Best Assisted Living in Winston-Salem, NC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 21 assisted living communities in Winston-salem, NC 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

Reviewed by

Dr. Jordan Weiss

Last updated

Jun 2026

We analyzed

21 homes

Other senior care options in Winston-salem:

Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living

Avg Walk Score: 25/ 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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The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.


Priddy Manor	AL MC	King (Priddy Road)	79 Facility 79 NC AVG 72 Rank #160 / 390	No	2 Facility 2 NC AVG 33 Rank #526 / 572	-		105.50/200 Facility 105.50/200 NC AVG 92.2 Rank #5 / 322	16	62.5% Facility 62.5% NC AVG 76.2% Rank #54 / 335	Studio / Suite
Brookdale Reynolda Road	AL	Winston-Salem	72 Facility 72 NC AVG 72 Rank #179 / 390	No	42 Facility 42 NC AVG 33 Rank #210 / 572	66.7% Facility 66.7% NC AVG 69.9% Rank #152 / 246		102.50/200 Facility 102.50/200 NC AVG 92.2 Rank #73 / 322	25	80% Facility 80% NC AVG 76.2% Rank #169 / 335	Studio / 2 Bed
Magnolia Creek	AL MC RC	Winston-Salem (Crosslands)	117 Facility 117 NC AVG 72 Rank #52 / 390	No	1 Facility 1 NC AVG 33 Rank #537 / 572	24.8% Facility 24.8% NC AVG 69.9% Rank #237 / 246		98.50/200 Facility 98.50/200 NC AVG 92.2 Rank #168 / 322	22	81.8% Facility 81.8% NC AVG 76.2% Rank #195 / 335	-
Grand Villa Assisted Living at Winston	AL MC	Winston-Salem (Swaimtown)	142 Facility 142 NC AVG 72 Rank #15 / 390	No	11 Facility 11 NC AVG 33 Rank #449 / 572	-	-	43.75/200 Facility 43.75/200 NC AVG 92.2 Rank #305 / 322	68	94.1% Facility 94.1% NC AVG 76.2% Rank #320 / 335	Yes, Pets Allowed
Heritage Woods Senior Living	AL IL	Winston-Salem	-	No	35 Facility 35 NC AVG 33 Rank #260 / 572	-	-	-	-	-	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harmony at Brookberry Farm	AL IL	Winston-Salem	-	Yes	21 Facility 21 NC AVG 33 Rank #371 / 572	-	-	-	-	-	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Salemtowne Retirement Community	AL IL NH	Winston-Salem	-	No	28 Facility 28 NC AVG 33 Rank #328 / 572	-	-	-	-	-	-
Ivy at Clemmons	AL	Clemmons (Meadowbrook Mall Court)	-	Yes	51 Facility 51 NC AVG 33 Rank #137 / 572	-	-	-	-	-	-
Oak Forest Health and Rehabilitation Center	AL HC NC NH PC RC	Winston-Salem	170 Facility 170 NC AVG 72 Rank #7 / 390	No	5 Facility 5 NC AVG 33 Rank #496 / 572	78.6% Facility 78.6% NC AVG 69.9% Rank #107 / 246	-	-	-	-	-
Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation	AL HC MC NH RC	Winston-Salem (Oldtown)	66 Facility 66 NC AVG 72 Rank #201 / 390	No	24 Facility 24 NC AVG 33 Rank #349 / 572	74.2% Facility 74.2% NC AVG 69.9% Rank #125 / 246	-	-	-	-	-
Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem	AL HC MC RC	Winston-Salem	115 Facility 115 NC AVG 72 Rank #55 / 390	Yes	47 Facility 47 NC AVG 33 Rank #175 / 572	100.0% Facility 100.0% NC AVG 69.9% Rank #1 / 246		73.75/200 Facility 73.75/200 NC AVG 92.2 Rank #300 / 322	32	87.5% Facility 87.5% NC AVG 76.2% Rank #274 / 335	Studio / 1 Bed
Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation	AL HC MC NH RC	Winston-Salem (West Highlands)	230 Facility 230 NC AVG 72 Rank #1 / 390	No	62 Facility 62 NC AVG 33 Rank #58 / 572	87.6% Facility 87.6% NC AVG 69.9% Rank #60 / 246	-	-	-	-	-
PruittPlace – Winston Salem	AL MC	Winston-Salem (Oak Crest)	-	Yes	24 Facility 24 NC AVG 33 Rank #349 / 572	-	-	-	-	-	Studio / 1 Bed
Homestead Hills Assisted Living	AL IL MC NH	Winston-Salem	66 Facility 66 NC AVG 72 Rank #201 / 390	No	20 Facility 20 NC AVG 33 Rank #377 / 572	30.3% Facility 30.3% NC AVG 69.9% Rank #227 / 246		103.50/200 Facility 103.50/200 NC AVG 92.2 Rank #31 / 322	19	73.7% Facility 73.7% NC AVG 76.2% Rank #115 / 335	-
Southfork	AL MC RC	Winston-Salem	78 Facility 78 NC AVG 72 Rank #164 / 390	No	20 Facility 20 NC AVG 33 Rank #377 / 572	60.3% Facility 60.3% NC AVG 69.9% Rank #169 / 246		91.50/200 Facility 91.50/200 NC AVG 92.2 Rank #253 / 322	23	82.6% Facility 82.6% NC AVG 76.2% Rank #213 / 335	-

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Overview of Brookstone of Clemmons

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.

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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.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 21 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.