Morning Star Special Care Unit
Nursing Home · Fayetteville, NC

Morning Star Special Care Unit

Nursing Home · Fayetteville, NC

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Overall Rating
3 / 5

Based on the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation surveys measuring health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

Ranked 40th (tied) of 138 homes in North Carolina See full North Carolina ranking

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 2015 · 11 years of data 110 deficiencies 38 inspections 0 penalties 33 inspections with deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2015 vs. North Carolina state average
Latest Inspection August 11, 2025 Follow Up

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric This Facility NC Average vs. NC Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 110 46 This facility has 139% more total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina nursing home (110 vs. NC avg 46). Click this badge to view the full North Carolina ranking.↑ 139% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2015. 10 4.2 This facility has 138% more deficiencies per year than a typical North Carolina nursing home (10 vs. NC avg 4.2). Click this badge to view the full North Carolina ranking.↑ 138% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.9 2.2 This facility has 32% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina nursing home (2.9 vs. NC avg 2.2). Click this badge to view the full North Carolina ranking.↑ 32% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Metric This Facility NC Average vs. NC Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 38 21 This facility has 81% more total inspections than a typical North Carolina nursing home (38 vs. NC avg 21). Click this badge to view the full North Carolina ranking.↑ 81% worse
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 33 19 This facility has 74% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina nursing home (33 vs. NC avg 19). Click this badge to view the full North Carolina ranking.↑ 74% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 87% 90% This facility has 3 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina nursing home (87% vs. NC avg 90%). Click this badge to view the full North Carolina ranking.↓ 3% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on August 11, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed that previously cited issues had been corrected. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of physical plant and fire safety deficiencies, including malfunctioning fire alarm systems, emergency lighting problems, and inadequate bathroom privacy. Prior reports also noted issues with medication administration, staff training, resident supervision, and a substantiated abuse incident in March 2024 that resulted in staff termination and felony charges. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated except for the abuse case, and enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The trend suggests improvement in correcting physical plant and safety deficiencies over time, culminating in a clean most recent inspection.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in North Carolina

Morning Star Special Care Unit is located in Fayetteville, 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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Morning Star Special Care Unit

What is the license number of Morning Star Special Care Unit?

According to NC state health department records, Morning Star Special Care Unit's license number is HAL-026-066.

What is the occupancy rate at Morning Star Special Care Unit?

Morning Star Special Care Unit's occupancy is 75%.

What is the overall rating for Morning Star Special Care Unit?

Morning Star Special Care Unit received a 3-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.

How many beds does Morning Star Special Care Unit have?

Morning Star Special Care Unit has 44 beds.

What is the address of Morning Star Special Care Unit?

Morning Star Special Care Unit is located at 3017 Dunn Road Fayetteville, NC 28312.

What county is Morning Star Special Care Unit located in?

Morning Star Special Care Unit is in Cumberland County.

Is Morning Star Special Care Unit Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Morning Star Special Care Unit is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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