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Senior Living in Cary

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Glenaire

Senior Living in Cary

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Glenaire

4000 Glenaire Cir, Cary, NC 27511 View map
Overview of Glenaire

Glenaire, located in Cary, NC, is a continuing care retirement community by Brightspire that offers long term care to their residents. This senior living community provides their residents smoke-free accommodations that feature 24 hour emergency response systems, with weekly housekeeping and linen services. They also offer basic healthcare services in their clinic staffed by a nurse practitioner.

Additionally, they offer a rich array of amenities that provides residences with both convenience, comfort, and entertainment. From their walking trails, to their aquatic center, to the fitness studio, to their auditorium wit theater equipment.

(919) 460-8095

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
5/5
North Carolina average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
5/5
North Carolina average: 3.4/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
5/5
North Carolina average: 3.3/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
5/5
North Carolina average: 3.6/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
7h 29m per day

This home provides 52% more nursing time per resident than the North Carolina average.

North Carolina average: 4h 55m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the North Carolina average
Occupancy rate 87%
Residents per day (avg) 65
Occupancy rate
87%
Residents per day (avg)
65

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

56% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

43% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$33.3M
Surplus of revenue
$4.0M
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$33,315,179.00
Surplus of revenue
$3,989,844.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$12.0M
36.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$17.3M
Total costs $29.3M
Years in operation
34 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 25 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Additional Licensing Details

CMS Certification Number345445

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Tom Ficklin, Associate Director

Types of Care at Glenaire

Assisted Living Independent Living Skilled Nursing
Contact Glenaire

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 1

North Carolina average 4


Last Health inspection on May 2022

Total health citations 1

North Carolina average 20.9

Citations per inspection
1

North Carolina average 4.99


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 1 citation resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 1.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info North Carolina average: 1.3

0 serious citations More info North Carolina average: 0.9

1 moderate citation More info North Carolina average: 17.1

0 minor citations More info North Carolina average: 1.6
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. May 19, 2022
Corrected

Compare Senior Living around Cary The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.

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Glenaire
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

N

Nursing

Cary (Glenaire)
120
No
25
87.0%
A+
-
-
0
0%
-
Sunrise of Cary
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Cary
85
Yes
34
40.0%
A-
103.50/200
18
66.7%
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
The Retreat at Cary
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.

Cary (Prestwick Place)
6
No
14
-
-
101.50/200
5
20%
-
Cary Family Care
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Cary (Twin Lakes)
3
No
28
100.0%
-
100.00/200
10
70%
-

Places of interest near Glenaire

Address 1.4 miles from city center — 2.44 miles to nearest hospital (Burkhart Pediatric & Adolescent Dermatology - Cary)

Address 4000 Glenaire Cir, Cary, NC 27511

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 154
Employees 125
Contractors 29
Staff to resident ratio 2.26:1
22% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average ratio: 1.85:1

Avg staff/day 61
Average shift 7.5 hours
6% worse than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 41,884
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 24
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 73
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

7.1%

2,954 contractor hours this quarter

Qualified Social Worker: 9 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 9 Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant7307323,42891100%7.8
Licensed Practical Nurse240247,28991100%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist5052,0336774%8
Registered Nurse130131,93291100%7.7
RN Director of Nursing3031,4086571%8
Qualified Social Worker0999197178%5.7
Speech Language Pathologist0557177380%5.3
Administrator1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1015206571%8
Feeding Assistant1015206571%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1015206571%8
Mental Health Service Worker1015086470%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide0444746470%6.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0994517886%4.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0223936066%6.4
Medical Director1012082629%8
Occupational Therapy Assistant1014467%7.3
73 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 74%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 71%
9 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 78%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 80%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 71%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 70%
9 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 86%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 66%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 29%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 7%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
68 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (10.3%)
Medicaid
9 residents (13.2%)
Private pay or other
52 residents (76.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.0
22% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 11.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 21.9
6% worse than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 20.6

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 13.1%
25% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 17.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 17.0%
27% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 23.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 35.7%
67% worse than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 21.4%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.4%
49% worse than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.9%
38% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
84% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 2.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.4%
27% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 7.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.9%
80% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.7%
47% worse than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 13.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.9%
7% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 91.6%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.4%
5% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 94.1%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 90.8%
14% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 79.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.7%
15% worse than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 91.3%
17% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 78.1%

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Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults

NC Medicaid CAP/DA

Age 65+ or disabled, North Carolina resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common in urban areas.

North Carolina Senior Care Options

NC SCO (via NFCSP)

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), North Carolina resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

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

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

Age 55+, NC resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

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

In-Home Aide Services

North Carolina In-Home Aide Services

Age 60+, NC resident, unable to perform 1+ ADL, at risk of nursing home placement.

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed; need-based.

Family can be aides; varies by county funding.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

North Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NC resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

North Carolina LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, NC resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid via Crisis Intervention Program (CIP).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

North Carolina SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NC resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

North Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Urgent Repair Program (URP)

North Carolina Urgent Repair Program

Age 60+ prioritized, NC resident, homeowner, low-income.

~$30,258/year (50% AMI, varies by county).

Not strictly assessed; home value considered.

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

State/County Special Assistance (SA)

North Carolina Special Assistance

Age 65+ (or disabled), NC resident, in licensed adult care home, low-income.

~$1,255/month (individual, 100% FPL); varies by facility rate.

$2,000 (individual).

Covers assisted living; counties supplement state funds.

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