Page 10 of Best Senior Communities in North Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 574 senior communities in NC using NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities 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. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
Summit Place of Mooresville
SC
AL
MC
RC
Mooresville
60Yes 33 88.3% -91.50/200C+1385%Suite
Chatham Ridge
SC
AL
MC
Chapel Hill
91Yes 33 -A-85.75/200C+1580%Studio / Suite
Brookdale Country Day Road
SC
AL
Goldsboro
104Yes 10 79.8% -76.00/200C-1580%Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Seasons at Southpoint
SC
MC
RC
Durham
51Yes 34 58.8% A+65.00/200D-1675%Studio
LiveWell at Birchwood Lake Estates
SC
AL
HC
MC
NH
Chapel Hill
6No- 83.3% A+101.50/200-888%Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Guilford House
SC
AL
MC
RC
Greensboro (Northern Shores)
60Yes 2 45.0% A+102.00/200C1771%-
Brightmore of South Charlotte
SC
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Charlotte (Provincetowne)
34Yes 12 35.3% -103.50/200A1136%1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Little Flower
SC
AL
Charlotte (Silverstone)
49Yes 45 53.1% -104.50/200A+1436%-
The Gardens of Roseboro
SC
AL
RC
Roseboro
40No 23 100.0% -103.50/200A-1450%-
Fayetteville Manor
SC
MC
Fayetteville (Tartan Place Apartments)
60Yes 29 88.3% -102.50/200B+1567%-
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Overview of Summit Place of Mooresville

Set in the loving environment of Mooresville, NC, the Summit Place of Mooresville is a world-class senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Two types of accommodations are available ranging from suite to companion suite tailored to the primary needs of its residents. With its trained and compassionate team, the community treats its residents as their own family members. In terms of memory care services, the Signature Memory Care Neighborhood is notably created to provide a secure and caring environment for those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

A wide range of amenities and services are available to further enhance the stay of its residents. It includes a full-service salon, an arts and crafts studio, a bistro, activity rooms, a main and private dining room, etc. Meet new people and build lasting friendships in this beautiful place. With its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive community, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.

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Chatham Ridge

114 Polks Village Ln, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Overview of Chatham Ridge

Located in the enticing neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC, the Catham Ridge is an inviting senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. A wide range of spacious and comfortable accommodations, including private studios and shared suites are available. Having a highly skilled and empathetic team, this community offers a cutting-edge memory care program named Pathways to Discover that is thoughtfully designed for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. This community also renders an emergency response system and 24/7 personalized care services.

Having above-and-beyond amenities and other services, residents can enjoy weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Experience delicious dining with delightful meals and snacks every day. Engage in diverse social activities and community events. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can acquire a wondrous living experience.

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Overview of Brookdale Country Day Road

Find quality care and genuine relationships at Brookdale Country Day Road, a warm senior living community in Goldsboro, NC, offering assisted living. Ensuring a comfortable lifestyle, the community offers freshly prepared meals, transportation assistance, and engaging activities both on and off-site. The community emphasizes safety with 24/7 availability of care providers and advanced security measures, including an emergency alert system and keypad entries.

Brookdale Country Day Road features a variety of amenities designed to enrich daily life. Residents can participate in fitness classes, game nights, and enjoy the well-stocked library, arts and crafts studio, and beautiful courtyard and garden. Additional conveniences include postal services, a delivery service through the Personal Solutions program, and access to a therapy room, chapel, meeting rooms, and a private dining room. With a constantly changing activities calendar and numerous on-site amenities, residents have the freedom to create a fulfilling and enjoyable lifestyle every day.

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Overview of Seasons at Southpoint

Serving older adults in Somerset, Kentucky, Seasons at Southpoint is a 51-bed community on Neighborly Way that has been part of the area for 30 years. The single-story residence offers studio-style accommodations. It currently houses 30 residents, with an occupancy rate of 59%.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 34. A few nearby places can be reached on foot, but most errands and appointments require a car. This may work for families looking for a quieter and more residential setting and don’t depend on nearby commercial services.

State inspections over the past 9 years have reviewed the community’s heating systems, communication equipment, medication management, resident safety practices, and overall operations. Follow-up inspections confirmed that structural and environmental issues were corrected. More recent inspections, however, identified concerns involving infection control practices and temperature maintenance in resident areas.

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Overview of LiveWell at Birchwood Lake Estates

Nestled within the vibrant landscape of Durham, North Carolina, LiveWell at Birchwood Lake Estates is an esteemed assisted living community. Standing proudly, this assisted living community presents an alternative vision of assisted living within the charming confines of Chapel Hill. Each dwelling within this community is meticulously crafted to exude warmth and hospitality, ensuring an environment that extends its embrace to friends and family alike.

Whether seniors are engaged in a stroll outdoors or savoring a delectable meal, the ethos of LiveWell encourages your presence, inviting you to share in their moments of joy and togetherness. Experience a different kind of assisted living community that redefines the essence of welcome and inclusivity at LiveWell at Birchwood Lake Estates.

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Overview of Guilford House

Experience an ultimately relaxing stay with Guilford House located in the peaceful neighborhood of Greensboro, NC, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. The community delivers the highest quality care in a comfortable, home-like setting. Dedicated professionals consistently go above and beyond to ensure the best possible experience for their residents, employing a specialized approach to all care services.

Offering above-and-beyond services, residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals while interacting with the rest of the community, full-service housekeeping, on-site, beauty salon and barber shop, transportation services, and many more. Take part in a vibrant calendar of social activities, including movie nights and arts and crafts, while making new friends on the outdoor patio and during group outings that promote ongoing engagement and personal development. At Guilford House, seniors can truly enjoy a worthwhile living experience.

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Overview of Brightmore of South Charlotte

Brightmore of South Charlotte is an exceptional retirement community that celebrates individuality and offers a full-service rental retirement home experience. Step into a vibrant atmosphere where beautifully designed independent living floor plans await, providing the perfect balance of comfort and independence. Brightmore is committed to accommodating diverse needs, offering a range of amenity options catering to residents seeking independent living, memory care units, and residential assisted living.

Indulge in distinctive dining experiences tailored to individual preferences and dietary needs. Immerse yourself in an array of amenities, including a library for literary adventures, an indoor heated pool for invigorating swims, and a beauty salon and barber for personal grooming. Brightmore also welcomes pets, ensuring that residents can cherish the companionship of their furry friends throughout their stay. With conveniences such as storage spaces, building elevators, concierge services, and 24-hour emergency response, every aspect of senior living is meticulously cared for.

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Overview of The Little Flower

The Little Flower offers a bright and healthy lifestyle for its residents. As a premier assisted living community, professional caregivers practice compassion and kindness, ready to attend to any individual’s needs; they excel in creating an environment that is warm and welcoming and continues to balance a top-notch quality of service for its residents. When setting the standard for quality care and going above and beyond for its seniors, The Little Flower is an exquisite home that meets timeless care.

The lifestyle of Little Flower is designed to inspire the everyday living of its residents, found in the beautiful amenities and essential services provided– maintained spacious studio suites, well-lit common areas, outdoor lounge areas, healthy dining experience, and social activities.

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Overview of The Gardens of Roseboro

Set in the inviting town of Roseboro, NC, The Gardens of Roseboro is a vibrant senior living community that provides assisted living and respite care services. Well-appointed and cozy accommodations tailored to the levels of care are available for its residents. This community is committed to providing a lifestyle of one-of-a-kind convenience, leisure, and beauty. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive the utmost care and support that they deserve.

With its above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy on-site maintenance and management services, housekeeping, transportation services, and restaurant-style dining. Meet new companions in its multi-purpose meeting spaces, library with lounge area, and expansive grounds and walking trails. Engage in weekly social activities and other life enrichment programs. At The Gardens of Roseboro, seniors can enjoy a wonderful living experience.

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Overview of Fayetteville Manor

Located on Treetop Drive in the Tartan Place Apartments neighborhood of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Fayetteville Manor is a memory care community about 6 miles from downtown Fayetteville. The single-story community has 60 beds, with an occupancy rate of 88%, reflecting its established presence among local senior living options.

Care is designed for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Residents receive 24-hour nursing support, daily housekeeping, and laundry services, so families do not have to manage those responsibilities themselves. Meals are prepared with residents’ nutritional needs in mind. Daily life includes recreational activities and programs created specifically for memory care. This can help provide residents with a familiar routine in a smaller, more structured setting.

The community also provides transportation services, fitness and recreation programs, and welcomes pets. This can make the transition easier for residents who are moving from a home where a companion animal was part of everyday life. Torrey Locklear owns and leads the community.

State inspections have focused on building maintenance, safety systems, staff training, and medication administration practices. The community has taken corrective action to address findings identified during previous inspections. Inspection history reflects a mix of findings over time rather than one consistent pattern.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 29 out of 100, so most errands and outings require a car. It’s common for memory care communities where outings are typically supported by staff. Families touring Fayetteville Manor should ask how staffing is coordinated daily within the memory care program.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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.

  • 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 Senior Communities in North Carolina

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 574 senior communities in North Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior 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 senior 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.

Senior Communities in North Carolina at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 34/ 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