes above and beyond to get to know residents’ unique needs and habits to provide the best possible care for their recovery and wellness.

Sensory stimulation, light exercises, and celebrations help enhance residents’ cognition and encourage them to live actively. With spacious common areas and state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, residents can rest and move around comfortably. Residents also experience a laid-back lifestyle, as it is conveniently located in the quiet residential area of Conover. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in North Carolina, especially with its commitment to helping older adults return to their routines.

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Overview of Greens at Hickory

Greens at Hickory is a nursing home in Hickory, NC, offering long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care. Here, older adults can find a home away from home in a supportive and welcoming setting. With gourmet meals, 24-hour care, and medication management, residents receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably. Through personalized care plans, the community goes above and beyond to provide the best possible care for their recovery and rehabilitation.

Weekly outings, fun gatherings, and a variety of activities encourage residents to explore new hobbies and live actively. A beauty salon, spacious lounges, and outdoor seating areas are among the luxurious amenities dedicated to residents’ wellness. Residents also experience a laid-back lifestyle, as it is conveniently located in the peaceful neighborhood of Hickory. This nursing home is committed to older adults’ welfare, making it one of the trusted options for senior living in North Carolina.

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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 Newton, 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 2 nursing homes in Newton, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Newton, 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 Newton, 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 Newton, 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.