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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 306 memory care communities 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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306 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 36/ 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: 72The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in North Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around North Carolina

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Southern Pines
176
Facility 176
NC AVG 72
Rank #5 / 387
Yes
2
Facility 2
NC AVG 36
Rank #526 / 536
41.0% ----Private Rooms
The Rosewood Health Center – The Cypress of Raleigh
MC
NH
SNF
Raleigh (North Raleigh)
57
Facility 57
NC AVG 72
Rank #277 / 387
No
71
Facility 71
NC AVG 36
Rank #28 / 536
80.4% -----
River Landing At Sandy Ridge
MC
AL
IL
NH
Colfax
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 72
Rank #230 / 387
Yes
7
Facility 7
NC AVG 36
Rank #476 / 536
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 #69 / 387
Yes
4
Facility 4
NC AVG 36
Rank #506 / 536
74.0% ----1 Bed / 2 Bed
Friends Homes
MC
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Greensboro (Guilford College)
69
Facility 69
NC AVG 72
Rank #192 / 387
No
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 36
Rank #261 / 536
87.5% ----Villa Apartments / Townhomes / Apartments / Cottages
Abernethy Laurels
MC
NH
AL
HC
IL
RC
SNF
Newton
174
Facility 174
NC AVG 72
Rank #6 / 387
Yes- 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 #326 / 387
No
18
Facility 18
NC AVG 36
Rank #394 / 536
94.3% ----1 Bed / 2 Bed
Maple Grove Health & Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
SNF
Greensboro
210
Facility 210
NC AVG 72
Rank #2 / 387
No
51
Facility 51
NC AVG 36
Rank #138 / 536
51.0% -----
Carolina Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Hendersonville
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 72
Rank #230 / 387
Yes
82
Facility 82
NC AVG 36
Rank #3 / 536
79.8%
99.50/200
Facility 99.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #145 / 321
15
67%
Facility 67%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #65 / 333
-
Croasdaile Village
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Durham
64
Facility 64
NC AVG 72
Rank #213 / 387
Yes
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 36
Rank #462 / 536
-
104.50/200
Facility 104.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #20 / 321
15
60%
Facility 60%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #43 / 333
-
Homestead Hills Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Winston-Salem
66
Facility 66
NC AVG 72
Rank #198 / 387
Yes
20
Facility 20
NC AVG 36
Rank #377 / 536
30.3%
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #31 / 321
19
74%
Facility 74%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #116 / 333
-
The Shaire Center
MC
AL
NH
PC
SNF
Lenoir
82
Facility 82
NC AVG 72
Rank #142 / 387
No
76
Facility 76
NC AVG 36
Rank #9 / 536
-
98.00/200
Facility 98.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #181 / 321
19
74%
Facility 74%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #116 / 333
-
Brookdale Meadowmont
MC
AL
Chapel Hill (Glen Lennox Appartments)
64
Facility 64
NC AVG 72
Rank #213 / 387
Yes
53
Facility 53
NC AVG 36
Rank #128 / 536
100.0%
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #31 / 321
17
65%
Facility 65%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #60 / 333
Studio / Suite
Conover Nursing & Rehab Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Sw Conover (Tri-City)
90
Facility 90
NC AVG 72
Rank #116 / 387
No
59
Facility 59
NC AVG 36
Rank #77 / 536
84.9% ----Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Carolina Inn at Village Green
MC
AL
Fayetteville (Terry Sanford)
100
Facility 100
NC AVG 72
Rank #77 / 387
Yes
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 36
Rank #72 / 536
-
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #31 / 321
18
72%
Facility 72%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #105 / 333
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Overview of Brookstone Terrace of Greensboro

Serving the community for 20 years, Brookstone Terrace of Greensboro is an assisted living and memory care community on North Elm Street, 5.3 miles from downtown Greensboro in a calm, car-dependent residential area. The home, under the leadership of Executive Director Erin Domian and President Jay Mahan, accommodates occupants in studio apartments in a two-story building and welcomes pets.

The facility specializes in memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, alongside traditional assisted living for those needing help with daily activities. Short-term respite care exists for family caregivers seeking temporary support. Staff provides a full range of services: housekeeping, on-site physical therapy, and salon services. Transportation is arranged for medical appointments and local destinations. Daily life spotlights engagement and wellness. To keep residents active, the home offers organized social events, exercise programming, and recreational activities. A 24-hour concierge is on duty, and residents can access the library and dining accommodations. The facility operates on a private-pay basis and doesn’t accept Medicare or Medicaid, which families should verify aligns with their financial planning. The nearest hospital, Bethany Medical at Battleground, is around 3 miles away, making urgent care attainable when needed.

The community upholds an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, indicating strong business practices and complaint history.

Contact Brookstone Terrace of Greensboro

The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills

1365 River Drive Rocky Mount, Nc 27802, Rocky Mount, NC 27802
Overview of The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills

The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills provides assisted living and memory care in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The address is 1365 River Drive. A Walk Score of 50 puts the surrounding area in moderately walkable range, so some errands work on foot while others require driving.

Sixty beds is the licensed capacity here. That places the community in the middle of the size range for North Carolina assisted living. Staffing runs 24 hours, which matters for residents who need assistance overnight rather than only during daytime hours.

The memory care side operates as a Secured Living program. This is a protected setting built for residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Having both levels of care under one roof means a resident whose needs increase may be able to stay in place instead of moving to a different building.

Common areas include a library, an entertainment room, and an outdoor space. Meals are served restaurant-style. The community handles housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation for residents.

North Carolina inspection activity at this community has centered on medication management and staffing credentials, two areas that state regulators examine closely in assisted living settings.

Medicaid is accepted here and, taken with the 60-bed capacity, around-the-clock staffing, and the secured memory care wing, the record here describes a mid-size community equipped to handle both moderate assistance needs and dementia care under one license.

Contact The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills

Overview of Cedar Cove Assisted Living and Memory Care

Cedar Cove Assisted Living and Memory Care sits in Wilmington, North Carolina, on Jasmine Cove Way in a serene, natural setting that many residents and families find peaceful and captivating. It offers assisted living and specialized memory care services under one roof, which allows couples or family groups where one person may need memory care support to cohabit on the same campus.

The home’s location requires a car for most daily errands, as the surrounding area has limited walkable shopping and services. Novant Medical Center is just under a mile away, making it convenient if occupants need medical appointments or urgent care. The facility is about 3.6 miles from downtown Wilmington, putting it between a residential neighborhood setting and proximity to the city’s resources. Daily life highlights activities made to engage occupants, including bingo, movie nights with popcorn, creative sessions, and worship services. Staff are tagged as dedicated and professional, focusing on providing care tailored to each resident’s needs. If a resident’s physician finds skilled nursing care to be necessary, they work closely with the family to arrange a smooth transition.

Families contemplating Cedar Cove Assisted Living and Memory Care may want to schedule a tour to experience the atmosphere personally and see room options and daily programming offered.

Contact Cedar Cove Assisted Living and Memory Care

Overview of Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Willow Valley Center is Winston-Salem’s premier health and rehabilitation center. A comprehensive community that presents a resort-like lifestyle with world-class hospitality offered to each unique individual with personal needs. The health and rehabilitation center’s nursing approach is focused on comprehensive therapies that contribute to a speedy recovery. Willow Valley is known for its world-class hospitality balanced with small-town charm.

The elegant nursing home creates an atmosphere where residents thrive and are enriched with quality skilled nursing care. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitation specialty with long-term and short-term care services. Amenities include a library, a courtyard, a family visitation room, daily meals provided, and a hair salon.

Contact Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Overview of Hunter Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Owned by Steven Sheets, Hunter Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing home in Charlotte, North Carolina. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted to give families several routes to fund short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

Hunter Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center sits on Tom Hunter Road in a somewhat walkable neighborhood where within walking reach are some errands and services, though most visits need a brief drive. Averaging a stay length of 151 days, the facility serves post-acute residents recuperating from surgery or illness and those wanting ongoing care. Daily nursing support averages 3 hours 27 minutes per resident, built from a mix of registered nurses (20 minutes per day), licensed practical nurses (1 hour 5 minutes per day), and certified nursing aides (1 hour 37 minutes per day). This staffing composition provides consistent, diligent care alongside clinical oversight. The facility also maintains on-site therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech-language pathology. These can lessen needing outside appointments and bolster occupants’ recovery and functional goals.

For families contemplating Hunter Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, an on-site tour is the best way to see it firsthand, meet the care team, and learn how the home structures its daily programs and services.

Contact Hunter Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of The Residences at the Davis Community

Offering independent living within a full continuum of care, The Residences at the Davis Community is a senior living community in Wilmington, North Carolina. The larger campus provides services ranging from independent living to skilled nursing, allowing residents to move between care levels as their needs change. The Residences includes 11 apartment-style homes and 2 cottage-style homes for residents who want private living with nearby support.

Residents can choose one-bedroom or two-bedroom residences. Each home includes a living room, modern kitchen, dining area, and a walk-in dressing room connected to a private bathroom. Home repairs and housekeeping are included, allowing residents to spend less time on household upkeep. A 24-hour security and emergency response system provides added peace of mind. Property taxes and utilities are also included in the monthly rent to make budgeting more predictable.

The community is located in the Porters Neck Road area of Wilmington, about 8.8 miles from the city center. The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 3 out of 100. Residents and visiting family should drive for most errands and outings. That tradeoff may be worthwhile for those who prefer a quieter suburban setting over a walkable downtown neighborhood.

Families looking for an independent living option should ask how the campus-wide continuum of care works. Having independent living through skilled nursing on one campus can make it easier for residents to transition to a different level of care without relocating.

Contact The Residences at The Davis Community

Overview of Wickshire Creeks Crossing

Wickshire Creeks creates a cozy and welcoming atmosphere for its residents. An assisted living and memory care home for seniors, management ensures you get a hassle-free and seamless transfer to your new place. Wickshire Creeks Crossing is an upscale community that enriches, encourages, and empowers the overall wellness of its residents.

Their list of community features is thoughtfully designed to ensure residential experiences and services received are successful and fulfilling. Services and amenities include 24-hour care staff, concierge services, a full-service salon, an elegant dining room, a library, and lounge areas. 

Contact Wickshire Creeks Crossing

Overview of Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation

The sister home of Willow Valley Center, Mill Creek, is also the premier health and rehabilitation center. A comprehensive community that presents a resort-like lifestyle with world-class hospitality offered to each unique individual with personal needs. The health and rehabilitation center’s nursing approach is focused on comprehensive therapies that contribute to a speedy recovery. Mill Creek is known for its world-class hospitality balanced with small-town charm.

The elegant nursing home creates an atmosphere where residents thrive and are enriched with quality skilled nursing care. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitation specialty with long-term and short-term care services. Amenities include a library, a courtyard, a family visitation room, daily meals provided, and a hair salon.

Contact Mill Creek Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation

Overview of Always Best Care Senior Services

Serving the Kernersville, North Carolina area, Always Best Care Senior Services has operated locally for five years under director Joanne Pizzuto. The organization supports older adults through coordinated in-home care rather than providing residential beds within a community setting.

Care services focus on helping older adults remain at home while receiving support. Offerings include in-home care, skilled home health care, dementia care services, respite care, special care services, and senior living referral support, giving families options ranging from daily assistance to short-term caregiver relief and more specialized support.

Notably, Always Best Care provides flexible support for older adults, from short-term respite care to ongoing in-home assistance, allowing individuals to receive care in their own homes rather than relocating to a residential community.

Contact Always Best Care Senior Services

Overview of PruittPlace – Winston Salem

PruittPlace – Winston Salem is an assisted living community in Winston-Salem, NC, offering personal care and memory care. Prioritizing older adults’ comfort and well-being, the community maintains a warm, home-like environment. 24-hour assistance, round-the-clock maintenance, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and laundry, as well as on-site professional nurses, are provided to improve residents’ living experiences. With personalized care plans, the community provides the best possible care tailored to residents’ unique needs and habits.

Arts and crafts, board games, and active games foster socialization and help improve residents’ cognition. For residents’ leisure and wellness, a beauty salon/ barber shop, an activity area, a theater, and an exercise room are just some of the available on-site amenities. With public transportation nearby, the community is easily accessible. This assisted living community is a great choice for senior living in North Carolina, as it has dedicated services.

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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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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 306 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.