Nursing homes in Kernersville, NC
Compare 3 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Kernersville, part of the Forsyth area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3.7★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Kernersville, located in Forsyth County, currently hosts three state-licensed nursing homes serving the 27284 ZIP code area. According to CMS Care Compare data, these facilities maintain an average overall rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars. Among these local options, the North Carolina State Veterans Home Kernersville stands out as the highest-rated facility, having earned a prestigious 5-star rating for its commitment to quality resident care.
Rating distribution
avg 3.7★ · 3 homesProvider mix in Kernersville
3 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Kernersville
- All homes in Kernersville score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 3 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 2 of 3 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Kernersville
| North Carolina State Veterans Home Kernersville NC DEPT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS · Large · Government | 5.0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 3 |
| Summerstone Health and Rehabilitation Center LIBERTY SENIOR LIVING · Large · For Profit | 3.0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| Piney Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center PRINCIPLE LONG TERM CARE · Medium · For Profit | 3.0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
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