AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Caring staff, overwhelmed, poor food

    I placed my mother in this new, six-resident facility and, on balance, I recommend it. The director and Miss Tracy were personally involved - professional, family-like staff who rehabbed her after a hip fracture, took her out to eat while bedridden, and stayed dedicated through end-of-life, giving exceptional attention to detail and real peace of mind. Downsides: staff are often overwhelmed with turnover, some needs went unmet, and the food was terrible.

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    4.14 · 7 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      1.0
    • Amenities

      4.1
    • Value

      4.1

    Pros

    • Professional and attentive staff
    • High-quality, personalized care
    • Exceptional attention to detail
    • Comprehensive, family-like support
    • Dedicated end-of-life care
    • Successful rehabilitation outcomes (hip fracture recovery)
    • Daily hands-on care providing peace of mind and reduced stress
    • Small, home-like facility (maximum 6 residents)
    • Involved, caring director who advocates for residents
    • One-of-a-kind/phenomenal service noted by reviewers
    • Safe and comfortable environment
    • Recommended by multiple reviewers

    Cons

    • Staffing issues—some staff reported as overwhelmed
    • Staff turnover concerns
    • Inconsistent care at times; some needs not met
    • Poor dining experience/terrible food reported
    • Some families had very negative experiences and moved residents
    • Very small size may limit resources or not suit all residents

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the review summaries is predominantly positive but mixed: many reviewers praise the high quality of care, personalized attention, and the small, home-like environment, while a minority report significant problems related to staffing, food, and consistency of care. Across the positive accounts there is a clear pattern of individualized, attentive caregiving: staff are described as professional, dedicated, and family-like, providing daily hands-on support that brought families peace of mind and reduced stress. Specific praise includes successful rehabilitation after a hip fracture, attentive end-of-life care, and standout individuals such as "Miss Tracy" and a director who demonstrated personal involvement by taking bedridden residents out to eat. Several reviewers explicitly called the service "one-of-a-kind," "phenomenal," or "high-quality," and recommended the facility as a great fit for their parents. The maximum occupancy of six residents is repeatedly noted as contributing to an intimate, safe, and comfortable setting where staff can cover details comprehensively.

    However, there are notable and recurring concerns that temper the positive impressions. Some reviews describe staff as overwhelmed and point to turnover as a problem, which in a very small facility can have an outsized impact on continuity and reliability of care. A few families reported that resident needs were not met and that they ultimately moved their loved ones out after an "awful" experience. Dining quality is another specific area of complaint—several summaries mention "terrible food," which contrasts sharply with other aspects of the care experience. These negative reports suggest inconsistency: while many residents received excellent, individualized care, others encountered gaps that materially affected their experience.

    Management and leadership appear to be a strength for many families: reviewers highlight an involved director who cares about resident wellbeing and is willing to go above and beyond. This kind of hands-on management likely contributes to the high marks for attention to detail and family-like care. At the same time, the small size (6-resident cap) that creates an intimate atmosphere may also be a double-edged sword—it supports personalized service but can magnify staffing shortages and turnover, making the facility vulnerable to periods of strain.

    In summary, Divine Family Care Homes is frequently described as a safe, comfortable, and highly attentive small facility that delivers personalized, high-quality care for many residents—especially those who benefit from close staff attention and a home-like environment. Families valuing individualized rehabilitation support, consistent daily care, and an involved director are likely to view it favorably. Prospective residents and families should, however, probe staffing stability, turnover rates, and food/dining arrangements during their evaluation, since several reviews indicate those areas have caused serious dissatisfaction for some families. The facility may be an excellent fit for those prioritizing small size and individualized attention but less appropriate for families seeking larger-staffed operations with more robustness against turnover or a stronger dining program.

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    About Divine Family Care Homes

    Divine Family Care at Mason Street is a licensed family care home in Franklinton, North Carolina, where six seniors can live together in a cozy ranch-style house, sharing home-cooked meals in the naturally lit kitchen and relaxing in comfortable living spaces or the outdoor sitting area that faces quiet, peaceful landscapes, which really helps create a homelike setting that helps people feel at ease throughout the day as they visit with caregivers and one another, and the staff always keep an eye on everyone, because there are caregivers on-site 24 hours a day who help with things like personal care, bathing, transportation, and medication, and if a resident needs help with diabetes, the trained team manages blood sugar, insulin, meals, and all the details with steady hands, which makes families feel some relief knowing their loved one is in good hands, and those with incontinence issues get care that's discreet and respectful, with caregivers that know how to preserve everyone's dignity. Residents have private or semi-private rooms-with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms-so everyone finds what fits them best, and all care plans get adapted so each person gets what they specifically need at the moment, whether that's help with showering, moving around, or just someone to keep company. The home can accommodate those who don't walk easily or use wheelchairs, and the resident group size never goes above six, which keeps everything personal-two caregivers for six people means everyone gets noticed, even more than in big places, and the whole community director gets involved to make sure all needs are watched over. The team plans daily activities and socials to encourage new friendships, and you can tell the staff gets to know each person's habits and preferences, which adds to the warm feeling. The house is fully licensed, with fire sprinklers and a backup generator for safety, plus a security system in place, and with the residential neighborhood location that's calm and inviting, people coming from larger facilities sometimes feel like it's easier to settle in and get comfortable here. Divine Family Care at Mason Street offers a full range of assisted living services at a lower cost than full nursing homes, and while prices aren't published, families who stop in see firsthand the clean environment, nutritious meals, loving caregivers, and round-the-clock help that set this board and care home apart. With a rating of 3.0 stars from three reviews, people say it delivers steady, health-centered care, and staff do their best to promote independence so everyone can stay as involved and healthy as possible while growing older, all in a close, friendly household where each person feels like they're part of something.

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