Miss Bell’s at Garner

Assisted Living in Wake County

Overview of Miss Bell’s at Garner

Create meaningful moments at Miss Bell’s at Garner, a blissful community in Garner, NC, offering assisted living and memory care. Those with cognitive conditions can keep their peace of mind with a kind and highly skilled team attending to their needs around the clock. A caregiver is assigned to every three residents, alongside purposely built and secure accommodations, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe.

Residents have fun and learn new things with a thoughtfully curated calendar of stimulating programs and enriching activities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served, ensuring residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s dedicated services and well-maintained amenities allow residents to make the most of their best years.

Bed community size
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 4 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Lower than the North Carolina average: 76.4%
Occupied beds
4 / 6
Average residents 85 per day

License Details

StatusActive
CountyJohnston
License NumberFCL-051-080

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Staff to Resident Ratio: 1 Staff : 3 Residents

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Building Type: Single-story

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Dining Services

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Beauty Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Miss Bell’s at Garner

Assisted Living Memory Care

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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Division Of Health Service Rating
3/4

North Carolina average: 3 stars

Scores

DHSR Score
90.00 / 200

Quality score (0-200). Higher scores indicate better performance in inspections and compliance.

North Carolina average: 98

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.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 8 years.

10 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Results

6 resulted in violations

4 found no issues

Latest inspection

Date March 11, 2025
Annual Inspection

36 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

North Carolina average: 46 deficiencies

No penalties in the past years

Inspection Report Summary for Miss Bell’s at Garner

The most recent inspection on March 11, 2025, found deficiencies related to medication staff qualifications, medication administration, tuberculosis testing, resident register completion, activities programming, and pharmaceutical care documentation. Earlier inspections also identified issues with medication administration and activities programs, as well as building maintenance and fire safety concerns in prior surveys. Inspectors cited recurring themes involving medication management, staff competency, and lack of resident activities, along with ongoing safety and maintenance problems. There were no complaint investigations noted in the available reports, and enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The pattern of findings suggests persistent challenges in several areas without clear improvement over time.

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

Miss Bell’s at Garner is located in Garner, 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%)

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

North Carolina LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General NC resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NC

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

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency fuel ($600 max via CIP)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

North Carolina SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, NC resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
NC

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

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Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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