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The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Raleigh, NC
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The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Raleigh, NC
320 St. Albans Drive Raleigh, Nc 27609, Raleigh, NC 27609 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills

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The Cardinal at North Hills is a luxury senior living community located in Raleigh, North Carolina. It offers a range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with numerous amenities and activities designed to enhance their quality of life.
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Bed community size
49-bed community Rank #301 / 388Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 301st out of 388 homes in North Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other North Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in North Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 34 / 100 Rank #272 / 573Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 272nd out of 573 homes in North Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across North Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in North Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
74%
Rank #123 / 240Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 123rd out of 240 homes in North Carolina for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Carolina average, with its Statewide rank out of 240. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in North Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the North Carolina average: 76.4%
Occupied beds
36 / 49
Average occupied beds in North Carolina homes 85 beds

License Details

StatusActive
CountyWake
License NumberHAL-092-226

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Aquatic Center
Fitness Centers
Libraries
Salons
Spa
Outdoor Game Area
Creative Arts Studio
Family Suites
Dog Park
Multiple Dining Venues
ActivitiesA full calendar of social, cultural, and educational activities

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
Division Of Health Service Rating
3/4

North Carolina average: 3 stars See full North Carolina ranking

Scores

DHSR Score
95.50 / 200

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

North Carolina average: 98 See full North Carolina ranking

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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 2023 · 3 years of data 12 deficiencies 4 inspections 0 penalties 4 inspections with deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2023 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average 2 Worse Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (36% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (11% above) 2 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (74% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (79% below)

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

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1246 This facility has 74% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina nursing home (12 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 74% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 32.2 This facility has 36% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina nursing home (3 vs. NC avg 2.2).↑ 36% worse

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

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 421 This facility has had 81% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (4 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 81% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 419 This facility has 79% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina nursing home (4 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 79% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 100%90% This facility has 10 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina nursing home (100% vs. NC avg 90%).↑ 10% worse

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

  • February 5, 2025 inspection found six deficiencies including medication aides lacking required training and competency validation, medication errors, and water temperatures exceeding allowed limits in residents' bathrooms.
  • Both the October 11, 2023 and February 5, 2025 surveys identified incomplete tuberculosis testing on admission and incomplete resident registers within 72 hours.
  • No complaints were substantiated, and no immediate jeopardy or fines were cited in either the initial licensing or annual inspections.
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The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills is located in Raleigh, 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).
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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.
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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).
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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
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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.
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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
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Covers assisted living; counties supplement state funds.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,200-$1,500/month) for room/board; Medicaid covers care services

Frequently Asked Questions about The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills

Is The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills in a walkable area?

The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?

According to NC state health department records, The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills's license number is HAL-092-226.

What is the occupancy rate at The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?

The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills's occupancy is 74%.

Are pets allowed at The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?

Yes, The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the overall rating for The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?

The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills 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 The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills have?

The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills has 49 beds.

Are there photos of The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?

Yes — there are 13 photos of The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills in the photo gallery on this page.

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