North Carolina · Adult Care Home
Assisted Living Inspection Records in North Carolina
North Carolina adult care home star ratings and inspection reports for assisted living.
Verify before you tour. Official state inspection records reveal violations, complaints, and license status — information sales reps rarely volunteer.
Regulated by NC Division of Health Service Regulation
License category: Adult Care Home
Search tips
- Search NC ACLS database by facility name
- Review star rating if available
- Check complaint investigation results
Red flags in North Carolina
- • Low star rating with recent violations
- • Substantiated abuse complaints
- • Refusal to discuss survey history
Universal warning signs
- • Facility won't provide recent state survey or inspection results
- • High administrator or director turnover (ask how long current director has been there)
- • Staff unable to answer basic questions about dementia care or medication policies
- • Strong chemical odor, unclean common areas, or residents appearing unattended during tour
- • Pressure to sign contract before touring or before care assessment
- • Online reviews mentioning neglect — verify against official records
- • No written all-in cost estimate after care level assessment
FAQs
How do I look up assisted living inspections in North Carolina?▾
Use the NC Division of Health Service Regulation facility search portal. Search by facility name or address, then review survey citations, complaint investigations, and current license status.
What is a Adult Care Home in North Carolina?▾
Adult Care Home is the state license category for assisted living–type communities. Facilities must maintain this license and pass periodic inspections.
Can I tour a facility before checking inspection records?▾
You can, but checking records first saves time. Facilities with recent serious violations may not be worth touring. Always request their latest state survey during your visit.