Best Assisted Living in Forest City, NC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1 assisted living community in Forest City, NC using NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NC
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Overview of Brookdale Forest City

Brookdale Forest City offers assisted living and memory care in Forest City, NC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. The two care levels can support a resident whose needs grow without requiring a move to another community, so Brookdale Forest City may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care alongside the option of assisted living.

The community has 76 beds, with studio and one-bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private living space, while a one-bedroom layout separates the sleeping and living areas. Starting prices are $6,430 per month for assisted living and $8,515 per month for memory care, with the memory care rate covering the secured setting and supervision that level of care requires. Respite care is available for a short stay when a family caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet at the community. Restaurant-style dining includes elegant place settings and tableside service. Activities include crafting, bingo, cooking classes, and devotional services. A salon and spa, along with a courtyard and garden, provide on-site places for personal care and outdoor time.

$6,430/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Assisted Living in Forest City at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 16/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Forest City, NC. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 76The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Forest City, NC. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Forest City, NC

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in North Carolina?

Assisted living in North Carolina supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in North Carolina?

Assisted living in North Carolina is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does North Carolina Medicaid cover assisted living?

North Carolina Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including North Carolina) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 1 assisted living facility in Forest City, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Forest City, NC?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Forest City, NC, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Forest City, NC?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.