Page 5 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
Carolina Reserve of Durham
MC
AL
Durham (Hope Valley Green)
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 76
Rank #161 / 252
Yes
48
Facility 48
NC AVG 35
Rank #91 / 300
23.3%
Facility 23.3%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #147 / 152
-
80.00/200
Facility 80.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #41 / 217
B15
60%
Facility 60%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #45 / 224
Studio / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Raleigh
MC
AL
Raleigh (Northwest Raleigh)
100
Facility 100
NC AVG 76
Rank #50 / 252
Yes
49
Facility 49
NC AVG 35
Rank #87 / 300
-A-
82.50/200
Facility 82.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #198 / 217
B-15
67%
Facility 67%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio / 2 Bed
Brookdale Robinwood
MC
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Gastonia
89
Facility 89
NC AVG 76
Rank #86 / 252
Yes
4
Facility 4
NC AVG 35
Rank #281 / 300
-A+
91.50/200
Facility 91.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #165 / 217
C12
58%
Facility 58%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #36 / 224
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
TerraBella Southern Pines
MC
AL
Southern Pines
94
Facility 94
NC AVG 76
Rank #78 / 252
Yes
50
Facility 50
NC AVG 35
Rank #79 / 300
73.4%
Facility 73.4%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #76 / 152
A+
92.75/200
Facility 92.75/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #159 / 217
D+10
80%
Facility 80%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
-
The Charlotte Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
IL
RC
Charlotte
119
Facility 119
NC AVG 76
Rank #29 / 252
Yes
57
Facility 57
NC AVG 35
Rank #55 / 300
42.0%
Facility 42.0%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #116 / 152
-
87.75/200
Facility 87.75/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #180 / 217
C-24
83%
Facility 83%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Winston-Salem
MC
Winston-Salem
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 76
Rank #218 / 252
Yes
22
Facility 22
NC AVG 35
Rank #200 / 300
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #1 / 152
-
99.00/200
Facility 99.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #102 / 217
A-17
65%
Facility 65%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio
Brookdale Chapel Hill
MC
AL
Chapel Hill (Falconbridge)
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 76
Rank #218 / 252
Yes
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 35
Rank #138 / 300
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #1 / 152
-
96.75/200
Facility 96.75/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #125 / 217
B+18
72%
Facility 72%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #75 / 224
Studio / Suite
Richland Square
MC
Greensboro (Country Park At Tall Oaks)
70
Facility 70
NC AVG 76
Rank #126 / 252
Yes
58
Facility 58
NC AVG 35
Rank #49 / 300
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #89 / 152
-
98.50/200
Facility 98.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #136 / 217
B-16
81%
Facility 81%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio
Navion of Greenville
MC
AL
Greenville (Medical District)
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 76
Rank #161 / 252
Yes
45
Facility 45
NC AVG 35
Rank #103 / 300
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #66 / 152
-
94.50/200
Facility 94.50/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #147 / 217
B-14
71%
Facility 71%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #55 / 224
Suite
Brighton Gardens of Charlotte
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Charlotte (Closeburn - Glenkirk)
125
Facility 125
NC AVG 76
Rank #18 / 252
Yes
66
Facility 66
NC AVG 35
Rank #19 / 300
33.6%
Facility 33.6%
NC AVG 67.2%
Rank #128 / 152
-
89.00/200
Facility 89.00/200
NC AVG 91
Rank #193 / 217
C15
67%
Facility 67%
NC AVG 64.9%
Rank #88 / 224
Studio / 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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Overview of Carolina Reserve of Durham

Carolina Reserve of Durham residents expect to continue to create a lifestyle that suits the needs of its memory care and assisted living residents. The upscale community offers many opportunities for blossoming friendships between staff and residents. Cultivating personal growth and holistic wellness is what they are known for. As a proud member of Navion Senior Solutions, residents learn to live vibrant social lives during their golden years.

Carolina Reserve of Durham offers many activities and amenities that cater to the interests of every senior– it features a recreational room, transportation services, in-house maintenance service, seasonal menus served daily, social activities, and wellness programs, ensuring that residents stay entertained and engaged throughout the day.

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Overview of Sunrise of Raleigh

Sunrise of Raleigh is a leader in promoting engaging senior living for residents who crave independence and variety, situated in a prime Raleigh, North Carolina location. The community offers a personalized experience where residents can enjoy a variety of programs and hobbies, as well as fresh cuisine tailored to their tastes, with room rates starting at $5,411 per month. Sunrise of Raleigh is led by designated care managers and nurturing team members who dedicate each day to championing residents’ quality of life, partnering with them to develop individualized plans that respond to their needs and preferences and can be adjusted to meet future needs.

The community’s activities program is exceptional, led by a team member who has been with Sunrise of Raleigh since 1997, and has earned a reputation strong enough that universities place students with the community to earn internship credits. Residents at Sunrise of Raleigh are engaged and fulfilled, enjoying a variety of activities such as puzzles, scenic cruises, live entertainment, reading, and more. The in-house chef uses only fresh, top-quality ingredients to craft signature dishes and resident favorites, while the community actively introduces new programs and facilitates intergenerational relationships. Conveniently located in Raleigh, NC, just 15 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Sunrise of Raleigh is close to downtown Raleigh’s theaters, museums, shopping, dining, entertainment, and walking distance to Crabtree Valley Mall, with nearby NC State football and Carolina Hurricanes ice hockey games, and medical support within a 10-mile radius.

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Overview of Brookdale Robinwood

Enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle at Brookdale Robinwood, a welcoming senior living community in Gastonia, North Carolina, offering assisted living. The community provides personalized assistance with daily tasks such as dressing and bathing, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their day. The cozy campus, designed for comfort and privacy, boasts excellent on-site amenities and a diverse social events calendar. Pet-friendly private apartments and inviting areas for socializing, dining, and entertaining enhance the living experience. At Brookdale Robinwood, residents benefit from a range of lifestyle services tailored to individual needs.

The community emphasizes health and wellness through activities like B-Fit fitness classes and Flex Your Brain exercises. With spacious private apartments featuring walk-in closets and large windows, residents enjoy a bright and welcoming atmosphere. A variety of activities, including art classes, trivia games, and yoga, foster a sense of camaraderie and engagement. Dining here is a delightful experience, with menus crafted from residents’ favorite recipes and seasonal ingredients, ensuring every meal is both healthy and enjoyable.

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TerraBella Southern Pines

101 Brucewood Rd, Southern Pines, NC 28387
Overview of TerraBella Southern Pines

Perched along the shores of Pinehurst Lake, TerraBella Southern Pines is a charming senior living community offering a comfortable blend of a welcoming atmosphere, engaged and friendly, compassionate team, and personalized care. Serving the neighborhood of Southern Pines, NC, the community offers assisted living and memory care. Featuring spacious and luxurious suites and one- and two-bedroom apartments, TerraBella guarantees residents a cozy living space.

Offering professional care services to independent residents who could benefit from extra assistance and scientific-based memory care services to residents dealing with memory loss, TerraBella Southern Pines provides residents with the exact level of care they want and need. Residents also enjoy access to Three Meals daily with Snacks, housekeeping services, live entertainment, scheduled transportation, and a full calendar of engaging activities, ensuring plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities.

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Overview of The Charlotte Assisted Living & Memory Care

The Charlotte Assisted Living & Memory Care is a 119-bed community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite services to older adults in Charlotte, North Carolina. The facility on Willow Ridge Road operates as a full-service senior living community on a three-story building with an array of housing options: studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans. The neighborhood scores 57 on the Walk Score scale, indicating moderate walkability where some daily errands can be run on foot, though occupants typically need a car for most trips.

The facility maintains a 42 percent occupancy rate, meaning rooms are currently offered across its housing inventory. This mid-occupancy level provides potential residents and families with current availability and a reasonable wait time if they proceed with applications. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay arrangements are accepted to give families flexibility in how they approach coverage and payment options. The home houses its services across multiple care levels in the same community. With memory care and respite residents, independent and assisted living occupants share common areas and amenities. This continuum model lets residents stay in a familiar setting as their care needs change over time, instead of requiring relocations to different facilities. The design bolsters aging in place and the natural care progression, with staff providing increasing levels of support as needed. The location in Charlotte offers easy access to medical services, shopping, and local attractions. The moderately walkable neighborhood means visiting family members can navigate nearby areas on foot. Meanwhile, the offered room inventory across multiple unit types allows flexibility for different resident preferences and budgets.

State inspections have flagged themes around supervision documentation, medication administration protocols, and physical plant maintenance. It’s encouraged that families exploring the community ask staff directly about how these routine operational areas are managed daily, as operational rigor in such areas is crucial to care quality and resident safety.

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Overview of Brookdale Winston-Salem

Set amidst the beautiful setting of Winston Salem, NC, Brookdale Winston-Salem is a classic senior living community that offers compassionate memory care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The community provides a secure and supportive environment designed to enhance residents’ quality of life while addressing their unique needs. With trained staff available around the clock, residents receive personalized attention and emergency support whenever necessary.

At Brookdale Winston-Salem, residents benefit from a variety of amenities and engaging programs tailored to their cognitive abilities and interests. Their Clare Bridge Daily Path program offers a structured routine with six planned activities each day, fostering a sense of purpose and achievement. The community features secure entrances and enclosed outdoor areas, allowing residents to safely enjoy gardening and outdoor activities. Inside, cozy living spaces and thoughtful details like large windows create a comfortable, homelike atmosphere that promotes well-being and independence.

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Overview of Brookdale Chapel Hill

Burrowed in the peaceful neighborhood of Chapel Hill, North Carolina neighborhood, Brookdale Chapel Hill is a supportive senior living community offering memory care. The community provides a secure and comfortable environment where residents receive personalized assistance with daily activities. With trained dementia care staff available 24/7, we ensure a supportive atmosphere tailored to individual needs. Our tailored approach includes the Clare Bridge program for mid to late stages of dementia and the Solace program for advanced stages, offering compassionate care and consistent support.

Residents at Brookdale Chapel Hill enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with a full calendar of engaging activities designed to enhance cognitive function and overall well-being. From therapeutic pet visits and courtyard strolls to games in the cozy living room, our activities aim to support each resident’s abilities and encourage meaningful experiences. Located near downtown Chapel Hill and the Research Triangle, our community offers convenient access to local attractions, allowing residents and their families to explore cultural and recreational opportunities in the area.

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Overview of Richland Square

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.

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Overview of Navion of Greenville

Nestled in the welcoming place of Greenville, NC, the Navion of Greenville is a remarkable senior living community offering assisted living services. Here, residents can select from a wide array of spacious and comfortable accommodations ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom. With its highly skilled and hardworking team, this community offers an emergency response system and 24/7 personalized care services.

With its top-tier amenities and other services, residents can enjoy delectable meals and snacks daily, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Engage in diverse social activities and community events. Meet new companions and share meaningful memories within the beautiful spaces of this community. At the Navion of Greenville, seniors are guaranteed a memorable living experience.

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Overview of Brighton Gardens of Charlotte

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte is an engaging senior living community located in the heart of South Park, Charlotte, North Carolina, helping residents enjoy each day with personalized services, social events, and fresh cuisine tailored to their tastes. The community offers room rates starting at $2,766 per month and takes a resident-centered approach, offering a broad range of care options and engaging activities. Residents influence the daily calendar of events and many of the culinary selections, while designated care managers work with each individual to craft personalized plans addressing their unique needs and preferences, fostering meaningful days with friends. The professional team of caregivers also assists family members navigating life’s milestones with residents.

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte provides a warm and engaging home environment, with residents enjoying full days filled with morning walks, daily afternoon socials, and evening movies. The pet-friendly community welcomes residents to bring their long-time companions, and offers various suite options, including studios, one-bedroom (two sizes), and two-bedroom units, ensuring privacy. Highly trained chefs regularly check in with residents, incorporating their favorites and suggestions into the menu. Conveniently located on the corner of Fairview Road and Park South Drive, the community is situated in the heart of South Park, near the Tyvola Senior Center, South Park Mall, and Park Road Park, with an abundance of nearby stores and restaurants for residents to enjoy. Brighton Gardens of Charlotte is also close to several medical centers, including Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) Main, CMC Pineville, Presbyterian Main, and CMC Mercy.

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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.