
Compare Assisted Living around Winston-salem
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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Homestead Hills Assisted Living | AL IL MC NH SNF | Winston-Salem | 66
Facility
66
NC AVG
72
Rank
#199 / 388 | Yes |
20
Facility
20
NC AVG
33
Rank
#378 / 573 | 30.3% | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#31 / 321 | 19 | 73.7%
Facility
73.7%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#114 / 333 | - | |
| Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem | AL HOS MC RC | Winston-Salem | 115
Facility
115
NC AVG
72
Rank
#54 / 388 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
NC AVG
33
Rank
#176 / 573 | 100.0% | 73.75/200
Facility
73.75/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#299 / 321 | 32 | 87.5%
Facility
87.5%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#273 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| Priddy Manor | AL MC | King (Priddy Road) | 79
Facility
79
NC AVG
72
Rank
#158 / 388 | No |
2
Facility
2
NC AVG
33
Rank
#527 / 573 | - | 105.50/200
Facility
105.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#5 / 321 | 16 | 62.5%
Facility
62.5%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#53 / 333 | Studio / Suite | |
| Brookdale Reynolda Road | AL | Winston-Salem | 72
Facility
72
NC AVG
72
Rank
#177 / 388 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
NC AVG
33
Rank
#211 / 573 | 66.7% | 102.50/200
Facility
102.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#73 / 321 | 25 | 80%
Facility
80%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#168 / 333 | Studio / 2 Bed | |
| Magnolia Creek | AL MC RC | Winston-Salem (Crosslands) | 117
Facility
117
NC AVG
72
Rank
#51 / 388 | No |
1
Facility
1
NC AVG
33
Rank
#538 / 573 | 24.8% | 98.50/200
Facility
98.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#168 / 321 | 22 | 81.8%
Facility
81.8%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#194 / 333 | - | |
| Ivy at Clemmons | AL | Clemmons (Meadowbrook Mall Court) | - | Yes |
51
Facility
51
NC AVG
33
Rank
#138 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Heritage Woods Senior Living | AL IL | Winston-Salem | - | No |
35
Facility
35
NC AVG
33
Rank
#261 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Grand Villa Assisted Living at Winston | AL MC | Winston-Salem (Swaimtown) | 142
Facility
142
NC AVG
72
Rank
#15 / 388 | No |
11
Facility
11
NC AVG
33
Rank
#450 / 573 | 0 | - | 43.75/200
Facility
43.75/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#304 / 321 | 68 | 94.1%
Facility
94.1%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#318 / 333 | Yes, Pets Allowed |
| Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Winston-Salem | - | Yes |
38
Facility
38
NC AVG
33
Rank
#236 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Southfork | AL MC RC | Winston-Salem | 78
Facility
78
NC AVG
72
Rank
#162 / 388 | No |
20
Facility
20
NC AVG
33
Rank
#378 / 573 | 60.3% | 91.50/200
Facility
91.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#252 / 321 | 23 | 82.6%
Facility
82.6%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#212 / 333 | - | |
| Harmony at Brookberry Farm | AL IL | Winston-Salem | - | Yes |
21
Facility
21
NC AVG
33
Rank
#372 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Salemtowne Retirement Community | AL IL NH SNF | Winston-Salem | - | No |
28
Facility
28
NC AVG
33
Rank
#329 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Brookridge | AL IL MC NH SNF | Winston-Salem | - | Yes |
6
Facility
6
NC AVG
33
Rank
#485 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Oak Forest Health and Rehabilitation Center | AL HOS NH PC RC SNF | Winston-Salem | 170
Facility
170
NC AVG
72
Rank
#7 / 388 | No |
5
Facility
5
NC AVG
33
Rank
#497 / 573 | 91.9% | - | - | - | - | - |
| Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation | AL HOS MC NH RC SNF | Winston-Salem (West Highlands) | 230
Facility
230
NC AVG
72
Rank
#1 / 388 | No |
62
Facility
62
NC AVG
33
Rank
#58 / 573 | 93.5% | - | - | - | - | - |
Brookstone of Clemmons is one of the trusted assisted living communities in Winston-Salem. Management strives to offer a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for seniors needing quality assistance by providing options that cater to each individual’s needs. The person-centered environment helps improve residents’ quality of life by providing tailored care to each individual.
Brookstone of Clemmons ensures that its residents maintain their independence. They offer amenities and services, including a library, recreational center, and an elegant dining room, with services such as housekeeping and linen, transportation, daily activities, and programs.
Forest Heights is a charming senior living home with a friendly atmosphere where residents can feel comfortable making new friendships. Specializing in assisted living and memory care services, the old living home provides a high-quality senior-living experience established through the excellent service many families across the country acclaim. A proud member of the Five Star Residences, expect premier residential living.
Forest Heights offers modern amenities and friendly staff, they provide senior care service like no other. From delicious meals served any time of the day to fun activities open for everyone, they always strive to provide everything you will need. Residential life is all about amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining.
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 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.








