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VOCA-SANDBURG GROUP HOME
9317 SANDBURG AV, Charlotte, NC 28213
Residential Care · NC permit/State ID 2060430172
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedAug 6, 2026
Inspections on record14
On record sinceOct 16, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Oct 16, 2013Lower is betterAug 6, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 6, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 1, 2025 6 demerits · 2 violations
#1 · Floors and carpets kept clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1607 All floors shall be kept clean and in good repair.- Observed flooring under beds in bedrooms and laundry room behind the machines need detail cleaning and keep clean. - Observed damaged floor in room 5. Repair needed. Observed dust and debris in laundry room floor, behind machines. Cleaning needed and keep clean.
#8 · Facilities clean and in good repair −4
15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a) Residential care facilities shall provide toilet, handwashing, and bathing facilities that are available for use by residents and employees that are kept clean and in good repair.- Observed mildew and build up under at the bottom of shower chairs in bathroom. Detail cleaning needed. Keep clean.
Oct 3, 2024 4 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- PIC: Manica Mitchel present during inspection
#1 · Floors and carpets kept clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1607 All floors shall be kept clean and in good repair.- Observed flooring under beds in bedrooms and laundry room behind the machines need detail cleaning and keep clean.
#6 · Ventilation equipment clean and in good repair −2
15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b) Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair.- Observed AC ceiling vent need cleaning and keep clean.
#43 · Vomitus and diarrheal clean up supplies; written plan available
15A NCAC 18A .1621 (d) The residential care facility shall have gloves, personal protective equipment, disinfectant, individual disposable towels, and a coagulating agent on-site for employees to use and a written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitus or fecal matter on facility surfaces. The procedure shall specify the actions that employees shall take to minimize the exposure of employees, residents, guests, food, and additional surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. - New rule- Observed the facility without vomit and diarrhea written plan. EHS provided the written plan at the time of inspection and the facility will gather the supplies and have available for such an event.
Nov 9, 2023 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
Mr. Nti present during inspection.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed flooring underneath the beds need detail cleaning, and keep clean.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −2
Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b). Observed dusts covered the ceiling vents though out the facility need cleaning.
Nov 10, 2022 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION:
#12. The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608. Observed minor staining on white walling in main hallway.
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed minor black build up inside the lower shower tiles in restroom 2
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a). Observed torn mattress cover in room 4.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −2
Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b). Observed minor dust accumulation to ceiling vent in laundry room.
Oct 5, 2021 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Associate Narena was present during time of inspection. Report was emailed to her at:
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a). Observed couches and chairs in living room area peeling.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −2
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608. Observed touch up paint needed to walls and doors throughout facility in residents rooms and hallways.
Dec 1, 2020 9 demerits · 4 violations
#4 · FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT: Utensils/Equipment in good repair, clean 4; eating and drinking utensils clean, cleaned after each use; approved facilities 4; clean utensils properly stored 2; substances containing poisonous material not used 6; disposable properly stored/handled, used once 2 (.1618) −4
Observed interior of microwave in need of cleaning.
**Non-food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at such intervals as to keep them in a clean and sanitary condition. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (c ).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Observed surface of couches peeling in the living room.
**All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Observed wall damage in bedroom 6. Needs to be repaired.
**The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −2
Observed vent covers with build up in bedroom 1, 2 and 3 and in the smaller bedroom. Needs to be cleaned.
**Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b).
Sep 5, 2019 10 demerits · 4 violations
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Observed faucet handle off in the hallway bathroom. Needs to be repaired.
**Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −4
Observed handles missing on the dresser in bedroom 3. Handles needs to be replaced.
**All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
Observed sheet torn in bedroom 1. Needs to be replaced. Observed top cover torn in bedroom 4. Needs to be replaced.
**Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b).
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −2
Observed wall stains in bedroom 1. Needs to be cleaned.
**The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −2
Observed vent cover in need of cleaning.
**Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b).
Dec 20, 2018 10 demerits · 4 violations
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
REPEAT
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed possible leak at hand washing sink in kitchen area in need of repair. ( water puddling under cabinets and piping of hand sink)
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
REPEAT
Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b).
Observed comforter with rips and damage in resident room; Observed sheets having debris collected on surfaces in need of clean in resident bedrooms
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −3
REPEAT
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed floors in need of cleaning underneath resident beds. Observed floor damage in front living room in need of repair.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −3
REPEAT
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608. Observed wall damage in resident room where rocking chair has dug into sheetroc.
Observed walls in need of general cleaning throughout.
Aug 22, 2017 19 demerits · 7 violations
#4 · FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT: Utensils/Equipment in good repair, clean 4; eating and drinking utensils clean, cleaned after each use; approved facilities 4; clean utensils properly stored 2; substances containing poisonous material not used 6; disposable properly stored/handled, used once 2 (.1618) −2
Observed cleaning needed on cabinet handles. Observed debris build-up in several kitchen cabinets. Observed cleaning needed on refrigerator and freezer shelving. Observed debris in utensil drawer organizer.
**Acceptable storage facilities include residential kitchen cabinets, which should be kept clean and free of vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (i).
**All containers and clean utensils shall be stored in a clean place. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (f).
**Utensils shall be handled in such a manner as to prevent contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (f).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
REPEAT Observed caulking needed around the backsplashes of hand sinks and around the base of hand sinks where basin meets counter top. Observed water damage under hand sink in bathroom #1. Observed black build-up in the grout of the shower in bathroom #2. Observed chipping tile around shower drain in bathroom #2. Observed toilet seats with fading paint.
**Toilet, hand washing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −4
REPEAT Observed several stained pillows in bedrooms. Observed stained sheets with debris in second to the last room on the left. Observed blinds with dust build-up throughout rooms. Observed loose dresser knobs and missing knobs on furniture in several bedrooms. Observed shower curtain with build-up on the bottom in bathroom #2.
**Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b).
**All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#10 · STORAGE: MISCELLANEOUS: Rooms or areas provided for storage of clothes, personal effects, luggage, supplies and equipment kept clean 2; medications, cleaning supplies, pesticides and other hazardous products properly stored as required 4 (.1616) −2
Observed cleaning needed in the chemical closet. Observed build-up on wire rack shelving in kitchen supply closet.
**Rooms or spaces which are provided and used for the storage of clothing, personal effects, luggage, necessary equipment and supplies and for items not in routine use, shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .1616 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −3
REPEAT Observed build-up and cleaning needed on the floor behind toilets. Observed floor peeling up behind the bed in second to the last bedroom on the left. Observed stained carpets throughout.
**All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −3
REPEAT Observed cleaning on tile wall around toilet area in bathroom #1. Observed walls with scuffs, hand prints, and build-up throughout facility. Observed rusting and chipped wall corner in bathroom #1. Observed brown debris on door jam of last room on left side of hallway.
**The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −3
Observed heavy dust build-up and rust on ventilation equipment throughout facility. Observed light bulbs out in the kitchen, laundry room, and in bathroom #2.
**Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b).
**All rooms shall be well lighted by natural or artificial means. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (a).
Dec 7, 2016 14 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Carla Stephen was present during the inspection.
No Points Issued:
13. Observed one light was not working in bathroom 1. **Keep all light fixtures in working order.
#4 · FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT: Utensils/Equipment in good repair, clean 4; eating and drinking utensils clean, cleaned after each use; approved facilities 4; clean utensils properly stored 2; substances containing poisonous material not used 6; disposable properly stored/handled, used once 2 (.1618) −4
Observed several plastic bowls with rough/worn surfaces and stained; no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
**All equipment and utensils shall be so constructed as to be easily cleaned and shall be kept in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (a).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −4
Observed no soap at some hand washing sinks. **Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b).
Observed shower grout with black residue and some shower tiles were missing, the sink backs plash laminate was separating, and the shower curtain liner had pink and brown residue in bathroom 2. Observed the counter top with damaged caulk and the backs plash laminate was separating in bathroom 1. **Toilet, hand washing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −4
Observed that sheets in bedroom 1 smelled of urine, and the body pillow with stains in bedroom 2. some window blinds were dusty. **Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b).
Observed a computer chair and couches in the living room with torn/worn surfaces. **All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −1
Observed carpets were stained throughout, and the floor was damaged in bedroom 6. **All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Observed the walls were damaged and/or patched in some bedrooms; the baseboard beside the freezer in the kitchen was separated from the wall.
**Finish all repaired walls with non-absorbant paint.
**The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
Jul 31, 2015 11 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: #10 Observed set of pampers stored on floor in left side bedroom 2nd from the end of the hall. Keep items stored off floor.Facility currently in process of renovation. Mr. Booker was present during inspection.
#4 · FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT: Utensils/Equipment in good repair, clean 4; eating and drinking utensils clean, cleaned after each use; approved facilities 4; clean utensils properly stored 2; substances containing poisonous material not used 6; disposable properly stored/handled, used once 2 (.1618) −4
Observed build up residue present at can opener in kitchen. **All equipment and utensils shall be so constructed as to be easily cleaned and shall be kept in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (a).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observe black residue collecting on tile grout on floor and on corners going up wall. Grout in need of cleaning.Observed back liner behind sink peeling away from wall in need of reattaching. **Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed stains present on comforter in back bedroom left side. **All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Observed holes in walls in living room and scuffs throughout facility. Keeps walls and ceilings in good repair. **The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed A/C vent in restroom collecting debris in need of cleaning. Observed blinds collecting dust debris build up in back right room. **Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b).
Oct 15, 2014 9 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: #11. Observed floor damaged in 1st bedroom on left. **All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. #12 Observed slight wall damage in 1st bathroom on left near entrance of door near mirror. **The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.Ms. Shondell Adams was present during inspection.-Walls have been patched and renovations to kitchen and bathrooms are coming in near future.
#4 · FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT: Utensils/Equipment in good repair, clean 4; eating and drinking utensils clean, cleaned after each use; approved facilities 4; clean utensils properly stored 2; substances containing poisonous material not used 6; disposable properly stored/handled, used once 2 (.1618) −4
Observed corner spinning cabinet shelving damaged in need of repair. **All equipment and utensils shall be so constructed as to be easily cleaned and shall be kept in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (a).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observe black residue collecting on tile grout on floor and on corners going up wall in 2nd on left hall bathroom. Grout in need of cleaning. **Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed stained linen in 3rd room on right side. **Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b).
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −1
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed HVAC vent at end of hall, both vents in hall restroom present with rust deposits.**Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b).
Oct 16, 2013 7 demerits · 4 violations
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Ms. Rise' present.Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed shower tiles in the far restroom collecting black residue.Observed loose toilet seat in the far restroom.Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Observed stained pillow cases in the second & third bedrooms on the left (walking back towards the living room).All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed strong urine smell in the back bedroom with carpet on the left (walking back towards the living room).All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed wall damage in both restrooms- hole in wall, chipped tile by the shower, etc. Observed water damaged backsplash in the restroom closest to the living room (behind the handsink faucet). Observed wall damage by the mopsink in the laundry room.Observed paint in the window sills in the back bedroom (with hard wood flooring) chipping/peeling.Observed wall damage in the living room- holes.The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “VOCA-SANDBURG GROUP HOME” or State ID 2060430172). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.