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The Arbor

300 Clynelish Close, Pittsboro, NC 27312 · Chatham County

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 53% full — availability is generally good.

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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One of Pittsboro's top-rated skilled nursing communities

The Arbor is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Pittsboro, NC, with 16 certified beds and an average of about 8 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 6.17 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.40 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 10%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $6,350 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (6.17 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 16
Avg. residents/day: 8
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 345539

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
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$3,300–$8,100/mo (median $6,570)	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: 6.17; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.40; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 10%; 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): 0
Federal fines: 2 ($6,350)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2026-04-15
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-03-12Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

2024-01-10Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2024-01-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2024-01-10Severity 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…

2024-01-10Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

2024-01-10Severity B — minimalResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate 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.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2023-10-02	Fine	$2,117
2023-09-11	Fine	$4,233

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available

Location

300 Clynelish Close, Pittsboro, NC

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Common questions about The Arbor

How much does The Arbor cost?

The Arbor does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pittsboro, 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 The Arbor's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at The Arbor?

Staff provide about 6.17 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 10% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at The Arbor?

The Arbor has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does The Arbor have availability?

Typically 53% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does The Arbor offer?

The Arbor in Pittsboro, NC offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 16 beds.

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