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The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
| St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC | MC AL IL NH SNF | Southern Pines | 176
Facility
176
NC AVG
72
Rank
#5 / 389 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
NC AVG
33
Rank
#527 / 573 | 41.0% | A+ | - | - | - | - | Private Rooms |
| Friends Homes | MC NH AL IL SNF | Greensboro (Guilford College) | 69
Facility
69
NC AVG
72
Rank
#194 / 389 | No |
35
Facility
35
NC AVG
33
Rank
#261 / 573 | 87.5% | - | - | - | - | - | Villa Apartments / Townhomes / Apartments / Cottages |
| River Landing At Sandy Ridge | MC AL IL NH | Colfax | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#232 / 389 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
NC AVG
33
Rank
#477 / 573 | 92.5% | - | - | - | - | - | Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas |
| Piedmont Crossing | MC NH AL HC IL RC SNF | Thomasville (Hedrick Drive) | 104
Facility
104
NC AVG
72
Rank
#71 / 389 | Yes |
4
Facility
4
NC AVG
33
Rank
#507 / 573 | 74.0% | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Rosewood Health Center – The Cypress of Raleigh | MC NH SNF | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | 57
Facility
57
NC AVG
72
Rank
#279 / 389 | No |
71
Facility
71
NC AVG
33
Rank
#28 / 573 | 80.4% | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Abernethy Laurels | MC NH AL HC IL RC SNF | Newton | 174
Facility
174
NC AVG
72
Rank
#6 / 389 | Yes |
0
Facility
0
NC AVG
33
Rank
#549 / 573 | 96.0% | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed /2 Bed |
| Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall | MC AL IL NH SNF | Wilmington (Windemere) | 30
Facility
30
NC AVG
72
Rank
#328 / 389 | No |
18
Facility
18
NC AVG
33
Rank
#395 / 573 | 94.3% | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Parkwood Village and The Landing | MC NH AL IL RC | Wilson (Westwood) | 70
Facility
70
NC AVG
72
Rank
#185 / 389 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
NC AVG
33
Rank
#211 / 573 | - | - | 101.50/200
Facility
101.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#103 / 321 | 27 | 85.2%
Facility
85.2%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#254 / 333 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Maple Grove Health & Rehabilitation Center | MC NH SNF | Greensboro | 210
Facility
210
NC AVG
72
Rank
#2 / 389 | No |
51
Facility
51
NC AVG
33
Rank
#138 / 573 | 51.0% | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Preston House | MC | Charlotte (West Sugar Creek) | 40
Facility
40
NC AVG
72
Rank
#312 / 389 | No |
53
Facility
53
NC AVG
33
Rank
#128 / 573 | - | A+ | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#31 / 321 | 16 | 62.5%
Facility
62.5%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#53 / 333 | Private Rooms | |
| Sunrise of Cary | MC AL HOS | Cary (West Chatham Street) | 85
Facility
85
NC AVG
72
Rank
#134 / 389 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
NC AVG
33
Rank
#272 / 573 | 40.0% | A- | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#31 / 321 | 18 | 66.7%
Facility
66.7%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#68 / 333 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Conover Nursing & Rehab Center | MC NH RC SNF | Sw Conover (Tri-City) | 90
Facility
90
NC AVG
72
Rank
#118 / 389 | No |
59
Facility
59
NC AVG
33
Rank
#77 / 573 | 84.9% | - | - | - | - | - | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Calyx Living of Wakefield | MC AL RC | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | 88
Facility
88
NC AVG
72
Rank
#125 / 389 | No |
27
Facility
27
NC AVG
33
Rank
#337 / 573 | - | - | 104.50/200
Facility
104.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#20 / 321 | 1 | 0%
Facility
0%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#1 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| Croasdaile Village | MC AL HC IL NH SNF | Durham | 64
Facility
64
NC AVG
72
Rank
#215 / 389 | No |
9
Facility
9
NC AVG
33
Rank
#463 / 573 | - | - | 104.50/200
Facility
104.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#20 / 321 | 15 | 60%
Facility
60%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#47 / 333 | - | |
| Carolina Village | MC AL IL NH SNF | Hendersonville | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#232 / 389 | No |
82
Facility
82
NC AVG
33
Rank
#3 / 573 | 79.8% | - | 99.50/200
Facility
99.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#145 / 321 | 15 | 60%
Facility
60%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#47 / 333 | - |
Located in the Olde Providence North neighborhood of Charlotte, North Carolina, Sunrise on Providence is a senior living community offering assisted living, hospice care, and a dedicated memory care program in one location. The community is about 4.5 miles from Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, providing residents and families with convenient access to nearby hospital care when needed.
The community features Victorian-style architecture and overlooks a lake, giving it a distinctive appearance among senior living communities in the area. It has 95 beds and offers studio, companion suite, and one-bedroom residences. Residents can choose the level of privacy that best fits their preferences. The community currently operates at about 71% occupancy.
Sunrise on Providence’s assisted living and a specialized memory care program support residents as their care needs change without moving to another community. Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to bring a companion animal when they move in.
State inspections have most often focused on fire safety systems and equipment, along with periodic reviews of care documentation and infection control practices. Families touring Sunrise on Providence may want to ask how these areas are monitored and managed as part of the community’s daily operations.
The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 15, which is car-dependent. Most errands, shopping, dining, and medical appointments require a vehicle, so visiting family should plan to drive.
The Hermitage is a senior living facility located in Sylva, North Carolina. It offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. The community is designed to provide a supportive lifestyle that simplifies daily life for seniors.
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.
Situated in the heart of Greensboro, NC, the Richland Square is a welcoming senior living community focusing on memory care services. A wide array of cozy and spacious accommodations with several floor plans are available depending on the needs of its residents. Having a highly equipped and compassionate team, this community offers an emergency response team and round-the-clock personalized care services. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions undergo in a cutting-edge program called Pathways to Discovery through an expert 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 and community events. Explore other beautiful spaces such as the illuminated entryways. With the Richland Square, seniors are assured of an empowering living experience.
Bask in the warm sunlight with the extraordinary senior living community of Cadence Garner by Cogir situated in the peaceful Minglewood Drive, Garner, NC, offering assisted living and memory care. Feel comfort like no other with charming and cozy accommodations including a variety of studio, one-bedroom, private, and companion floor plans. With a friendly and extremely talented team handling the housekeeping and mundane chores, seniors enjoy a worry-free retirement and do what they love.
Discover new adventures and reignite passions with exciting activities and nurturing programs orchestrated for seniors’ enjoyment and well-being. Have a fun and inspiring conversation with friends over healthy and delicious meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Filled with beautiful landscapes and serene spaces, Cadence Garner by Cogir strives to provide an ideal place for seniors to live a wondrous retirement.
Tucked away in the quiet neighborhood of Greenville, NC, Brookdale Dickinson Avenue is an exceptional senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care, ensuring a seamless transition when residents need further care. Offering a variety of floor plans with large windows that let in abundant natural light, residents have plenty of options to find the comfortable residence that matches their tastes and needs. Residents receive the proper care and support with a team available 24/7 for emergencies and care associates trained to provide care to residents dealing with cognitive challenges.
Committed to giving residents a holistic senior living experience, Brookdale Dickinson Avenue conducts engaging activities and programs, complemented with various services like housekeeping, transportation and personal care. Residents can have coffee chats with friends at the refreshing porch or garden or create new recipes with other residents at the community kitchen. With a culinary team serving three nutritious restaurant-style meals and several snacks daily, residents are guaranteed to receive the nourishment they need to do the things they love or explore new hobbies.
Wilkesboro Assisted Living Center
Wilkesboro Assisted Living Center is located in North Wilkesboro, NC. It offers skilled nursing care, memory care, and rehabilitation services. The facility features private and semi-private rooms, a beauty and barbershop, and a courtyard for residents.
Located in the serene neighborhood of Margaret Wallace Road, Mint Hill, NC, Cadence Senior Living at Mint Hill by Cogir is a renowned senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Promising unmatched relaxation and safety, the community features snug and sophisticated residences including private and companion studios and one-bedroom apartments. Thrive and optimize freedom with a reliable and highly skilled team taking care of your needs and aspirations.
Live every moment fiercely and cherish experiences along the way with engaging activities and energizing programs conducted for leisure and wellness. The community focuses on the strengths and interests of the residents to ensure they feel welcomed. Eat good and feel good with healthy and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction. Cadence Senior Living at Mint Hill by Cogir doubles its efforts to provide a safe place for seniors to enjoy their golden years fabulously with stunning and convenient amenities.
Conditions that impact memory like Alzheimer’s and dementia are challenging to tackle at home, and although we want our loved ones close, this may not be the best way to care for them. Safe, secure, and calming environments like Willow Ridge Memory Care, offer memory care with skilled nursing systematically developed to provide the much needed assistance that those facing these conditions, need and deserve. Individualized programs are determined for each resident based on best fit practices, with some activities including validation therapy, reminiscence and personal history, and behavior management.
Living amenities are top-notch, allowing your loved one to live fully and comfortably with housekeeping services, tasty meals, access to a vast library, outdoor patio with a serene and scenic view, socialization hours, movie nights, fitness and artistic classes, and celebrations on special occasions. Everything and more, for your near and dear at this memory care community.
Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem is a senior living community situated in a prime Winston-Salem, North Carolina location, offering a personalized lifestyle where residents can enjoy time with friends and neighbors doing what brings them joy. The community provides room rates starting at $3,040 per month and is committed to championing residents’ quality of life, providing empathy, support, education, and comfort. With around-the-clock, relationship-based care, Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem delivers a tailored experience to meet each individual’s unique needs and preferences, infusing their days with a healthy dose of fun.
The community features a beautifully decorated environment that welcomes pets with open arms and lots of love, offering a wide range of engaging activities such as balloon volleyball, water pong, music and manicures, and brain games on the porch. Residents can participate in passion-driven, resident-inspired clubs, including walking, card playing, baking, and crafting, while enjoying a diverse menu with options like high fiber, high calcium, low sodium, low fat, or vegetarian meals. Conveniently located in Winston-Salem, NC, on the corner of Reynolda and Polo roads, Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem is near Reynolda Gardens, movie theaters, shopping, and dining, with residents frequently enjoying community outings to nearby shopping, dining, museums, Salem Lake, and Quarry Park. The community is also close to medical support at Forsyth Hospital and Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, ensuring comprehensive care for its residents.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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 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 302 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.


















