Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
The Cardinal at North Hills
The Cardinal at North Hills is an Independent Living Home in North Carolina
The Cardinal at North… is an Independent Living Home in North Carolina
The Cardinal at North Hills
The Cardinal at North Hills is an Independent Living Home in North Carolina
The Cardinal at North… is an Independent Living Home in North Carolina
Overview of The Cardinal at North Hills
From top-notch safety protocols to a commitment to transparency and trust, The Cardinal at North Hills is dedicated to providing the best possible experience for its residents in Raleigh. With low-rise, mid-rise, and high-rise apartments available, along with one to three-bedroom options, residents can find the perfect abode that suits their needs and preferences.
Seniors can say goodbye to household chores, as housekeeping, utilities, maintenance services, and more are all taken care of, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their days to the fullest. With round-the-clock security and licensed clinical staff available, residents can have peace of mind knowing that their safety and well-being are a top priority. With features such as no-threshold tile showers and handicap-accessible bathrooms, the community is inclusive and accommodating for all. Additionally, the apartments come fully furnished, making the transition to a new home seamless and hassle-free.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
15
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
84.7%
Residents per day (avg)
12
Occupancy rate
84.7%
Residents per day (avg)
12
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
54% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
46% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$3.5M
Profit
$893.0K
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$3,523,115.00
Profit
$892,999.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$17.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$22.7M
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at The Cardinal at North Hills
Independent Living
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4030 Cardinal at N Hills St, Raleigh, NC 27609
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
68
Total Staff
30
Employees
38
Contractors
7,307
Total Hours (Quarter)
14
Avg Staff/Day
5.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 7.5 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 8.1 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 37 | 7.9 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
2.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
52 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
10 staff
1.2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
1.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
20.3%
of total hours from contractors
1,486 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 22
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Registered Nurse: 2
Licensed Practical Nurse: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 15 | 22 | 37 | 3,712 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 1 | 9 | 1,544 | 84 | 92% | 8.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 2 | 6 | 924 | 74 | 81% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 368 | 46 | 51% | 8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 333 | 64 | 70% | 2.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 135 | 63 | 69% | 1.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 118 | 64 | 70% | 1.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 107 | 59 | 65% | 1.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 55 | 37 | 41% | 1.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 18 | 20% | 0.6 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Sep 2023 – Sep 2025)
2
Inspections
4
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
2
Citations/Inspection
Sep 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
1
25% of total
Administration
1
25% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
25% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
4
Complaint Investigations
1
State Comparison (NC)
Avg Citations (State)
20.9
This Facility: 4
Avg Critical (State)
1.3
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Sep 10, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Sep 21, 2023 | F | Administration | F0851 | Corrected |
| Sep 21, 2023 | G | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
10.1
Score
12% better than avg
State avg: 11.5
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
19.6
Score
5% better than avg
State avg: 20.6
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Lost Too Much Weight
13.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
3.0%
Depressive Symptoms
0.0%
Falls with Major Injury
11.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
67.7%
Antipsychotic Use
38.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.4%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
19.6%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
50.9%
36% worse than avg
State: 79.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
7.1%
379% worse than avg
State: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
40.6%
48% worse than avg
State: 78.1%
Penalties & Fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total Fines
$8K
State avg: $76K
90% better than avg
Number of Fines
1
State avg: 2.3
Compared to State Average
Facility: $8K |
State Avg: $76K
Penalty History
Showing all 1 penalties (Sep 2023 - Sep 2023)
Sep 21, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$8K
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for North Carolina Seniors
Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults
NC Medicaid CAP/DA
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: High demand; waitlists common in urban areas.
- Services: 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)
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), North Carolina resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- NC Specifics: Limited slots; rural/urban balance.
- Services: 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)
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Available in 10+ counties (e.g., Guilford, Wake); multiple providers (e.g., PACE of the Southern Piedmont).
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
In-Home Aide Services
North Carolina In-Home Aide Services
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Family can be aides; varies by county funding.
- Services: Personal care (5-20 hours/week), meal prep, respite (~5 days/year), errands.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
North Carolina Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
North Carolina LIHEAP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, NC resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
- NC Specifics: Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid via Crisis Intervention Program (CIP).
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($600 max via CIP).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
North Carolina SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NC resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- NC Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, 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 Specifics: Forgivable at $2,000/year; statewide via local partners.
- Services: Repairs (~$8,000-$12,000 avg.) for safety (e.g., roofs, heating, accessibility).
State/County Special Assistance (SA)
North Carolina Special Assistance
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ (or disabled), 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 Specifics: Covers assisted living; counties supplement state funds.
- Services: Cash (~$1,200-$1,500/month) for room/board; Medicaid covers care services.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for North Carolina Seniors
NC Medicaid CAP/DA
Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:High demand; waitlists common in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
NC SCO (via NFCSP)
North Carolina Senior Care Options
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), North Carolina resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- NC Specifics:Limited slots; rural/urban balance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
North Carolina PACE (e.g., PACE of the Triad)
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, 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 Specifics:Available in 10+ counties (e.g., Guilford, Wake); multiple providers (e.g., PACE of the Southern Piedmont).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
North Carolina In-Home Aide Services
In-Home Aide Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:Family can be aides; varies by county funding.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-20 hours/week), meal prep, respite (~5 days/year), errands.
North Carolina Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
North Carolina LIHEAP
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, NC resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; income-focused.
- NC Specifics:Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid via Crisis Intervention Program (CIP).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($600 max via CIP).
North Carolina SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, NC resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- NC Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
North Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
North Carolina Urgent Repair Program
Urgent Repair Program (URP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, 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 Specifics:Forgivable at $2,000/year; statewide via local partners.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Repairs (~$8,000-$12,000 avg.) for safety (e.g., roofs, heating, accessibility).
North Carolina Special Assistance
State/County Special Assistance (SA)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ (or disabled), 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 Specifics:Covers assisted living; counties supplement state funds.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,200-$1,500/month) for room/board; Medicaid covers care services.
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