Best Memory Care in Mecklenburg County, NC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 memory care providers in Mecklenburg County, NC using NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in NC
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We analyzed These are the providers in Mecklenburg County, NC our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Mecklenburg County, NC. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
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Avg Walk Score: 29/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Mecklenburg County, 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: 38The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Mecklenburg County, NC. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Mecklenburg County

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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
NC DHSR Star Rating (0–4 stars). Issued by North Carolina's Division of Health Service Regulation based on annual facility inspections. Stars reflect overall compliance with state health and safety rules - 4 stars requires scores of 100+ on two consecutive annual inspections. Ratings can change between inspections if new violations or licensure actions occur.
DHSR Quality Score (/200). Each annual inspection starts at a base of 100 points. Facilities earn demerit points for violations and citations, and merit points for correcting issues, maintaining resident/family councils, sprinkler systems, and other quality programs. The "/200" display reflects the two most recent annual inspections combined - giving a longer-term view of compliance trends rather than a single snapshot.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Ranson Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Huntersville (Rosedale)
100
Facility 100
NC AVG 70
Rank #66 / 368
No
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 35
Rank #439 / 508
101.50/200
Facility 101.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #103 / 321
9
89%
Facility 89%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #71 / 333
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Joyful Senior Living
MC
AL
Huntersville
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 70
Rank #316 / 368
No
58
Facility 58
NC AVG 35
Rank #84 / 508
92.50/200
Facility 92.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #247 / 321
2
50%
Facility 50%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #12 / 333
Private / Semi-Private
The Brownstone
MC
AL
RESC
Charlotte (Stonehaven)
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 70
Rank #316 / 368
No
2
Facility 2
NC AVG 35
Rank #498 / 508
105.50/200
Facility 105.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #5 / 321
3
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Private Rooms
Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – NC West
MC
NH
SNF
Charlotte (Eastland - Wilora Lake)
70
Facility 70
NC AVG 70
Rank #167 / 368
No
14
Facility 14
NC AVG 35
Rank #401 / 508
--3
67%
Facility 67%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #17 / 333
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Glen Haven Huntersville
MC
AL
Huntersville
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 70
Rank #316 / 368
No-----Private Rooms
Tailored Home Care
MC
HC
Belmont
-No
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 35
Rank #65 / 508
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NC community we track that reports that metric, not just the 6 analyzed for Mecklenburg County. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Ranson Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care

Ranson Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care in Huntersville, NC, offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With 100 beds and private or semi-private rooms, a resident can live alone or share with a companion, and the range of care options can suit someone whose needs may grow over time.

Contact Ranson Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care

Joyful Senior Living

16627 Ranger Trail, Huntersville, NC 28078
Overview of Joyful Senior Living

Experience the warmth and care of Joyful Senior Living in Huntersville, NC, where exceptional assisted living services and a supportive community come together to enhance daily life. Specializing in the care of residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, the dedicated team at Joyful Senior Living crafts personalized care plans that are regularly updated to meet the evolving needs and goals of each resident. In the inviting one-story home, residents receive round-the-clock assistance and emergency care, complemented by on-call physician services and oversight from registered nurses.

With a committed executive director, activity director, certified nurse assistants, med techs, and pharmacy services, every aspect of care is handled with expertise. Enjoy engaging activities such as embroidery and arts and crafts, along with therapeutic diets managed by a registered dietitian and reliable house maintenance services. At Joyful Senior Living, each day is designed to inspire comfort, creativity, and a true sense of community.

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Overview of The Brownstone

Nestled in the tranquil area of Charlotte, NC, The Brownstone is a cozy and secure haven for those seeking compassionate assisted living services. Their bright and spacious accommodations provide residents with a relaxing environment where they can receive 24/7 supervision, daily living assistance, and access to a range of healthcare services on-site. Those living with memory conditions also have access to personalized memory enrichment activities tailored to their individual abilities and in slowing cognitive decline.

Their campus is equipped with advanced safety features, emergency systems, visual cues, and wheelchair-accessible ramps to ensure residents feel safe and secure in their surroundings. They also ensure residents’ meals are tailored to their nutritional needs and approved by a registered dietician. With relaxing common areas, fun celebrations, and exciting events, residents find plenty of opportunities to celebrate life and make meaningful connections that last.

Contact The Brownstone

Overview of Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – Nc West

Wilora Lake Healthcare Center, Nc West is a 70 bed nursing home in the Eastland, Wilora Lake neighborhood of Charlotte, offering memory care and skilled nursing. Memory care provides supervision for residents who need support related to dementia, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs include dementia related supervision or ongoing nursing care.

Services include comprehensive post acute care, rehabilitation therapy, and long term care. Residents can receive therapy while recovering, then continue with care when support is needed beyond a short term rehabilitation stay. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 14 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

Contact Wilora Lake Healthcare Center – NC West

Overview of Glen Haven Huntersville

Offering personal care and memory care, Glen Haven Huntersville is an assisted living community in Huntersville, North Carolina, with an intimate 6-bed capacity. As a recently built community, it provides private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms for older adults’ comfort. Family-style dining, medication management, and assistance with activities of daily living are also provided to improve residents’ living experience. The community also features a 3:1 caregiver ratio to ensure residents receive the utmost attention and care.

Family-style activities and wellness programs promote active living and encourage socialization. Spacious outdoor areas are also available, ensuring residents can move around. It is also set in a quiet neighborhood in Huntersville, ensuring residents have easy access to amenities. Glen Haven Senior Living is open daily from 9 A.M. to 6 P.M.

Contact Glen Haven Huntersville

Overview of Tailored Home Care

Tailored Home Care is a home care provider in North Carolina that offers personal care, memory care, and specialized care. The agency delivers a wide range of in-home services to older adults’ preferred settings. 24-hour on-call team, transportation services, incontinence care, and medication reminders are among the services provided for older adults’ convenience. Meal preparation, linens, laundry, and light housekeeping are also available to support daily living.

Mind-engaging activities, errands, and outings are available to help maintain older adults’ wellness and prevent isolation and loneliness. Temporary care and overnight support are also provided to ensure accessibility of care depending on older adults’ needs. This home care provider serves older adults in the Hendersonville and Asheville area, as well as Charlotte and Ardenwoods.

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 Memory Care in Mecklenburg County, 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.

Does North Carolina Medicaid cover memory care?

North Carolina Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 6 memory care communities in Mecklenburg County, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Mecklenburg County, 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 Mecklenburg County, 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 memory care communities in Mecklenburg County, 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.