Wilora Lake Healthcare Center in Charlotte, NC

Wilora Lake Healthcare Center is a nursing home community in Charlotte, NC.

Information last verified:

6001 Wilora Lake Road, Charlotte, NC 28212

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

3.6 from 87 reviews
5 stars
51
4 stars
5
3 stars
0
2 stars
3
1 stars
28

Overall Review of Wilora Lake Healthcare Center

common 25 reviews mention this

Staff kindness is a consistent theme

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, helpful, and attentive.

Many reviews emphasize that staff members are warm, approachable, and willing to help during rehab and longer stays. Several visitors also describe being met with smiles and feeling supported while their loved one is in care. A smaller set of reviews take the opposite view, describing unprofessional or uncaring interactions, which suggests experiences vary.

differentiator 10 reviews mention this

Social workers are often praised

Residents and families frequently single out the social worker for responsive guidance.

Multiple reviews mention the social worker as a key point of support—answering questions, listening to concerns, and helping families with next steps. Several families describe being assisted with placements or transfers, and others say the social worker was easy to reach and willing to advocate. Even with that praise, some reviews complain about communication gaps elsewhere in the day-to-day experience.

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is mixed but often noted

Cleanliness shows up often in reviews, with both strong praise and serious complaints.

On the positive side, several reviewers describe the facility as clean, with rooms kept up and no noticeable odors. Other reviews directly contradict that, describing strong smells, dirty bathrooms, and concerns about cleanliness in care areas. Taken together, cleanliness appears important to residents and visitors, but not everyone reports the same experience.

common 6 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy get attention

Rehabilitation and therapy are a frequent focus for families.

Some reviews describe therapy teams as knowledgeable and helpful, including being able to see the therapy gym during a tour. A few reviewers also mention rehab turning into longer-term care and crediting the team for the support they received. At the same time, a number of negative reviews raise concerns about the level of therapy, wound care, or whether care needs were followed.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Food quality and diet follow-through

Meals and diet quality come up in both positive and negative ways.

A few reviews mention meals being good or tasty and describe cuisine as country style. Others report dissatisfaction, including complaints about bad food or concerns about what a person was being served on a specialized diet. Because reviews also reference limited appetite and the need for supplements in at least one case, how meals are actually handled may vary by resident needs.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Communication and response times are challenged

Several reviews report problems reaching staff or getting timely updates.

Some negative reviews complain about delayed response, unanswered calls, or difficulty getting help when buzzed or when assistance was needed. Others mention not receiving clear information about a loved one’s care, follow-up, or discharge plans. While there are also reviews that describe staff as responsive, these communication concerns are recurring in the less-positive feedback.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 70 resident community capacity 70 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Charlotte Douglas International (11 miles away) Charlotte Douglas International (11 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • Family Care Specialty Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (3 miles)
  • Noda Bodega (3.7 miles)
  • Common Market (3.9 miles)
  • The Workman's Friend (3.9 miles)
  • Divine Barrel Brewing (4 miles)
  • Haberdish (4.3 miles)
  • Hawthorne's NY Pizza & Bar (4.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Paviol Dermatology (3.8 miles)
  • Carolina Asthma & Allergy Center (3.8 miles)
  • Cotswold Medical Clinic (3.8 miles)
  • Perry Orthopedics & Sports Medicine (3.9 miles)
  • Dermatologic Laser Center (4.3 miles)
  • Center For Wellness (6.2 miles)
  • Carolina Asthma & Allergy (6.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Sugar Creek Station (3.9 miles)
  • LYNX University City Boulevard Station (5.4 miles)
  • LYNX UNC Charlotte - Main Station (6.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Villanis Bakery (4 miles)
  • Smelly Cat Cof (4.2 miles)
  • Hex Coffee (5.6 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.3 miles)
  • Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams (6.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.6 miles)
  • The Collective Cafe (6.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St John's Baptist Church (4.5 miles)
  • St Gabriels Catholic Church (4.6 miles)
  • First Baptist Of Charlotte: Family Life Center (5.5 miles)
  • Covenant Presbyterian Church (5.6 miles)
  • Idlewild Baptist Church (5.8 miles)
  • Carmel Baptist Church (6.8 miles)
  • Sharon Baptist Church (8.2 miles)

Parks

  • First Ward Park (5.4 miles)
  • Fourth Ward Park (5.7 miles)
  • Little Sugar Creek Greenway (5.9 miles)
  • Romare Bearden Park (5.9 miles)
  • Sedgefield Neighborhood Park (6.4 miles)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Wilora Lake Healthcare Center?

Nearby Communities

  • Wilora Lake Health Care Ctr

    Wilora Lake Health Care Ctr

    Charlotte, NC

    3.7 from 94 reviews
     

    pro Meals are enjoyable and activities are engaging, with independence encouraged.

  • Brookdale Charlotte East

    Brookdale Charlotte East

    Charlotte, NC

    4.3 from 142 reviews
    $2,680 to $3,925 / month

    pro Attentive staff in a welcoming, well-maintained community with engaging activities and restaurant-style dining.

  • Homecare 1st LLC

    Homecare 1st LLC

    Charlotte, NC

     
     

    pro Secure environment with easy access to medical care, dining options, and nearby transportation.

  • The Parc At Sharon Amity

    The Parc At Sharon Amity

    Charlotte, NC

    3.4 from 33 reviews
     

    pro Clean facility with attentive staff and memory-care focus.

  • Brian Center Retirement Apartments

    Brian Center Retirement Apartments

    Charlotte, NC

    3 from 3 reviews
    $1,678 to $2,445 / month

    pro Knowledgeable management.

  • Accordius Health At Charlotte

    Accordius Health At Charlotte

    Charlotte, NC

    4.5 from 2 reviews
     

    pro Excellent staff, high-quality rooms, and restaurant-style dining with engaging activities.

  • Aldersgate

    Aldersgate

    Charlotte, NC

    4.4 from 93 reviews
    $1,551 to $1,716 / month

    pro Clean, spacious facilities with extensive amenities and a vibrant activity-filled community.

  • Charter Senior Living of Charlotte

    Charter Senior Living of Charlotte

    Charlotte, NC

    4.2 from 152 reviews
    $4,750 to $5,695 / month

    pro Genuine, caring staff in a welcoming, community-focused environment with engaging activities.

  • Brookdale Carriage Club Providence

    Brookdale Carriage Club Providence

    Charlotte, NC

    3.9 from 152 reviews
    $3,545 to $5,945 / month

    pro Friendly, accommodating staff and a welcoming community with diverse amenities and flexible care options.

Skilled Nursing Facility in Nearby Cities

Related Resources

  • caregiver dutiesTen Vital Duties of a Senior Caregiver: A Comprehensive Guide

    The guide details ten essential responsibilities of senior caregivers, including personal care, mobility assistance, medication management, and emotional support, while emphasizing the importance of safety, nutrition, and maintaining a safe living environment to enhance seniors' quality of life and independence.

  • memory games for seniors9 Stimulating Memory Activities for Seniors: Puzzles, Cards, and Much More

    The article highlights nine memory-boosting activities for seniors that enhance cognitive health and social interaction, including puzzles, trivia quizzes, and storytelling, while emphasizing the importance of adapting these activities to individual preferences to maximize enjoyment and engagement. Consistent mental engagement is linked to improved cognitive function and emotional well-being in older adults.

  • what happens when medicare stops paying for nursing home careManaging Nursing Home Expenses After Medicare Coverage Ends

    Medicare provides limited coverage for skilled nursing home care, covering full benefits for the first 20 days and partial benefits up to 100 days under certain conditions, after which families must explore alternative funding options like Medicaid or long-term care insurance to manage potentially high costs. Proactive planning is essential to navigate the complexities of financing ongoing care once Medicare coverage ends.

By clicking submit, you agree to our Partner's Terms of Use. You also consent to receive calls and texts, which may be autodialed, from our Partner. Your consent is not a condition to using our Partner's service. Please visit our Partner's Privacy Policy for information about their privacy practices.
Submit