“I have no problem with management, and they are and have been responsive. The food is good, and there are a lot of good activities if you want to take part. My housekeeper does a really good job, and the building is in very good condition. I'm very happy with my accommodations, and I feel safe and comfortable. We've already recommended it to other people.”
Independent Living and Continuing Care
The Barclay at SouthPark
4801 Barclay Downs Drive, Charlotte, NC 28210 · Map





What residents and families say
Senior Living Alliance interviews named residents and family members by phone and records each call. Every testimonial is dated and published as given. How we verify
“I think the location is great, the buildings are in very good shape, and I love it. I feel like I'm at home. There are hundreds of things you can do, with something for everybody, really good entertainment and outings, but if you don't want to do anything, nobody bugs you. The servers are good, and maintenance has been there within a day anytime we've needed them. We feel safe and comfortable.”
“This was the first place I came to visit, and after seeing it, all the other places paled in comparison. Everyone has been very helpful and accommodating. The servers are extremely helpful. I'm trying to go to every activity I can, and I'm enjoying them. My housekeeper does a wonderful job. The building and grounds are very well maintained. I've used the transportation for errands and the bus trips, and the drivers are very friendly. I feel safe and comfortable here.”
“Everyone on the staff is amazing and very helpful, and I can't say anything but good things about them. The activities offer everything you could really want. My regular housekeeper is outstanding. Maintenance responds immediately, and the supervisor and his assistant are terrific and very knowledgeable. The building is in excellent condition, and the driver was very timely and courteous. It's all-inclusive, and I really feel I'm getting value for my dollar. I've already recommended it to many people.”
“This is a first-class operation with the finest people I've ever seen. Management tries every single day to make things better for the residents. There's plenty to do five or six days a week, and the activities staff are so professional about it. Housekeeping is top notch, the building is first class, and maintenance does a fantastic job. My floor plan and balcony are perfect, safety comes first, and we bring in top-notch bands to entertain us.”
“The people here are wonderful, and management is very accessible. The food is much better now, and they try to provide every meat and fish. The activities are just great, and they keep us busy all the time. Maintenance is very good about getting repairs done, and our driver is wonderful and gets us there on time. Everything's done for you; you don't have to cook or do anything. I feel definitely safe here.”
“This was the best thing we have ever decided to do. Management is concerned about every member of the community and tries its very hardest to make sure we are all happy, safe, and well taken care of. There's something going on almost every minute, from bus trips to strawberry picking, and the wellness director is superb. Our housekeeper is trustworthy and lovely. The salmon is out of this world. We knew no one when we came, and people are friendly. I tell people all the time this is the best place ever.”
“It's been a very good experience, and my mom likes it here. She's happy, and she enjoys and participates in all the activities.”
“The management is incredibly responsive and professional, making every interaction a delight. The dining experience is top-notch, with delicious food and friendly service that truly enhances the atmosphere. The overall value is fantastic, and the apartment layout is both comfortable and inviting. I highly recommend this community to anyone looking for a great living experience!”
“The apartments are lovely, and the location is perfect. The management team has been incredibly pleasant and responsive, making the transition smooth. I've enjoyed the meals I've tried so far; the food is delicious with great specials. There's a good variety of activities on the calendar, and I feel safe and comfortable here. I would definitely recommend this place!”
“The management is top-notch, always keeping everything well organized and running smoothly. The activities offered are fantastic and really keep everyone engaged. Housekeeping does a thorough job, and the maintenance team is incredibly responsive. Overall, I feel safe and comfortable here, and the value for the services provided is excellent. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great community!”
“The maintenance team is top-notch; they are prompt and very competent, making sure everything is in great shape. The building itself is beautiful, clean, and well-kept. I also appreciate the variety of activities offered, which keeps things lively. Overall, I feel safe and comfortable here, and I would highly recommend this place to anyone considering a move.”
“The dining options are good, and the staff is outstanding. There are plenty of activities to choose from, so boredom is never an issue. The building is well-maintained, and I feel safe and comfortable here. In general, I'm very happy with my decision to move in and would recommend it to others looking for a welcoming community.”
“From the moment we walked in, it felt like a luxury home. The staff is friendly and attentive, making every meal a delight with top-notch food and service. The activities are engaging, and the common areas are beautifully maintained. Overall, I rate my experience a solid 10 across the board. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a wonderful living environment.”
“The management is incredibly responsive and helpful, making the transition smooth. The dining options are diverse and tasty. The activities offered are top-notch, with plenty of outings to keep everyone engaged. Overall, I feel safe and comfortable here, and I would definitely recommend this place to others!”
“The management team is top-notch, always responsive and efficient. The dining experience is fantastic, with a great variety of delicious food that changes regularly. Activities are plentiful, ensuring there's never a dull moment. Housekeeping and maintenance are excellent, always prompt and thorough. Plus, the transportation service is reliable and well-maintained. Overall, I feel safe and comfortable in my lovely apartment. I highly recommend this community to anyone looking for a vibrant place to live!”
“The management is incredibly responsive and helpful, addressing any questions my husband and I had right away. The activities are diverse and engaging, with something new every day, which keeps things exciting. The housekeeping staff is efficient, and my apartment is always spotless. Overall, I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a vibrant and supportive environment.”
“The management is top-notch, always responsive and attentive. The activities offered are fantastic, keeping everyone engaged and social. Housekeeping is reliable and thorough, which I really appreciate. The dining options are decent, though it can get busy during meal times. Overall, I've found this place to be the best I've experienced in Charlotte, and I highly recommend it!”
“The management team is outstanding—very gracious and responsive. The dining options are excellent, with a great variety and delicious meals. The housekeeping staff is attentive and always willing to help. I feel safe and comfortable here, and the community is well-maintained. Overall, I highly recommend this place to anyone considering a move. It's truly a wonderful environment!”
“The management is top-notch, always accessible, and genuinely cares about the residents. The dining options are fantastic; I enjoy delicious meals every day. There's a great variety of activities to keep everyone engaged, and the housekeeping staff does an amazing job keeping everything spotless. Overall, I feel safe, comfortable, and truly valued here. I'd highly recommend them to others!”
About the community
The Barclay at SouthPark is an independent living, continuing care community in Charlotte, North Carolina. North Carolina publishes no licensing record for it. 20+ residents and family members have shared phone-verified testimonials through Senior Living Alliance.
Life at The Barclay at SouthPark

Dining
The culinary team serves a seasonal grill menu ranging from sandwiches and salads to seafood and steaks, with wine and desserts available. Residents can choose casual dining, a fine dining room or a pub with craft beers and cocktails. A private dining room is available for special occasions, and meal delivery to apartments is offered.

Activities
The INSPIRE life enrichment and wellness program combines fitness with a monthly calendar of arts and crafts, games and seminars. Residents have a chapel, creative expression studio, multimedia room and an indoor pool. A pedestrian bridge connects residents to the adjacent Fairmeadows Swim and Racquet Club, which has an outdoor pool, tennis, pickleball, bocce and a fire pit.
Amenities
- Fine dining room
- Casual dining
- Pub
- Coffee shop
- Indoor pool and hot tub
- Day spa and salon
- Library
- Card room
- Billiards room
- Art studio
- Media room
- Canine courtyard
Memory care program
Memory support is provided at Briar Creek at The Barclay through GEMMS (Genuine, Engaging, Meaningful Memory Support), a Liberty Senior Living program focused on dignity, connection and each resident's abilities.
Floor plans
12 layouts from The Barclay at SouthPark’s website. Sizes and prices are as the community lists them; ask which are available now.
Prices
Starting prices the community publishes, with the date we checked each one and a link to where it is published. Care charges are usually added after an assessment.
| Care | Starting at | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Independent Living | $7,495 /mo | Oct 11, 2026 |
Area costs
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What the public record shows
Gathered by Lilisity from state and federal sources. Communities can’t edit this part of the page.
Nearest emergency room
3.8 miles
Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health, rated 4 of 5 stars by CMS.
License and ownership
Licensing information for The Barclay at SouthPark is not available. North Carolina does not publish a licensing record for this community (a life plan community whose independent living North Carolina does not license).
Many independent living communities are not licensed by the state, and a campus is often licensed once under a single name. The absence of a record is not a finding about this community.
Paying with Medicaid and other programsHow Medicaid pays for care in North Carolina, and other programs
How Medicaid pays for care in North Carolina
- NC Medicaid Personal Care Services (PCS). Yes. NC Medicaid's Personal Care Services benefit covers hands-on personal care for eligible residents of licensed adult care homes. (state page)
Ask the community whether it accepts Medicaid.
Location and nearby careNearest hospital 3.8 mi, nursing home 0.2 mi, pharmacy 0.7 mi
- Nearest hospital with an emergency room
- Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health, Charlotte. 3.8 miles away, straight line. CMS overall hospital rating: 4 of 5 stars.
- Nearest Medicare nursing home
- Briar Creek Health Center, Charlotte. 0.2 miles away, straight line.
- Nearest home health agency office
- Phc Home Health, Charlotte. 1.4 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
- Nearest pharmacy
- Cannon Pharmacy. 0.7 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
- Area
- USDA classes ZIP code 28210 as metropolitan (metropolitan core).
- Dialysis within 15 miles
- Fmc Bma Nations Ford, Charlotte, 2.8 miles away, straight line (has a shift starting after 5 pm; CMS rating 3 of 5 stars)
Carolinas Medical Center Dialysis Unit, Charlotte, 3.8 miles away, straight line
Usrc Latrobe Dialysis, Charlotte, 3.9 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 3 of 5 stars) - Hospice
- 10 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 28210.
Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region, office in Charlotte, 4.2 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 4 of 5 stars)
Novant Health Hospice And Palliative Care A Department Of Novant Health, office in Charlotte, 5.0 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 3 of 5 stars)
Hospice & Palliative Care Palmetto Region, office in Fort Mill, 9.9 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 3 of 5 stars) - Nearest geriatric medicine practice
- Novant Health Medical Group, LLC, Charlotte. 0.1 miles away, straight line. 1 geriatric medicine doctor listed there.
Distances are straight lines from the community, not driving distance. Hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors come from CMS provider data (CMS, hospital list updated Jul 22, 2026). Star ratings are CMS’s own.
Emergency and natural hazard riskFEMA overall risk relatively low; outside FEMA's high-risk flood areas
Public hazard maps for this location. Ask the community about its emergency plan, its generator and where residents would go in an evacuation.
- Flood zone
- Outside the high and moderate risk flood areas on FEMA's flood map (Zone X, minimal flood hazard, or not studied). (FEMA flood map)
- FEMA National Risk Index
- Overall: relatively low. By hazard: hurricane relatively low, inland flooding relatively high, wildfire very low, tornado relatively moderate, heat wave relatively low, earthquake relatively low. These are FEMA’s ratings for the census tract, compared with tracts nationwide. (FEMA, December 2025)
A flood zone describes the map at this point, not the building's elevation. In an emergency, follow the local emergency management agency.
Questions to ask on a tour10 questions picked for this community from its record
Picked for this community from its record. Ask them in person and write down the answers.
- Your published starting price is a base rate. What would the total monthly cost be for my parent's needs?
- How much have prices gone up in each of the last three years?
- What does the monthly fee include, and what costs extra?
- If care needs change, what help can be added here, and who provides it?
- How many caregivers are on duty during the day and at night?
- What happens if care needs increase? When would someone need to move?
- What fees are charged at move-in?
- How do you tell families about falls, illness or changes?
- How long have the executive director and the head of care been here?
- Who gives medications, and what training do they have?
What we checked13 public sources we searched, with dates
Every public source we searched for this community. “Nothing on record” means we found no record that matched it. A record can be missed when a name or address differs.
| Source | Data as of | What we found |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation, Adult Care Licensure Section inspection records | Oct 15, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| U.S. Department of Labor wage and hour cases | Oct 15, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| OSHA workplace safety inspections since 2016 | Oct 15, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| Hurricane evacuation zone maps | Not in a mapped zone | |
| FEMA flood map | See above | |
| USDA wildfire risk | Apr 15, 2026 | Not shown: FEMA rates wildfire risk here very low |
| FEMA National Risk Index | See above | |
| CMS hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors; OpenStreetMap pharmacies | See above | |
| HUD Multifamily Properties - Assisted | Jul 6, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| State Veterans Homes (NASVH directory) | Sep 20, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Hospice - General Information | Aug 19, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Home Health Care Agencies | May 27, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| The community’s own website | Could not read the site |
Common questionsAnswers to 4 questions families ask
What type of care does The Barclay at SouthPark provide?
The Barclay at SouthPark offers independent living, continuing care in Charlotte, North Carolina. North Carolina publishes no licensing record for it, which is usual for independent living and for one community on a campus the state licenses under a single name.
Does The Barclay at SouthPark have verified testimonials?
Yes. 20+ residents and family members have shared testimonials about The Barclay at SouthPark through phone interviews verified by Senior Living Alliance.
How much does The Barclay at SouthPark cost?
Independent Living in North Carolina typically starts at $2,250 to $4,250 a month. Based on 33 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price. The starting prices it publishes are in the Prices section on this page.
How do I contact The Barclay at SouthPark?
Use The Barclay at SouthPark's website, barclayatsouthpark.com, or visit at 4801 Barclay Downs Drive, Charlotte, NC 28210.
Senior Living Alliance member. The Barclay at SouthPark is a member. Members pay SLA for its resident and family interview program. Payment never changes a testimonial or what appears on this page. How we are paid
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