Page 31 of Best Memory Care in North Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 322 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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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: 70The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in North Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Brookstone Terrace

Located on Clinard Road in the Meadowbrook neighborhood of Clemmons, North Carolina, Brookstone Terrace is an assisted living and memory care community that has served older adults for nine years. The community is currently home to 40 residents and has convenient access to Davie Medical Center for healthcare needs.

Residents benefit from transportation services, although the surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 28, meaning most errands and outings require a vehicle. The quieter residential setting may appeal to those who prefer a less busy environment.

Care includes 24-hour staffing with registered nurse oversight, an on-site physician, and rehabilitation services for residents recovering from illness or managing chronic conditions. Daily life is supported by a beauty shop, organized activities, and dietitian-approved meals served through the community’s dining program.

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Overview of ComForCare Home Care

ComForCare, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, shines as a home care provider renowned for its unwavering dedication to fulfilling the diverse needs of its clients with utmost care and consideration. Their expertise extends to in-home services, including personal care, companion care, and specialized assistance for chronic illnesses like Parkinson’s and dementia. As a trusted partner in transitions of care, this team provides invaluable support during meal preparation, family respite, medication reminders, and transportation assistance, among other services.

With a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of life for their clients, ComForCare goes above and beyond, addressing fall risk management and an array of other essential needs. Their compassionate approach ensures that seniors and their families can rest assured, knowing they are in the capable hands of a dedicated and professional caregiving team.

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Home Care Freedom

10130 Mallard Creek Rd #300, Charlotte, NC 28262
Overview of Home Care Freedom

Home Care Freedom is a trusted home care provider serving the residents of Charlotte, NC. Their compassionate and excellent care team provides non-medical home care services to residents living with disabilities, injuries, and mobility issues to help them enjoy their independence as they age. By providing round-the-clock care, supervision, and companionship to residents in the comfort of their homes, they guarantee them comfort and convenience while enjoying the familiarity of their residence.

Dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life with compassion and empathy, they make sure their dedicated care team is able to establish strong connections with residents and their families. With personal hygiene assistance, they make sure residents always feel confident and look their best. Home Care Freedom strives to provide all the care and assistance residents need to maintain their well-being while preserving their independence and dignity.

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TerraBella Northridge

421 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC 27615
Overview of TerraBella Northridge

Raleigh, North Carolina, is a city rich in history, tradition, and cultural experiences, making it an ideal location for senior living. TerraBella Northridge is conveniently situated just minutes away from the Research Triangle, offering easy access to the best amenities Raleigh has to offer, including shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The community is also in close proximity to WakeMed North Hospital and the Six Forks Station Shopping Center. Nature enthusiasts can explore the beautiful landscapes of William Umstead State Park and enjoy the paved walkway along the Neuse River Trail.

TerraBella Northridge provides two distinct senior living options, ensuring that finding the right level of care for you or your loved one is simple and stress-free. The Senior Assisted Living option offers a maintenance-free lifestyle for active seniors while also providing 24/7 care as needed. Their Memory Care Program takes an evidence-based approach to supporting seniors living with memory loss. This program is housed in a separate building with a private courtyard, offering a secure and comforting environment. The experienced team members at TerraBella Northridge are dedicated to providing optimal levels of care, focusing on comfort, engagement, and fulfillment for residents in both living options. Experience a life you and your loved ones will cherish at TerraBella Northridge.

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Overview of Agape Multi Assisted Housing Service

Tucked in the serene Candlewood Street, Kinston, NC, is the astounding senior living community of Agape Multi Assisted Housing Service providing assisted living. A team of kind and highly skilled professionals helps seniors with daily activities such as bathing and dressing. The community goes above and beyond to deliver top-notch care and assistance for seniors to thrive and live to their potential.

The community promotes a bright and welcoming environment, ensuring residents are happy and well-cared for. Moreover, residents enjoy hassle-free dining with the community assisting in meal preparation with meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Agape Multi Assisted Housing Service is great for seniors who require extra assistance in their daily living for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Autumn Care of Fayetteville

In the field of dependable skilled nursing facilities, Autumn Care of Fayetteville stands unwavering, a testament to its reliability. Set in the heart of West Fayetteville, North Carolina, this community not only boasts a tranquil and serene atmosphere but also offers unparalleled accessibility through major highways. Its scenic surroundings, adorned with lush greenery, create a picturesque backdrop for a vibrant community buzzing with engaging events and activities.
Autumn Care of Fayetteville takes pride in its dedicated senior living team, offering a spectrum of services from short-term senior care and rehabilitation to long-term skilled nursing care and respite care. Their commitment to excellence is reflected in their state-of-the-art equipment, including cutting-edge tools like the OmniCycle, Virtual Rehab Systems, ultrasound, and Vital Stim. Amidst these advanced resources, Autumn Care manages to retain a warm, home-like ambiance, ensuring not only reliability but also a sense of comfort and familiarity for its residents. Their stellar reputation is further validated by glowing nursing home reviews, affirming the exceptional care provided within their walls.

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Overview of Well-Spring Retirement Community

Well-Spring Retirement Community in Greensboro, North Carolina isn’t built around one type of resident. The campus covers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, all in the same place. That matters because it means a move here doesn’t have to be a one-time decision. This way care can shift as a resident’s needs do.

Getting around the area without a car is hard fo residentents and their visitors. The Walk Score lands at 11, car-dependent, which is about as low as that scale goes. Families considering the community may want to plan on driving for most errands.

The memory care side is secured and supervised, set up for residents who need that extra layer of safety day to day. Outside of memory care, there’s rehabilitation, skilled nursing, short-term rehab, and respite stays for people who need a temporary place to recover rather than a permanent one.

A community garden, an aquatic and fitness center, a woodworking shop, and art studios all point toward a campus built for residents who want to stay active, not just supervised. There’s also a theatre on-site, and Well-Spring Solutions runs home care services tied to the community for residents who need support outside the main campus.

This is a full-continuum setup: it works for families who want one place that can handle independent living now and skilled nursing or memory care later, without starting the search over.

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Overview of Brookstone of Clemmons

Brookstone of Clemmons is one of the trusted assisted living communities in Winston-Salem. Management strives to offer a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for seniors needing quality assistance by providing options that cater to each individual’s needs. The person-centered environment helps improve residents’ quality of life by providing tailored care to each individual.
Brookstone of Clemmons ensures that its residents maintain their independence. They offer amenities and services, including a library, recreational center, and an elegant dining room, with services such as housekeeping and linen, transportation, daily activities, and programs.

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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.

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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.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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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
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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
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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 322 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.