Set in the heart of Durham, North Carolina, Carver Rehabilitation & Living Center is a 232-bed skilled nursing care facility. Within its embrace, an environment thrives that delivers quality care and champions autonomy, dignity, freedom of choice, and residents’ rights. Alongside its reputation for short-term rehabilitation, this assisted living community extends a spectrum of care services encompassing long-term care, outpatient therapy, respite care, and secure memory care. Experience a haven where holistic care, vibrant activities, and personalized attention converge seamlessly. Committed to the well-being and satisfaction of residents, Carver is dedicated to providing services that uniquely cater to each individual’s distinct care needs. Here, an enriching lifestyle unfolds through a well-rounded activity program. Through engaging in activities, residents find their days enriched and diverse.
Mixed experiences with staff — While some staff members, like those at the front desk and specific individuals such as Montavia and Barbara the physical therapist, are praised for their helpfulness and friendliness, there are several instances of unhelpful or neglectful behavior, such as employees not assisting with access through locked doors and significant delays in providing meals.
Care & staffDining
Overall quality of life and resident wellbeing
Concerns about care quality and safety — There are serious concerns about the quality of care, highlighted by reports of repeated hospitalizations due to lack of care and allegations of abuse and neglect. These issues have led to formal complaints and a poor government rating for the facility.
Quality of lifeCare & staffSafety
Walk Score: 31 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Short-term rehabilitation
Long-term care
Memory Care
Respite care.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Gourmet meals
On-site beauty salon
Updated suites and lounges
Outdoor seating areas
Weekly outings
Religious services
Daily activities
Socials and meet ups.
Programs & Activities
Activities
Comprehensive activity schedule available.
Specific Programs
Short-term rehabilitation, Long-term care, PT, OT, ST, 24/7 nursing care, IV therapy, Comprehensive resident-centered care plan, Comprehensive wound care, Restore unit private rehab suites, Tracheostomy care, Serenity Gardens: Secure Memory Care Unit, Respite care, Lab and x-rays on-site, Local physician rounding on staff, Staff psychologist, Pain management, Respiratory services.