Compare Memory Care around Wilmington (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
| Champions Assisted Living at the Davis Community | MC AL IL NH RC | Wilmington | 115
Facility
115
NC AVG
72
Rank
#55 / 390 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
NC AVG
33
Rank
#484 / 572 |
60.7%
Facility
60.7%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#168 / 246 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall | MC AL IL NH | Wilmington (Windemere) | 30
Facility
30
NC AVG
72
Rank
#329 / 390 | No |
18
Facility
18
NC AVG
33
Rank
#394 / 572 |
89.5%
Facility
89.5%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#50 / 246 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Morningside of Wilmington | MC AL | Wilmington (Manorhouse Retirement Center) | - | Yes |
48
Facility
48
NC AVG
33
Rank
#167 / 572 | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Cedar Cove Assisted Living and Memory Care | MC AL | Wilmington | - | No |
5
Facility
5
NC AVG
33
Rank
#496 / 572 | - | - |
| The Residences at The Davis Community | MC AL IL NH RC | Wilmington (Porters Neck Road) | - | No |
3
Facility
3
NC AVG
33
Rank
#515 / 572 | - | - |
| The Commons At Brightmore | MC AL IL | Wilmington (Brightmore Liberty) | - | Yes |
27
Facility
27
NC AVG
33
Rank
#336 / 572 | - | Studio / Suite |
| Brightmore of Wilmington | MC AL IL | Wilmington (Brightmore Liberty) | - | No |
38
Facility
38
NC AVG
33
Rank
#235 / 572 | - | - |
| Spring Arbor of Wilmington | MC AL | Wilmington (Pine Valley Estates) | - | Yes |
58
Facility
58
NC AVG
33
Rank
#90 / 572 | - | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Brookdale Wilmington | MC | Wilmington (Cameron Properties) | - | Yes |
21
Facility
21
NC AVG
33
Rank
#371 / 572 | - | Suite |
| New Hanover House | MC AL | Wilmington (Echo Farms) | - | No |
4
Facility
4
NC AVG
33
Rank
#506 / 572 | - | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Trinity Grove | MC NC NH | Wilmington | 100
Facility
100
NC AVG
72
Rank
#79 / 390 | No |
19
Facility
19
NC AVG
33
Rank
#384 / 572 |
94.3%
Facility
94.3%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#39 / 246 | - |
| The Kempton At Brightmore | MC AL IL | Wilmington (Brightmore Liberty) | - | Yes |
22
Facility
22
NC AVG
33
Rank
#360 / 572 | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
Overview of Trinity Grove
Trinity Grove, located in Wilmington, NC, is a distinguished senior living community primarily providing skilled nursing services with a focus on memory care. The accommodation options at Trinity Grove include private or semi-private rooms, each equipped with private bathrooms to ensure residents’ comfort and privacy. The community is dedicated to comprehensive healthcare services, offering 24-hour skilled nursing care, physician coverage, licensed dietician and social worker support, and various therapies such as speech, physical, and occupational therapies.
Residents at Trinity Grove enjoy a range of amenities designed to enhance their living experience. The community provides restaurant-style meals, snacks, and beverages, ensuring a delightful dining experience. Trinity Grove also offers modern conveniences such as wireless internet, cable TV, and personal telephone options. Leisure opportunities, outings, special events, an internet cafe, hair salon, and barber shop further contribute to a vibrant and engaging community. Courtyards, gardens, and amenities such as a children’s playground and transportation services add to the overall comfort and convenience at Trinity Grove.
The Kempton at Brightmore, located in Wilmington, NC, is a senior living community, focusing on assisted living services. The community offers spacious living arrangements, allowing residents to personalize their space with furniture and design touches. Each unit features its own heating and air conditioning controls, and if desired, the community provides a bed, dresser, and nightstand at no additional charge. The floor plans include a kitchenette with a mini-refrigerator, space for a personal microwave, and a private bath with a hand-held shower and fold-down seat. The built-in emergency call system ensures quick assistance when used.
In terms of healthcare services, The Kempton at Brightmore prioritizes infection prevention and control with effective contact tracing and isolation measures.
The community provides 24/7 supervision and assistance with light activities of daily living, along with medication administration and management. Residents also benefit from a range of amenities, including private dining and a country kitchen, where three chef-prepared meals are included daily. Additional services include beauty salon and barber services, as well as housekeeping and laundry services. The community places a strong emphasis on residents’ well-being, offering a variety of activities that cater to social, spiritual, intellectual, and physical aspects. From musical performances to gourmet chef demonstrations and card games, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at The Kempton at Brightmore.
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 Wilmington, NC
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 12 memory care communities in Wilmington, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Wilmington, NC?
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 Wilmington, NC, 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 Wilmington, NC?
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.
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