Page 4 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir
MC
AL
Wake Forest
96
Facility 96
NC AVG 76
Rank #58 / 252
Yes
43
Facility 43
NC AVG 35
Rank #112 / 300
27.1%
Facility 27.1%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #141 / 152
-
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #14 / 217
C+12
58%
Facility 58%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #36 / 224
Studio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Smithfield
MC
AL
Smithfield
74
Facility 74
NC AVG 76
Rank #120 / 252
Yes
45
Facility 45
NC AVG 35
Rank #103 / 300
-A+
92.50/200
Facility 92.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #161 / 217
C+17
71%
Facility 71%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #64 / 224
Studio / Suite
LiveWell @ Governors Club Cottages (2) (Chapel Hill)
MC
AL
HC
Chapel Hill (Governors Club)
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 76
Rank #229 / 252
No
7
Facility 7
NC AVG 35
Rank #266 / 300
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #1 / 152
-
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #41 / 217
A5
60%
Facility 60%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #7 / 224
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Cadence Senior Living at Mint Hill by Cogir
MC
AL
Mint Hill
84
Facility 84
NC AVG 76
Rank #94 / 252
Yes
36
Facility 36
NC AVG 35
Rank #137 / 300
42.9%
Facility 42.9%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #115 / 152
-
100.50/200
Facility 100.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #81 / 217
A-12
58%
Facility 58%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #32 / 224
Suite / Studio / 1 Bed
Terrabella Little Avenue
MC
AL
Charlotte (Carmel)
62
Facility 62
NC AVG 76
Rank #156 / 252
Yes
72
Facility 72
NC AVG 35
Rank #11 / 300
98.4%
Facility 98.4%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #21 / 152
-
88.50/200
Facility 88.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #178 / 217
D+16
75%
Facility 75%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Suite
Zebulon House
MC
AL
RC
Zebulon
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 76
Rank #161 / 252
No
58
Facility 58
NC AVG 35
Rank #49 / 300
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #1 / 152
-
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #14 / 217
B+14
0%
Facility 0%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
-
Brookdale Carriage Club Providence
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Charlotte (Olde Providence North)
77
Facility 77
NC AVG 76
Rank #112 / 252
Yes
12
Facility 12
NC AVG 35
Rank #245 / 300
-A+
98.75/200
Facility 98.75/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #108 / 217
?9
67%
Facility 67%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Legacy Heights
MC
AL
RC
Charlotte (Ballantyne)
122
Facility 122
NC AVG 76
Rank #22 / 252
Yes
59
Facility 59
NC AVG 35
Rank #41 / 300
27.0%
Facility 27.0%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #142 / 152
-
81.75/200
Facility 81.75/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #205 / 217
C+22
82%
Facility 82%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio / Suite
LiveWell @ Coker Hills (Chapel Hill)
MC
AL
HC
Chapel Hill (Blue Hill District)
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 76
Rank #229 / 252
No
63
Facility 63
NC AVG 35
Rank #24 / 300
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #130 / 152
-
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #41 / 217
A9
56%
Facility 56%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #24 / 224
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Charter Senior Living of Fox Hollow
MC
AL
RC
Pinehurst
85
Facility 85
NC AVG 76
Rank #91 / 252
Yes
27
Facility 27
NC AVG 35
Rank #183 / 300
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #59 / 152
-
93.50/200
Facility 93.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #153 / 217
B+16
75%
Facility 75%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #64 / 224
Studio / 1 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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Overview of Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir

Breathe in the fresh air of Heritage Trade Drive, Wake Forest, NC, with the trusted senior living community of Cadence at Wake Forest that provides assisted living and memory care. Enjoy your golden years within the beautiful and spacious residences of Cadence at Wake Forest in variations of one-bedroom apartments, and private and shared studios. An experienced and highly skilled team lends necessary care and support for residents to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.

The community doubles its efforts to ensure residents experience unparalleled comfort and convenience, providing them with the utmost attention for their every need. Leisure and wellness is not a problem with a combination of enjoyable and nurturing activities conducted for seniors to maintain a happy and active lifestyle. Good dining completes the finest experience with healthy restaurant-style meals catering to seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. Cadence at Wake Forest is ideal for seniors seeking a haven to spend a peaceful yet well-engaged retirement with its bright and airy campus.

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Overview of Brookdale Smithfield

Enjoy a life of independence while still receiving the care you need at Brookdale Smithfield, an excellent senior living community based in Smithfield, NC, offering assisted living and memory care. The community offers pet-friendly apartments featuring large windows with plenty of natural light, along with a compassionate team available 24/7 to provide assistance in emergencies. To ensure residents dealing with cognitive challenges receive the proper care and support they need, the community provides a gentle daily structure of six planned programs, complemented with consistent care assignments.

Residents at Brookdale Smithfield find fun and entertainment with a jam-packed calendar of activities, such as joining a walking club, fun exercise classes, or stimulating brain games, aroma therapy, and daily music programs for memory care residents. A culinary team ensures residents get the nourishment they need with tasty and nutritious meals, tailored to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a library, a game room, community kitchen, and beautiful walking paths and courtyard, where they can enjoy nature alone or with friends.

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Overview of LiveWell @ Governors Club Cottages (2) (chapel Hill)

Surrounded by lush trees and scenic nature, LiveWell at Governors Club Cottages (2) is an idyllic senior living community in Club Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, that offers memory care. Residents receive the utmost care and attention for their special needs with a well-trained team available around the clock. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, the community promotes a quiet and safe environment.

Featuring innovative and specially designed amenities, the community encourages residents to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. Fostering familiarity and comfort, the community eases daily stresses. With its intimate and quaint setting, residents can rest assured of receiving the finest care and assistance to live a blissful retirement.

Contact LiveWell @ Governors Club Cottages (2) (Chapel Hill)

Overview of Cadence Senior Living at Mint Hill by Cogir

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.

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Terrabella Little Avenue

7745 Little Ave, Charlotte, NC 28226
Overview of Terrabella Little Avenue

A 62-bed assisted living and memory care community in Charlotte’s Carmel neighborhood on Little Avenue is Terrabella Little Avenue. With nearly full occupancy at 98 percent, the home operates with a consistent resident base. The neighborhood scores 72 on the Walk Score scale, making it really walkable. Within a short walk are most daily errands and nearby essentials.

Terrabella Little Avenue is set up as a suite-style residential setting, offering occupants assisted living and memory care services. Pets are welcome, which can provide valuable companionship for those living here and visiting family members. The location offers good neighborhood walkability without the bustle of a major commercial corridor, suiting residents who cherish a calmer residential setting.

Over the past decade, inspections have touched on supervision, administrative protocols, clinical medication practice, and facility maintenance. These are areas families may want to know more fully during a tour and consultation with Terrabella Little Avenue.

For families assessing this community in Charlotte, visiting is a crucial next step to see the suite layouts, understand daily cultures, and get a clear sense of how the team manages care and daily life.

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Zebulon House

551 Pony Road Zebulon, Nc 27597, Zebulon, NC 27597
Overview of Zebulon House

Zebulon House sits on Pony Road in Zebulon, North Carolina, roughly thirty minutes east of Raleigh. The Walk Score is 58, so a few errands are doable on foot but a car still helps. Assisted living is the core offering. Memory care and respite stays round it out.

All 60 beds are filled; a full house tells you something about demand in this corner of Wake County, though it also tells you to call early. Openings at a community running at capacity tend to move fast.

Staffing runs 24 hours, and residents who need a more protected setting can move into the Secured Living program, and families managing their own caregiving load can arrange respite care rather than a permanent placement. That flexibility is worth noting when you are planning around a surgery, a trip, or simple exhaustion.

Meals are served restaurant-style. There is a library, an entertainment room, and an outdoor common area for time outside. Housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation are handled by staff, which removes a whole category of small logistics from a resident’s week. State inspection themes at Zebulon House center on medication management, fire-safety systems, and care planning and documentation.

Medicaid is accepted here. For North Carolina families sorting through what a long stay will actually cost, that single fact often narrows the list faster than anything else on a brochure.

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Overview of Brookdale Carriage Club Providence

Experience an all-encompassing care at Brookdale Carriage Club Providence, an exceptional senior living community in Charlotte, NC, offering comprehensive levels of care and healthcare services. These include independent living, assisted living, and memory care, ensuring that residents receive the support they need while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle. Here, residents can enjoy gatherings in the elegant, light-filled lobby or savor nutritious meals in the stately dining room. The community features a lakeside porch, a year-round pool, and various activities for relaxation and recreation. At Brookdale Carriage Club Providence, residents have access to a range of supportive services tailored to their needs.

The community offers short-term respite stays, ideal for those needing a temporary break or recovery after surgery. Skilled nursing care is available around the clock, along with physical, occupational, and speech therapy for recovery. For those requiring long-term skilled care, Brookdale provides a comfortable setting with professional nursing services. Additionally, transitional care helps residents transition from hospital to home, and hospice care is available through a network of preferred providers, ensuring consistent, high-quality support.

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Legacy Heights

11230 Ballantyne Trace Ct, Charlotte, NC 28277
Overview of Legacy Heights

Tucked away in the serene neighborhood of Charlotte, NC, Legacy Heights is a peaceful senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, respite care, and short-term stays. The community offers beautifully appointed apartments with access to numerous services, including weekly housekeeping and linen service, restaurant-style dining, 24/7 front desk concierge and nursing team. Featuring Five Star’s award-winning Bridge to Rediscovery Alzheimer’s and dementia care program, the community provides residents’ dealing with memory loss the right support and care.

Committed to giving its residents a vibrant lifestyle with access to comprehensive care, the community provides tailored medical resources and a team trained to help residents in all aspects of their well-being. With a wealth of amenities, such as a spacious activity center, numerous social and recreational events, and a full-service barber and beauty salon, residents never ran out of things to enjoy and do.

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Overview of LiveWell @ Coker Hills (chapel Hill)

Enjoy the beauty and serenity of Chapel Hill, NC, with LiveWell at Coker Hills, a distinct senior living community that specializes in memory care. With its dedication to improving residents’ quality of life, the community provides top-notch care and assistance from a reliable, well-trained team that cares for their special needs 24/7. Moreover, the community works closely with the residents to craft a care plan that best suits their preferred lifestyle to retain their independence.

Featuring quaint and specially designed amenities, residents can rest assured of receiving the utmost attention they deserve. The community also encourages residents to live their lives to the fullest by supporting them every step of the way and handling their daily living activities. Residents feel a sense of belonging and flourish in this purposely designed haven.

Contact LiveWell @ Coker Hills (Chapel Hill)

Overview of Charter Senior Living of Fox Hollow

Nestled in a sunny location that embraces warmth and friendliness, Fox Hollow Senior Living Community is a cozy senior living community in Pinehurst, NC, offering assisted living and memory care options. This community provides residents with studio and one-bedroom apartments tailored to their needs, ensuring a secure and comfortable living space with plenty of privacy. Seniors enjoy vibrant activities, from billiards games to live music around the cozy fireplace, fostering connections and joy.

At Fox Hollow, residents can take advantage of a variety of amenities and programs designed to enhance their daily lives. The community features a beauty salon, movie nights, and engaging exercise classes. With dedicated medical resources, weekly housekeeping, and 24/7 concierge and nursing staff, residents receive personalized support. Lifestyle360 activities and community transportation ensure that there’s always something exciting happening at Fox Hollow.

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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.