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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Haywood House
SC
IL
Canton
60B-No 61 -11.50/20015--
River Landing At Sandy Ridge
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
Colfax
60?Yes 7 90.3% ----Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas
Maryfield Nursing Home
SC
MC
NH
PC
High Point
115?No 31 91.0% -----
Zebulon Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Zebulon
60ANo 50 95.7% -----
BellaRose Nursing and Rehab
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Garner
100?No 4 92.2% ----Private / Semi-Private Suites
Raleigh Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Raleigh (Five Points)
157B-No 48 86.1% -----
Croasdaile Village
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Durham
64AYes 3 -104.50/2001040%-
The Ridge at New Bern
SC
AL
MC
New Bern
72D+No 2 58.3% 89.50/2002572%-
The Rosewood Health Center – The Cypress of Raleigh
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Raleigh (North Raleigh)
57B+No 71 83.5% -----
Village Green Health and Rehabilitation
SC
NH
SNF
Fayetteville (Terry Sanford)
170A+No 48 70.6% -----
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Haywood House

145 N Main St. Canton, Nc 28716, Canton, NC 28716
Overview of Haywood House

Haywood House in Canton, North Carolina, offers independent senior living featuring one-bedroom floor plans with distinct living and sleeping quarters. Designed for active adults who manage their own daily care, the property combines private apartment living with accessible shared community amenities.

Maloney Properties owns and operates this location. The facilities feature a community center, a resident library, and outdoor studio seating areas. Positioned in a neighborhood with a 61 walk score, the location enables residents to complete select daily errands on foot.

Interested individuals exploring independent senior apartments in Canton can reach out to Haywood House to inquire about current unit availability, lease details, or property walkthroughs.

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Overview of River Landing at Sandy Ridge

River Landing at Sandy Ridge in Guilford County, Colfax, NC is a lively senior living community that offers a comfortable oasis for continuing care. The community offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, to ensure residents’ care needs are provided even as it evolves. Choose from eleven floor plans, ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedrooms, complete with walk-in closets, tile flooring, laundry closets, and modern appliances for a comfortable living space.

At River Landing at Sandy Ridge, residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with weekly housekeeping, bed linen service, and maintenance and repair services provided. Residents can freely pursue their passions, discover new interests or explore the joys of retirement. The community also offers a personalized program that focuses on residents’ whole person and provides opportunities that benefit their health and the community environment.

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Overview of Maryfield Nursing Home

Maryfield Nursing Home is a welcoming community located in High Point, North Carolina. This non-profit facility offers 115 beds and participates in Medicare and Medicaid to provide the best care possible. The community is located near High Point, Lincoln Park, West Fork, and Deep River, which offers tranquility and plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation activities. They offer both short and long-term care, ensuring that residents have access to the care they need, when they need it. The facility also has a 24-hour emergency call response system in place to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents. 
On-site therapy and physicians help to monitor and manage medications, while also providing assistance with daily living activities. Delicious, dietician-approved, chef-prepared meals are available, ensuring that residents are well-fed and satisfied. Residents can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a library, a comfortable lounge, a beauty and barber salon, and fitness classes led by trained exercise specialists. They can choose between one or two bedroom units, complete with private bathrooms, and they do not have to worry about the hassle of home maintenance.

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Overview of Zebulon Rehabilitation Center

Zebulon Rehabilitation Center prides itself on its exceptional staff who genuinely cares about the well-being of its residents. They offer short-term and residential inpatient stays and are committed to providing high-quality care. Their team of physicians and specialists delivers a comprehensive range of services, including enteral and infusion therapy, dietary counseling, and social and pastoral care, among others.

Seniors have access to their tranquil courtyard and beautifully landscaped grounds, which are open seven days a week for admission. The center’s outdoor areas are spacious and provide an ideal setting for patients to relax and find peace during their recovery process. Moreover, they use state-of-the-art telemedicine technology to provide top-quality care to senior patients. Zebulon Rehabilitation Center’s ultimate goal is to provide its patients with a sense of relief and comfort, knowing they are receiving the best possible care in all aspects. 

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Overview of BellaRose Nursing and Rehab

BellaRose Nursing and Rehab provides nursing home, hospice care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Garner, NC. Nursing home and skilled nursing services support long-term care and licensed nursing care on site, while hospice care serves residents receiving end-of-life support. Respite care offers a short-term stay for someone who needs temporary care while their usual caregiver travels or recovers.

The facility has 100 beds, with private and semi-private suites. A private suite gives one resident an individual living space, while a semi-private suite provides shared living. Short-term rehabilitation and rehab services support residents recovering before returning to their prior setting, so BellaRose Nursing and Rehab may suit someone who needs temporary rehabilitation or ongoing nursing care. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 33 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

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Overview of Raleigh Rehabilitation Center

The Raleigh Rehabilitation Center empowers its residents to push their limits and achieve their full potential. The facility offers both short-term and in-patient stays, with an impressive range of services to ensure residents receive the highest quality of care. These services include dedicated physicians, pastoral care providers, social workers, wound care specialists, dieticians, and pharmacists. In addition to these services, hospice and respite care are also available for those who require it.

Privacy and comfort are a top priority at the Raleigh Rehabilitation Center. The center provides private suites and semi-private rooms that are cozy and inviting. Residents can also enjoy the resident spa and fully equipped rehabilitation gym to help them relax and stay active. The center’s dining options are exceptional as well, with delicious and nutritious meals catering to all dietary requirements. The chefs prepare each meal with care to ensure that residents can savor every bite.

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Croasdaile Village

2600 Croasdaile Farm Pkwy, Durham, NC 27705
Overview of Croasdaile Village

Croasdaile Village is the ideal backdrop for a fulfilling and delightful retirement in Durham’s vibrant embrace. Set against the former dairy farm spanning over 100 acres, this assisted living community blends the serenity of rural surroundings seamlessly with the convenience of urban living. Croasdaile Village’s expansive campus caters to a diverse community. The allure lies not only in the sprawling open spaces but also in the sought-after location of Durham itself.
For senior residents at Croasdaile, the vista of native hardwoods, meadows, and the tranquil private lake unfolds from maintained walking paths—a serene panorama capturing North Carolina’s splendor. Here, a newfound sense of liberation blossoms, where the avenues for camaraderie and personal fulfillment are limitless. At Croasdaile Village, the power to shape days around passions and happiness becomes a reality, ushering in an era of boundless opportunity and cherished companionship with farm-to-table dining experiences, world-renowned museums, and captivating sporting events, the community revels in the best Durham offers. Yet, above all, it’s the strong sense of belonging that genuinely transforms Croasdaile Village into a cherished home.

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Overview of The Ridge at New Bern

The Ridge at New Bern provides assisted living and memory care in New Bern, NC. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

Both care levels are available within the same community. If a resident’s needs increase, they may be able to move to a different level of support without leaving the community. The Ridge at New Bern has 72 beds and is a single-story building, making it a potential fit for someone who needs assisted living support or a secured memory care setting.

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Overview of The Rosewood Health Center – the Cypress of Raleigh

The Rosewood Health Center – The Cypress of Raleigh sits on Cypress Lakes Drive in North Raleigh, about 10 miles from the city center. The facility is a 57-bed nursing home and memory care community, opened in 2008 and operated by The Cypress of Raleigh LLC. The Walk Score is 71, so most nearby errands are doable on foot, and WakeMed is about 3.4 miles away.

Eighty percent of the 57 beds are occupied, and the average stay runs 249 days. That length of stay is closer to eight months than a typical short rehab course, which says something real about who the facility is built for. A private wing handles memory care for residents who need it.

The staffing picture is detailed; total nursing care comes to 7 hours and 3 minutes per resident per day. Registered nurses provide 52 minutes of that directly; nurse aides account for 3 hours and 26 minutes. Beyond nursing, on-site staff and contractors include respiratory therapy technicians, physical therapy assistants, occupational therapy aides, speech-language pathologists, dental services staff, and a social worker. That range of disciplines on-site means fewer outside referrals for routine clinical needs.

A community life services coordinator runs the activity program, which includes aqua aerobics, book clubs, and bridge and card groups. Medicare and private pay are accepted.

For residents who need sustained skilled nursing care or memory care with broad on-site clinical coverage, The Rosewood Health Center offers a well-staffed, moderately sized environment in a walkable North Raleigh setting.

Contact The Rosewood Health Center – The Cypress of Raleigh

Overview of Village Green Health and Rehabilitation

Village Green Health and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Fayetteville, NC, offering skilled nursing care in the Terry Sanford neighborhood. It provides both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Short-term rehabilitation can support recovery through therapy, while long-term skilled nursing provides ongoing clinical care for residents with continuing needs, making the community a potential fit for someone who needs rehabilitation or extended nursing support.

The home has 170 beds, placing it among larger communities with more residents, staff and usually more programming than a small community. Private and semi-private rooms are available, so residents can choose a room to themselves or one shared with another person. The scale may suit someone who is comfortable in a larger setting.

Physical, occupational and speech therapy address different rehabilitation needs. Wound care and nutritional care support specific clinical and dietary requirements, while the gym provides space for exercise and therapy. The courtyard gives residents a place to meet with loved ones, barber services support personal grooming, and transportation is available for travel beyond the community.

Village Green Health and Rehabilitation accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 51 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned across each resident’s care. This may be a good fit for someone who needs rehabilitation after an illness or injury, or ongoing skilled nursing support for continuing clinical needs.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Communities in North Carolina

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 574 senior communities in North Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.

Senior Communities in North Carolina at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 34/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in North Carolina. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 69The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in North Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90