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St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC in Southern Pines, NC

St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC is an assisted living and memory care community in Southern Pines, NC.

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St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC in Southern Pines, NC

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105 Gossman Dr, Southern Pines, NC 28387

To contact a resident: (910) 246-1000

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.5 from 50 reviews
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St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC Costs & Pricing

St. Joseph of the Pines, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offers competitive monthly rates that reflect an attractive alternative to broader market costs in Moore County and across North Carolina. With a studio priced at $1,552, both the county average of $3,500 and the state average of $4,020 are significantly higher. For those seeking more space, the one-bedroom units at St. Joseph's come in at $1,853, which is again notably lower than the county's typical rate of $3,910 and the state average of $4,055. Additionally, two-bedroom accommodations are available for $2,336 - well below the county's $4,561 and North Carolina's $4,245 averages. This pricing structure positions St. Joseph of the Pines as an economically viable option for individuals considering senior living facilities while still receiving quality care and community engagement.

Floor plansSt. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRCMoore CountyNorth Carolina
Studio$1,552$3,500$4,020
1 Bedroom$1,853$3,910$4,055
2 Bedrooms$2,336$4,561$4,245

Overall Review of St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC

differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Care levels across needs

Residents describe a continuing-care setup that supports multiple levels over time.

Several residents and families like that there’s a pathway if needs change, with comments about eventually needing assisted living and about having “all levels of care.” Others describe moving from rehab into a skilled nursing setting and then hospice, using the same community during a decline. The campus is also described as part of a broader CCRC setup with multiple properties, rather than one single level of care.

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Staff kindness and responsiveness

Many residents and families say the staff is attentive, caring, and professional.

Across the reviews, people describe compassionate caregivers, helpful nursing staff, and an environment where questions and concerns get handled. Several reviewers specifically call out nursing aides, housekeeping, and dietary staff as part of the support team. Even when complaints are negative, the reviews still mention that some individual staff members care about patients.

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Call response and staffing concerns

Some reviews report slow response times and staffing that feels too thin.

A recurring concern is that families struggled to get help quickly, including call bells going unanswered for long stretches. Some reviewers connect the problem to being short staffed, and describe difficulty reaching nursing or not getting answers when calling. There are also accounts of delayed attention to urgent needs, alongside broader complaints that care did not meet expectations during rehab stays.

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Rehab and therapy quality varies

Therapy experiences range from outstanding to deeply disappointing.

Some reviewers praise rehab as excellent, with specific positive outcomes and supportive therapy teams. Others describe therapy that is minimal, equipment that feels unfit, and slow progress during physical therapy. Several of the most negative reviews frame rehab as ineffective overall, citing problems with attention and follow-through during patient recovery.

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Food is a mixed experience

Dining gets both praise for nutrition and criticism for quality.

On the positive side, reviews mention nutritious meals and credit dietary staff as part of improvement. Other families say the food could be better or that the menu became repetitive. Negative reviews also describe the food as atrocious, so dining seems to land differently depending on the resident’s experience.

  • A detailed floor plan featuring two bedrooms, a living room, dining area, kitchen, and bathroom.
  • A floor plan of a Cotswold-style apartment featuring two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a Carolina Room, and two balconies.
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Cleanliness and condition concerns

A portion of reviewers raise concerns about cleanliness and equipment condition.

Some reviews describe dirty floors, stained sheets or chairs, and rooms left with issues such as wet clothing. Others mention outdated or deplorable conditions and shabby equipment, alongside claims that attention to basic care needs was lacking. While some people do describe the facility as clean, the negative cleanliness reports are specific and frequent enough to stand out.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Southern Pines, North Carolina, offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment. With numerous parks nearby such as Reservoir Park and Southern Pines Park, residents can enjoy outdoor activities and relaxation in nature. There are also several places of worship including Emmanuel Episcopal Church and Saint Peter the Rock for spiritual fulfillment. Additionally, there is a selection of restaurants offering diverse cuisine options like Zayka Indian Cuisine and The Full Moon Oyster Bar. Seniors will have access to quality healthcare with physicians like Sandhills Pediatrics and Pinehurst Wellness And Urgent Care in close proximity. Pharmacies such as Walgreens and Moore Drug Company provide easy access to medications. Transportation options include U-Haul for any moving needs, while hospitals like Da Vita offer medical services nearby. For a cozy coffee break or social gathering, cafes like Starbucks and Panera Bread are conveniently located. Overall, this part of Southern Pines provides a well-rounded community with essential amenities for senior living.

Parks

  • Reservoir Park (1.4 miles)
  • Southern Pines Park (3.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Connections (2.9 miles)
  • Emmanuel Episcopal Church (3.5 miles)
  • Saint Peter the Rock (4.5 miles)
  • Trinity Christian Fellowship (5.2 miles)
  • Spaulding Chapel AME Zion Church (6.2 miles)
  • Kingdom Minded Ministry (6.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Ice Cream Parlor (3.1 miles)
  • Southern Prime Steakhouse (3.3 miles)
  • Zayka Indian Cuisine (3.6 miles)
  • The Sly Fox Pub (3.7 miles)
  • McAlister's Deli (4.1 miles)
  • The Full Moon Oyster Bar (4.3 miles)
  • Olive Garden (4.4 miles)

Physicians

  • FirstHealth Southern Pines Diagnostic Imaging (3.3 miles)
  • Sandhills Pediatrics (3.4 miles)
  • Randall R Mercier MD (3.6 miles)
  • Audiology of the Pines (3.6 miles)
  • Pinehurst wellness And Urgent Care (4 miles)
  • Sandhills Emergency Physicians (4.3 miles)
  • Sandhills Orthotics & Prosthetics (4.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (4 miles)
  • Health Innovations Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
  • Moore Drug Company (4.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (18.9 miles)
  • Womack Pharmacy Annex (22.4 miles)

Theaters

  • Carolina Cinemas Sandhills 10 (4 miles)
  • AMC Fayetteville 14 (25 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul (4.1 miles)
  • Renaissance Jet (4.6 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (6.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Da Vita (4.4 miles)
  • CNS (5.2 miles)
  • Womack Army Medical Center (21.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (4.8 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.2 miles)
  • Lol Tea and Coffee (24.8 miles)

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