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Brookridge Retirement Community

1199 Hayes Forest Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27106 · Forsyth County

Brookridge is a retirement community in Winston-Salem offering an active, independent lifestyle and continuing care. Learn more about us.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 86% full (67 of 77 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Winston-Salem

Brookridge Retirement Community is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Winston-Salem, NC, with 77 certified beds and an average of about 67 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Winston-Salem for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 77
Avg. residents/day: 67
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 345209

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,180–$10,620/mo (median $9,130)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Winston-Salem prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 1
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-08-01
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (5 citations on record — showing the latest 5). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

2024-05-09Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-05-09Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2023-01-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2023-01-26Severity B — minimalResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Dining Services
✓ Walking Club
✓ Community Activities
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Fitness center
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Private rooms available
✓ Studio apartments
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

1199 Hayes Forest Drive, Winston-Salem, NC

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Brookridge Retirement Community

How much does Brookridge Retirement Community cost?

Brookridge Retirement Community does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Winston-Salem, NC area typically runs $8,180–$10,620 per month (median $9,130, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Brookridge Retirement Community's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Brookridge Retirement Community 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

What did inspectors find at Brookridge Retirement Community?

Brookridge Retirement Community has 5 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Brookridge Retirement Community have availability?

Typically 86% full (67 of 77 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Brookridge Retirement Community offer?

Brookridge Retirement Community in Winston-Salem, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 77 beds.

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