Best Assisted Living in Franklin County, NC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 assisted living communities in Franklin County, 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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We analyzed These are the facilities in Franklin County, NC our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Franklin County, NC.
2 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 14/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Franklin County, 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: 6The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Franklin County, NC. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
NC DHSR Star Rating (0–4 stars). Issued by North Carolina's Division of Health Service Regulation based on annual facility inspections. Stars reflect overall compliance with state health and safety rules - 4 stars requires scores of 100+ on two consecutive annual inspections. Ratings can change between inspections if new violations or licensure actions occur.
DHSR Quality Score (/200). Each annual inspection starts at a base of 100 points. Facilities earn demerit points for violations and citations, and merit points for correcting issues, maintaining resident/family councils, sprinkler systems, and other quality programs. The "/200" display reflects the two most recent annual inspections combined - giving a longer-term view of compliance trends rather than a single snapshot.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Divine Family Care Homes
AL
HC
Franklinton
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 72
Rank #335 / 387
No
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 36
Rank #484 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
A+
101.50/200
Facility 101.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #103 / 321
7
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #138 / 333
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Franklin Manor
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Youngsville
-No
21
Facility 21
NC AVG 36
Rank #371 / 536
------Private / Semi-Private

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NC community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 analyzed for Franklin County.

Divine Family Care Homes

45 Cannady Way, Franklinton, NC 27525
Overview of Divine Family Care Homes

Live blissfully at Divine Family Care Homes, an idyllic retreat in Youngsville, NC, offering assisted living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team, providing exceptional care for their daily living activities 24/7. Featuring purposely built and secure accommodations, the community guarantees the utmost comfort and safety.

Residents have fun and live actively with a carefully thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and well-balanced dining options. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Franklin Manor

Situated on the harmonious Cowan Highway, Winchester, TN, Franklin Manor is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living and respite care. Moreover, several snug and well-designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences await seniors as they move into the community. Let go of your worries and make the most out of your best years with top-notch care and support from a reliable and highly qualified team around the clock.

With a jam-packed calendar of exciting activities and enjoyable events, residents learn new things and gain meaningful experiences. Eat to your heart’s content and satiate your cravings with healthy and delicious meals for a delightful dining experience. Franklin Manor is great for seniors looking to enjoy the most out of their best years.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Franklin County, 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 2 assisted living facilities in Franklin County, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Franklin County, 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 Franklin County, 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 Franklin County, 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.