Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community

Nestled in the heart of Winston-Salem's gracious west side, Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community has long stood as one of the Piedmont Triad's most trusted destinations for skilled nursing care. Located at 1250 Arbor Road, the community sits within a beautifully landscaped campus just minutes from the cultural and medical resources that make Winston-Salem an exceptional place for older adults to thrive. Residents and families benefit enormously from the community's proximity to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, one of the region's premier academic medical centers and a nationally recognized Level I Trauma Center. Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center is also close at hand, ensuring that residents have swift access to specialized care whenever it is needed. This concentration of world-class healthcare infrastructure gives families genuine peace of mind. Beyond medical access, the surrounding neighborhood offers a rich quality of life. The renowned Reynolda Gardens — part of the historic Reynolda Estate — lies just a short drive away and provides serene walking paths through formal gardens and natural woodlands, a beloved retreat for residents and visiting family members alike. Reynolda House Museum of American Art and the charming shops and cafés of Reynolda Village offer cultural enrichment and casual dining options steps from a beautifully restored historic complex. The Hanes Mall corridor and Thruway Shopping Center provide convenient access to everyday retail, pharmacies, and dining for families visiting from across the metro area. Winston-Salem's temperate Piedmont climate, tree-lined boulevards, and longstanding reputation as the "City of Arts and Innovation" make it a genuinely welcoming place for seniors. The community sits within the established Buena Vista and Sherwood Forest neighborhoods — quiet, walkable, and characterized by mature trees and mid-century homes — lending a residential warmth that many larger cities lack. As a nonprofit corporation, Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community is guided by a mission rooted in faith, dignity, and service rather than profit. This organizational commitment translates directly into compassionate, person-centered skilled nursing care, where staff take time to know each resident as an individual. Families consistently cite the community's attentive caregivers and its integration of spiritual wellness into daily life as distinguishing strengths.