Page 2 of Best Senior Communities in North Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 543 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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Avg Walk Score: 36/ 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: 72The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in North Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
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.
Brookdale Salisbury
SC
AL
Salisbury (Holly Park)
88
Facility 88
NC AVG 72
Rank #123 / 387
Yes
51
Facility 51
NC AVG 36
Rank #138 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
-
98.00/200
Facility 98.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #181 / 321
12
92%
Facility 92%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #97 / 333
Studio / 2 Bed
Brookdale Reidsville
SC
AL
MC
Reidsville
76
Facility 76
NC AVG 72
Rank #166 / 387
Yes
32
Facility 32
NC AVG 36
Rank #289 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
-
104.50/200
Facility 104.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #20 / 321
5
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / Suite
Our Promise Care Homes at Falls Church
SC
AL
RESC
Raleigh
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 72
Rank #335 / 387
No
70
Facility 70
NC AVG 36
Rank #31 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
-
105.50/200
Facility 105.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #5 / 321
2
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Private Rooms
Durham Ridge Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
Durham
142
Facility 142
NC AVG 72
Rank #14 / 387
No
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 36
Rank #236 / 536
83.1%
Facility 83.1%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #92 / 232
A+
86.50/200
Facility 86.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #277 / 321
19
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
Avendelle at Wyckford
SC
AL
Raleigh (Wyckford)
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 72
Rank #335 / 387
No
34
Facility 34
NC AVG 36
Rank #272 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
A+
100.50/200
Facility 100.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #130 / 321
7
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Home Place of New Bern
SC
AL
MC
New Bern (Quail Ridge)
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 72
Rank #230 / 387
Yes
57
Facility 57
NC AVG 36
Rank #101 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
-
100.00/200
Facility 100.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #136 / 321
6
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Suite / 2 Bed
Navion of Rocky Mount
SC
AL
MC
Rocky Mount (Northgreen)
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 72
Rank #230 / 387
Yes
37
Facility 37
NC AVG 36
Rank #245 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
-
100.00/200
Facility 100.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #136 / 321
9
89%
Facility 89%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #71 / 333
Suite
Wilkesboro Assisted Living Center
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
North Wilkesboro
102
Facility 102
NC AVG 72
Rank #75 / 387
No
61
Facility 61
NC AVG 36
Rank #66 / 536
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #133 / 232
-
104.00/200
Facility 104.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #28 / 321
6
83%
Facility 83%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #40 / 333
-
Brookdale New Hope
SC
AL
Gastonia
86
Facility 86
NC AVG 72
Rank #128 / 387
Yes
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 36
Rank #236 / 536
70.9%
Facility 70.9%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #132 / 232
A+
91.50/200
Facility 91.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #252 / 321
12
92%
Facility 92%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #97 / 333
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Merrywood on Park
SC
AL
IL
NH
Charlotte (Ashbrook - Clawson Village)
20
Facility 20
NC AVG 72
Rank #331 / 387
Yes
57
Facility 57
NC AVG 36
Rank #101 / 536
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #99 / 232
A+
97.00/200
Facility 97.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #189 / 321
10
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NC community we track that reports that metric, not just the 543 on this page.

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Overview of Brookdale Salisbury

Brookdale Salisbury offers exceptional assisted living for seniors in Salisbury, North Carolina. The community’s picturesque campus is ideally located near restaurants, shopping, banks, and physicians’ offices, providing residents with both convenience and accessibility. Residents and their families appreciate the small-town charm of Salisbury and the vibrant atmosphere of nearby Charlotte. At Brookdale Salisbury, seniors can trade the stress of daily life for a variety of enriching activities, all within a supportive and engaging environment. Personalized care is a hallmark of Brookdale Salisbury, where each resident receives a customized service plan tailored to their unique needs.

This approach ensures that residents receive the appropriate level of assistance, whether it’s help with daily tasks, medication management, or coordinating with healthcare providers. The community emphasizes holistic wellness through programs like B-Fit and Brain Fit, focusing on physical, mental, and emotional health. With a range of amenities and a commitment to fostering independence, Brookdale Salisbury is dedicated to helping residents live their best lives.

Brookdale Salisbury currently has openings available!

  • – Companion room that starts at $3200 / month
  • – Small Studio starting at $4200 / month
  • – Large Studio starts at $4600 / month
  • – Extra Large Studio $5000 / month
  • – A second person fee is $600 / month


Care Costs
 are additional and based on an individual’s needs. That can range from $889 / month to $2740 / month max.

There are a few services that would exceed the cap of $2740.

  • – 2 Person Lift / Assist
  • – Direct feeding assistance
  • – Nebulizers


Additional Costs

  • – Pharmacy Copays
  • – Incontinence Supplies (Briefs, wipes & gloves size Med)
  • – Beauty / Barber services

Contact Brookdale Salisbury

Brookdale Reidsville

2931 Vance Street Extension, Reidsville, NC 27320
Overview of Brookdale Reidsville

Maintain social relationships and friendships at Brookdale Reidsville, an inviting senior living community in Reidsville, NC, offering assisted living and memory care. Here, residents enjoy spacious common areas or settle down in their cozy, pet-friendly apartments, equipped with plenty of natural light and modern conveniences. Residents can forgo tiresome chores with a dedicated team that provides assistance with daily living activities and housekeeping, and a culinary team that serves nutritious meals.

Life at Brookdale Reidsville means a brimming calendar of activities for both assisted living and memory care residents, including exercise programs, resident-led clubs, live music, frequent off-site excursions, brain games, and crafts. Residents also enjoy full-access to various amenities, including a barbershop, a library, a community kitchen, and a porch, where they can bask in the sun and fresh air. With compassionate and comprehensive care and a dedicated team available 24/7, residents are guaranteed a secure and comfortable living environment.

Contact Brookdale Reidsville

Overview of Our Promise Care Homes at Falls Church

Nestled in the neighborhood of Raleigh, NC, Our Promise Care Homes at Falls Church is an oasis for those in need of assisted living. Helping residents maintain their independence and well-being, the community offers round-the-clock assistance with daily living activities. With its customized care plans and intimate setting, residents here enjoy focused care that’s tailored to their needs.

Dedicated to creating a vibrant environment, the community offers an array of inspiring and stimulating activities regularly. Meals here are nutritious and healthy to satisfy both residents’ nutritional needs and cravings. With its welcoming atmosphere and kind care team, the community makes a great place for enjoying your golden years to the fullest.

Contact Our Promise Care Homes at Falls Church

Overview of Durham Ridge Assisted Living

Spend your golden years amidst the safe and relaxing setting of Durham Ridge Assisted Living, a peaceful community in Durham, NC, offering memory care. As the largest memory care community in North Carolina, they guarantee nothing but excellence when it comes to the delivery of care. Accommodations here are bright, safe, and easy to navigate, helping residents move around without worrying about their safety and security.

Access to physical, speech, and occupational therapy services is available through their Elevation Rehab LLC program, ensuring residents maintain their overall functioning. They also boast a unique clinical model with the help of their trusted healthcare provider, giving residents access to primary care and mental health services. Here, residents can fully enjoy their golden years surrounded by comfort and relaxing spaces.

Contact Durham Ridge Assisted Living

Overview of Avendelle at Wyckford

Make every moment of your golden years memorable with Avendelle at Wyckford, an idyllic community in Raleigh, NC, that offers residential care. Residents here experience top-tier care and support for their unique needs, with a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are also available in a nurturing and welcoming environment to ensure residents’ comfort and safety.

With plenty of fun activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and meet new friends. Three delightful and healthy meals are also served daily to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and nurses are available to address residents’ healthcare needs. The community is great for those who need assistance to live their golden years without worries, especially with its dedicated services and purposely designed amenities.

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Overview of Home Place of New Bern

Offering compassionate care to the community of New Bern, NC, Home Place of New Bern is a classic senior living community that features a range of senior living options, including assisted living and memory care. The community offers a wide range of floor plans, including studios, companion suites, and one-bedroom apartments, complemented with an array of care services, including recreational and occupational therapy, various rehab therapies, and personal fitness training.

Recognized as Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care by U.S. News and World Report, Home Place of New Bern proves its capability in providing exceptional senior living experience supported with excellent care and services. Here, residents find comfort and convenience through amenities, such as family-style dining, spacious activity center, an array of social and recreational events, a full-service barber and beauty salon. At Home Place of New Bern, residents live life on their own terms with outstanding support and assistance by a compassionate team.

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Overview of Navion of Rocky Mount

Located in the peaceful community of Rocky Mount, NC, the Navion of Rocky Mount is a trusted senior living community offering assisted living services. Here, residents can select from a wide range of accommodations including one-bedroom and two-bedroom. With its trained and engaging team, this community renders an emergency response team and round-the-clock personalized care services.

Committed to delivering high-quality amenities and services, residents can avail of weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Satisfy your cravings with chef-prepared delectable meals and snacks daily. Participate in a full-packed schedule of life-enrichment activities and social events. Meet new companions and share meaningful memories within the beautiful spaces of this community. At the Navion of Rocky Mount, seniors can truly acquire an empowering retirement.

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Wilkesboro Assisted Living Center

206 Old Brickyard Road North Wilkesboro, Nc 28659, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
Overview of Wilkesboro Assisted Living Center

Wilkesboro Assisted Living Center is on Old Brickyard Road in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Four levels of care operate here: skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation. For families weighing a move, that breadth is the practical draw. A resident whose needs deepen does not automatically need a new address.

The community holds 102 beds. Right now 72 of them are filled, putting occupancy at 71%. Rooms come in private and semi-private configurations. It is a large shared setting, and size shows up in the common areas rather than in the bedrooms.

Therapy happens on-site in a dedicated rehab gym, which spares residents the trip out for post-surgical or post-hospital recovery work. Staffing runs 24 hours. Two named programs, nutritional care and wound and skin care, round out the picture. Both suggest a resident population with real medical complexity, not just custodial needs.

On-site residents can enjoy the services of a beauty and barbershop. There’s also a large activity room and a courtyard to sit in. Visiting is open 24 hours, though the entrance doors lock from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.

The surrounding area scores 61 on Walk Score: moderately walkable. A visiting daughter can handle a few errands on foot without moving her car.

State inspection themes here have clustered around fire-safety systems, emergency preparedness, and housekeeping and upkeep. Those are building and operations categories.

Wilkesboro Assisted Living Center is a mid-sized North Carolina community built around rehabilitation and skilled nursing, with enough room in the census to accept new residents and enough range in its care levels to keep them.

Contact Wilkesboro Assisted Living Center

Overview of Brookdale New Hope

Experience luxurious senior living at Brookdale New Hope, an inviting senior living community in Gastonia, North Carolina, that offers assisted living for seniors seeking a helping hand with daily tasks. Residents receive care from trained caregivers who assist with medication management, bathing, and grooming. Additionally, the community works closely with outside healthcare providers to ensure residents receive well-rounded care.

Proving its excellence in providing compassionate and high-quality care, the community has been recognized as Best in Assisted Living by U.S. News and World Report. Brookdale New Hope fosters an engaging lifestyle. Residents can enjoy delicious homemade meals, participate in daily activities planned by caring professionals, and unwind with housekeeping and transportation services taken care of. The community prioritizes safety with 24/7 monitoring, security systems, and keypad entries. Residents have the freedom to choose how they spend their days, whether it’s relaxing with a good book in the library, getting creative in the art studio, or enjoying the fresh air on the walking paths.

Contact Brookdale New Hope

Overview of Merrywood on Park

Merrywood on Park is one of the most distinguished independent living facilities. Here, seniors embrace a warm and stylish lifestyle. This remarkable community, which follows the highest assisted living guidelines, offers a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and respite care. It is nestled in a tranquil location that radiates serenity.

The apartments and living spaces exude modern elegance, creating a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere. Residents can stay connected to their loved ones through the latest technology, ensuring they remain engaged and connected to the outside world. With various programs and activities, Merrywood on Park ensures that residents can always engage in engaging experiences. And let’s not forget, it’s a pet-friendly environment, welcoming beloved furry companions into the fold. The bistro-style setting is a delightful place to savor these culinary delights. The community goes above and beyond, providing housekeeping services, a convenient on-site pharmacy, personalized nutrition planning, private therapy sessions, and more.

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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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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.