Glenaire

4000 Glenaire Circle, Cary, NC 27511 (919) 460-8095
Non profit - Corporation 71 Beds Independent Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
90/100
#32 of 417 in NC
Last Inspection: October 2024

Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.

Overview

Glenaire in Cary, North Carolina, has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended for families seeking care for their loved ones. Ranked #32 out of 417 facilities statewide, it places in the top half of North Carolina options, and it is the #2 facility out of 20 in Wake County, showing it is one of the best local choices. The facility is improving, having gone from one issue in 2022 to none in 2024. Staffing is a strong point, with a 5-star rating and a turnover rate of 30%, significantly lower than the state average of 49%, meaning staff are experienced and familiar with residents. While there have been no fines, there was a concern related to food safety, where uncovered and unlabeled food items were found in the kitchen, posing a potential risk to residents. Overall, Glenaire shows many strengths, but families should remain aware of the food safety concern.

Trust Score
A
90/100
In North Carolina
#32/417
Top 7%
Safety Record
Low Risk
No red flags
Inspections
Getting Better
1 → 0 violations
Staff Stability
○ Average
30% turnover. Near North Carolina's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
Penalties
✓ Good
No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most North Carolina facilities.
Skilled Nurses
✓ Good
Each resident gets 45 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for North Carolina. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
Violations
✓ Good
Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
★★★★★
5.0
Overall Rating
★★★★★
5.0
Staff Levels
★★★★★
5.0
Care Quality
★★★★★
5.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2022: 1 issues
2024: 0 issues

The Good

  • 5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
  • 5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record
  • Staff turnover below average (30%)

    18 points below North Carolina average of 48%

Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.

The Bad

Staff Turnover: 30%

15pts below North Carolina avg (46%)

Typical for the industry

The Ugly 1 deficiencies on record

May 2022 1 deficiency
CONCERN (E)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Food Safety (Tag F0812)

Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations and staff interviews, the facility failed to date leftover and thawing food items and cover food in 1 of 1...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations and staff interviews, the facility failed to date leftover and thawing food items and cover food in 1 of 1 kitchen walk-in refrigerator and failed to discard expired resident food in a nourishment room refrigerator (Central Hall). This had the potential to affect food served to residents. Findings included: 1. A tour was conducted of the facility kitchen on 5/16/22 at 11:15 AM with the executive chef. An observation of the walk-in refrigerator revealed a container of pepperoni with no label with date opened and an open plastic wrap cover, a container of pimento cheese with no label or date, a large container of cut melon with no label or date, a container of hard-boiled eggs with no label or date, two boxes of thawing chicken on the bottom shelf open to air with no label with date. During an interview on 5/16/22 at 11:25 AM, the Executive Chef revealed all foods in the walk-in and reach in refrigerators should have a label with the date opened and should be covered. An observation of the kitchen walk-in refrigerator on 5/18/22 at 9:50 AM, revealed a large container of cut eggplant with no label of date opened and a large container of cut parsnips with no label or date. 2. A tour conducted on 5/16/22 at 11:40 AM of the Central hall nourishment room refrigerator revealed a lidded plastic container containing pie with a resident's name and dated 5/4, a plastic bag of sugar snap peas with a resident's name and dated 5/5, and a sealed yogurt with manufacturer's expiration date 4/30/22. During an interview on 5/16/22 at 11:45 AM, Nurse Aid (NA) #1 indicated the food brought in from home should have been thrown away after 2-3 days. The yogurt should have been discarded by the manufacturer's expiration date. During an interview on 5/17/22 at 9:55 AM, the Certified Dietary Manager revealed food and nutrition employees were responsible for maintaining nourishment room refrigerators and discarding food by use-by date. Food brought in from home should be used within 3 days and then discarded. She indicated food and nutrition checks the refrigerators every day. During an interview on 5/19/22 at 10:10 AM, the Administrator revealed that food [NAME] in from home should be label with the resident's name and the date it was brought in. The food should be used within 3 days. Food and nutrition employees and nursing employees were responsible for maintaining the nourishment room refrigerators.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

  • "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
  • "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in North Carolina.
  • • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
  • • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most North Carolina facilities.
  • • Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
Concerns
  • • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
Bottom line: Generally positive indicators. Standard due diligence and a personal visit recommended.

About This Facility

What is Glenaire's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns Glenaire an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within North Carolina, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.

How is Glenaire Staffed?

CMS rates Glenaire's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 30%, compared to the North Carolina average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.

What Have Inspectors Found at Glenaire?

State health inspectors documented 1 deficiencies at Glenaire during 2022. These included: 1 with potential for harm.

Who Owns and Operates Glenaire?

Glenaire is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 71 certified beds and approximately 64 residents (about 90% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Cary, North Carolina.

How Does Glenaire Compare to Other North Carolina Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in North Carolina, Glenaire's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (30%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Glenaire?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"

Is Glenaire Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, Glenaire has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in North Carolina. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.

Do Nurses at Glenaire Stick Around?

Glenaire has a staff turnover rate of 30%, which is about average for North Carolina nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.

Was Glenaire Ever Fined?

Glenaire has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.

Is Glenaire on Any Federal Watch List?

Glenaire is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.