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Best Assisted Living in North Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 390 assisted living communities in North Carolina using NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NC
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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,747The average monthly cost across facilities in North Carolina. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 33/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in North Carolina. 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: 72The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in North Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.

Brookdale South Charlotte
AL
MC
Charlotte (Wessex Square)
82
Facility 82
NC AVG 72
Rank #145 / 390
Yes
16
Facility 16
NC AVG 33
Rank #407 / 572
74.4%
Facility 74.4%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #122 / 246
A+
101.50/200
Facility 101.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #103 / 322
20
80%
Facility 80%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #169 / 335
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace
AL
IL
MC
Cary (Woodland Terrace)
84
Facility 84
NC AVG 72
Rank #138 / 390
Yes
55
Facility 55
NC AVG 33
Rank #110 / 572
39.3%
Facility 39.3%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #211 / 246
-
95.75/200
Facility 95.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #210 / 322
19
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #239 / 335
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Cary
AL
HC
MC
Cary (West Chatham Street)
85
Facility 85
NC AVG 72
Rank #135 / 390
Yes
34
Facility 34
NC AVG 33
Rank #271 / 572
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #208 / 246
A-
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #31 / 322
18
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #69 / 335
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Brookdale Dickinson Avenue
AL
MC
Greenville
76
Facility 76
NC AVG 72
Rank #169 / 390
Yes
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 33
Rank #235 / 572
67.1%
Facility 67.1%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #150 / 246
A+
84.50/200
Facility 84.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #285 / 322
16
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #274 / 335
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Terrabella Asheboro
AL
MC
Asheboro (Laurel Wood Hills)
96
Facility 96
NC AVG 72
Rank #91 / 390
Yes
0
Facility 0
NC AVG 33
Rank #548 / 572
-A+
96.50/200
Facility 96.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #196 / 322
26
80.8%
Facility 80.8%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #181 / 335
Studio / 1 Bed
Chatham Ridge
AL
MC
Chapel Hill
91
Facility 91
NC AVG 72
Rank #118 / 390
Yes
33
Facility 33
NC AVG 33
Rank #280 / 572
-A+
98.50/200
Facility 98.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #168 / 322
23
87%
Facility 87%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #268 / 335
Studio / Suite
Brookdale Union Park
AL
Monroe (Lakeview Estates)
87
Facility 87
NC AVG 72
Rank #129 / 390
Yes
10
Facility 10
NC AVG 33
Rank #457 / 572
-A+
105.50/200
Facility 105.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #5 / 322
21
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #257 / 335
Studio / Companion Rooms
Brookdale Union
AL
Gastonia
78
Facility 78
NC AVG 72
Rank #164 / 390
Yes
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 33
Rank #260 / 572
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #1 / 246
A+
98.50/200
Facility 98.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #168 / 322
28
75%
Facility 75%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #120 / 335
Studio
Brookdale Elizabeth City
AL
MC
Elizabeth City
76
Facility 76
NC AVG 72
Rank #169 / 390
Yes
30
Facility 30
NC AVG 33
Rank #308 / 572
28.9%
Facility 28.9%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #229 / 246
A+
99.00/200
Facility 99.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #161 / 322
20
90%
Facility 90%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #298 / 335
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Carriage Club Providence
AL
IL
MC
NH
Charlotte (Olde Providence North)
77
Facility 77
NC AVG 72
Rank #168 / 390
Yes
12
Facility 12
NC AVG 33
Rank #440 / 572
71.5%
Facility 71.5%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #135 / 246
A+
98.75/200
Facility 98.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #167 / 322
15
80%
Facility 80%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #169 / 335
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Raleigh
AL
MC
Raleigh (Northwest Raleigh)
100
Facility 100
NC AVG 72
Rank #79 / 390
Yes
49
Facility 49
NC AVG 33
Rank #161 / 572
-A-
77.50/200
Facility 77.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #297 / 322
24
79.2%
Facility 79.2%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #161 / 335
Studio / 2 Bed
Brookdale Wake Forest
AL
MC
Wake Forest
70
Facility 70
NC AVG 72
Rank #186 / 390
Yes
54
Facility 54
NC AVG 33
Rank #124 / 572
52.9%
Facility 52.9%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #190 / 246
A+
94.50/200
Facility 94.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #225 / 322
21
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #257 / 335
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Phoenix Assisted Care
AL
Cary (Parkway Retirement Center)
120
Facility 120
NC AVG 72
Rank #36 / 390
No
24
Facility 24
NC AVG 33
Rank #349 / 572
52.5%
Facility 52.5%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #191 / 246
A+-
0.00/200
Facility 0.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #306 / 322
42
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #257 / 335
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Brookdale Durham
AL
MC
Durham (Northeast Durham)
119
Facility 119
NC AVG 72
Rank #49 / 390
Yes
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 33
Rank #462 / 572
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #167 / 246
A+
87.00/200
Facility 87.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #276 / 322
38
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #311 / 335
Studio
Brookdale Hickory Northeast
AL
Hickory (16Th Street Northeast)
88
Facility 88
NC AVG 72
Rank #126 / 390
Yes
31
Facility 31
NC AVG 33
Rank #294 / 572
-A+
98.50/200
Facility 98.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #168 / 322
18
72.2%
Facility 72.2%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #106 / 335
Studio / Suite
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Southern Magnolia Living

328 Moore Hill Wy, Holly Springs, NC 27540
Overview of Southern Magnolia Living

Southern Magnolia Living offers a warm and familiar atmosphere for seniors seeking a comfortable and supportive assisted living environment. Imagine a home with just six residents, all treated like family. Residents enjoy delicious home-cooked meals, daily activities, and special events like BBQs and holiday gatherings. Families are always welcome for meals and visits, fostering a strong sense of community.

Southern Magnolia Living prioritizes resident well-being with a holistic approach. Their focus is on maximizing independence and providing personalized care. A dedicated staff assists with daily activities like bathing and medication management, while a visiting doctor ensures residents receive proper medical attention. Additional services like massage therapy and pet therapy contribute to emotional well-being, and spiritual care is available upon request. Residents can stay active and engaged with a variety of activities and events. The community calendar offers daily options, while individual preferences are also taken into account. Arts and crafts, music, exercise classes, and community outings are just a few examples. Southern Magnolia Living strives to create a fulfilling and enriching experience for each resident.

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Overview of Champions Assisted Living at the Davis Community

Champions Assisted Living, located within The Davis Communities in Wilmington, NC, is a senior living community specifically designed for The Davies Communities’ residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. They provide assisted living services along with memory care, in their one-to-two bedroom units equipped with living area, ample closet space, kitchenette, and private bathroom. As part of their assisted living services, the residents are provided round-the-clock availability of staff for supervision and assistance, diabetic care, medication management, and monthly wellness checkup, as well as therapy services.

The residents of Champions Assisted Living are also able to enjoy a myriad of amenities they offer including meal preparation services and dining options within the community, assistance with daily living activities, mobility and transportation assistance, access to fitness rooms and pool, and grooming services at the salon and spa. Being conveniently situated within the Davis Communities, Champions Assisted Living Services are also provided access to their auditorium, club room, and art studio. Lastly, they offer laundry and housekeeping services, to ensure the overall comfort of their residents’ stay.

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Overview of The Greens at Maple Leaf

The Greens at Maple Leaf is a senior community located in Statesville, North Carolina, dedicated to supporting the seniors in the area. Iredell County’s skilled nursing facility offers a comprehensive range of services, including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite stays. Here, families can find reassurance in the capable and compassionate care provided.

Operated by CCH Healthcare, the staff at The Greens at Maple Leaf boasts extensive hands-on experience in skilled nursing facilities and is committed to delivering world-class care to all residents. At The Greens at Maple Leaf, the emphasis remains on the residents and ensuring they receive the exceptional care they deserve. With a goal centered on the well-being and happiness of senior residents, The Greens at Maple Leaf continues to be a trusted source of high-quality care in the Statesville area.

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Overview of Atria Cary

Bask in the sunlight in Atria Cary, a blissful senior living community located in the peaceful neighborhood of Regency Parkway, Cary, NC providing independent living. Together with trusted partners, the community offers physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Cozy and elegant floor plans including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments fully equipped with kitchens and other basic necessities are available for seniors’ choices and desires. The community ensures a relaxing and safe stay with a team of kind and compassionate professionals delivering top-tier care and assistance around the clock.

Atria Cary promotes an active and connected environment, providing all-around amenities and services. With its signature Engage Life program, residents experience a wide range of learning opportunities and programs to enhance their quality of life. Enjoy wonderful conversations with friends over healthy and delicious chef-prepared meals three times daily in different dining venues. The pet-friendly community provides an indoor swimming pool, a library, a movie theater, a fitness center, a physical therapy center, a salon, a game room, a putting green, and serene walking paths for seniors’ leisure and wellness.

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WhiteStone

700 S Holden Rd, Greensboro, NC 27407
Overview of Whitestone

Whitestone is a blissful senior living community in Guilford County, Greensboro, NC, offering a vibrant independent living environment. Residents are provided plenty of options for their living space, including spacious apartments, cozy cottages, and free standing single residences, set in beautifully maintained 42-acre ground. In addition to a maintenance-free living, residents are also given access to an array of healthcare services, such as routine checkups, rehabilitation therapy, short- and long-term skilled nursing, and memory care should they need it.

Without the worries of housekeeping, maintenance, and meal preparation, residents can focus on living their life to the fullest. Hence, the community offers plenty of beautiful amenities and enriching activities. Here, residents are free to pursue their hobbies, explore new interests, make new friends, or visit all those places they’ve always wanted to explore.

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Overview of Morningside of Wilmington

Morningside of Wilmington, located in Wilmington, NC, is a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. The community provides accommodation options including studio-type and one-bedroom residences, all equipped with a living area, bathroom, and some featuring a kitchenette. The commitment to resident well-being extends to their healthcare services, with Five Star communities staffed 24/7 by trained caregivers. These caregivers offer comprehensive assistance ranging from personal care, to transportation, and medication management.

Residents at Morningside of Wilmington enjoy a variety of amenities designed to enhance their daily living experience. The community offers restaurant-style dining, a spacious activity center, and hosts numerous social and recreational events. Additionally, residents have access to a full-service barber and beauty salon, contributing to a holistic and enjoyable lifestyle. Morningside of Wilmington takes a unique approach to activities through Lifestyle360, which goes beyond a traditional activities program. It is a holistic experience built around Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and the five dimensions of wellness: physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual. This ensures that every aspect of the community’s offerings helps residents continue to develop and become their best selves.

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Overview of Arbor Acres

Situated in the heart of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Arbor Acres is a distinguished continuing care retirement community. This tranquil haven provides a spectrum of living options, spanning independent living, assisted care, memory care, and skilled nursing, designed to cater to diverse senior needs.

Within the rare and beautiful setting of Arbor Acres, residents find a place to reside and a canvas where purpose, creativity, and motivation flourish. Life at Arbor Acres shines brilliantly, fostering an environment where friendships blossom and the art of living is embraced. All are welcome to experience the exceptional lifestyle offered at Arbor Acres, where each resident is invited to savor the richness of their journey in this vibrant and thriving community.

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Overview of Briar Creek Health Center at the Barclay at Southpark

Enjoy a seamless transition between care levels in Briar Creek Health Center at the Barclay at Southpark, a distinguished community in Charlotte, NC offering an array of care services. They provide access to assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing under one campus. The community also offers respite care to help family caregivers who need a break from caring for their loved ones, giving them their much-deserved rest and vacation.

With personalized care plans, daily living assistance, and personal care support, residents find plenty of free time to enjoy their passions and make new friends. Housekeeping services are also offered so residents can fully enjoy the community’s vibrant activities and thoughtful amenities like a salon and cozy sun room. At Briar Creek Health Center at the Barclay at Southpark, residents are inspired and equipped to live their golden years fully.

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Overview of The Oaks at Whitaker Glen

The Oaks at Whitaker Glen situated in the peaceful community of Raleigh, NC offers a seamless blend of expert care and refined living. In partnership with PruittHealth, the community provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services designed to meet diverse needs with personalized and attentive support. Residents can choose from well-designed floor plans, including open one-bedroom units and two-bedroom options with an additional spare room, ensuring comfort and flexibility.

Amenities include a dining area with delicious meals, recreation and fitness programs, spa services, and a pharmacy. The community features a theater, art studio, billiards and card room, and various leisure spaces for relaxation and enjoyment. The Oaks at Whitaker Glen combines exceptional care with a vibrant community, creating a place where every day is enriching and fulfilling.

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Overview of River Landing at Sandy Ridge

River Landing at Sandy Ridge in Guilford County, Colfax, NC is a lively senior living community that offers a comfortable oasis for continuing care. The community offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, to ensure residents’ care needs are provided even as it evolves. Choose from eleven floor plans, ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedrooms, complete with walk-in closets, tile flooring, laundry closets, and modern appliances for a comfortable living space.

At River Landing at Sandy Ridge, residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with weekly housekeeping, bed linen service, and maintenance and repair services provided. Residents can freely pursue their passions, discover new interests or explore the joys of retirement. The community also offers a personalized program that focuses on residents’ whole person and provides opportunities that benefit their health and the community environment.

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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 North Carolina

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 390 assisted living facilities in North Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in North Carolina?

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 North Carolina, 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 North Carolina?

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.