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Salemtowne Retirement Community

1550 Babcock Drive

3.9(29 ratings)· Winston-Salem average: 4

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Quick Facts

Total units
100
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
100
Community type
Nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community (Life Plan)
Religious affiliation
Rooted in Moravian heritage and values
Care continuum
Residents can move to assisted living if needs change
Campus size
120-acre campus with multiple residence neighborhoods

What Families Think

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What reviewers praise

  • Nonprofit Life Plan Community with full continuum of care
  • Residents can transition to assisted living as needs change
  • 120-acre campus with independent living apartments, villas, and cottages
  • Rooted in five decades of Moravian community values

What reviewers flag

  • No published pricing information available
  • No resident reviews available to gauge day-to-day experience

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Salemtowne Retirement Community is a senior living community in Winston-Salem, North Carolina offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 29 reviews.

About Salemtowne Retirement Community

Salemtowne is a nonprofit Life Plan Community (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, offering independent living and assisted living options across a 120-acre campus. The community provides a full continuum of care, allowing residents to transition to assisted living if future healthcare needs change.

The community features spacious independent living apartments, villas, and retirement cottages located throughout distinct neighborhoods on the property. All residences are customizable and maintenance-free, designed to allow residents independence and control over their lifestyle choices.

Salemtowne emphasizes wellness and purposeful living through its onPointe program, which supports residents in healthy longevity and successful aging. The community offers a full spectrum of services and amenities designed to stimulate social, intellectual, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Established near the original home of North Carolina's Moravian settlers, Salemtowne has embraced strong Moravian roots over five decades, fostering values of warmth, respect, and fellowship. The community creates an environment of belonging and support where residents form a strong sense of community.

Assisted living is available for residents who require occasional help with activities of daily living, ensuring peace of mind as care needs evolve.

Types of Care at Salemtowne Retirement Community

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Multiple Floor Plans
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Wi-Fi / High-Speed Internet

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Salemtowne Retirement Community

3.9overall · 29 ratings combined

3.9★ on Google (29)

Edward Morrison

Jul 2026

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The nurses CNA’s PA’s physical therapist were all great. I chose Salemtowne over other facilities for my rehabilitation because of their reputation. Great reviews. However if you are in the VA system stay away from this facility. My case worker assured she would take care of all my in home care provided by the VA. She did nothing. I was told by the VA that no request were made by her or Salemtowne. In the end I had to do it myself. A call to Salemtowne about my experience with the caseworker and to file a complaint has yet to be returned

Brooke Suiter

May 2025

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I stayed at the Salemtowne Rehab facility in October 2019 for 9 days following knee replacement surgery and was so impressed with the top notch cAre I received at that time. Then in October 2024 I returned following gall bladder surgery for 48 miserable hours of inadequate care: no working HVAC, no call button that could reach the chair, no meal one day, uncomfortable mattress( replaced the following day with a good one) indifferent caregivers, no shower assistance and a defensive and indifferent administration apparently uninterested in hearing feedback or making changes. STAY AWAY! I then had excellent in home care during my recovery.

William Herrera

Dec 2024

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Spend some time with a friend who volunteers at the Hispanic League and lives here. This retirement community is nestled between Bethabra and Indiana Ave. It is a pretty big size property with several entrances, with two of them being for visitors. It is a gated community and you must pass through a gate and a security guard to get in. They offer single family stand alone homes, apartments and condos as well as Assisted living care in a separate building. They also have a rehab building. There are lots of activities for the seniors here and they keep them busy and entertained. The staff is very hospitable and caring with all the residents. They make you feel welcome and warm. The area is maintained and landscape is always on point. I would love to live here when I am older.

Rita Ennis

Jul 2024

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I'm thrilled with my new home at Salemtowne! The assistance I received to customize my home and move in was spectacular. The many activities have both expanded my knowledge and given me great opportunities to meet other residents. Life here is comfortable and stimulating and I'm grateful for the many employees and fellow residents who help to make it so.

Florina Byrd

Aug 2019

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This is indeed a very, very nice retirement community!! I have several friends who live here and they have expressed to me that they feel safe living at Salemtowne. They enjoy the activities, the food, the religious services, and the socialization among each other. In addition, they love the landscaping as well as the cleanliness of the facilities. There is a wonderful young lady, Constance, who works at Salemtowne, and the residents truly love and appreciate her. She is so attentive, compassionate, patient, courteous, and she certainly LOVES the residents. I am very glad that I had the opportunity to meet her, and this young lady is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!! Thank you, Constance, for everything you do to bring so many smiles and words of encouragement to my friends and the other residents at Salemtowne.

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Government Inspection History

6 inspection visits in the last three years, 8 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Mar 26, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 1, 2026

Dec 19, 2025Health Standard1 citation
  • 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 Feb 16, 2026

May 20, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 27, 2025

Sep 12, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 18, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024

Apr 20, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
  • Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 18, 2023

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2023

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2023

Nov 18, 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 Salemtowne Retirement Community offer?

Salemtowne Retirement Community offers Assisted Living, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Salemtowne Retirement Community located?

Salemtowne Retirement Community is located at 1550 Babcock Drive in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

How did Salemtowne Retirement Community do on recent health and safety inspections?

Salemtowne Retirement Community had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 8 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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