Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Winston-Salem, NC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 22 assisted living communities in Winston-salem, 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Oak Forest Health and Rehabilitation Center
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Winston-Salem
170
Facility 170
NC AVG 70
Rank #5 / 328
No
5
Facility 5
NC AVG 34
Rank #343 / 373
91.1%
Facility 91.1%
NC AVG 68.5%
Rank #45 / 186
-
Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Winston-Salem (Oldtown)
66
Facility 66
NC AVG 70
Rank #171 / 328
No
24
Facility 24
NC AVG 34
Rank #230 / 373
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
NC AVG 68.5%
Rank #41 / 186
-
Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Winston-Salem
-Yes
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 34
Rank #147 / 373
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Salemtowne Retirement Community
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Winston-Salem
-No
28
Facility 28
NC AVG 34
Rank #212 / 373
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Heritage Woods Senior Living
AL
IL
Winston-Salem
-No
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 34
Rank #167 / 373
-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harmony at Brookberry Farm
AL
IL
Winston-Salem
-Yes
21
Facility 21
NC AVG 34
Rank #246 / 373
-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
PruittPlace – Winston Salem
AL
MC
Winston-Salem (Oak Crest)
-Yes
24
Facility 24
NC AVG 34
Rank #230 / 373
-Studio / 1 Bed
Salemtowne, the Moravian Community
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Winston-Salem
-No
16
Facility 16
NC AVG 34
Rank #273 / 373
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Forest Heights
AL
Winston-Salem
-No
58
Facility 58
NC AVG 34
Rank #58 / 373
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Ivy at Clemmons
AL
Clemmons
-Yes
51
Facility 51
NC AVG 34
Rank #86 / 373
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Overview of Oak Forest Health and Rehabilitation Center

The sister nursing center of The Oaks, Oaks Forest is where residents thrive with the support of quality services for skilled nursing and rehabilitation. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, and long-term living– the nursing home aim to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness.

As a proud member of the Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, expect Oak Forest to provide a list of comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free. These include 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and specialized programs available.

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Overview of Heritage Woods Senior Living

Heritage Woods Senior Living in Multnomah County, Winston-Salem, NC, is an excellent senior living community that offers independent living and assisted living services. The community makes sure residents enjoy a cozy and spotless residence with weekly housekeeping service, with fresh linens and towels, as well as daily tidy-up service. Residents enjoy round-the-clock care and assistance provided by the caring and hardworking care team of the community.

At Heritage Woods Assisted Living, residents are able to lead the lifestyle they desire with an abundance of opportunities for leisure, learning, and entertainment through a wide range of classes and activities. The community provides plenty of amenities and services for health & wellness, such as a state-of-the-art fitness center, a consultant pharmacist, balance and mobility programs, as well as personal training and wellness assessments. Residents’ nutritions and cravings are also handled with deliciously prepared meals, beverages, and snacks available anytime.

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Harmony at Brookberry Farm

526 Brookberry Heights Crossing, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
Overview of Harmony at Brookberry Farm

As its name suggests, Harmony at Brookberry Farm ensures a serene and harmonious community environment; it also indicates that senior living is supposed to be calming and balanced– a freeing lifestyle with the necessary support. The elegant community is an independent living, assisted living, and secured assisted living with personal care. Residents receive a strong sense of freedom in addition to specialized assistance. Harmony at Brookberry Farm is a home that allows residents to tailor their lifestyle to suit their needs.

As a proud member of the Harmony Senior Living community, expect an elevated lifestyle because of its detail-oriented approach to care and complete attention to the needs of its residents. Their amenities and services include laundry services, transportation services, healthy and delicious chef-prepared meals, memory retention activities, and fitness programs. Its memory care services aid seniors programs that are focused on mental stimulation.

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Overview of PruittPlace – Winston Salem

PruittPlace – Winston Salem is an assisted living community in Winston-Salem, NC, offering personal care and memory care. Prioritizing older adults’ comfort and well-being, the community maintains a warm, home-like environment. 24-hour assistance, round-the-clock maintenance, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and laundry, as well as on-site professional nurses, are provided to improve residents’ living experiences. With personalized care plans, the community provides the best possible care tailored to residents’ unique needs and habits.

Arts and crafts, board games, and active games foster socialization and help improve residents’ cognition. For residents’ leisure and wellness, a beauty salon/ barber shop, an activity area, a theater, and an exercise room are just some of the available on-site amenities. With public transportation nearby, the community is easily accessible. This assisted living community is a great choice for senior living in North Carolina, as it has dedicated services.

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Forest Heights

2500 Polo Ridge Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
Overview of Forest Heights

Forest Heights offers assisted living in Winston-Salem, NC, with help available for daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while residents keep their own apartments. The area is somewhat walkable, so some errands are possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to manage select nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community

Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community operates as a memory care facility in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, under Methodist Church affiliation. The facility is not currently CMS-certified for Medicare or Medicaid. Bert Sanders has served as Healthcare Administrator since 2024. Walk score of 38 reflects somewhat walkable neighborhood access, though most resident errands and outings require transportation.

The community provides skilled nursing care, memory care, rehabilitation services, and respite care. The facility’s stated philosophy emphasizes hospitality, stress-free lifestyle, and support for purposeful living within a residential, resort-style environment.

Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants staff the facility. Programming includes Fountain Hill Home Care and arts activities designed for cognitive support and resident engagement. Amenities encompass housekeeping, physical therapy, organized social events, 24-hour concierge service, hair salon, library access, and restaurant-style dining.

The facility does not participate in CMS certification. Residents access the facility through private pay arrangements and potentially through North Carolina’s financial assistance programs including Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults, Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), and State/County Special Assistance programs, though direct facility-level participation in these programs is not confirmed.

The Methodist Church affiliation may indicate nonprofit status and long-standing community presence.

Family evaluation of Arbor Acres necessarily relies on in-person facility visits, direct interviews with current residents and family members, review of individual care agreements and service specifications, and assessment of observed staff-resident interactions and physical environment conditions rather than comparative public benchmarking.

Arbor Acres presents itself as a specialized memory care community emphasizing lifestyle amenities and personalized support.

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Overview of Salemtowne Retirement Community

Nestled in the picturesque landscape, Salemtowne Retirement Community stands as a tranquil haven for seniors seeking a vibrant and supportive lifestyle in their golden years. With a focus on holistic living, this community provides comfortable residential options, from spacious cottages to cozy apartments, ensuring every resident finds their ideal abode. The community’s commitment to promoting an active and fulfilling retirement is evident in its array of recreational facilities, including fitness centers, walking trails, and creative spaces. Salemtowne Retirement Community stands as more than just a place to reside; it’s a nurturing environment where seniors can embrace each day with enthusiasm and joy.
At Salemtowne Retirement Community, the essence of graceful aging is exemplified through a range of comprehensive services that cater to the evolving needs of its residents. From the assurance of healthcare access to the convenience of on-site dining options, the community places a premium on enhancing the quality of life for its senior members. Professional staff and caregivers are dedicated to providing personalized support, allowing residents to maintain their independence while knowing that assistance is readily available when required. The community’s serene surroundings and thoughtfully designed architecture create an atmosphere of serenity and relaxation, fostering a sense of belonging and security. Rooted in a tradition of respect for individuality and a commitment to well-being,

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Ivy at Clemmons

6010 Meadowbrook Mall Ct, Clemmons, NC 27012
Overview of Ivy at Clemmons

Ivy at Clemmons is an assisted living community in Clemmons, NC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. This setting suits someone who needs that support in a residential setting.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet with them. The area has a somewhat walkable Walk Score of 51, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can reach certain errands independently.

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Overview of Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation

The sister home of Willow Valley Center, Mill Creek, is also the premier health and rehabilitation center. A comprehensive community that presents a resort-like lifestyle with world-class hospitality offered to each unique individual with personal needs. The health and rehabilitation center’s nursing approach is focused on comprehensive therapies that contribute to a speedy recovery. Mill Creek is known for its world-class hospitality balanced with small-town charm.

The elegant nursing home creates an atmosphere where residents thrive and are enriched with quality skilled nursing care. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitation specialty with long-term and short-term care services. Amenities include a library, a courtyard, a family visitation room, daily meals provided, and a hair salon.

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Overview of Salemtowne, the Moravian Community

Salemtowne is a not-for-profit Life Plane home that has been one of the trusted communities for years. The professional caregivers ensure that residents don’t have to worry about living alone by encouraging them to engage with others and enrich their knowledge and social life. The independent living and assisted living community strives to create an atmosphere of warmth, respect, and fellowship where seniors feel like they belong in a nurturing environment.
Salemtowne’s resort-style community boasts its quintessential services that essentially make the lives of each resident stress-free so seniors can pursue and continue their interests every day. Community features center on life-enriching and engaging amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, medication management, and transportation.

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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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Assisted Living in Winston-salem at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 28/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Winston-salem, 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Winston-salem, NC. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Winston-Salem, 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 22 assisted living facilities in Winston-Salem, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem, 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.