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Compare Assisted Living around North Carolina
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 |
Capital Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an award-winning senior living community in Holston Lane, Raleigh, NC, that is dedicated to improving seniors’ quality of life and provides a wide array of care services. These include short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, outpatient therapy, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and long-term care. A team of compassionate and highly trained professionals welcomes seniors and takes care of their needs and aspirations.
Remain well-engaged and do the things you enjoy with a well-thought-of calendar of enriching activities and exciting programs. Filled with extensive amenities, Capital Nursing and Rehabilitation Center strives to provide a comfortable and safe retirement for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.
Settled in the serene setting of Wilson, NC, Waltonwood Lake Boone offers a full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. This family-owned community ensures residents receive the right level of support to age in place, with comfortable one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans designed to enhance daily life.
This vibrant community prides itself on a variety of services and activities that encourage social engagement, including a garden house, lifestyle club, and travel club. With gourmet dining, wellness programs, and an inviting environment, residents enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle. Waltonwood Lake Boone also offers opportunities for family involvement, ensuring loved ones remain a part of the journey. A perfect blend of care, comfort, and community awaits, offering an enriching and fulfilling lifestyle.
Jurney’s Assisted Living has dedicated itself to meeting the unique needs of the senior population in Statesville and the surrounding communities of Iredell County. The commitment to delivering personalized care that caters to diverse individual needs remains unwavering. Jurney’s Assisted Living specializes in supporting seniors who require assistance with daily activities, medication management, and continuous supervision within their 24-hour Assisted Living community.
Jurney’s Assisted Living invites seniors and their families to experience the warmth, care, and support of their community, ensuring that each resident enjoys a comfortable and fulfilling life. Founded in 1996, The senior residents of Statesville and Iredell County, along with their families, have witnessed the exceptional care and dedication of the staff. Their mission revolves around ensuring the well-being and comfort of senior residents.
Located on Leasburg Road in North Carolina, The Canterbury House is recognized as the very first assisted living community in Person County. At The Canterbury House, the well-being, safety, and comfort of their residents always take precedence. They are dedicated to providing an active and engaging environment, recognizing that choosing a home for oneself or loved ones is a journey. The Canterbury House warmly welcomes you with open arms and hearts to join their community.
The Canterbury House’s commitment is central to their mission of helping each resident live their best life. Just minutes away from downtown Roxboro, This commitment is dedicated to ensuring a safe, warm, and engaging environment where every resident can experience a fulfilling and comfortable life, complete with health and personal care tailored to their unique needs.
Senior Fluent operates a 6-bed memory care and assisted living community at 3004 Bunnfield Drive in the Shepards Point neighborhood of Zebulon, Wake County, North Carolina. The single-story licensed facility houses residents in private and semi-private suites with 24-hour nursing services and maintains a 1:3 staff-to-resident ratio.
Daily meal service includes three fresh, home-cooked meals prepared to individual dietary preferences. Housekeeping, recreation, social activities, transportation coordination, visiting physician services, and on-site hairdressing support constitute the facility’s full service menu. An outdoor garden and programmed activities titled “Our Homes” serve the memory care population. Residents may access North Carolina Special Assistance and the Community Alternatives Program for eligible Medicaid coverage. Monthly pricing begins at $7,500.
Across four inspections over two years, the facility documented 2 deficiencies; a rate of 1 per year, 96% below North Carolina’s average of 23. Only one of the four inspections resulted in cited deficiencies.
The March 27, 2024 inspection identified fire safety issues: a missing fire-rated attic cover and insufficient egress from an enclosed outdoor area. Senior Fluent responded promptly by installing the required attic cover and adding a second emergency exit. Earlier inspection cycles generated no reportable findings. No complaints were investigated, no fines assessed, and no enforcement actions initiated.
The facility’s overall inspection deficiency rate of 25% represents a 65-percentage-point improvement above North Carolina’s 90% average.
Positioned 1.3 miles from downtown Zebulon in a car-dependent neighborhood (Walk Score 7), the community integrates security monitoring, wheelchair access, fire suppression systems, and emergency alert infrastructure throughout its physical plant.
Senior Fluent serves older adults with cognitive impairment, dementia, or Alzheimer’s disease requiring secured residential memory care with round-the-clock nursing, meal preparation, and structured activities in a small, specialized-care setting.
Situated in the tranquil neighborhood of Raleigh, NC, Avendelle Lazy River Assisted Living is an inviting community that offers assisted services in a cozy, residential setting. It features private and semi-private rooms with hardwood floors and beautiful views that range from the yard, front yard, and patio, which will surely provide a sense of calm and relaxation for its residents. Having a highly trained and compassionate team, the community provides personalized round-the-clock care and assistance including assistance with daily activities and medicine administration and management, all guaranteeing a unique and attentive approach to the residents.
With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy tasty and healthy meals from breakfast to dinner, housekeeping services, hospice services, and many more. At Avendelle Lazy River Assisted Living, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.
For families and prospective residents, Avendelle at Lazy River also hosts a monthly Q&A meetup that talks about Practical Advice, Emotional Support, and Resources for Residential Care Decisions. You can join our discussion through this link.
Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard is a cozy care home in Apex, NC, that offers assisted living and memory care. The community continuously promotes a nurturing environment with its cozy living spaces, ensuring older adults’ comfort and healing. Concierge services, an emergency alert system, and a beauty shop are available for residents’ convenience. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, one-on-one attention is provided around the clock.
Leisure activities, wellness programs, and social events accompany residents during their stay, promoting an active lifestyle. Spacious dining area and well-lit communal spaces also provide residents with more avenues to interact with their surroundings. With its serene setting in the thriving neighborhood of Apex, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This care home is an ideal option for older adults in North Carolina, as showcased by its high-quality services.
An idyllic community located in the quiet neighborhood of Wake Drive, Wake Forest, NC, Our Promise Care Homes at Wake Drive offers assisted living. The community promotes a cozy and quaint setting that strives to provide a safe place for up to six residents. With care and assistance tailored to residents’ needs and aspirations, the community promises an exceptional quality of life.
Lead a fun-filled life with stimulating activities and enriching programs to remain active and happy. Home-cooked meals are prepared for residents to enjoy hassle-free dining that satisfies their needs and tastes. A compassionate and well-trained professional strives to meet residents’ ever-changing needs, ensuring they spend their golden years without worries.
Situated in a serene location in Charlotte, NC, Caring Hands Senior Home is a welcoming senior living community that prioritizes residents’ well-being through its excellent assisted living services. The community features 10 years of extensive experience in delivering care and an ideal caregiver to resident ratio of 1 to 5, guaranteeing residents exceptional and personalized care. Featuring five spacious and cozy private rooms, the community fosters an intimate, family-like environment where residents and caregivers share deeper and more personal connections.
Caring for residents’ overall well-being, the community also created an inclusive social group and personal activities to promote social connectivity, along with on-site spiritual and emotional support to residents and family members. With a warm, family-like environment, holistic individualized care, friendly neighbors, and compassionate caregivers, residents here are guaranteed to live a meaningful and comfortable life.
Peacefully set in the serene neighborhood of Apalachicola Drive, Raleigh, NC, Lynn’s Care Homes at Riverside LLC, is an esteemed community that offers assisted living. Residents here enjoy the highest quality of care and support according to their needs and preferences from a kind and well-trained team available 24/7. With an intimate and welcoming setting, residents keep peace of mind in their golden years.
Residents are encouraged to live actively and gain meaningful experiences with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs. Have delightful and nutritious meals catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Respite care, transportation services, and medication management are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience. Spend your golden years without worries surrounded by the community’s specially designed amenities.
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
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.















