Nursing homes in Hickory, NC

Compare 4 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Hickory, part of the Catawba area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3.8★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.

Residents searching for long-term care in Hickory, North Carolina, can choose from four local nursing homes located throughout Catawba County. According to CMS Care Compare data, these facilities hold an average overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, with two locations currently achieving a perfect 5-star designation. Among these top-tier options, Trinity Ridge, operated by Lutheran Services Carolinas, stands out as a high-performing facility serving the 28601 and 28602 ZIP codes.

What to look for in Hickory

• 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
• 2 of 4 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
• 2 homes hold the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
• 2 of 4 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 4 highest rated nursing homes in Hickory

1. 1
   Trinity Ridge

   LUTHERAN SERVICES CAROLINAS · Large
   5.0
2. 2
   Trinity Village

   LUTHERAN SERVICES CAROLINAS · Medium
   5.0
3. 3
   The Greens at Viewmont

   CCH HEALTHCARE · Medium
   3.0
4. 4
   The Greens at Hickory

   CCH HEALTHCARE · Large
   2.0

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