Carol Clark
Jul 2026
I have had so many family members there . Every one has treated us and them with respect//
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk
185 Norwood Hollow Road4.6(130 ratings)
Part of Life Care Centers of America · 147 communities · 4.5★ average
1 / 6Quick Facts
- Total units
- 118
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 118
- Inspections
- View history (11 citations)
- Nursing coverage
- 24-hour skilled nursing care provided
- Rehab team
- In-house team of therapists and nurses
- Rehab services
- Short-term rehab and post-op recovery offered
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
The Good
- High Google rating of 4.6 from 127 reviewers
- 24-hour skilled nursing care available
- In-house therapy team using advanced equipment
- Scenic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains
- Individualized care plans for each resident
The Bad
- No published pricing information available
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk is a senior living community in Banner Elk, North Carolina offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Housekeeping and Laundry Service. Families rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 130 reviews.
About Life Care Center Of Banner Elk
Life Care Center of Banner Elk is a skilled nursing home and rehabilitation facility in Banner Elk, North Carolina, offering short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery services with 24-hour skilled nursing care.
The community features inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs supported by an in-house team of therapists and nurses who use state-of-the-art therapy equipment. Individualized care plans are created for each resident and patient, focusing on their specific goals and needs.
The facility provides a homelike atmosphere with resort-like amenities, situated with picturesque views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The community emphasizes a welcoming environment where compassionate staff members help residents and patients feel comfortable and at home.
Types of Care at Life Care Center Of Banner Elk
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Security
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Life Care Center Of Banner Elk
4.6overall · 130 ratings combined
4.6★ on Google (130)
Ena Holman
May 2026
Very nice facility.. friendly and professional staff..clean facility, no clutter . Decorated appropriately and pleasing atmosphere. Patient was well cared for, clean, safe and dry.
Peggy Pearson
Apr 2026
This is a wonderful place to rehab. The staff (in every position) is incredibly kind, patient, professional, hard working, very dedicated to the health, comfort, and progress of the patients.
Roxane Mann
Aug 2025
We visited a friend in Lifecare and the staff is amazing .Our friend is getting great care. Our only suggestion is to get new beds and new TVs. The beds are very uncomfortable and squeaky and old as we’ve had family there off and on for many years and we visited quite often. The beds appear to be the same. The TVs are teeny tiny small so I recommend you to get new beds and new TVs, but your staff is amazing. I will specifically mention Lucas. He was excellent and very attending to our friends needs. The care was excellent, and those who were being cared for at the facility were getting excellent care. We visited Saturday, August 16th. From the front desk to the people behind the counter to the attending nurses, Well, done!
Martha Shore
Aug 2025
I have visited my sister at Life Care over the last 10 days or so. . It’s always clean and all the staff are friendly and helpful. But the most important things is, the care my sister has received. She didn’t want to go to rehab. But they’ve done such a wonderful job caring for her, that it’s almost been a vacation for her. And she’s doing so much better. Thank you to each of you caring for her!!
Government Inspection History
4 inspection visits in the last three years, 11 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Aug 6, 2025Health Standard3 citations
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2025
Aug 21, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 12, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 12, 2024
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 12, 2024
May 24, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 12, 2023
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 2023
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 2023
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 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 Aug 1, 2023
Aug 19, 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 Life Care Center Of Banner Elk offer?
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Life Care Center Of Banner Elk located?
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk is located at 185 Norwood Hollow Road in Banner Elk, North Carolina.
How did Life Care Center Of Banner Elk do on recent health and safety inspections?
Life Care Center Of Banner Elk had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 11 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.
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