Mc Alpine Adult Care

    3806 Kathy Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
    • Assisted Living

    Bed bugs, filth, unresponsive staff

    I see potential, but my stay was unacceptable: I found bed bugs, filthy rooms (sheets never changed; feces on walls and floors), and staff who seemed uncredentialed and unconcerned for residents. Management was inept and unresponsive - I filed a formal complaint and even had to buy basics like coffee and ice while being offered only one meal a day. Until a full investigation, cleanup, and leadership change, I wouldn't recommend.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    1.57·(7)

    Overall rating

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

      1.0
    • Staff

      1.0
    • Meals

      1.0
    • Amenities

      1.6
    • Value

      1.6

    Cons

    • Cleanliness and sanitation issues in resident rooms and common areas
    • Incontinence-care lapses and delays
    • Inadequate laundry and linen-change procedures
    • Pest-control concerns
    • Unreliable meal service and insufficient provisioning of basic beverages and supplies
    • Staffing qualification and training gaps
    • Poor management oversight and complaint-resolution processes
    • Delays in staff responsiveness to resident needs

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews present a consistent pattern of operational concerns centered on basic care and facility upkeep. Sanitation and cleanliness in resident rooms and shared spaces were described as problematic, alongside specific issues with linen-change routines and environmental maintenance. Reviewers also raised pest-control concerns and referenced conditions that suggest lapses in incontinence-related care and timely cleaning, indicating systemic weaknesses in day-to-day housekeeping and resident hygiene support.

    Care and staffing descriptions emphasize delays in attending to resident needs and questions about staff qualifications and training. Several comments call into question the facility’s credentialing and oversight of direct-care personnel, and reviewers described communication and responsiveness problems. These observations point to potential gaps in clinical supervision, staffing levels, or staff training programs that could affect routine care delivery and the timeliness of assistance.

    Dining and basic provisioning were also cited as areas of concern. Reviewers reported limited or inconsistent meal service and the need for families to supply basic items such as beverages and ice. There was little substantive information about social or recreational programming in the material provided; reviewers concentrated on foundational care and provisioning, which suggests that engagement and activities were not a prominent positive in the available feedback.

    Management and administrative processes were criticized for insufficient oversight and weak complaint-resolution. One or more reviewers referenced filing formal complaints and called for investigation, reflecting a loss of confidence in leadership and a perception that resident welfare issues were not being addressed effectively. Taken together, the pattern across reviews indicates concurrent problems in facilities maintenance, basic care procedures, dining continuity, staffing competence, and administrative accountability.

    For prospective residents and families, key areas to evaluate during a visit would include direct observation of cleanliness and linen practices, review of pest-control logs, clarification of meal schedules and what is included, verification of staff credentials and training, and a review of the facility’s process for handling complaints and incident follow-up. Consulting state inspection reports or contacting regulatory agencies may also help corroborate current operational status before making placement decisions.

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    Location

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    Mc Alpine Adult Care is located at 3806 Kathy Rd, Morganton, NC, 28655.

    About Mc Alpine Adult Care

    Mc Alpine Adult Care sits on 3806 Kathy Road in Morganton, North Carolina, and has living options for up to 10 seniors in a home-like setting, offering both private suites with kitchenettes and shared fully furnished rooms, always kept tidy with housekeeping and linen service and air-conditioning, phone, cable, and internet, so anyone can pick what fits best, whether they want a quiet space to themselves or like a shared room closer to others. Staff stand by 24 hours a day and help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, grooming, and getting in and out of bed or wheelchairs, and they'll give reminders or handle medications, manage insulin, and check in on folks who need extra care for things like diabetes, memory problems, or disabilities, and the staff can do 2-person transfers, help with incontinence care, and step in for emergencies at any hour. Meals are served daily with home-cooked dishes using organic foods and ingredients, and the cooks can change menus for people who need special diets for things like hypertension or diabetes, which takes away the worry of cooking for yourself, and if someone wants, there's always something going in the kitchen.

    Mc Alpine Adult Care sets up transportation for doctor's visits, shopping, and outings, and arranges rides for church or faith-based activities, so nobody feels stuck inside, and there's help with getting around to appointments. Folks will find group activities every day, so there's always things happening like board games, music therapy, animal therapy, exercise, and outdoor relaxation, and the schedule might include things like art, movie nights, and social events, which is good for seniors who want to stay active and enjoy company. Common areas and outdoor spaces offer room for relaxing or meeting others, and there might be things like a reading room, hot tub, sauna, or fitness room, though what's available can change, but planned recreation keeps spirits up. Residents can make appointments for a mobile hairdresser or use the barber/beauty shop right there, keeping up with grooming without having to go out.

    Living at Mc Alpine Adult Care means not worrying about yard work, repairs, cleaning, or cooking, which gives more time for rest or socializing, and if someone prefers quiet, there's a spot, and if someone likes company, there's always a place to join in. They care for adults with all kinds of needs-assisted living for those who want some help but independence too, memory care for people needing support with dementia, respite care for short stays, nursing home services, and even a continuation of care for folks who need more help later on, so it's possible to stay in one place as needs change. The staff can answer questions through online forms and offer tours for interested families, and they have unique names for their programs and care options, which shows they've put some thought into matching services to what each person actually needs, whether that's home care, independent living, or hospice.

    Life at Mc Alpine Adult Care focuses on each senior's comfort, safety, and dignity, keeping a warm and welcoming feel and offering support so residents can do as much as they're able, with help nearby when they need it.

    People often ask...

    Mc Alpine Adult Care offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,040 per month.

    Mc Alpine Adult Care offers assisted living.

    The full address for this community is 3806 Kathy Rd, Morganton, NC 28655.

    No, Mc Alpine Adult Care 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.

    Safety & Compliance

    In North Carolina, the Division of Health Service Regulation licenses adult care and assisted living facilities, posting annual, complaint, and follow-up inspection results.

    License number940740
    Facility typeAdult Care Home
    Capacity60 residents
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    Inspection Reports

    9

    Reports

    4

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    2

    Complaints

    11

    Years

    02 Apr 2025Complaint
    An investigation found multiple deficiencies related to resident care, medication administration, documentation, and facility maintenance.
    19 Jun 2024Follow-Up
    Identified hazards including unsecured oxygen bottles, lack of ground fault protection near a water source, and missing ceiling tiles that affect fire safety. Several previously cited deficiencies remained unaddressed.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306Housekeeping and Furnishings
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0310Electrical Outlets
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311Other Requirements
    19 Jun 2024Follow-Up
    Found electrical safety issues near water, unsafe oxygen storage, and general housekeeping hazards.
    • Initial Comments
    • Type A10A NCAC 13F .0306Housekeeping-Maintained Free of Hazards
    • Type A10A NCAC 13F .0310Electrical Outlets in Wet Locations
    02 Apr 2024Construction
    Found several safety hazards in the physical plant, including unsecured oxygen bottles and non-GFCI outlets near water sources. Noted additional equipment and fire-safety concerns such as a rusted water heater jacket, a missing panel breaker, and missing ceiling tiles.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306Housekeeping and furnishings
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0310Electrical Outlets in Wet Locations
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311Building Equipment Maintained Safe, Operating
    31 Oct 2017Construction
    Identified fire safety and building maintenance deficiencies, including insecure bathroom hand grips, incomplete fire drill rehearsals, and various smoke/exit hazards.
    • 10A NCAC 13F.0305Physical environment - hand grips
    • 10A NCAC 13F.0309Plan for evacuation - fire drills
    • 10A NCAC 13F.0309Smoke detectors and fire safety equipment
    31 Oct 2017Construction
    Identified multiple safety and maintenance deficiencies, including unsecured oxygen cylinders, loose hand grips, inadequate fire drill rehearsals, malfunctioning detectors and doors, and penetrations in a one-hour rated ceiling.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0305Bathrooms-Hand Grips
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306Housekeeping-Maintained Free of Hazards
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0309 PLAN FOR EVACUATIONFire Safety-Rehearsals on Each Shift
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311Building Equipment Maintained Safe, Operating
    12 Apr 2016Follow-Up
    Identified numerous deficiencies in maintenance, safety, and building systems, including outdated sanitation and fire safety reports, damaged doors and ceiling components, unsealed electrical openings, dirty ventilation components, and nonfunctional emergency and exit provisions.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0302Must Have Current Sanitation & Fire Safety Reports
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306Housekeeping and Furnishings
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306Housekeeping - Maintained Free of Hazards
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311Building Equipment Maintained Safe, Operating
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311(g)Exhaust Ventilation
    29 Dec 2015Construction
    Found multiple maintenance and safety deficiencies, including dirty HVAC components and nonfunctional door hardware.
    • Type AHVAC/Physical Plant maintenance
    • Type ABuilding equipment maintained safely and operating
    29 Dec 2015Construction
    Identified multiple safety, sanitation, and maintenance deficiencies, including outdated sanitation records, missing hand grips, damaged furnishings, fire-related construction issues, unsafe electrical and plumbing conditions, and nonfunctional ventilation.
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0302(f)Must Have Current Sanitation and Fire Safety Reports
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0305(e)(6)Bathrooms - Hand Grips
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306Housekeeping and Furnishings – Clean and Repaired
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0306(a)(5)Housekeeping – Maintained Free of Hazards
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311(a)(k)Building Equipment Maintained Safe, Operating
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311(b)(2)Unvented & Portable Electric Heaters Prohibited
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311(d)Hot Water System
    • 10A NCAC 13F .0311(g)Exhaust Ventilation

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