Warren Stephens
May 2026
Very friendly place
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 69
- Inspections
- View history (15 citations)
- Community type
- Life Plan Community with entrance-fee style continuum
- Location
- Adjacent to Guilford College campus
- Housing options
- Apartments, villas, townhomes, and cottages available
- Wellness amenities
- Indoor heated pool and sports court on-site
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Friends Homes at Guilford is a Life Plan Community in Greensboro that draws praise from families for its attentive, long-term care and clean, attractive campus. Most reviewers describe staff as caring and the grounds as beautiful, though a few mention rude staff interactions and one detailed complaint about housekeeping management. Pricing is not published and one reviewer noted the community as expensive.
The Good
- Staff described as caring and supportive long-term
- Residents progress smoothly from independent living to skilled care
- Clean, spacious apartments and beautiful grounds
- Good food prepared by real chefs
- Handicap accessible with free visitor parking
- Guilford College adjacent, offering classes nearby
The Bad
- One detailed report of unprofessional, disrespectful housekeeping supervisors
- A few reviewers mention rude staff
- One reviewer called it expensive
- No published pricing information
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Friends Homes is a senior living community in Greensboro, North Carolina offering Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Fitness Center. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 55 reviews.
About Friends Homes
Friends Homes at Guilford is located in the heart of Greensboro, North Carolina, offering a peaceful setting away from the busier parts of the city. The property features lush greenery, picturesque walking paths, and beautifully landscaped courtyards for residents to enjoy. Shops, grocery stores, and restaurants are within a short walk, and Guilford College sits just across the street, giving residents access to college classes and cultural productions.
The community offers a variety of floor plans designed to fit different lifestyles and needs, including updated apartments, bright and open villa apartments, as well as spacious townhomes and cottages. These options are designed to free residents from everyday maintenance and upkeep so they can focus on enjoying retirement.
A new wellness center includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, an indoor heated pool, a sports court, and classrooms to support residents' fitness and well-being. Four distinct dining options offer local favorites along with seasonal and regional cuisine made with fresh ingredients.
Residents can take part in a range of activities that connect them with fellow residents and the surrounding area, along with ongoing learning opportunities such as college classes and computer literacy courses.
As a Life Plan Community (LPC), Friends Homes at Guilford provides independent living in private apartment or cottage homes along with on-site healthcare services, including assisted living, skilled nursing care, and memory care support, along with 24/7 care assistance as needed.
Types of Care at Friends Homes
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Multiple Floor Plans
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Fitness Center
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Outdoor Patio
- Swimming Pool
- Walking Paths
Activities
- Day Trips and Outings
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Friends Homes
4.3overall · 55 ratings combined
4.3★ on Google (55)
Tim Tickle
Jan 2026
Very clean, nice spacious apartments! Pleasantly surprised!
mr. 420bklyn
Feb 2022
the house keeping department is horrible the supervisors are VERY VERY VERY UNPROFESSIONAL.they do not respect thier employees nore do they talk to them the right way. the heads of house keeping should be fired the way they run the department.this goes for guilford as well as the west facility.
Tay Medford
Jun 2020
Thank you so much to all of the workers who continue to take amazing care of my sweet grandpa. Y’all are true heroes during this crazy time! I miss him so much but I’m comforted knowing how kind and caring everyone who works here is. Thank you thank you ❤️
Benjamin Bowden
May 2020
Mothers day parade 10/10
Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 15 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Jan 8, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard1 citation
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 1, 2026
Oct 24, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 21, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 21, 2024
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2025
Jun 1, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 1, 2023
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 1, 2023
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 1, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Friends Homes offer?
Friends Homes offers Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Friends Homes located?
Friends Homes is located at 925 New Garden Road in Greensboro, North Carolina.
What do families say about Friends Homes?
Friends Homes at Guilford is a Life Plan Community in Greensboro that draws praise from families for its attentive, long-term care and clean, attractive campus. Most reviewers describe staff as caring and the grounds as beautiful, though a few mention rude staff interactions and one detailed complaint about housekeeping management. Pricing is not published and one reviewer noted the community as expensive.
How did Friends Homes do on recent health and safety inspections?
Friends Homes had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 15 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
How can families visit Friends Homes?
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