Page 12 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
TerraBella Newton
MC
AL
Newton
96
Facility 96
NC AVG 76
Rank #58 / 252
Yes
20
Facility 20
NC AVG 35
Rank #213 / 300
-
93.50/200
Facility 93.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #2 / 217
A-15
40%
Facility 40%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #24 / 224
-
Cedar Mountain House
MC
AL
Brevard
64
Facility 64
NC AVG 76
Rank #151 / 252
No
74
Facility 74
NC AVG 35
Rank #7 / 300
54.7%
Facility 54.7%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #103 / 152
99.00/200
Facility 99.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #102 / 217
B-15
0%
Facility 0%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
-
Miss Bell’s at Fuquay
MC
AL
Fuquay-Varina (Avalon Springs)
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 76
Rank #229 / 252
No
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 35
Rank #257 / 300
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #85 / 152
95.00/200
Facility 95.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #144 / 217
B-7
57%
Facility 57%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Scotland House
MC
AL
RC
Scotland Neck
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 76
Rank #161 / 252
No
30
Facility 30
NC AVG 35
Rank #168 / 300
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #37 / 152
86.25/200
Facility 86.25/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #186 / 217
B-5
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
-
Home Place of Burlington
MC
AL
Burlington (Red Oak Acres)
67
Facility 67
NC AVG 76
Rank #135 / 252
Yes
52
Facility 52
NC AVG 35
Rank #71 / 300
-
86.00/200
Facility 86.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #187 / 217
D+9
78%
Facility 78%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #36 / 224
Studio / 2 Bed
Mallard Ridge
MC
AL
Clemmons
54
Facility 54
NC AVG 76
Rank #203 / 252
Yes
7
Facility 7
NC AVG 35
Rank #266 / 300
59.3%
Facility 59.3%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #98 / 152
85.00/200
Facility 85.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #205 / 217
D-22
82%
Facility 82%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #81 / 224
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
The Pines on Carmel Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Charlotte
125
Facility 125
NC AVG 76
Rank #18 / 252
Yes
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 35
Rank #138 / 300
-
83.50/200
Facility 83.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #194 / 217
D-21
76%
Facility 76%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #84 / 224
Studio / 2 Bed
Cadence Huntersville by Cogir
MC
AL
Huntersville
96
Facility 96
NC AVG 76
Rank #58 / 252
Yes
18
Facility 18
NC AVG 35
Rank #223 / 300
-
99.50/200
Facility 99.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #93 / 217
-11
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Calyx Living of Wakefield
MC
AL
RC
Raleigh (North Raleigh)
88
Facility 88
NC AVG 76
Rank #87 / 252
No
27
Facility 27
NC AVG 35
Rank #183 / 300
-
104.50/200
Facility 104.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #9 / 217
?1
0%
Facility 0%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #1 / 224
Studio / 1 Bed
The Cypress of Charlotte
MC
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Charlotte (Beverly Woods)
65
Facility 65
NC AVG 76
Rank #146 / 252
No
15
Facility 15
NC AVG 35
Rank #233 / 300
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #45 / 152
--?4
75%
Facility 75%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #12 / 224
1 Bed / 2 Bed

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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TerraBella Newton

1088 Radio Station Rd, Newton, NC 28658
Overview of TerraBella Newton

Nestled in the quaint city of Newton, North Carolina, TerraBella Newton is a premier senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. With a variety of suites and one-bedroom apartments, the community offers residents plenty of options to choose their preferred floor plan based on their needs. Residents living with Alzheimer’s and dementia are given help to navigate life with memory loss through TerraBella’s SHINE Memory Care Program, offering scientifically backed approaches to memory care.

TerraBella Newton provides all the care, comfort, and ease residents could dream of. The community offers round-the-clock care, a full calendar of engaging activities, and a host of amenities designed to provide residents with comfort and leisure. At TerraBella Newton, residents enjoy full access to three meals daily plus snacks, senior-specific wellness classes, professional beauty salons & barber shops, local outings & excursions, and in-house religious services to guarantee holistic wellness. Other amenities include a jacuzzi spa, arts & crafts studio, activities room, library, live entertainment, and scenic walking paths.

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Cedar Mountain House

11 Sherwood Ridge Road Brevard, Nc 28712, Brevard, NC 28712
Overview of Cedar Mountain House

Memory care and assisted living are the two services Cedar Mountain House offers in Brevard, NC. Wandering is what memory care answers, through a secured setting and supervision, and Secured Living is the named service. Bathing, dressing, and medication are where the assisted living help goes.

With both here, more help can begin without anyone packing for a different community. Sixty-four beds are on the license, and dining, housekeeping, transportation, and a library are the listed amenities.

Payment can run through Medicaid, which decides who is actually writing the check once private funds stop. Seventy-four counts as very walkable, which keeps a good share of ordinary errands off anybody’s driving list.

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Miss Bell’s at Fuquay

709 Minerva Dale Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
Overview of Miss Bell’s at Fuquay

Spend a worry-free retirement at Miss Bell’s at Fuquay, an idyllic retreat in Fuquay-Varina, NC, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents can ease their worries with specialized care provided by a dedicated and well-trained team, especially with one caregiver assigned to every three residents. With beautifully designed and spacious accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety.

To improve residents’ cognition and living experiences, a jam-packed calendar of engaging programs and exciting events is conducted. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Scotland House

27669 Highway 125 Scotland Neck, Nc 27874, Scotland Neck, NC 27874
Overview of Scotland House

Scotland House provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Scotland Neck, NC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Having assisted living and memory care in the same community can allow a resident to move to a different care level without leaving Scotland House or starting over socially if needs grow. Scotland House may be a good fit for a resident whose care needs may change over time and for families seeking a short-term care option.

The community has 60 beds. Restaurant-style dining includes healthy, balanced meals prepared to meet dietary needs, which supports residents who require special diets. A library, entertainment room, and outdoor common area provide designated places for reading, indoor recreation, and time outside.

Transportation services are available for residents who need a ride. A Walk Score of 30 describes a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for many trips. Medicaid is accepted, allowing families to include that payment option when planning for care costs.

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Overview of Home Place of Burlington

Home Place of Burlington offers assisted living and memory care in Burlington, NC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels available may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community is in the Red Oak Acres neighborhood and has 67 beds. Residents can choose a studio or a two-bedroom layout, with the larger option potentially suiting a couple or someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 52 makes the area somewhat walkable. Someone who no longer drives may be able to complete some errands on foot, while other trips may require a car or ride. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in.

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Mallard Ridge

9420 N North Carolina Hwy 150, Clemmons, NC 27012
Overview of Mallard Ridge

Designed to meet seniors’ every need in a home-like environment, Mallard Ridge in Multnomah County, Clemmons, NC, is a charming senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community’s compassionate caregiving team coordinates closely with residents and their families to create personalized care plans and programs that closely align with their specific needs. Here, residents are liberated from home and yard maintenance, providing them plenty of time to enjoy the community’s calendar of daily activities and delicious restaurant-style dining.

Residents experiencing Alzheimer’s or any stage of dementia are provided a safe and secure haven for a more personal and focused care and attention that serves their specific needs. Emergency response systems are also available in each apartment to make sure residents are provided immediate assistance during emergencies. A full-time social director is available to carefully plan an array of social activities, wellness programs, and outings to local attractions, restaurants, and community events, for a vibrant and fulfilling living experience.

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Overview of The Pines on Carmel Senior Living

Located in south Charlotte, North Carolina, The Pines on Carmel Senior Living is a single-story community offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care in one location. The community has 125 beds. It offers studio and two-bedroom residences to support a wide range of care needs, from short-term respite stays to long-term memory care.

The community is about 8. 9 miles from downtown Charlotte and less than 2 miles from Atrium Health Pineville. Residents and families have convenient access to nearby hospital care when needed. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 35, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while most errands and outings require a car. Residents also have access to transportation services, along with fitness and recreation programs that encourage an active lifestyle.

State inspections conducted by North Carolina’s Division of Health Service Regulation have focused on medication management. These include how physician orders and therapeutic diets are carried out and documented. Inspection records have also included complaints involving resident supervision and monitoring for individuals at risk of wandering. A separate construction-related item was reviewed during a follow-up survey and confirmed as corrected.

The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. Families considering The Pines on Carmel Senior Living should ask about current staffing levels, memory care supervision practices, and how residents with changing care needs are supported daily.

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Overview of Cadence Huntersville by Cogir

Welcoming guests and seniors with an ethereal setting, Cadence Huntersville by Cogir is a prominent senior living community in Commerce Center Drive, Huntersville, NC, that provides assisted living and memory care. Featuring cozy and sophisticated accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom apartments, seniors enjoy comfort and safety at its finest. The community exceeds expectations in delivering top-tier care and support for seniors to live a wonderful retirement free from household responsibilities.

Committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community conducts energizing activities and engaging events for them to maintain an active and blissful lifestyle. Chat with fellow residents and revel in restaurant-style meals catering to residents’ dietary satisfaction and tastes. With its tranquil spaces and warm environment, Cadence Huntersville by Cogir is a good place to spend a fabulous retirement.

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Overview of Calyx Living of Wakefield

Calyx Living of Wakefield is a thriving community in Raleigh, NC, offering comprehensive assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents enjoy the comfort and convenience of having 24/7 access to a dedicated care team and their services, including daily living assistance, personal care support, and more. Their campus guarantees safety and peace of mind with 24-hour security and a personal pendant alert system available to everyone for faster response during emergencies.

Vibrant life enrichment activities and amenities like game rooms, wellness studios, and relaxing outdoor spaces are available to make residents’ living experience as vibrant and enjoyable as possible. The dining experience here is always delectable with chef-prepared meals cooked using fresh local ingredients. Here, you can receive compassionate care while staying close to everything you love.

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Overview of The Cypress of Charlotte

Live a wondrous retirement with The Cypress of Charlotte, an astounding community set in the tranquil residential area of Cypress Club Drive, Charlotte, NC, that offers independent living. The community features luxurious and specially designed cottages and villas, providing residents with a wide range of choices for accommodation. Here, residents make the most out of their golden years with the community’s vibrant and inviting environment.

With a full calendar of enriching activities and extensive amenities, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals through the community’s dining venues available all day. The community is equipped with a fireside bistro, a large community hall, a fitness center, an art studio, a library, and serene outdoor verandas, making it an enticing option for those looking to live independently in their golden years.

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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.