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| Brookdale Carriage Club Providence | NH AL IL MC | Charlotte (Olde Providence North) | 77
Facility
77
NC AVG
72
Rank
#168 / 390 |
71.5%
Facility
71.5%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#145 / 271 | -6% | 8.12
Facility
8.12
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#4 / 97 | +78% | +104% | $0
Facility
$0
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#1 / 105 | 11
Facility
11
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#39 / 101 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#43 / 101 | - | 7 | A+ |
12
Facility
12
NC AVG
33
Rank
#440 / 572 | Bkd Fm Holding Company LLC | $19.6M
Facility
$19.6M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#99 / 104 | $8.1M
Facility
$8.1M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#39 / 104 | 41.6%
Facility
41.6%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#1 / 104 | 345482 | ||||
| Walnut Ridge | NH AL IL MC | Walnut Cove (Windmill Street) | 63
Facility
63
NC AVG
72
Rank
#224 / 390 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#1 / 271 | +31% | 3.12
Facility
3.12
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#94 / 97 | -50% | -22% | $40.1k
Facility
$40.1k
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#76 / 105 | 23
Facility
23
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#72 / 101 | 4.6
Facility
4.6
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#57 / 101 | 3 | 63 | A+ |
50
Facility
50
NC AVG
33
Rank
#149 / 572 | Nita Davis | $10.4M
Facility
$10.4M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#68 / 104 | $3.9M
Facility
$3.9M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#97 / 104 | 37%
Facility
37%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#100 / 104 | 345089 | ||||
| Hillside Nursing & Rehab | NH AL NC | Wake Forest | 130
Facility
130
NC AVG
72
Rank
#24 / 390 |
74.1%
Facility
74.1%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#135 / 271 | -3% | 4.05
Facility
4.05
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#43 / 97 | +3% | +2% | $0
Facility
$0
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#1 / 105 | 1
Facility
1
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#1 / 101 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#1 / 101 | - | 111 | - |
19
Facility
19
NC AVG
33
Rank
#384 / 572 | Mary Margaret Clifton | $13.7M
Facility
$13.7M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#49 / 104 | $7.8M
Facility
$7.8M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#42 / 104 | 56.6%
Facility
56.6%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#26 / 104 | 345417 | ||||
| BellaRose Nursing and Rehab | NH HC RC | Garner | 100
Facility
100
NC AVG
72
Rank
#79 / 390 |
92.0%
Facility
92.0%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#46 / 271 | +20% | 3.20
Facility
3.20
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#89 / 97 | -28% | -20% | $0
Facility
$0
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#1 / 105 | 2
Facility
2
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#8 / 101 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#13 / 101 | - | 94 | - |
4
Facility
4
NC AVG
33
Rank
#506 / 572 | William Burroughs | $13.4M
Facility
$13.4M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#42 / 104 | $7.8M
Facility
$7.8M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#41 / 104 | 58.2%
Facility
58.2%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#42 / 104 | 345574 | ||||
| Champions Assisted Living at the Davis Community | NH AL IL MC RC | Wilmington | 115
Facility
115
NC AVG
72
Rank
#55 / 390 |
60.7%
Facility
60.7%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#183 / 271 | -21% | 3.39
Facility
3.39
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#76 / 97 | -19% | -15% | $67.1k
Facility
$67.1k
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#87 / 105 | 14
Facility
14
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#50 / 101 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#41 / 101 | 3 | 98 | - |
6
Facility
6
NC AVG
33
Rank
#484 / 572 | Charles Long | $14.9M
Facility
$14.9M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#18 / 104 | $13.1M
Facility
$13.1M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#9 / 104 | 87.3%
Facility
87.3%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#30 / 104 | 345160 | ||||
| The Oaks at Whitaker Glen | - | NH AL HC IL MC | Raleigh (Five Points) | 139
Facility
139
NC AVG
72
Rank
#18 / 390 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | A+ |
28
Facility
28
NC AVG
33
Rank
#328 / 572 | $8.8M
Facility
$8.8M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#90 / 104 | $4.5M
Facility
$4.5M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#90 / 104 | 50.5%
Facility
50.5%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#37 / 104 | 345009 | |
| Capital Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | NH AL HC IL | Raleigh (East Raleigh) | 125
Facility
125
NC AVG
72
Rank
#29 / 390 |
75.9%
Facility
75.9%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#128 / 271 | -1% | 3.43
Facility
3.43
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#76 / 97 | +1% | -14% | $0
Facility
$0
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#1 / 105 | 14
Facility
14
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#50 / 101 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#30 / 101 | - | 100 | - |
43
Facility
43
NC AVG
33
Rank
#206 / 572 | Liberty Commons Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Of Wake County, LLC | $12.0M
Facility
$12.0M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#61 / 104 | $6.2M
Facility
$6.2M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#52 / 104 | 51.3%
Facility
51.3%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#22 / 104 | 345202 | ||||
| WhiteStone | NH AL IL MC | Greensboro (Hewitt Area) | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#233 / 390 |
69.2%
Facility
69.2%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#152 / 271 | -9% | 4.22
Facility
4.22
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#35 / 97 | -31% | +6% | $25.5k
Facility
$25.5k
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#71 / 105 | 9
Facility
9
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#34 / 101 | 4.5
Facility
4.5
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#55 / 101 | 2 | 50 | A+ |
31
Facility
31
NC AVG
33
Rank
#294 / 572 | Pamela Stafford | $7.6M
Facility
$7.6M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#26 / 104 | $10.2M
Facility
$10.2M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#26 / 104 | 134.2%
Facility
134.2%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#37 / 104 | 345506 | ||||
| River Landing At Sandy Ridge | NH AL IL MC | Colfax | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#233 / 390 |
82.9%
Facility
82.9%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#89 / 271 | +8% | 6.51
Facility
6.51
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#9 / 97 | -5% | +64% | $0
Facility
$0
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#1 / 105 | 1
Facility
1
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#1 / 101 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#1 / 101 | - | 56 | - |
7
Facility
7
NC AVG
33
Rank
#476 / 572 | Khashana Blake | $12.9M
Facility
$12.9M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#5 / 104 | $17.6M
Facility
$17.6M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#7 / 104 | 135.9%
Facility
135.9%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#94 / 104 | 345528 | ||||
| The Cypress of Charlotte | NH AL HC IL MC | Charlotte (Beverly Woods) | 65
Facility
65
NC AVG
72
Rank
#210 / 390 |
78.2%
Facility
78.2%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#121 / 271 | +2% | - | +26% | - | $58.0k
Facility
$58.0k
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#83 / 105 | 14
Facility
14
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#50 / 101 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#58 / 101 | 2 | 58 | - |
15
Facility
15
NC AVG
33
Rank
#414 / 572 | The Cypress Of Charlotte LLC | $7.3M
Facility
$7.3M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#14 / 104 | $14.1M
Facility
$14.1M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#20 / 104 | 194.2%
Facility
194.2%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#79 / 104 | 345495 | ||||
| Givens Highland Farms | NH HC IL NC RC | Black Mountain | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#233 / 390 |
82.2%
Facility
82.2%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#92 / 271 | +8% | 5.57
Facility
5.57
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#16 / 97 | +11% | +40% | $4.3k
Facility
$4.3k
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#49 / 105 | 14
Facility
14
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#50 / 101 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#58 / 101 | - | 51 | - |
12
Facility
12
NC AVG
33
Rank
#440 / 572 | Givens Estates, Inc | $21.1M
Facility
$21.1M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#31 / 104 | $8.2M
Facility
$8.2M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#30 / 104 | 38.9%
Facility
38.9%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#51 / 104 | 345078 | ||||
| Wesley Pines | NH AL IL MC | Lumberton | 62
Facility
62
NC AVG
72
Rank
#225 / 390 |
86.1%
Facility
86.1%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#74 / 271 | +13% | 4.60
Facility
4.60
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#28 / 97 | -29% | +16% | $0
Facility
$0
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#1 / 105 | 4
Facility
4
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#12 / 101 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#13 / 101 | - | 58 | A+ |
9
Facility
9
NC AVG
33
Rank
#462 / 572 | The United Methodist Retirement Homes, Incorporated | $10.2M
Facility
$10.2M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#79 / 104 | $5.8M
Facility
$5.8M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#64 / 104 | 56.7%
Facility
56.7%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#17 / 104 | 345180 | ||||
| Carol Woods | NH AL IL NC | Chapel Hill (Carol Woods) | 30
Facility
30
NC AVG
72
Rank
#329 / 390 |
76.7%
Facility
76.7%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#125 / 271 | 0% | 5.94
Facility
5.94
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#11 / 97 | +239% | +49% | $0
Facility
$0
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#1 / 105 | 7
Facility
7
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#27 / 101 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#41 / 101 | - | 22 | - |
13
Facility
13
NC AVG
33
Rank
#432 / 572 | The Chapel Hill Residential Retirement Center, Inc | $29.1M
Facility
$29.1M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#8 / 104 | $18.0M
Facility
$18.0M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#8 / 104 | 61.7%
Facility
61.7%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#83 / 104 | 345199 | ||||
| Pineville Rehabilitation & Living Center | NH AL HC RC | Pineville (Lakeview Drive) | 106
Facility
106
NC AVG
72
Rank
#68 / 390 |
68.3%
Facility
68.3%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#154 / 271 | -11% | 3.96
Facility
3.96
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#43 / 97 | +39% | 0% | $15.5k
Facility
$15.5k
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#62 / 105 | 45
Facility
45
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#95 / 101 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#97 / 101 | 3 | 96 | A+ |
25
Facility
25
NC AVG
33
Rank
#346 / 572 | Ncnh Holdings LLC | $10.7M
Facility
$10.7M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#73 / 104 | $3.7M
Facility
$3.7M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#75 / 104 | 34.5%
Facility
34.5%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#40 / 104 | 345415 | ||||
| University Place Nursing & Rehabilitation | NH MC | Charlotte (University City North) | 207
Facility
207
NC AVG
72
Rank
#3 / 390 |
68.1%
Facility
68.1%
NC AVG
76.4%
Rank
#158 / 271 | -11% | 4.12
Facility
4.12
NC AVG
3.98
Rank
#39 / 97 | -37% | +4% | $276.4k
Facility
$276.4k
NC AVG
$74.6k
Rank
#103 / 105 | 35
Facility
35
NC AVG
20.9
Rank
#87 / 101 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
NC AVG
5.0
Rank
#67 / 101 | 2 | 158 | A+ |
29
Facility
29
NC AVG
33
Rank
#321 / 572 | - | $17.2M
Facility
$17.2M
NC AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#40 / 104 | $7.1M
Facility
$7.1M
NC AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#32 / 104 | 41.5%
Facility
41.5%
NC AVG
39.8%
Rank
#21 / 104 | 345142 |
Maintain your maximum potential with Litchford Falls Health & Rehabilitation Center, a dedicated community in Raleigh, NC for those needing short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Their compassionate and reliable care rehab team uses advanced therapy technology and equipment to help residents achieve excellent outcomes from their rehabilitation journey. Physicians and nursing team members are also available to help residents living with chronic illnesses or requiring more complex care services maintain a high quality of life.
Bright and spacious accommodations are provided with housekeeping and maintenance services, ensuring residents remain in a safe and organized environment without the hassles. Meals are prepared by talented chefs and served restaurant-style in a cozy dining room. With an array of activities designed based on residents’ abilities and interests, residents can make the most of their lives even as they recover or face the challenges of a health condition.
Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, Peak Resources Charlotte is an assisted living and nursing home community offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services.
With 142 beds, it is a sizable facility dedicated to providing quality care to its residents. The community proudly participates in Medicare and Medicaid, ensuring that residents have access to comprehensive healthcare services.
Hunter Woods Nursing and Rehab Center, situated in the vibrant city of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a senior living community that offers a range of care services. With a focus on both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, Hunter Woods provides a supportive environment for seniors in need of specialized care.
As a medium-sized facility, Hunter Woods Nursing and Rehab Center is equipped with 120 beds to accommodate residents comfortably. The community is proud to participate in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, ensuring access to quality care for eligible individuals.
Peak Resources Wilmington, located in Wilmington, NC, is a rehabilitation and healthcare facility offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to both its long-term residents, and patients. Their skilled nursing services are committed to providing high quality care for their long-term residents as well as comfort, which is why part of the services they provide include dementia care, respite care, assisted living, and hospice care.
At Peak Resources Wilmington, residents are provided 24/7 nursing care, dietetic programming and nutrition management, medication management, wound and pain management, ostomy care and management and access to their nursing program, helping the residents to adapt and adjust to independent living, as safely as possible.
The sister nursing center of The Oaks, Oaks Forest is where residents thrive with the support of quality services for skilled nursing and rehabilitation. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, and long-term living– the nursing home aim to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness.
As a proud member of the Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, expect Oak Forest to provide a list of comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free. These include 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and specialized programs available.
Tucked in the serene Candlewood Street, Kinston, NC, is the astounding senior living community of Agape Multi Assisted Housing Service providing assisted living. A team of kind and highly skilled professionals helps seniors with daily activities such as bathing and dressing. The community goes above and beyond to deliver top-notch care and assistance for seniors to thrive and live to their potential.
The community promotes a bright and welcoming environment, ensuring residents are happy and well-cared for. Moreover, residents enjoy hassle-free dining with the community assisting in meal preparation with meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Agape Multi Assisted Housing Service is great for seniors who require extra assistance in their daily living for a worry-free retirement.
Enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle at Brookdale Robinwood, a welcoming senior living community in Gastonia, North Carolina, offering assisted living. The community provides personalized assistance with daily tasks such as dressing and bathing, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their day. The cozy campus, designed for comfort and privacy, boasts excellent on-site amenities and a diverse social events calendar. Pet-friendly private apartments and inviting areas for socializing, dining, and entertaining enhance the living experience. At Brookdale Robinwood, residents benefit from a range of lifestyle services tailored to individual needs.
The community emphasizes health and wellness through activities like B-Fit fitness classes and Flex Your Brain exercises. With spacious private apartments featuring walk-in closets and large windows, residents enjoy a bright and welcoming atmosphere. A variety of activities, including art classes, trivia games, and yoga, foster a sense of camaraderie and engagement. Dining here is a delightful experience, with menus crafted from residents’ favorite recipes and seasonal ingredients, ensuring every meal is both healthy and enjoyable.
The sister home of Willow Valley Center, Mill Creek, is also the premier health and rehabilitation center. A comprehensive community that presents a resort-like lifestyle with world-class hospitality offered to each unique individual with personal needs. The health and rehabilitation center’s nursing approach is focused on comprehensive therapies that contribute to a speedy recovery. Mill Creek is known for its world-class hospitality balanced with small-town charm.
The elegant nursing home creates an atmosphere where residents thrive and are enriched with quality skilled nursing care. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitation specialty with long-term and short-term care services. Amenities include a library, a courtyard, a family visitation room, daily meals provided, and a hair salon.
With a rich legacy of 75 years in healthcare, Cedar Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, nestled in the serene suburbs of Clemmons, North Carolina, is a distinguished 93-bed skilled nursing facility. Their commitment extends to short-term and long-term care, further bolstered by a specialized group of full-time rehabilitation specialists dedicated to meeting every senior’s unique needs. The core objective at Cedar Hills is to ensure residents feel like guests and valued members of their extended family. They aim to provide a nurturing and supportive environment where seniors have everything essential for recovery and overall well-being. Experience compassionate care, personalized service, and a supportive community at Cedar Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation – where senior well-being is paramount, and you’re treated as a valued family member.
Cedar Hills recognizes the individuality of each person they serve, understanding that everyone comes with their own set of unique needs. Consequently, they take a personalized approach to each senior resident’s care and rehabilitation journey. With its comprehensive array of services and a team of professionals who genuinely care about senior well-being, Cedar Hills is committed to helping seniors reclaim their lives and embrace their best selves. Cedar Hills offers extensive care services administered by a dedicated team of skilled professionals, ensuring patients receive care with warmth and hospitality reminiscent of family and friends. Here, they pride themselves on creating an environment that feels like a home away from home.
Maintain the skills you need to continue enjoying life in Clear Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a reliable and welcoming community in Mint Hill, NC for short-term and long-term care. Here, residents’ needs are met with compassionate and dignified care and assistance from an interdisciplinary care team. The community features a team of RNS, LPNs, therapists, dieticians, activity directors, and a community-based chaplain to ensure residents’ physical, social, nutritional, and mental health needs are met.
As a community surrounded by nature, lush trees, and vast green spaces, Clear Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides a healing and relaxing environment for maintaining your well-being. Fun opportunities for fitness, socialization, and hobbies are also available to keep residents active, connected, and entertained. Proper nourishment is also guaranteed with fresh and healthy meals served daily. Here, they go above and beyond in providing a nurturing environment that promotes overall wellness.
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.
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 North Carolina
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 87 nursing homes in North Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in North Carolina?
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 North Carolina, 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 North Carolina?
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.












