Page 11 of Best Memory Care in North Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 323 memory care providers in 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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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.
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.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Carolina Reserve of Hendersonville
MC
AL
Hendersonville
61
Facility 61
NC AVG 76
Rank #160 / 252
Yes
29
Facility 29
NC AVG 35
Rank #175 / 300
-
102.00/200
Facility 102.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #2 / 217
A+11
55%
Facility 55%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Private / Companion Suite
Brookdale Carriage Club Providence II
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Charlotte
34
Facility 34
NC AVG 76
Rank #223 / 252
Yes
16
Facility 16
NC AVG 35
Rank #229 / 300
79.4%
Facility 79.4%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #63 / 152
93.00/200
Facility 93.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #39 / 217
A-13
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
-
Springs of Catawba
MC
AL
RC
Hickory
66
Facility 66
NC AVG 76
Rank #138 / 252
Yes
22
Facility 22
NC AVG 35
Rank #200 / 300
-
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #41 / 217
B+16
50%
Facility 50%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #19 / 224
-
Spring Arbor of Greensboro
MC
AL
Greensboro (White Horse Farms)
100
Facility 100
NC AVG 76
Rank #50 / 252
Yes
50
Facility 50
NC AVG 35
Rank #79 / 300
-
90.00/200
Facility 90.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #171 / 217
B-13
69%
Facility 69%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed
Brookdale Lawndale Park
MC
AL
Greensboro (Devonshire At Lake Jeanette)
118
Facility 118
NC AVG 76
Rank #31 / 252
Yes
31
Facility 31
NC AVG 35
Rank #158 / 300
-
97.00/200
Facility 97.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #121 / 217
B-15
67%
Facility 67%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio / Suite
The Gardens of Trent
MC
New Bern
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 76
Rank #161 / 252
No
76
Facility 76
NC AVG 35
Rank #5 / 300
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #46 / 152
101.50/200
Facility 101.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #109 / 217
C23
0%
Facility 0%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #81 / 224
-
Parkwood Village and The Landing
MC
AL
IL
Wilson (Westwood)
70
Facility 70
NC AVG 76
Rank #126 / 252
Yes
42
Facility 42
NC AVG 35
Rank #113 / 300
-
101.50/200
Facility 101.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #63 / 217
D+15
73%
Facility 73%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Reserve at Mills Farm
MC
AL
IL
Apex
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 76
Rank #222 / 252
No
37
Facility 37
NC AVG 35
Rank #133 / 300
-
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #14 / 217
C6
67%
Facility 67%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Falls River Village Assisted Living
MC
AL
Raleigh (North Raleigh)
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 76
Rank #161 / 252
No
63
Facility 63
NC AVG 35
Rank #24 / 300
-
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #41 / 217
A+13
46%
Facility 46%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #24 / 224
-
The Landings of Mills River
MC
AL
Mills River
65
Facility 65
NC AVG 76
Rank #146 / 252
No
17
Facility 17
NC AVG 35
Rank #226 / 300
30.8%
Facility 30.8%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #134 / 152
102.00/200
Facility 102.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #58 / 217
B+7
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other NC memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 323 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Carolina Reserve of Hendersonville

Featuring the inviting neighborhood of Hendersonville, NC, the Carolina Reserve of Hendersonville is a peculiar senior living community providing assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can choose among a wide array of spacious and comfortable accommodations with several floor plans ranging from private rooms to privacy/companion suites, and deluxe private companion suites. With its trained and dedicated team, this community offers an emergency response system and 24/7 personalized care services for its residents. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia are provided with a cutting-edge program named Pathways to Discovery through its well-trained and empathetic team.

The community is committed to providing a perfect balance between personal freedom and intentional care wherein residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals and snacks daily, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Participate in diverse social activities like wellness programs. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can surely achieve a worthwhile retirement.

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Brookdale Carriage Club Providence II

5816 Old Providence Road Charlotte, Nc 28226, Charlotte, NC 28226
Overview of Brookdale Carriage Club Providence II

Brookdale Carriage Club Providence II is found on Old Providence Road in the southern part of Charlotte, North Carolina. This big home works as a place where old people can stay forever, which means that help with daily life and medical care are all offered in one spot. The area has a very low score for walking, so you should expect to use a car whenever you need to go to the store or see a doctor.

The part for people who need a lot of medical help is small with only 34 beds, and right now 27 of those beds are being used. For health needs, the home helps people get stronger after being sick and gives family members a break from taking care of their loved ones. Workers are there to help at all times of the day and night. Every building is easy to move through with a wheelchair and has a special button to push if there is a sudden problem.

You can find a pool outside, a room for exercise, a place to read books, and a small church right on the land. In the yard, the people living there can enjoy paths for walking, a garden, a spot for golf, and a small pond for catching fish. Rides to places, help with chores, a hair shop, and extra rooms for family to stay in are also provided, and everyone eats together like they are at a food shop; animals are allowed to live there too.

The main things that leaders look at in the records are how medicine is given, the plans for taking care of people, and the tools for stopping fires.

Living there without much help starts at $3,430 every month, but the price goes up if you need more help with your memory or your body. The reports show a small place with many fun things to do in a part of Charlotte where you must drive, but it has the good point of changing how it helps you as you get older.

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Overview of Springs of Catawba

Springs of Catawba is an assisted living and memory care community in Hickory that offers an inviting atmosphere so that residents can be comfortable and feel a sense of belonging in their new home; management ensures that everyone is treated with respect and compassion. Life in an assisted living home means a life of convenience and flexibility.

Springs of Catawba’s essential services include housekeeping, ADLs, medication management, meal plans, engaging activities, and specialized memory care support.

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Overview of Spring Arbor of Greensboro

Nestled in a quiet neighborhood in Guilford County, Greensboro, NC, Spring Arbor of Greensboro is a supportive senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents are warmly welcomed into beautifully designed living spaces, with an array of studios and one-bedroom apartments to choose from. With a built-in emergency response system in every residence and a maintenance-free lifestyle, residents here are guaranteed to thrive and enjoy a retirement life with no worries.

Committed to elevating residents’ experience and quality of life, the community offers an array of specially designed activities to rekindle old interests, develop new hobbies, and socialize with new people. Residents are also empowered to focus on their holistic wellness with a variety of programs, classes, and events. At Spring Arbor of Greensboro, everyday is filled with plenty of new experiences and programs that are specifically designed to empower residents to live fulfilling lives.

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Overview of Brookdale Lawndale Park

Situated in Greensboro, North Carolina, Brookdale Lawndale Park caters to seniors seeking a vibrant assisted living and memory care community, allowing residents to access the level of care they need as their circumstances evolve. Residents can choose from cozy, pet-friendly apartments and enjoy a full calendar of activities designed to stimulate the mind, body, and social spirit. Recognized as Best in Memory Care by U.S. News and World Report, the community guarantees exceptional care and assistance to its residents requiring specialized support.

Whether it’s a B-Fit exercise class, a crafting session, or a social gathering, there are opportunities for everyone to explore new interests and connect with others. For memory care residents, specially designed programs with six daily activities ensure continued engagement and a sense of purpose. Mealtimes are another highlight, offering restaurant-style service and a chance to socialize in the elegant dining room. Memory care residents further benefit from a dining experience tailored to their needs, with features that create a sense of comfort and belonging.

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The Gardens of Trent

2915 Brunswick Avenue New Bern, Nc 28562, New Bern, NC 28562
Overview of The Gardens of Trent

The Gardens of Trent provides memory care in New Bern, North Carolina. The community is built for residents living with dementia, and its secured setting is the center of how it operates. Its location scores a 76 for walkability, which means most errands sit within a short walk and family members can get around the area on foot.

The community holds 60 beds and is home to 52 residents right now, putting occupancy at 87 percent. Residents live in a secured environment shaped around dementia care, where the day has structure and the exits stay controlled. Nursing services are available, and staff are on-site 24 hours a day. That around-the-clock coverage matters most for the overnight hours, when a resident may need help and set-shift staffing would leave a gap.

Housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation are all handled in-house. Meals come restaurant-style in a shared dining room. Residents also have a library, an entertainment room, and an outdoor common area, so there is space to read, gather, or step outside without leaving the secured grounds.

For families weighing cost, the community accepts Medicaid. That gives households a coverage route when private pay alone is not the plan.

What the record describes is a secured memory care community in a walkable stretch of New Bern, staffed around the clock and set up for the daily rhythms of residents living with dementia.

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Overview of Parkwood Village and the Landing

Parkwood Village and the Landing offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Wilson, NC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment; independent living offers private housing with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 70 beds and offers one bedroom and two bedroom housing. A one bedroom layout suits one resident, while a two bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together, and having all three care settings in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time because moving to another care setting may not require leaving the community.

An area Walk Score of 42 places the community in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, including for a resident who no longer drives. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may be able to keep a pet in the community.

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Overview of The Reserve at Mills Farm

The Reserve at Mills Farm continues to excel in creating a lifestyle that suits the needs of its residents. The luxurious community offers many opportunities for blossoming friendships between staff and residents. Cultivating personal growth and holistic wellness is what they are known for; residents learn to live vibrant social lives during their golden years.

The Reserve offers many activities and amenities that cater to the interests of every senior– it features a recreational room, transportation services, in-house maintenance service, seasonal menus served occasionally, social activities, and wellness programs ensuring that residents stay entertained and engaged throughout the day.

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Overview of Falls River Village Assisted Living

Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, Falls River Village Assisted Living offers a helping hand for seniors seeking a safe and supportive environment. With 24/7 on-site team, residents can expect a personalized approach to their well-being. Care plans are meticulously crafted to address each individual’s needs, ensuring they receive the right amount of assistance with daily tasks like dressing, bathing, and medication management. This personalized approach fosters a sense of independence while offering a helping hand when needed.

Falls River recognizes that well-being extends beyond just physical care. They offer a vibrant social atmosphere through engaging activities and social events. This not only promotes mental stimulation but also fosters a sense of community and belonging. Residents can enjoy participating in these events or simply relax in the secure knowledge that a caring team is always available. Falls River Village Assisted Living goes the extra mile to create a fulfilling and enriching experience for seniors.

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The Landings of Mills River

4143 Haywood Road Mills River, Nc 28759, Mills River, NC 28759
Overview of The Landings of Mills River

In Mills River, NC, The Landings of Mills River is licensed for assisted living and memory care. The daily business of dressing, medication, and bathing is what assisted living handles, for a resident who needs that much and no more. Memory care puts someone prone to wandering under supervision in a secured area.

Both care types belong to one license at one address, which spares a family the second search later on. Sixty-five beds are licensed in the building. Secured Living is the program behind the memory care here, and dementia far enough along to need that level of supervision is what brings a family to it.

Medicaid is accepted, so a resident already qualified can put that coverage against the cost of a stay. Residents have a library, and transportation is available as well.

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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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Memory Care in North Carolina at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 35/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in North Carolina. 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: 76The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in North Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care 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.

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 323 memory care communities in North Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.