Friends Homes at Guilford
Scout 100Greensboro, NC · 69 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Greensboro's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,250–$10,700/mo
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Guilford Health Care Center
2041 Willow Road, Greensboro, NC 27406 · Guilford County
33
Use CautionHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 99% full (108 of 110 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Guilford Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Greensboro, NC, with 110 certified beds and an average of about 108 residents per day. It operates as part of the Lifeworks Rehab network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.36 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.27 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓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 (3.36 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Greensboro options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 110
- Avg. residents/day
- 108
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Lifeworks Rehab
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 345460
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 | $8,250–$10,700/mo (median $9,210) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Greensboro prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.36
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.27
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 57.1%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-18Severity 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.
2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy 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…
2025-04-17Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-trad…
2025-04-17Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
2025-04-17Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
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
Location
2041 Willow Road, Greensboro, NC
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Guilford Health Care Center
How much does Guilford Health Care Center cost?
Guilford Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Greensboro, NC area typically runs $8,250–$10,700 per month (median $9,210, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Guilford Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Guilford Health Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Guilford Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.36 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Guilford Health Care Center?
Guilford Health Care Center has 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Guilford Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 99% full (108 of 110 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Guilford Health Care Center offer?
Guilford Health Care Center in Greensboro, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 110 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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