Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
3 of 4 nursing homes in Chapel Hill (75%) meet our strict criteria. The North Carolina statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
258
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is adequate, with 75% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should consider Carol Woods, the top-rated facility, which boasts an A+ rating and 5 stars, ensuring quality care without any fines reported.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Carol Woods (95) — Carol Woods shines with a 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 95/100, reflecting its outstanding care quality. As a non-profit, it emphasizes community-focused services, providing a safe and enriching environment for its 30 residents, all without any fines. The A+ grade highlights its commitment to excellence.
- 2 The Cedars of Chapel Hill (90) — The Cedars of Chapel Hill boasts a perfect 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 90/100, showcasing its dedication to high-quality care in a nurturing environment. This non-profit facility, with just 12 beds, prioritizes community involvement and personalized attention, ensuring residents feel at home while receiving top-notch support.
- 3 Parkview Health and Rehabilitation Center (90) — Parkview Health and Rehabilitation Center stands out with its 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 90/100, marking it as a premier choice for rehabilitation in Chapel Hill. With 108 beds and zero fines, this for-profit facility emphasizes quality care and a commitment to patient satisfaction, making it a reliable option for residents.
The other 1 Chapel Hill facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Carol Woods shines with a 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 95/100, reflecting its outstanding care quality. As a non-profit, it emphasizes community-focused services, providing a safe and enriching environment for its 30 residents, all without any fines. The A+ grade highlights its commitment to excellence.
The Cedars of Chapel Hill boasts a perfect 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 90/100, showcasing its dedication to high-quality care in a nurturing environment. This non-profit facility, with just 12 beds, prioritizes community involvement and personalized attention, ensuring residents feel at home while receiving top-notch support.
Parkview Health and Rehabilitation Center stands out with its 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 90/100, marking it as a premier choice for rehabilitation in Chapel Hill. With 108 beds and zero fines, this for-profit facility emphasizes quality care and a commitment to patient satisfaction, making it a reliable option for residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Chapel Hill Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Chapel Hill Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Chapel Hill's city average is 4.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 4 Chapel Hill facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Chapel Hill avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Chapel Hill facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Chapel Hill, NC are recommended?
3 of 4 nursing homes in Chapel Hill (75%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Chapel Hill "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Chapel Hill?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.