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Trinity Grove

631 Junction Creek Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412 · New Hanover County

3.0CMS overall rating(910) 442-3000 Visit website ↗

Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 93% full (93 of 100 beds occupied on an average day).

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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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Wilmington

Trinity Grove is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Wilmington, NC, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 93 residents per day. It operates as part of the Lutheran Services Carolinas network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 4.21 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.87 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $102,910 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

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.21 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•$102,910 in federal fines
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Wilmington, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 100
Avg. residents/day: 93
Ownership: Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain: Lutheran Services Carolinas
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 345554

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	$8,570–$11,110/mo (median $9,560)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$3,270–$8,000/mo (median $6,500)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Wilmington 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: 4.21; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.87; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 44.1%; National avg ≈ 52%

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): 5
Federal fines: 4 ($102,910)
Total penalties: 4
Last standard survey: 2025-09-18
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-09-18Severity G — actual harmFrom 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.

2025-09-18Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

2025-09-18Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-09-18Severity C — minimalNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

2025-09-18Severity B — minimalResident 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.

2024-10-10Severity G — actual harmFreedom 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.

2024-10-10Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2024-10-10Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

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
2025-09-18	Fine	$64,740
2024-10-10	Fine	$21,085
2024-08-05	Fine	$8,542
2024-08-05	Fine	$8,543

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
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

631 Junction Creek Drive, Wilmington, 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 Trinity Grove

How much does Trinity Grove cost?

Trinity Grove does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wilmington, NC area typically runs $8,570–$11,110 per month (median $9,560, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Trinity Grove's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Trinity Grove?

Staff provide about 4.21 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Trinity Grove?

Trinity Grove has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Trinity Grove have availability?

Typically 93% full (93 of 100 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Trinity Grove offer?

Trinity Grove in Wilmington, NC offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 100 beds.

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