
Compare Senior Communities around North Carolina
The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
| Glenaire | SC NH AL IL | Cary (Glenaire) | 71
Facility
71
NC AVG
72
Rank
#183 / 388 | No |
25
Facility
25
NC AVG
33
Rank
#347 / 573 | 94.1% | 3 | - |
| Hillside Nursing & Rehab | SC AL NH SNF | Wake Forest | 130
Facility
130
NC AVG
72
Rank
#24 / 388 | No |
19
Facility
19
NC AVG
33
Rank
#385 / 573 | 85.6% | 3 | Private Rooms |
| St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC | SC AL IL MC NH SNF | Southern Pines | 176
Facility
176
NC AVG
72
Rank
#5 / 388 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
NC AVG
33
Rank
#527 / 573 | 41.0% | - | Private Rooms |
| The Rosewood Health Center – The Cypress of Raleigh | SC MC NH SNF | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | 57
Facility
57
NC AVG
72
Rank
#278 / 388 | No |
71
Facility
71
NC AVG
33
Rank
#28 / 573 | 80.4% | - | - |
| River Landing At Sandy Ridge | SC AL IL MC NH | Colfax | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#231 / 388 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
NC AVG
33
Rank
#477 / 573 | 92.5% | - | Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas |
| Piedmont Crossing | SC NH AL HC IL MC RC SNF | Thomasville (Hedrick Drive) | 104
Facility
104
NC AVG
72
Rank
#70 / 388 | Yes |
4
Facility
4
NC AVG
33
Rank
#507 / 573 | 74.0% | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Friends Homes | SC NH AL IL MC SNF | Greensboro (Guilford College) | 69
Facility
69
NC AVG
72
Rank
#193 / 388 | No |
35
Facility
35
NC AVG
33
Rank
#261 / 573 | 87.5% | - | Villa Apartments / Townhomes / Apartments / Cottages |
| Carol Woods | SC AL IL NH SNF | Chapel Hill (Carol Woods) | 30
Facility
30
NC AVG
72
Rank
#327 / 388 | Yes |
13
Facility
13
NC AVG
33
Rank
#433 / 573 | 72.7% | 3 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Abernethy Laurels | SC NH AL HC IL MC RC SNF | Newton | 174
Facility
174
NC AVG
72
Rank
#6 / 388 | Yes |
0
Facility
0
NC AVG
33
Rank
#549 / 573 | 96.0% | - | 1 Bed /2 Bed |
| Village Green Health and Rehabilitation | SC NH SNF | Fayetteville (Terry Sanford) | 170
Facility
170
NC AVG
72
Rank
#7 / 388 | No |
48
Facility
48
NC AVG
33
Rank
#168 / 573 | 68.8% | - | - |
| BellaRose Nursing and Rehab | SC HOS NH RC SNF | Garner | 100
Facility
100
NC AVG
72
Rank
#78 / 388 | No |
4
Facility
4
NC AVG
33
Rank
#507 / 573 | 93.9% | - | Private / Semi-Private Suites |
| Perry Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center | SC NH SNF | Raleigh (Northeast Raleigh) | 90
Facility
90
NC AVG
72
Rank
#117 / 388 | No |
24
Facility
24
NC AVG
33
Rank
#350 / 573 | 84.0% | - | Private / Shared Rooms |
| Givens Highland Farms | SC HC IL NH RC SNF | Black Mountain | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#231 / 388 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
NC AVG
33
Rank
#441 / 573 | 84.7% | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall | SC AL IL MC NH SNF | Wilmington (Windemere) | 30
Facility
30
NC AVG
72
Rank
#327 / 388 | No |
18
Facility
18
NC AVG
33
Rank
#395 / 573 | 94.3% | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Given Estates | SC AL NH RC SNF | Asheville (Stockwood) | 70
Facility
70
NC AVG
72
Rank
#184 / 388 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
NC AVG
33
Rank
#322 / 573 | 82.0% | - | - |
The Addison of Fayetteville provides a quintessential community for assisted living. Residents are guaranteed to enjoy their stay because of the astonishing, beautifully decorated interiors of the building– adding to the charm the community holds. The assisted living home heeds a warm and welcoming environment. As a proud member of the Senior Lifestyle community, The Addison strives to fulfill the needs of its residents, including their general health and activity level.
The Addison of Fayetteville comprises all-inclusive services, including 24/7 support and assistance, dining areas, weekly physician and nurse practitioner visits, wellness programs, social outings, nutritious meal plans, fall prevention, and extensive safety features.
Overlooking the picturesque nature of Henderson County, Terra Bella Hendersonville is a blissful senior living community located in Howard Gap Road, Hendersonville, NC, providing assisted living and memory care. The community offers suite and one-bedroom apartments for seniors looking to experience a cozy and graceful retirement. Received the Great Place to Work Award, the community ensures round-the-clock customized care and assistance.
Terra Bella Hendersonville fosters a warm and welcoming community, paving the way for its residents to connect with their peers and participate in wonderful activities. Catering to its residents’ dietary needs and meal preferences, the community serves healthy and delicious meals from breakfast to dinner daily. Amenities include an arts and crafts studio, a multifunction game room, a library, a covered outdoor patio, a private courtyard and community garden, and peaceful walking paths.
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.
Brookdale Forest City, located in Forest City, NC, offers a tranquil yet convenient setting for seniors. The community provides both assisted living services and memory care for individuals living with memory loss. Residents can enjoy pet-friendly apartments filled with natural light, and they have the freedom to personalize their living spaces. With round-the-clock monitoring and assistance from a dedicated team, residents are guaranteed to receive assistance whenever they need it.
Fostering an active and engaging lifestyle, Brookdale Forest City offers a wealth of amenities, including a library, beauty/barber shop, therapy room, private dining room, and walking paths. Residents can relax in the fireside living room or on the porch, and stay connected with Wi-Fi access throughout the community. With beautifully landscaped grounds and a variety of programs and activities, Brookdale Grandon Farms offers a vibrant and supportive environment, making it an excellent choice for seniors.
Enjoy an exceptional senior living experience with Spring Arbor of Wilson, located in Wilson, NC, offering assisted living, memory care, and short-term stay services. With its goal to meet each resident on their unique journey, the well-trained and dedicated team works hard to curate a personalized plan that best suits their needs and preferences. Additionally, the community fosters a vibrant environment for residents to feel a positive sense of independence in a homelike setting.
Meet new friends and enjoy activities that produce feelings of laughter and cheer through different life-enhancing opportunities and programs. The community also ensures that their activities touch upon the physical, cognitive, social, sensory, creative, and spiritual well-being of each resident. Spring Arbor of Wilson is ideal for seniors seeking an active and enriching retirement.
Located in the Olde Providence North neighborhood of Charlotte, North Carolina, Sunrise on Providence is a senior living community offering assisted living, hospice care, and a dedicated memory care program in one location. The community is about 4.5 miles from Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, providing residents and families with convenient access to nearby hospital care when needed.
The community features Victorian-style architecture and overlooks a lake, giving it a distinctive appearance among senior living communities in the area. It has 95 beds and offers studio, companion suite, and one-bedroom residences. Residents can choose the level of privacy that best fits their preferences. The community currently operates at about 71% occupancy.
Sunrise on Providence’s assisted living and a specialized memory care program support residents as their care needs change without moving to another community. Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to bring a companion animal when they move in.
State inspections have most often focused on fire safety systems and equipment, along with periodic reviews of care documentation and infection control practices. Families touring Sunrise on Providence may want to ask how these areas are monitored and managed as part of the community’s daily operations.
The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 15, which is car-dependent. Most errands, shopping, dining, and medical appointments require a vehicle, so visiting family should plan to drive.
With consistent accolades in praise of top-tier memory care services, Charter Senior Living of Charlotte offers personalized support for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, carefully crafting the Flourish℠ care program to effectively suit every need of the individual, in a way that only Charter can. Spearheaded by an expert team, Flourish℠ cares with compassion, empowers a purposeful living, and bolsters the dignity of those facing these trying conditions.
Facilities are also gold standard, with memory care private homes designed specifically to make Alzheimer’s and dementia residents feel safe and at peace, with both everyday and recreational needs covered. Stepping outside onto the lush landscape of Charter, family members and residents themselves can explore with confidence thanks to 24/7 security focused on their well-being.
Situated in the tranquil neighborhood of Raleigh, NC, Avendelle Lazy River Assisted Living is an inviting community that offers assisted services in a cozy, residential setting. It features private and semi-private rooms with hardwood floors and beautiful views that range from the yard, front yard, and patio, which will surely provide a sense of calm and relaxation for its residents. Having a highly trained and compassionate team, the community provides personalized round-the-clock care and assistance including assistance with daily activities and medicine administration and management, all guaranteeing a unique and attentive approach to the residents.
With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy tasty and healthy meals from breakfast to dinner, housekeeping services, hospice services, and many more. At Avendelle Lazy River Assisted Living, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.
For families and prospective residents, Avendelle at Lazy River also hosts a monthly Q&A meetup that talks about Practical Advice, Emotional Support, and Resources for Residential Care Decisions. You can join our discussion through this link.
Located in the beautiful city of Elizabeth City, NC, Brookdale Elizabeth City is a welcoming senior living community, offering assisted living and memory care. The community provides personalized assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, housekeeping, and meals. Residents can enjoy various activities, including crafting classes in the arts and crafts studio, buddy walks, and engaging games like bingo and trivia. With multiple pet-friendly floor plans and basic utilities included, seniors can enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.
Brookdale Elizabeth City is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through comprehensive care and engaging programs. The community’s mission is to provide a supportive and enriching environment where seniors can thrive. Amenities include the B-Fit fitness classes, brain games, and a variety of social activities. Memory care residents benefit from the Daily Path program, which offers structured activities to preserve their abilities. Dining experiences are top-notch, with nutritious, home-cooked meals served in an elegant dining room, ensuring residents’ health and well-being.
Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Durham, NC, Brookdale Durham is an encouraging senior living community that offers personalized senior living with assisted living and memory care services. Residents receive tailored support to maintain their independence, ensuring they can transition seamlessly between care levels as needed without relocating. The community features spacious, pet-friendly apartments and convenient amenities, including restaurant-style dining right on campus.
Memory care residents benefit from individualized attention aimed at preserving their unique identities, supported by a 24/7 on-site team ready to respond to emergencies. The community’s assisted living services assist with daily tasks such as medication management and personal care, complemented by delicious meals served in a welcoming dining environment. Through Brookdale’s Alzheimer’s and dementia program, residents follow a personalized enrichment plan designed to foster existing skills and explore new interests, ensuring a fulfilling lifestyle.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these 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 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 543 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.












