
Compare Nursing Homes around Wake County
The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
| 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 |
Enjoy an improved quality of life with Hillside Nursing & Rehab, a compassionate community in Wake Forest, NC, offering assisted living, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing services. Residents here are given a warm and comforting environment where they can receive round-the-clock care, supervision, and assistance with their daily living activities. Those living with chronic illnesses and require long-term care have access to comprehensive nursing care and physician services from Hillside’s Medical Directors.
With access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, residents recovering from an injury or hospitalization can enjoy a quick and smooth healing journey in the community. They also feature a vibrant activity program designed to keep residents moving and actively engaged in their community. Proper nutrition is always observed by their registered dietitian who carefully curates residents’ meal plans. At Hillside Nursing & Rehab, residents are given diverse opportunities to enjoy life even as they face serious illness or recover from an injury.
Bellarose Nursing and Rehab is a warm and welcoming community in Garner, NC, offering excellent rehabilitation and long-term care services. Compassionate and highly skilled caregivers are always available to serve residents’ unique needs and assist them with their daily living activities for their convenience. Access to physical, speech, and occupational therapy services is regular to ensure residents’ treatment plans are always regularly updated and progress is seen quickly.
With fun and exciting activities available regularly, residents are encouraged to stay active and engaged in their community. The convenience of housekeeping and laundry services is complemented by the comfort of spa and salon services, allowing residents to maintain their wellness without worries. Here at Bellarose Nursing and Rehab, they provide everything residents need to enjoy their life in comfort or recover quickly, including quality care, enriching experiences, and thoughtful conveniences.
Hock Family Pavilion is an intimate community in Durham, NC, dedicated to those needing compassionate hospice care. They have 12 private accommodations where residents can easily and comfortably receive the physical, emotional, and spiritual support they need to go through their end-of-life journey pain-free and peacefully. Their team of nurses, social workers, chaplains, nursing assistants, volunteers, and counselors work together to provide residents with well-rounded care tailored to improve their comfort and well-being.
With 24/7 skilled nursing care, residents and their families can enjoy their peace of mind knowing that someone is always available to provide comfort to their loved ones. For further comfort, their community is also ready to accommodate residents’ mobility needs with their accessibility services. Here at Hock Family Pavilion, residents and their loved ones can get through this difficult journey with all the care and support they need.
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 Wake County, 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 3 nursing homes in Wake County, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Wake County, 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 Wake County, 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 Wake County, 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.












