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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 |
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Overview of Sanford Senior Living
Sanford Senior Living & Sanford Manor is located in the heart of the medical community and convenient to shopping and restaurants. It offers affordable family-style independent and assisted living. The community provides 24/7 awake staff, full meal and dining programs, and other service amenities.
Marion Assisted Living is an adult long term care facility in Marion, NC. It offers a full range of services including assisted living, medication monitoring, and nutritional counseling. The facility has been in continuous operation for over 25 years, providing compassionate care to its residents.
Overview of Magnolia Gardens
Magnolia Gardens is a family-owned and operated assisted living community located in Southern Pines, NC. It offers a quality lifestyle with comfort, support, and activities that enliven the spirit. The community provides personalized assistance with daily activities and features both private and semi-private rooms.
Overview of Franklin House
Franklin House is a senior living facility located in Franklin, North Carolina. It offers assisted living, memory care, and secured living options for seniors. The community focuses on providing personalized care and a supportive environment for residents.
Overview of Williamston House
Williamston House is a senior living facility located in Williamston, North Carolina. It offers assisted living and secured living options for seniors, providing personalized support for daily activities while promoting independence. The community focuses on creating a nurturing environment where residents can thrive and enjoy life.
Overview of Morningstar Assisted Living
Morningstar Assisted Living is located in Sylva, North Carolina, providing quality senior care in a home-like environment. The facility offers a range of services including assisted living, respite care, and on-site medical care. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities and dining options tailored to their preferences.
Overview of The Landings of Smithfield
The Landings of Smithfield is a senior living facility located in Smithfield, North Carolina. It offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. The community focuses on providing a supportive lifestyle that simplifies daily life while ensuring residents maintain their independence and dignity.
Overview of Open Arms Retirement Center
Open Arms Retirement Center is an affordable Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Raeford, NC. It provides a warm, welcoming environment making every resident feel at home. The community offers personalized support, engaging programs, and a true sense of home.
Overview of Four Oaks Senior Living
Four Oaks Senior Living is a senior living facility located in Four Oaks, North Carolina. It offers assisted living, memory care, and secured living options for seniors. The community focuses on providing a supportive lifestyle that simplifies daily life while ensuring residents maintain their independence and dignity.
Overview of The Landings of Mills River
The Landings of Mills River is a senior living facility located in Mills River, North Carolina. It offers assisted living, memory care, and secured living options for seniors. The community focuses on providing personalized care and a supportive environment for residents.
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.
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