10demerits
DAWKINS HOME
8532 OCHRE DR, Charlotte, NC 28215
Residential Care · NC permit/State ID 2060432044
Latest result10 demerits
Last inspectedAug 27, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceFeb 28, 2019
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Feb 28, 2019Lower is betterAug 27, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 27, 2026 10 demerits · 4 violations
#8 · Facilities clean and in good repair
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 minor staining to shower curtain liner in bathroom of resident. Clean/replace. -General comment.
#13 · Water availability, pressure, at required ranges −4
15A NCAC 18A .1611 (d) Residential care facilities shall provide water heating facilities. Hot water shall be provided at temperatures between 105F and 116F at handwashing and bathing facilities. Observed hot water a 123F at handsink in residents bathroom.
#25 · Bed linens clean; cleaning frequency −4
15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b) Clean bed linen shall be changed when no longer clean. Observed minor staining on pillow case and crumbs on fitted sheet in resident room.
#38 · Temperature indicating device provided and accurate −2
15A NCAC 18A .1620 (c) Cold holding equipment shall be provided with an indicating thermometer that is accurate to +/-3 degrees F. Observed no thermometer in kitchen refrigerator.
Aug 29, 2025 9 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Report emailed to: DAWKINSBRIAN45@GMAIL.COM
#1 · Floors and carpets kept clean
15A NCAC 18A .1607 All floors shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed minor staining on carpet within facility. -General comment.
#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 touch up paint needed to walling and doors.
#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 dust accumulation to ceiling vent in bathroom. 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 cleaning needed to outside corners of toilet. Clean. Observed black build up behind handsink in bathroom. Clean. Observed pink buildup in shower. Clean.
#25 · Bed linens clean; cleaning frequency
15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b) Clean bed linen shall be changed when no longer clean. Observed stain on fitted gray sheet in bedroom 1. -General comment.
#30 · Equipment non-food contact sides clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1618 (a) All food service equipment and utensils shall be kept clean. Observed cleaning needed to shelving and flooring of refrigerator.
#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. Facility did not have required procedure plan. EHS left copy of required plan with facility. -General comment.
Aug 29, 2024 9 demerits · 4 violations
#4 · Walls, ceilings, and attachments in good repair −1
Observed touch up paint needed in bedroom 1.
**15A NCAC 18A .1608 (a) The interior walls and ceilings, including doors, window, and window trim, shall be kept clean and in good
repair.
#6 · Ventilation equipment clean and in good repair −2
Observed dust build up on vent cover in the bathroom.
**15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b) Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#8 · Facilities clean and in good repair −4
Observed base of toilet in need of cleaning.
**15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a) All residential care facilities shall provide toilet, handwashing, and bathing facilities that are available for use by
residents and employees. These facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#30 · Equipment non-food contact sides clean −2
Observed interior of refrigerator in need of cleaning.
**15A NCAC 18A .1618 (a) All food service equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair.
Aug 15, 2023 8 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
Observed interior of microwave in need of cleaning. Observed interior of refrigerator 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 ).
#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 paper towel or soap at the hand washing sink in the restroom.
**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) −2
Observed staining on the linen in the bedroom.
**Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b).
Sep 9, 2022 6 demerits · 2 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 refrigerator 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 ).
#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 staining on toilet seat.
**Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
Aug 17, 2021 9 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
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed tub with black markings around brim of tub. Observed toilet plastic chipping under toilet seat.
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 at hand sink located residents restroom.
#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 minor staining on mattress cover in client 1 room.
#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 carpet staining throughout entire residence.
Sep 25, 2020 4 demerits · 2 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
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed laundry room in need of cleaning.
#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 dust accumulation on blades of ceiling fan in resident room. Clean.
*NOTE: Mr. Dawkins present during time of inspection. Report emailed to dawkins.brian45@gmail.com
Mar 6, 2020 4 demerits · 2 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 mattress torn in the bedroom.
**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) −2
Observed build up on vent cover in the restroom.
**Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b).
Feb 28, 2019 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
Acceptable storage facilities include residential kitchen cabinets, which should be kept clean and free of vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (i). Observed cabinets need wiping out
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 kitchen appliances need more frequent cleaning.
#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 bathroom and laundry room need cleaning.
#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 frayed carpet in hall and vinyl laid over carpet in existing clients room in poor repair.
#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) −2
The premises shall be kept neat, clean, adequately drained, and free of litter and vermin harborage. 15A NCAC 18A .1615(a). Observed trash/debris in backyard and near trash can.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “DAWKINS HOME” or State ID 2060432044). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.