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Carver Living Center

303 East Carver Street, Durham, NC 27704 · Durham County

1.0CMS overall rating(919) 471-3558 Visit website ↗

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available.

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

Our evaluation

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

Carver Living Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Durham, NC, with 232 certified beds and an average of about 180 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cch Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.46 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $128,554 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.46 hrs/resident/day)
•13 deficiencies at last survey
•$128,554 in federal fines
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Durham options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 232
Avg. residents/day: 180
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Cch Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 345434

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,660–$11,250/mo (median $9,680)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Durham 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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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.46; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.47; National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

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

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 13
Federal fines: 4 ($128,554)
Total penalties: 5
Last standard survey: 2025-02-07
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (49 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-05-22Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

2025-05-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-04-11Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-02-07Severity J — immediate jeopardyInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-05-22	Fine	$13,855
2025-04-11	Fine	$14,511
2025-02-07	Fine	$17,345
2023-09-28	Fine	$82,843
2023-09-28	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Private rooms available

Location

303 East Carver Street, Durham, NC

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Carver Living Center

How much does Carver Living Center cost?

Carver Living Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Durham, NC area typically runs $8,660–$11,250 per month (median $9,680, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Carver Living Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Carver Living Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Carver Living Center?

Staff provide about 3.46 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Carver Living Center?

Carver Living Center has 49 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Carver Living Center have availability?

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Carver Living Center offer?

Carver Living Center in Durham, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 232 beds.

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