Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Overview of Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living is an independent living community in the White Horse Farms neighborhood of Greensboro. Operating for 16 years, the community on Old Battleground Road occupies a three-story building with studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to cater to varying preferences and needs.

As an independent living community, Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living serves seniors wanting to maintain an active lifestyle with a residential community’s support and social engagement. Occupants handle their own apartments while benefiting from community amenities, programming, and services built to foster connection and well-being. The car-dependent neighborhood bears a Walk Score of 13, so most residents and visiting families rely on personal vehicles for shopping, appointments, and outings. The suburban setting attracts those who value a calmer, residential environment over a busier commercial area. The three-story layout and diverse housing options give interested residents choices in terms of space and floor level. The 16-year operation denotes an established presence in Greensboro, which can be reassuring to those looking for a stable, proven community.

It’s encouraged that prospective residents and families tour Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living in person to see the floor plans, common spaces, and daily programming firsthand. This will give a clear sense of its culture and whether it matches what the resident or their family seeks.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #28 / 31Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 28th out of 31 independent living communities we track in North Carolina for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other North Carolina facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in North Carolina that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
16 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #111 / 142Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 111th out of 142 independent living communities we track in North Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across North Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in North Carolina that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
13 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

Additional Services

2 services
Housekeeping Services
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesRecreational Activities
Specific ProgramsExercise Programs

Dining & Nutrition

This facility provides Dining Services.

Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Studio with Bath
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath

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Address 6.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Greensboro's city center to Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.
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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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 deficiencies, 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.
Harmony at Greensboro
IL
AL
Greensboro (British Woods)
92
Facility 92
NC AVG 70
Rank #14 / 62
Yes
37
Facility 37
NC AVG 34
Rank #61 / 142
43.5%
Facility 43.5%
NC AVG 72.6%
Rank #32 / 39
A+
91.50/200
Facility 91.50/200
NC AVG 94.6
Rank #16 / 40
7
86%
Facility 86%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #10 / 46
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Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living
IL
Greensboro (White Horse Farms)-Yes
13
Facility 13
NC AVG 34
Rank #111 / 142
-A+----Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Carillon
IL
Greensboro (Three Meadows)-Yes
44
Facility 44
NC AVG 34
Rank #51 / 142
------1 Bed
Carolina Pines Retirement Community
IL
Greensboro-Yes
18
Facility 18
NC AVG 34
Rank #103 / 142
------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Well-Spring Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Greensboro-No
11
Facility 11
NC AVG 34
Rank #119 / 142
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in North Carolina

Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living is located in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Carolina.

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Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults

NC Medicaid CAP/DA

Age 65+ or disabled
General North Carolina resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NC

High demand; waitlists common in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

North Carolina Senior Care Options

NC SCO (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General North Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

North Carolina PACE (e.g., PACE of the Triad)

Age 55+
General NC resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
NC

Available in 10+ counties (e.g., Guilford, Wake); multiple providers (e.g., PACE of the Southern Piedmont).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

In-Home Aide Services

North Carolina In-Home Aide Services

Age 60+
General NC resident, unable to perform 1+ ADL, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NC

Family can be aides; varies by county funding.

Benefits
Personal care (5-20 hours/week) Meal prep Respite (~5 days/year) Errands

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

North Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NC resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NC

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

North Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NC

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Urgent Repair Program (URP)

North Carolina Urgent Repair Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General NC resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$30,258/year 50% AMI, varies by county
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; home value considered.
NC

Forgivable at $2,000/year; statewide via local partners.

Benefits
Repairs (~$8,000-$12,000 avg.) for safety (e.g., roofs, heating, accessibility)

State/County Special Assistance (SA)

North Carolina Special Assistance

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General NC resident, in licensed adult care home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (individual, 100% FPL); varies by facility rate.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
NC

Covers assisted living; counties supplement state funds.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,200-$1,500/month) for room/board; Medicaid covers care services

Frequently Asked Questions about Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living

What neighborhood is Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living in?

Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living is in the White Horse Farms neighborhood of Greensboro.

Is Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living in a walkable area?

Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living been in business?

Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living?

Yes, Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living provide?

Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living?

Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living is located at 4434 Old Battleground Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410.

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