Quick answers
- Where is Abernathy Laurels?
- 102 Leonard Avenue, Newton, NC 28658, in Catawba County, North Carolina.
- What is the phone number of Abernathy Laurels?
- (828) 464-8260, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Abernathy Laurels?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Abernathy Laurels been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Abernathy Laurels.
- What did inspectors find at Abernathy Laurels?
- In its last three inspection cycles (April 13, 2023 to September 5, 2025), Medicare lists 3 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (April 13, 2023 to September 5, 2025), Abernathy Laurels had 3 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.33 hours per resident per day; the North Carolina average is 3.87 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: September 5, 2025 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: September 5, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
Previous cycle: July 11, 2024 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 11, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0695 Level E
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0578 Level D
“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.”
Earlier cycle: April 13, 2023 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 13, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (4)
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0918 Level D
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0918 Level D
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | North Carolina | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.81 | 0.62 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.59 | 0.88 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.93 | 2.37 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.33 | 3.87 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.91 | 3.40 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.30 | 0.41 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 35.6% | 48.7% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 26.5% | 45.7% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 3 nursing homes: Everyage Senior Living.
Legal business name: Everyage.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyage | Direct owner | — | December 14, 1987 |
| Everyage | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | December 14, 1987 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 174 |
| Average residents per day | 159.9 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Everyage Senior Living |
| Legal business name | Everyage |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1977-01-17 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 102 Leonard Avenue, Newton, NC 28658 |
| County | Catawba County |
| State | North Carolina |
| Phone | (828) 464‑8260 |
| CMS Certification Number | 345161 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Conover Nursing and Rehabilitation Center4.9 mi · Conover, NC · 5 of 5 stars
- The Greens at Hickory8.6 mi · Hickory, NC · 2 of 5 stars
- Trinity Ridge10 mi · Hickory, NC · 3 of 5 stars
- Trinity Village11 mi · Hickory, NC · 5 of 5 stars
- The Greens at Viewmont11 mi · Hickory, NC · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Catawba Valley Medical Center6.6 mi · Hickory, NC · Acute Care Hospital
- Frye Regional Medical Center11 mi · Hickory, NC · Acute Care Hospital
- Atrium Health Lincoln11 mi · Lincolnton, NC · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13