nursing home in Fork, SC
Carlyle Senior Care of Fork
1727 Buck Swamp Road, Fork, SC 29543 · (843) 464-6212
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Carlyle Senior Care of Fork at a glance
Carlyle Senior Care of Fork is a 111-bed for-profit nursing home in Fork, South Carolina (Dillon County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 18, 2025) found 1 health citation. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 34.6% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 111
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Carlyle Senior Care
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1972
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Dillon County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425093
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.56 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.34 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.18 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.18 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.6% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 12 | 42.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 111 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 105 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.4% | 87.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.9% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 23.5% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22.5% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 27.9% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.1% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.3% | 3.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 14.9% | 21% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.8% | 16.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.1% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 91.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.9% | 78% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82% | 81.5% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| August 23, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| August 23, 2023 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| August 23, 2023 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| August 23, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| August 23, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| August 23, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| August 23, 2023 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected September 22, 2023 |
| June 10, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW DAY HEALTH VENTURES, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2016 |
| ARNETTE, EDISON B Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Carlyle Senior Care of Fork's rating?
Carlyle Senior Care of Fork has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Carolina nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Carlyle Senior Care of Fork receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Carlyle Senior Care of Fork accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Carlyle Senior Care of Fork?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Carlyle Senior Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Carlyle Senior Care of Fork and how do I contact it?
Carlyle Senior Care of Fork is at 1727 Buck Swamp Road, Fork, SC 29543. Phone: (843) 464-6212.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.