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Compare Assisted Living around New Bern
The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
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| Truewood by Merrill, New Bern |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | New Bern | 55
Facility
55
NC AVG
116
Rank
#298 / 397 | Yes |
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Facility
31
NC AVG
33
Rank
#295 / 572 | 100.0% | A+ | 99.50/200 | 20 | 85% | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| The Ridge at New Bern |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | New Bern | 72
Facility
72
NC AVG
116
Rank
#197 / 397 | No |
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2
NC AVG
33
Rank
#526 / 572 | 58.3% | - | 79.50/200 | 38 | 89.5% | - | |
| Truewood by Merrill New Bern Memory Care | — | New Bern | 25 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Overview of Truewood by Merrill, New Bern
Truewood by Merrill, New Bern offers a variety of living options and many comforts of home, quality care, and engaging activities, providing residents with numerous opportunities to connect with others. The community offers a range of floor plans, with scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, and weekly housekeeping services.
Truewood by Merrill, New Bern’s Truewood Dining Program keeps up with residents’ schedules, providing fresh and healthy meals prepared by the culinary team. The community strives to help residents live a full and happy life built around their delights and hobbies, with a multitude of activity options, including fitness classes, learning opportunities, and numerous outings. The community also features a full-length outdoor shuffleboard court, a qualifying horseshoe court, and a putting green, allowing residents to stay active and engaged. Truewood by Merrill, New Bern goes beyond senior housing, providing a distinctive lifestyle filled with friendships, endless activities, and exceptional attention to detail, including restaurant-style dining, a clubhouse with various amenities, and a wealth of thoughtfully designed services and amenities.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 168 / 200 / 298 / 312 / 500 / 680 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Located in the tranquil Old Cherry Road, New Bern, NC, The Ridge at New Bern is a reliable senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Have a relaxing time with the purposely built accommodations of The Ridge at New Bern. A compassionate and highly qualified team strives to provide top-notch care and support for seniors to thrive and live as they prefer.
Engage in fun activities and meet people with the same interests through enjoyable programs conducted for leisure and wellness. Look forward to delightful and healthy meals for dietary satisfaction. Surrounded by peaceful spaces and a friendly environment, The Ridge at New Bern is a haven for seniors to live a glorious retirement.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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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.
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- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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 New Bern, 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 New Bern, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in New Bern, 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 New Bern, 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 New Bern, 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.
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