The Carolina Highlands at Village Green

    1919 Fordham Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Spacious, clean, caring, family-like community

    I toured Carolina Highlands and was impressed - spacious, clean apartments with plenty of storage, beautiful grounds, and thoughtful amenities. The staff (Chef Alicia included) were welcoming, informative, and genuinely caring, and residents seemed happy; activities and dining are excellent. I left feeling confident this is a comfortable, family-like place that offers peace of mind.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    4.71·(21)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.9
    • Meals

      4.8
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      3.5

    Pros

    • Friendly, welcoming staff
    • Compassionate staff–resident interactions
    • Knowledgeable and helpful management and tour staff
    • Chef-led dining program with appealing menus
    • Clean, well-maintained dining and common areas
    • Active, varied activity calendar
    • Spacious apartment homes with ample storage
    • Multiple floorplan options (one-, two-, three-bedroom)
    • Family-like, homey community atmosphere
    • Competitive pricing compared with alternatives

    Cons

    • Limited photographic documentation of residents, visitors, and activities
    • Limited meal transparency and schedule clarity
    • Pricing and affordability concerns

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews present a consistently positive portrait of daily life at The Carolina Highlands at Village Green, with repeated emphasis on staff quality and resident experience. Care-related impressions center on staff who are described as friendly, welcoming and compassionate; staff–resident interactions are characterized as respectful and attentive, contributing to residents’ sense of dignity and peace of mind. Desk staff, tour guides, and management are noted as knowledgeable and responsive, and several comments indicate long-term residents and families express gratitude toward the caregiving team.

    Dining and activities are prominent strengths in the summaries. The community is described as having a strong, chef-led dining program with appealing menu offerings and a clean dining environment. Reviewers highlighted structured meal service and an overall enjoyment of the food. The activities program appears active and varied—examples include bingo, arts and crafts, movies, social hours, happy hours, puzzles, and games—supporting social engagement and a lively community atmosphere.

    Physical facilities and unit features receive favorable mention. Apartments are described as spacious with ample storage and multiple floorplan choices (one-, two-, and three-bedroom), and the community is characterized as neat, well-maintained, and attractive. Review experiences emphasize a warm, family-like environment and settings that reduce the burden of maintaining a large private home. Tour experiences are repeatedly described as positive, with staff answering questions and leaving a strong overall impression.

    Notable patterns and areas for improvement: reviewers repeatedly praised staff, dining, activities, and the living environment, but they also identified a few operational transparency gaps. Photographic documentation available to prospective families appears limited—photos were noted primarily of rooms and the lobby, with few images of residents, visitors, or activities—making it harder for outsiders to assess daily life visually. There is also some ambiguity around meal details and scheduling that prospective residents may want clarified during a visit. Finally, while several reviewers found pricing competitive relative to prior placements, affordability remains a consideration for some families; clearer pricing guidance and cost-comparison information could assist decision-making.

    Overall, the summaries depict a community with strong interpersonal culture, a robust dining and activities offering, and well-appointed living spaces. Prospective residents and families would likely benefit from an in-person visit focused on meal schedules, sample menus, and a chance to observe programming; requesting additional visual documentation or testimonials may help address the transparency concerns noted above.

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    Location

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    The Carolina Highlands at Village Green is located at 1919 Fordham Dr, Fayetteville, NC, 28304.

    About The Carolina Highlands at Village Green

    The Carolina Highlands at Village Green sits in Fayetteville and gives seniors a comfortable place to live, with a focus on keeping everyone safe and cared for, and really making people feel welcome, like they're part of a family, which can mean a lot as folks settle in. You'll find independent living and assisted living available, so residents can pick what fits best, and there's staff on hand to help with everyday needs like medication, transfer assistance, and personal care when needed, plus they offer things like housekeeping, laundry, and meal services that help keep life running smoothly, with the added comfort of private rooms and kitchenettes if someone wants that. The whole place is set up for both safety and comfort, with things like walk-in showers, grab bars, and elevators for getting around the two-story building, plus security from being a gated community and having controlled access, not to mention 24-hour emergency maintenance for peace of mind.

    The community offers plenty to keep folks busy and connected, with a schedule full of group fitness, yoga, and Tai Chi, plus a fitness center with cardio equipment, treadmills, bikes, and weights, and there's both indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxing, walking, or sitting on the patio among well-kept lawns and ponds, or even out by the pretty azaleas that bloom in the gardens. You'll notice a library for quiet reading, a movie theater for enjoying films together, and a lounge where people gather, often led by a social director organizing different activities, parties, and outings-sometimes even visits from college professors for talks, and classes for computer skills. Residents eat together in a dining room that serves restaurant-style meals, with three meals on weekdays and menu options on Sundays, and the food is known for being both tasty and made with good ingredients, which folks seem to really appreciate. Pets up to 35 pounds are allowed, which can make a big difference for residents who want a little company, and there's covered parking, so folks don't have to worry about the weather.

    Apartments come in several sizes-one, two, or three bedrooms-plus options with balconies, walk-in closets, in-unit laundry, and private bathrooms, and all those little extras help people settle in comfortably, with neighbors nearby and plenty of ways to stay active if they choose. Life enrichment activities and wellness programs are part of daily life, so everyone has chances to stay healthy, learn new things, or find others with shared interests, and there's a real feeling of community as people build friendships and join in with social events like happy hours or festive gatherings. The Carolina Highlands works with The Carolina Inn for assisted living or extra help as needs change, so there's a strong continuum of care, and the staff makes sure to treat people with dignity while also encouraging independence as much as possible.

    With no yard work or home repairs to worry about, and both the grounds and building cared for year-round, seniors who move here can really focus on enjoying their days-whether that's spending time outdoors, trying a new class, or joining others for a meal or an activity. The community can feel peaceful and homey, with southern charm and good company, while the staff remains known for being kind and helpful, always ready to lend support or a cheerful word, all within an easy to understand setup that just seems to work well for many folks as they age.

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    The Carolina Highlands at Village Green offers independent living and assisted living.

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    No, The Carolina Highlands at Village Green does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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