Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard
Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard
Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard is a cozy care home in Apex, NC, that offers assisted living and memory care. The community continuously promotes a nurturing environment with its cozy living spaces, ensuring older adults’ comfort and healing. Concierge services, an emergency alert system, and a beauty shop are available for residents’ convenience. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, one-on-one attention is provided around the clock.
Leisure activities, wellness programs, and social events accompany residents during their stay, promoting an active lifestyle. Spacious dining area and well-lit communal spaces also provide residents with more avenues to interact with their surroundings. With its serene setting in the thriving neighborhood of Apex, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This care home is an ideal option for older adults in North Carolina, as showcased by its high-quality services.
6-bed community Rank #342 / 390Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 342nd out of 390 homes in North Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other North Carolina SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
19 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 36 / 100 Rank #253 / 572Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 253rd out of 572 homes in North Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across North Carolina SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
StatusActive
CountyWake
License NumberFCL-092-255
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Douglas C. Cromwell, CEO
No Alzheimer's certification
Inspection History
In North Carolina, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation conducts unannounced surveys to ensure nursing and adult care homes meet safety standards.
Since 2019 · 7 years of data
11 deficiencies
5 inspections
0 penalties
2 inspections with deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the North Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2019 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 At Avg
Metrics at North Carolina average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (at NC avg) 5 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (76% below)
• Deficiencies per year (76% below)
• Total inspections (76% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (89% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (56% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (at NC avg) 5 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (76% below)
• Deficiencies per year (76% below)
• Total inspections (76% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (89% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (56% below)
Latest Inspection
August 30, 2019
Other An inspection that falls outside standard annual surveys and formal complaint investigations. May include administrative compliance checks, documentation reviews, focused surveys on specific concerns, or revisit surveys to verify prior corrections.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 11 | 46 | This facility has 76% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (11 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 76% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2019.
| 1.6 | 6.6 | This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (1.6 vs. NC avg 6.6).↓ 76% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.2 | 2.2 | This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the North Carolina average (2.2 vs. NC avg 2.2).— At avg |
Inspections
| This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 5 | 21 | This facility has 76% fewer total inspections than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (5 vs. NC avg 21).↓ 76% better |
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Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 2 | 19 | This facility has 89% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (2 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 89% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 40% | 90% | This facility has 50 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (40% vs. NC avg 90%).↓ 50% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- August 30, 2019 inspection cited 11 deficiencies including fire safety, maintenance, and unauthorized cameras in resident bedrooms.
- Deficiencies included missing fire drill logs, inaccessible fire alarm panel, and lack of monthly fire extinguisher checks.
- Door lock issues and dirty air filters were also noted, indicating safety and sanitation concerns.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Beauty Services
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1.6 miles from city center
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Apex (Shepherds Vineyard) | 6
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard
What neighborhood is Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard in?
Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard is in the Shepherds Vineyard neighborhood of Apex.
Is Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard in a walkable area?
Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard?
According to NC state health department records, Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard's license number is FCL-092-255.
Does Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard is registered as a for-profit in NC.
How many beds does Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard have?
Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard has 6 beds.
Are there photos of Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard?
Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard is located at 1100 Wellstone Cir, Apex, NC 27502.
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