4demerits
BONNIE'S HOME FOR YOUTH
8616 NATIONS FORD RD, Charlotte, NC 28217
Residential Care · NC permit/State ID 2060431947
Latest result4 demerits
Last inspectedAug 28, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceApr 12, 2017
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Apr 12, 2017Lower is betterAug 28, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 28, 2026 4 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- PIC: Margaret Newman 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 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 vents need cleaning. Keep clean.
#43 · Vomitus and diarrheal clean up supplies; written plan available
General Comment:
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.- Observed the facility with vomiting and diarrhea written plan, and not cleaning up kit put together. The facility shall gather all supplies needed and attach a written plan. Have them available for such an event.
Aug 4, 2025 1 demerits · 1 violation
#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 closet door off of hinges in upstairs bedroom on the right. Observed cracked door in upstairs left bedroom. Observed closet in need of wall repairs in first bedroom on the right. Observed broken blinds in upstairs bathroom. Repair.
Aug 21, 2024 7 demerits · 3 violations
#4 · Walls, ceilings, and attachments in good repair −1
The interior walls and ceilings, including doors, window, and window trim shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608 (a). Observed peeling wall above shower head in upstairs bathroom. Observed hole in wall in upstairs bedroom on the left. Observed closet in need of wall repairs in bedroom on the right.
#23 · Furnishings in good repair −2
All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a). Observed 2 chairs in living room area heavily torn and in need of replacement.
#25 · Bed linens clean; cleaning frequency −4
Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when no longer clean. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b). Observed stained blanket and pillow in upstairs bedroom on the right.
Nov 28, 2023 8 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) −5
All foods, while being stored, prepared, served, and during transportation, shall be protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a). Observed raw bacon and raw hamburger sitting on ready to eat foods. Store raw meats/eggs where cannot drip or otherwise contaminate ready to eat food or its packaging.
#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 chair with pleather missing. Pillow in middle bedroom with a stain on the pillow.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608. Observed closets in 2nd and 3rd bedrooms need repairs completed. Paint/seal any new wood. Chipped paint on walls in sunroom.
Aug 31, 2022 8 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: *No clients at this time, but food is being stored for house next door.
Freezer gasket not sealing properly. Door keeps popping open. May need latch or replace gasket
#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
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 cabinet bottoms in disrepair where it is only plywood. Replace any contact paper torn or in disrepair.
#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 dressers in disrepair. Blinds broken. Broken lamp taped together needs replacing.
#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 floor damage in kitchen near refrigerator.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
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 bedroom.
May 27, 2021 8 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
Adjust bathroom cabinet door to remain close after use. Observed cabinet door ajar.
#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
Repair or replace broken dresser in 3rd bedroom.
Replace broken floor lamp in 3rd bedroom.
Dresser damaged on top in 3rd bedroom.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
Sweep up dead insects on the floor in 1st bedroom and common area/tv room.
Observed small hole in laminate flooring in kitchen.
Sweep debris bottom of linen closet
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −2
Observed chipped paint in 2nd and 3rd bedrooms; spot paint wall.
Observed wall paper peeling off wall in bathroom.
Nov 10, 2020 11 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Note: Fire alarms chirping. Replace batteries
Note: No clients living in home at this time
#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 no thermometer in refrigerator.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −2
Observed window sills, ceiling fans, and vents need wiping down.
#14 · VERMIN CONTROL: PREMISES: Outside openings effectively screened or otherwise protected against entrance of flying insects, and flying insects absent 4; effective control of rodents and other vermin 4; approved pesticides properly used 4; premises neat, clean, drained and free of litter and vermin harborages and breeding areas 2 (.1615) −4
Observed rodent dropping in kitchen cabinets. Get rid of the mice and clean cabinets.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
Observed downstairs carpet needs deep cleaning
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Observed areas with peeling paint.
Jan 21, 2020 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) −4
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). All containers and clean utensils shall be stored in a clean place. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (f). Observed cabinet drawers in kitchen in need of cleaning. Observed water damaged cabinet and re-finishing needed in drawers and cabinets wood is not smooth and easily cleanable.
#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 toothpaste and soap scum left in sink.
#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. Carpet in common area in need of cleaning.
#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 spot paint needed on walls in two of the three bedrooms.
Mar 14, 2019 10 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS WERE TAKEN FOR THE FOLLOWING:
#11 - Observed cleaning needed on the floor in bedroom #2. Observed flooring on back porch with nails sticking face up along side of interior wall.
**All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
#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 cleaning needed in kitchen drawers and cabinets. Observed sticky underside of cabinet and drawer liners to be peeling up and collecting debris. Observed re-finishing needed in drawers and cabinets where raw wood is exposed and is not 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).
**All containers and clean utensils shall be stored in a clean place. 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
Observed cleaning needed on the base of toilet in restroom. Observed re-finishing needed in drawers and cabinets of restroom where raw wood is exposed and is not smooth and easily cleanable.
**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) −2
Repeat Observed debris on the box spring and bed support rails of bedroom #1. Observed furniture in rooms with scuffing in need of touch-up paint. Observed pillow and linen in bedroom #3 with black dots indicating growth in need of cleaning.
**All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
**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) −2
Observed cleaning needed on window sills in rooms. Observed ceiling vents in rooms with growth build-up. Observed paint chipping and cleaning needed in-between window panes.
**Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b).
Mar 7, 2018 11 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) −4
-Observed the thermometer in the refrigerator not working.
An indicating thermometer shall be located in each refrigerator. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a).
-Observed bags of chips stored on the floor in the pantry.
Containers of food shall be stored above the floor, on clean racks, shelves, or other clean surfaces, in such a manner as to be protected from splash and other contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (d).
#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 several used rags stored in the restroom (on the tub and hanging).
Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b).
#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 food debris in the 1st restroom on the right and the bedroom at the end of the hall.
Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b).
-Observed the plastic on the mattress ripped- 1st bedroom on the right. If it is present, it must be in good repair.
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 the sliding closet doors off track and not secure in the room at the end of the hall. Repair.
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
Apr 12, 2017 7 demerits · 3 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
Acceptable storage facilities include residential kitchen cabinets, which should be kept clean and free of vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (i). Observed cabinets and drawers need wiping out/repainting.
#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 laundry room cabinets need cleaning/repainting.
#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 caulking/mastik in windows cracked/loose.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “BONNIE'S HOME FOR YOUTH” or State ID 2060431947). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.