5demerits
ALPHIN COTTAGE
6750 ST PETER'S LN STE. 400, STE. 400, Matthews, NC 28105
Residential Care · NC permit/State ID 2060431757
Latest result5 demerits
Last inspectedApr 16, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceJul 9, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Jul 9, 2014Lower is betterApr 16, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 16, 2026 5 demerits · 2 violations
#4 · Walls, ceilings, and attachments in good repair −1
15A NCAC 18A .1608 (b) Wall and ceiling attachments, such as light fixtures, fans, and vent covers, shall be kept in good repair. Observed door leading to outside is broken. Needs repair.
#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 cleaning needed to bathroom fixtures in some rooms.
Mar 14, 2025 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Chief Facilities Officer, Danny Whitley, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
dwhitley@thompsoncff.org
#3 · Walls, ceilings, and attachments clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1608 (a) The interior walls and ceilings, including doors, window, and window trim, shall be kept clean. Observed markings on walling in rooms within facility. Clean/repair.
#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 cleaning needed to toilets within facility (inside and outside of toilets).
#43 · Vomitus and diarrheal clean up supplies; written plan available
15A NCAC 18A .1621 (d) The residential care facility shall have personal protective equipment 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 should be taken to minimize the exposure to vomitus or fecal matter. EHS emailed facility new required procedure plan, copy of updated rules, and employee health policy. -General comment.
Mar 1, 2024 3 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Head of Maintenance, Quan Talley, was present during time of inspection, report emailed to the following: dwhitley@thompsoncff.org
#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
Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b). Observed some residents without individual towels at handsink in their personal bathroom.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −1
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed touch up paint needed to walling sporadically throughout building.
Mar 31, 2023 11 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
Cooking surfaces of equipment, if any, shall be cleaned at least once each day. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (c ). Observed soiled air fryer is in need of cleaning and keep clean.
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 ). Observed dirty microwave and very soiled oven, needed deep cleaning and maintain clean.
#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 soiled toilets throughout the facility, need cleaning and keep clean. Observed some toilet is missing floor caps on the bottom, exposed metal rod screws. Need repair/cover with caps.
#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 stain for sofa and couch, need general cleaning and keep clean.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −3
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed very soiled floor throughout the facility, Needed deep and thorough cleaning, and maintaining clean.
Jan 24, 2022 12 demerits · 5 violations
#7 · HOT AND COLD WATER: Adequate hot and cold water piped to points of use 4 (.1611) −4
Adequate hot water heating facilities shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .1611 (d). Observed spring loaded faucet with short run time less than 7 seconds. Must press several times to get hot water in rooms #2; #3; #4; #5; & #6. Otherwise water is cold.
#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 dirty tub in room #3 toilet
#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 tears in chairs in common area.
#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 in rooms (#2; #4; & #6) inspected touch up painting needed in cubby and wall.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −2
All rooms shall be well lighted by natural or artificial means. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (a). Replace lighting in room #3 toilet, observed no light when switched on. Maintenance stated that they have a work order to replace lighting.
May 26, 2021 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Doorbell inoperable; repair doorbell at entry way. Apply weather stripping on door in common area to close gap. Observed gap wide enough to all rodents, snakes and insects entry.
#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
Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b). Observed soiled (dirty) sheets in rooms #2 & 3 and crumbs on sheets in room 4. Observed rooms without sheets on the bed.
Overall in need of good general house cleaning.
#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 dirt debris on the floor in the corners of the rooms throughout. Sweep and mop floor to prevent build up. Observed standing water on floor in room #6, mop floor to prevent falls.
#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 chipped paint on the door trims in several rooms; spot paint.
Dec 1, 2020 7 demerits · 3 violations
#3 · FOOD SUPPLIES PROTECTION: All food clean, wholesome, no spoilage 6 (.1619) Adequate during storage/preparation/serving, potentially hazardous food 45° or 140°F above 5; refrigerators with temps 2; meat products cooked; meat products handled as required, no re-serving food 4; food stored above floor protected 2; No animals 4 (.1620) −2
An indicating thermometer shall be located in each refrigerator. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a). Observed broken thermometer in refrigerator.
#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
Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b). Observed no soap or towels provided
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed loose toilet base in room 3, secure to floor. Tiles in shower need grout lines cleaned throughout. Tub not draining and leak at toilet, room 4. Leak/puddle behind washing machine.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −1
Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b). Observed damaged window casings throughout
Nov 4, 2019 10 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) −2
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 ). Clean and wipe down buildup on the sides of the kitchen island cabinet.
#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
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed trash overflowing in women toilet. Replace missing lid on tank of the toilet in the men toilet. Clean buildup around the base of the walls in each toilet. Repair leaking pipes under sink in room 6.
#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. Clean and vacuum floor in common area. Clean trash off floor in empty room 4. Tighten hinges on the door to room 1.
#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. Repair night light affixed to the wall in rooms 3 & 6; observed hole in the wall where night light should be.
Nov 7, 2018 11 demerits · 5 violations
#3 · FOOD SUPPLIES PROTECTION: All food clean, wholesome, no spoilage 6 (.1619) Adequate during storage/preparation/serving, potentially hazardous food 45° or 140°F above 5; refrigerators with temps 2; meat products cooked; meat products handled as required, no re-serving food 4; food stored above floor protected 2; No animals 4 (.1620) −2
Observed the thermometer in the refrigerator not accurate (the red line is broken in several spaces). Replace.
An indicating thermometer shall be located in each refrigerator. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a).
#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 the can opener broken. 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).
-Observed residue on a plastic bin that was stored as clean.
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 ).
#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 no soap and towels at any of the hand washing sinks in the bathrooms.
**Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b).
-Observed pink buildup on several of the shower heads. Clean.
-Observed residue on the toilet seat and handsink in room 2. Clean.
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 a large amount of food crumbs and/or food stuck to the sheets on the beds in rooms 4, 3, and 1. Clean.
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) −1
-Observed the walls cut out where the baseboards are supposed to be inside of the med closet. Repair.
-Observed residue on the walls in rooms 4 and 2. Clean.
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
*NOTE: Observed a stain in the cabinet under the kitchen dish sink. Clean.
Aug 21, 2017 6 demerits · 3 violations
#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 stains on pillow in room 2 and 6. Observed stains on comforter and sheet in room 6.
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) −3
Observed wall damage above cubbie in rooms 3 and 4. Observed discoloration on shower tiles in rooms 1 and 5. Observed stains on wall near tissue holder in room 1 and sticker residue on door to restroom in room 6.
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) −1
Observed burned out light bulbs in rooms 3 (including restroom) and 5.
All rooms shall be well lighted by natural or artificial means. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (a).
Oct 7, 2016 5 demerits · 3 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
Clean tub in room 3.
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 torn comforter in room 4. Wooden slat under mattress in room 1 observed with a hole.
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) −1
Observed hole in wall leading to restroom in room 2.
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
Jul 8, 2015 7 demerits · 4 violations
#3 · FOOD SUPPLIES PROTECTION: All food clean, wholesome, no spoilage 6 (.1619) Adequate during storage/preparation/serving, potentially hazardous food 45° or 140°F above 5; refrigerators with temps 2; meat products cooked; meat products handled as required, no re-serving food 4; food stored above floor protected 2; No animals 4 (.1620) −2
Observed broken thermometer in refrigerator.**An indicating thermometer shall be located in each refrigerator. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (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
Observed scale build-up on shower heads.**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 blood stained linens on one bed.**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) −1
Observed minor wall and paint damage.**The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
Jul 9, 2014 7 demerits · 3 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) −4
Observed no soap and towels at any of the hand washing sinks in the bathrooms.**Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b).Observed rust on the tile at the hand rail in the shower in room 4, and the sink drain with runst in room 6.**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 the play structure ont he playgound was in dis-repair.**All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −1
Observed lights were not working in room 5. **All rooms shall be well lighted by natural or artificial means. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (a).General Commnets: Mike Seibel was present during the inspection. ***Observed the carbon monoxide alarm was not working. Provide a functioning carbon monoxide alarm in the residence.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “ALPHIN COTTAGE” or State ID 2060431757). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.