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Care Home in Mecklenburg County

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.

Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – NC West

Care Home in Mecklenburg County

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.

Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – NC West

Overview of Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – Nc West

Set in a serene area in Charlotte, NC, Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – Nc West provides a warm and welcoming environment for those needing skilled nursing services, short-term rehabilitation, or long-term care. They aim to improve residents’ quality of life by offering them personalized care plans with daily living assistance, comprehensive rehabilitation therapy programs, and memory care, depending on residents’ needs. With access to physical, speech, and occupational therapy services, residents can get back to doing the things they love in no time.

They also have an independent living and assisted living unit for residents looking to live their lives fully while receiving the care and assistance they may need. With no chores to worry about, residents can focus on maintaining their well-being and enjoying the things they love. At Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – Nc West, residents are given all the care and support they need amidst a supportive setting that fosters healing and relaxation.

(704) 563-2922

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.
3/5
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.
3/5
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.
2/5
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.
4/5
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.
3h 21m per day

This home provides 32% less nursing time per resident than the North Carolina average.

North Carolina average: 4h 55m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 24m per day 35m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 1h 46m per day 2h 19m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 2h 45m per day 3h 20m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 3m per day 5m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 17m per day 23m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 70

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the North Carolina average
Occupancy rate 89.1%
Residents per day (avg) 65
Occupancy rate
89.1%
Residents per day (avg)
65

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

9% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

59% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

32% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$9.6M
Profit
$991.1K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$9.6M
Profit
$991.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.8M
29.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.8M
Total costs $8.6M
Years in operation
38 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 14 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Additional Licensing Details

CMS Certification Number345473

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit Statusfor-profit

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMr. Rusty Mitchell, Executive Director

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Alzheimer's Certification

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes

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Building Type: Single-story

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Health Programs

Types of Care at Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – NC West

Memory Care Nursing Home

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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.

3 visits/inspections

3 routine inspections

Results

2 with issues

1 without issues

Latest inspection

Date February 20, 2025
Routine

20 deficiencies

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

North Carolina average: 46 deficiencies

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 2

North Carolina average 4


Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

Total health citations 12

North Carolina average 20.9

Citations per inspection
6

North Carolina average 4.99


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

4 of 12 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 12 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

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

12 moderate citations More info North Carolina average: 17.1

0 minor citations More info North Carolina average: 1.6
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Feb 20, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Feb 20, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Feb 20, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Feb 20, 2025
Corrected

Compare Care Homes around Mecklenburg County The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.

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Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – NC West
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).

Charlotte (Eastland - Wilora Lake)
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 157
Employees 121
Contractors 36
Staff to resident ratio 2.38:1
28% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average ratio: 1.85:1

Avg staff/day 33
Average shift 7.8 hours
0% compared with North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 23,302
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 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. 9.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 67
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

8.5%

1,984 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Aide: 7 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Qualified Social Worker: 5 Medical Director: 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Qualified Activities Professional: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant6706711,04691100%7.9
Licensed Practical Nurse240245,20491100%9.6
Registered Nurse110111,9278897%9.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist4046486571%8
Physical Therapy Aide0775524752%6.2
Dietitian2025466470%8.5
Administrator2025206571%8
Nurse Practitioner2025206571%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0664955662%6.9
RN Director of Nursing3034725965%8
Speech Language Pathologist0663054954%4.7
Physical Therapy Assistant0332894448%6.4
Other Dietary Services Staff3032584246%6.1
Qualified Social Worker0552243336%5.7
Medication Aide/Technician2021493336%4.5
Medical Director044556571%0.8
Occupational Therapy Aide01137910%4.1
Mental Health Service Worker1012955%5.8
Qualified Activities Professional0111444%3.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant033141516%0.9
67 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 97%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
7 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 52%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 70%
2 Administrator
% of Days 71%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 62%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 65%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 54%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 48%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 46%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 36%
2 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 36%
4 Medical Director
% of Days 71%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 10%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 5%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 4%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 16%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
66 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
8 residents (12.1%)
Medicaid
41 residents (62.1%)
Private pay or other
17 residents (25.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

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

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. 12.1
6% worse 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. 25.2
22% worse than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 20.6

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average North Carolina avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.5%
In line with North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 17.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 30.0%
29% worse 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 28.0%
31% 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 2.3%
37% better 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 3.4%
46% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 6.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.5%
82% 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 7.3%
In line with North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 7.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.1%
7% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 7.6%
43% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 13.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.2%
6% 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 100.0%
6% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 94.1%

Short-stay resident measures
Above average North Carolina avg: 2.7 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 62.1%
22% worse than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 79.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.0%
32% better 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 55.3%
29% worse than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 78.1%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 15.1%
34% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 22.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.5%
36% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 13.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 61.0%
14% better than North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 49.8%
In line with North Carolina average

North Carolina average: 50.6%

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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.