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Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston

Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston is a nursing home community in Kinston, NC.

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  • Interior

    A spacious and modern lounge area featuring comfortable seating and ample natural light.

  • Building

    A beautifully designed residential community center surrounded by well-maintained landscaping on a sunny day.

  • Bedroom

    A well-lit hospital patient room featuring a single bed, wooden flooring, and essential furniture.

  • Dining

    A beautifully set dining table with a colorful floral arrangement, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen featuring wooden cabinets, sleek countertops, and essential appliances.

  • Lighting

    A spacious interior hall designed for events, featuring a wooden floor and modern lighting.

  • Artwork

    A modern office space featuring a flat-screen TV, shelves, and framed artwork on the walls.

  • Natural Light

    A comfortable lounge area featuring modern furniture and ample natural light.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A spacious fitness area equipped with various exercise machines, designed for rehabilitation and general health.

  • Salon

    A spacious and well-lit hair salon area featuring modern furniture and a stylish design.

2150 Hull Road, Kinston, NC 28504

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

4.4 from 87 reviews
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Overall Review of Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Staffing and follow-through are mixed

Several residents’ families describe staffing and response gaps that affected safety and timely care.

While many reviews are positive about care, a recurring concern is staffing and whether help is available when it is needed. Some families describe falls and being concerned their loved one was not safe, including difficulty with monitoring when someone attempted to get up. Other reviewers mention minimal care during shifts or challenges getting timely responses to requests. Taken together, these accounts suggest the experience can depend heavily on day-to-day coverage.

common 15 reviews mention this

Clean, well-kept facility stands out

Residents and families repeatedly mention the building is clean and well maintained.

Multiple reviews highlight cleanliness, including comments about rooms and common areas looking neat and well kept. Several reviewers also mention that the facility does not have unpleasant odors, which they contrast with other nursing homes. Even among critical reviews, there are references to hygiene and housekeeping that point to how much cleanliness affects the overall impression. Overall, cleanliness comes through as one of the most consistently cited positives.

common 5 reviews mention this

Food quality is consistently praised

Many reviewers say the food is good and plentiful, with some noting options for preferences.

Dining comes up often in straightforward terms, with multiple reviews saying the food is very good or great. Families also describe meals as abundant and sometimes adjustable based on what their loved one likes. This aligns with the community offering restaurant-style dining and dietary support such as special dietary restrictions. For families comparing places, food quality is a frequent reason they feel comfortable with the move.

  • A beautifully set dining table with a colorful floral arrangement, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Therapy and rehab support is strong

Reviews frequently credit therapy and rehab for noticeable progress and engagement.

Several residents’ families describe positive results from physical and occupational therapy, including improvements after a difficult rehab experience elsewhere. Others say therapy staff are attentive and that treatment helped their loved one become more mobile or better supported day to day. The community also provides therapy-focused care levels such as skilled nursing, which fits with the way reviewers talk about rehab and ongoing therapy involvement. While not every review is about outcomes, therapy is one of the clearest strengths that comes through.

common 6 reviews mention this

Social activities help fill the day

Many reviews mention social activities and programs that keep residents engaged.

Reviews commonly describe a schedule with activities such as bingo, game nights, and other events that offer structure beyond basic care. Some families also say their loved ones stay busy with exercise and programs, and that therapy teams help drive day-to-day engagement. A few reviewers note gaps at certain times, like fewer late-afternoon options while waiting for dinner. Overall, activities are a frequent part of the positive day-to-day experience.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Communication and responsiveness vary

Some families report communication issues and delays when they needed action or updates.

Alongside praise for being kept informed, a couple of reviewers describe problems getting timely answers or follow-through on specific requests. One account focuses on frustrations around care planning and transportation decisions, while another mentions difficulty resolving administrative communication after a prepaid period. These complaints stand out because they relate to being heard and getting updates when families expected them. This suggests families may want to clarify expectations for communication up front.

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Features

Housing

  • 100 resident community capacity 100 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

  • 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

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