Abernathy Laurels
Scout 97Newton, NC · 174 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Very limited availability
One of Newton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,860–$10,200/mo
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The Greens at Hickory
3031 Tate Boulevard Se, Hickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County
48
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 79% 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Hickory
The Greens at Hickory is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Hickory, NC, with 150 certified beds and an average of about 118 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cch Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.48 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.42 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 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 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.48 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Hickory options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 150
- Avg. residents/day
- 118
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Cch Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 345232
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 | $7,860–$10,200/mo (median $8,770) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Hickory 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
- 3.48
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.42
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 47.5%
- 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)
- 11
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-28
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-28Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-01-28Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
3031 Tate Boulevard Se, Hickory, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about The Greens at Hickory
How much does The Greens at Hickory cost?
The Greens at Hickory does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hickory, NC area typically runs $7,860–$10,200 per month (median $8,770, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is The Greens at Hickory's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Greens at Hickory 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Greens at Hickory?
Staff provide about 3.48 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Greens at Hickory?
The Greens at Hickory has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Greens at Hickory have availability?
Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Greens at Hickory offer?
The Greens at Hickory in Hickory, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 150 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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