Linda L
Mar 2026
We were looking for a retirement community, preferably in Black Mountain and we found it. No pool, but everything else we were looking for and they are thinking about adding a pool. If not, the Y is nearby and has a pool.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 60
- Inspections
- View history (14 citations)
- Community type
- Life Plan Community with full healthcare continuum
- Pool availability
- No on-site pool; nearby YMCA has one
- History
- Operating for more than 50 years
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families describe Givens Highland Farms as a close-knit, nature-focused Life Plan Community where staff know residents by name and residents enjoy a strong sense of belonging. Most reviewers praise the mountain setting, dining, and variety of activities, though one visitor reported serious cleanliness and food-quality issues during a stay.
The Good
- Staff learn residents' names and build personal relationships
- Scenic mountain setting with walking trails
- Wide range of activities and social groups
- Well-regarded dining room and extensive library
- Strong sense of community and belonging among residents
The Bad
- One report of dirty room, broken furniture, and poor food quality
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Givens Highland Farms is a senior living community in Black Mountain, North Carolina offering Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 101 reviews.
About Givens Highland Farms
Givens Highland Farms is a fully licensed Life Plan Community in Black Mountain, North Carolina, offering independent living and a complete healthcare continuum for active seniors.
The community is nestled at the base of the Western North Carolina mountains in the charming town of Black Mountain, just minutes from downtown and a short drive to Asheville. The natural setting features spectacular views of the Western North Carolina mountains and has been certified as a Wildlife-Friendly Community.
Givens Highland Farms promotes active retirement living and individuality, gathering residents from many walks of life with fascinating backgrounds and considerable talents. The community fosters a neighborhood approach to living where residents experience a genuine sense of belonging and community. Residents come from diverse professional and personal backgrounds, with some continuing professional careers, others engaging in volunteer activities, and many pursuing new passions.
The community emphasizes meaningful opportunities for neighborly fellowship and genuine social connection. Residents share their talents and life stories to uplift friends and neighbors, creating an intangible feeling of belonging from the first visit to campus.
Givens Highland Farms has celebrated more than 50 years of community and camaraderie, continuing to offer choices that enrich residents' lives through its Life Plan model that provides independent living with services supporting the complete healthcare continuum.
Types of Care at Givens Highland Farms
Independent Living
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Multiple Floor Plans
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Outdoor Patio
- Transportation Services
- Walking Paths
Activities
- Arts and Crafts
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Givens Highland Farms
4.3overall · 101 ratings combined
4.3★ on Google (101)
Rosemary Percival
Jan 2025
My grandmother moved here about 2 years ago. She is so happy and is so pleased with the place. It makes my family and I feel good to know this! My dad, who lives nearby in Black Mountain, is also very pleased with the establishment and the staff. He comes once a week to teach the residents drumming and he adores it. It's like one big family! I hear the executive director is very caring and genuine. They even stayed there during the hurricane to be sure the residents were in good hands. Thank you Highlands for taking such great care of my grandma and the rest of the community. 🙏🏼
Personal Acct
Jul 2022
Givens Highland Farms attracted me and my wife because of the rural nature of the campus and choice of available residences. The openness and beauty of the landscape as well as the gentle slopes of the streets and walking trails made us feel like we have space to roam. As second-generation residents (my wife's mother lived here for 15 years) we were familiar with the personal relationships that develop between staff and residents - most staff make it a point to learn your name. We have found it refreshing to know that we can participate in as many or as few activities as we desire. While some amenities have been affected by construction (wood shop and greenhouse), others have been accommodated in temporary spaces at other places on campus until construction is complete. Having now lived on campus for over 4 years, we have enjoyed the meals served in the dining room, the extensive library, video collection, puzzle choices, and participation in some of the social groups. Based on our experience we know we made the right choice in moving to GHF.
Ann Herring
Feb 2021
Since the beginning, our experiences at Givens Highland Farms have been amazing. The staff is wonderful-our needs and requests are addressed quickly and efficiently. We can’t begin to commend them enough-compassion and kindness are top priorities with them. The residents are incredibly lovely people with very interesting life stories. We are so happy and carefree-living in this beautiful setting with gorgeous mountains surrounding us. Waking up each day realizing we get to choose how we enjoy the day with many great opportunities available. We have one regret-we wish we had made the move a couple of years earlier.
Monica Veckruise
Jun 2019
I just visit grandpa and is very sad to see how this place has change so much. Attached you can see some of the old chair in the main eating area where this old folks have to struggle to seat. I was afraid it was going to be get broke and grandpa has to suffer an accident. Food was terrible! it look like a year old frozen fish that I couldn't eat! but the worst was the room we stayed ( more expensive then any hotel)had dust every where, dirty sheets and I could lock the patio door because the lock was broke....
Government Inspection History
4 inspection visits in the last three years, 14 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Aug 15, 2025Health Standard3 citations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 12, 2025
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 12, 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 Sep 12, 2025
Aug 22, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 20, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 20, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 19, 2024
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 19, 2024
Apr 27, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 19, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 24, 2023
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 19, 2023
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 19, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 19, 2023
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 24, 2023
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected May 23, 2023
Jul 28, 2021Fire Safety StandardNo citations
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 Givens Highland Farms offer?
Givens Highland Farms offers Independent Living.
Where is Givens Highland Farms located?
Givens Highland Farms is located at 200 Tabernacle Rd in Black Mountain, North Carolina.
What do families say about Givens Highland Farms?
Families describe Givens Highland Farms as a close-knit, nature-focused Life Plan Community where staff know residents by name and residents enjoy a strong sense of belonging. Most reviewers praise the mountain setting, dining, and variety of activities, though one visitor reported serious cleanliness and food-quality issues during a stay.
How did Givens Highland Farms do on recent health and safety inspections?
Givens Highland Farms had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 14 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 Givens Highland Farms?
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