Nursing home · Newton, NC
Abernathy Laurels
102 Leonard Avenue, Newton, NC 28658 · (828) 464-8260
Abernathy Laurels is a 174-bed nonprofit nursing home in Newton, North Carolina (Catawba County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1977. On average it cares for 160 residents a day (about 92% of its certified beds). It is part of Everyage Senior Living, a group of 3 nursing homes. It is part of a continuing care retirement community. CMS gives it an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars; the average in North Carolina is 3.0.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | North Carolina avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.33 | 3.87 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.81 | 0.62 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.91 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 36% | 49% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 26% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | September 5, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 1 below the state average of 5 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Everyage. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Abernathy Laurels?
CMS rates Abernathy Laurels 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Abernathy Laurels have?
174 certified beds, with an average of 160 residents a day.
Does Abernathy Laurels accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Abernathy Laurels?
(828) 464-8260. Address: 102 Leonard Avenue, Newton, NC 28658.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).