Page 24 of Best Senior Communities in North Carolina

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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. 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. 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.
Rose Tara Senior Living
SC
MC
RC
King
65
Facility 65
NC AVG 72
Rank #207 / 387
No
31
Facility 31
NC AVG 36
Rank #295 / 536
--
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #73 / 321
5
80%
Facility 80%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #33 / 333
-
Autumn Care of Statesville
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Statesville (Eastfield Estates)
103
Facility 103
NC AVG 72
Rank #74 / 387
No
34
Facility 34
NC AVG 36
Rank #272 / 536
94.6%
Facility 94.6%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #41 / 232
---4
75%
Facility 75%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #24 / 333
-
Peak Resources Charlotte
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Charlotte (Country Club Heights)
142
Facility 142
NC AVG 72
Rank #14 / 387
No
64
Facility 64
NC AVG 36
Rank #46 / 536
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #85 / 232
---6
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
-
The Cypress of Charlotte
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Charlotte (Beverly Woods)
65
Facility 65
NC AVG 72
Rank #207 / 387
No
15
Facility 15
NC AVG 36
Rank #414 / 536
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #75 / 232
---4
75%
Facility 75%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #24 / 333
1 Bed / 2 Bed
White Oak Manor Charlotte
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Charlotte (Cotswold)
180
Facility 180
NC AVG 72
Rank #4 / 387
No
24
Facility 24
NC AVG 36
Rank #349 / 536
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #109 / 232
A+--5
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
-
Willow Ridge
SC
MC
RC
Charlotte (Shannon Park)
52
Facility 52
NC AVG 72
Rank #289 / 387
No
39
Facility 39
NC AVG 36
Rank #232 / 536
--
98.50/200
Facility 98.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #168 / 321
15
93%
Facility 93%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #117 / 333
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Carmel Hills
SC
AL
HOS
IL
Charlotte (Montibello)
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 72
Rank #316 / 387
No
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 36
Rank #484 / 536
--
104.50/200
Facility 104.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #20 / 321
7
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Seasons at Southpoint
SC
MC
RC
Durham
51
Facility 51
NC AVG 72
Rank #291 / 387
Yes
34
Facility 34
NC AVG 36
Rank #272 / 536
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #163 / 232
A+-
0.00/200
Facility 0.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #305 / 321
13
92%
Facility 92%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #97 / 333
Studio
Waterbrooke of Elizabeth City
SC
AL
HOS
MC
Elizabeth City
130
Facility 130
NC AVG 72
Rank #23 / 387
No
49
Facility 49
NC AVG 36
Rank #162 / 536
--
93.25/200
Facility 93.25/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #241 / 321
12
92%
Facility 92%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #97 / 333
-
The Landings of Lake Gaston
SC
AL
MC
RC
Littleton
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 72
Rank #230 / 387
No
42
Facility 42
NC AVG 36
Rank #211 / 536
--
101.50/200
Facility 101.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #103 / 321
1
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
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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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Rose Tara Senior Living

125 Plantation Drive King, Nc 27021, King, NC 27021
Overview of Rose Tara Senior Living

Rose Tara Senior Living sits at 125 Plantation Drive in King, North Carolina, in the northwestern part of the state. It is a memory care community that also takes respite stays. The neighborhood scores 31 for walkability, which the rating describes as somewhat walkable. A handful of services sit within walking distance. Most trips will need a car or a scheduled ride.

The building holds 65 beds. That is a middle size for North Carolina adult care homes, large enough to support shared spaces and a full staffing pattern, small enough that residents are not moving through an institution.

Care centers on residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory-related conditions. The community runs secured living inside a secured perimeter, with licensed nurses and CNAs on the floor and staffing coverage that runs around the clock. Respite care gives families a short-term option when a caregiver is sick, traveling, or recovering from something of their own.

Housekeeping and maintenance are managed by the community. Transportation services cover appointments and outings, which carries some weight given the walkability figure. Dining is served restaurant-style. There is a library, an entertainment room, and an outdoor common area for residents who want time outside the building.

Medicaid is accepted here. For families whose planning rests on that pathway rather than private funds, the coverage question is settled before the tour ever happens.

North Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation conducts unannounced surveys of adult care homes. State inspection themes at this community include medication management and infection prevention and control.

What the record shows is a mid-sized secured memory care community with 24-hour licensed coverage, a Medicaid pathway, and a location that will make transportation part of the arrangement.

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Overview of Autumn Care of Statesville

Recognized as the leading center for short-term rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing care, and respite care in Statesville, North Carolina, Autumn Care of Statesville boasts a long-standing legacy of providing care with compassion and empathy to seniors. With a history of care, this community is committed to every senior’s well-being.

Autumn Care of Statesville is renowned for its specialized programs and personalized care plans to achieve the best possible outcomes for each resident. This community prioritizes individualized senior care to enhance residents’ physical and emotional well-being. Whether it’s short-term services or long-term care, their team is dedicated to addressing the unique needs of every senior. Experience the dedication and personalized care that has been the hallmark of Autumn Care of Statesville for years, where your well-being is their top priority.

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Overview of Peak Resources Charlotte

Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, Peak Resources Charlotte is an assisted living and nursing home community offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. 
With 142 beds, it is a sizable facility dedicated to providing quality care to its residents. The community proudly participates in Medicare and Medicaid, ensuring that residents have access to comprehensive healthcare services.

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Overview of The Cypress of Charlotte

Live a wondrous retirement with The Cypress of Charlotte, an astounding community set in the tranquil residential area of Cypress Club Drive, Charlotte, NC, that offers independent living. The community features luxurious and specially designed cottages and villas, providing residents with a wide range of choices for accommodation. Here, residents make the most out of their golden years with the community’s vibrant and inviting environment.

With a full calendar of enriching activities and extensive amenities, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals through the community’s dining venues available all day. The community is equipped with a fireside bistro, a large community hall, a fitness center, an art studio, a library, and serene outdoor verandas, making it an enticing option for those looking to live independently in their golden years.

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Overview of White Oak Manor Charlotte

White Oak of Charlotte is a renowned skilled nursing center located in Charlotte, North Carolina. With 180 beds, the center offers comprehensive long-term nursing care and short-term rehabilitation services. Its prime location allows easy access to two major hospital systems in the area, ensuring convenient medical support. The dedicated team at White Oak of Charlotte comprises Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants who provide round-the-clock care to residents. 

They work collaboratively with physicians to develop personalized care plans, considering the unique needs of each individual. With a focus on resident well-being, White Oak of Charlotte aims to create an environment that fosters comfort and enriches daily experiences. In addition to skilled nursing services, the center also offers independent living apartments at Sharon Village, providing seniors with flexible living options tailored to their preferences and needs.

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Overview of Willow Ridge

Conditions that impact memory like Alzheimer’s and dementia are challenging to tackle at home, and although we want our loved ones close, this may not be the best way to care for them. Safe, secure, and calming environments like Willow Ridge Memory Care, offer memory care with skilled nursing systematically developed to provide the much needed assistance that those facing these conditions, need and deserve. Individualized programs are determined for each resident based on best fit practices, with some activities including validation therapy, reminiscence and personal history, and behavior management.

Living amenities are top-notch, allowing your loved one to live fully and comfortably with housekeeping services, tasty meals, access to a vast library, outdoor patio with a serene and scenic view, socialization hours, movie nights, fitness and artistic classes, and celebrations on special occasions. Everything and more, for your near and dear at this memory care community.

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Overview of Carmel Hills

Live your golden years in a relaxing retirement environment with Carmel Hills, a non-profit, Christian community in Charlotte, NC for residents needing independent living and assisted living. With its intimate and welcoming setting, residents enjoy closer relationships with the care team and fellow residents. Those needing extra care and support can feel at ease with a highly trained team of care professionals available round-the-clock to help them with their personal care, daily living activities, medication management, and more.

By handling the housekeeping and laundry for residents, Carmel Hills gives residents more free time to enjoy their passions and focus on their well-being. The community also organizes an array of activities to bring residents closer together and make sure they have plenty of opportunities to stay active and motivated. Well-balanced meals and replenishing snacks are also available to ensure residents never skip meal times and maintain proper nutrition. With Carmel Hills, residents can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle without worrying about mundane chores or their finances.

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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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Waterbrooke of Elizabeth City

143 Rosedale Drive Elizabeth City, Nc 27909, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Overview of Waterbrooke of Elizabeth City

Waterbrooke of Elizabeth City sits at 143 Rosedale Drive, right next door to Sentara Albemarle Hospital. That location matters more than most addresses do. The community holds a license for assisted living, memory care, and hospice care, which means a resident whose condition shifts does not automatically have to move somewhere new.

Licensed capacity here is 130 beds. That puts Waterbrooke toward the larger end of adult care homes in this part of North Carolina. The neighborhood scores a 49 on Walk Score, which reads as somewhat walkable. Some errands are possible on foot, but the community runs its own transportation for most trips.

In-house physician, psychiatric, and laboratory services are contracted through Albemarle Hospital, so a fair amount of routine clinical work happens without anyone leaving the building. A doctor is on staff, and staffing runs around the clock. Medication management and appointment scheduling are handled by the community. Rehabilitation services, respite care, and home care support round out what is offered.

Residents eat in a restaurant-style dining room. Housekeeping and laundry are provided, transportation is scheduled, and a wellness program organizes the activity calendar. The community collected Best of the Albemarle recognition in 2021 and 2022, plus a Daily Advance Readers’ Choice award in 2020.

State inspection themes at this community have centered on fire-safety systems, staffing and staff credentials, and environmental and hazardous-materials safety. What Waterbrooke offers is scale, a continuum that runs from assisted living through hospice, and clinical access built around a hospital sitting directly next door.

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The Landings of Lake Gaston

206 North Mosby Ave Littleton, Nc 27850, Littleton, NC 27850
Overview of The Landings of Lake Gaston

Sixty beds, one building, downtown Littleton. The Landings of Lake Gaston sits at 206 North Mosby Avenue in this small North Carolina town, offering assisted living alongside memory care. Walkability here is limited. A Walk Score of 42 puts a handful of errands within reach on foot, but a car handles most of what a resident or a visiting family member would need to do.

The care model covers three things: assisted living, memory care, and respite stays for families bridging a gap. Nursing services operate on site. Staffing holds around the clock, and a Secured Living program serves residents who need a protected setting rather than an open floor plan.

Housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation cover the practical side of daily life here. Dining is restaurant-style rather than tray service. A library, an entertainment room, and an outdoor common area give residents places to go beyond their own rooms during the day.

Oversight comes from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation. State inspections of this community have focused on medication management rather than broader areas of hands-on resident care.

Medicaid is accepted here, which shapes who can realistically plan a long stay. Put together, the small bed count, the secured memory care track, and the constant staffing describe a community built for older adults who need substantial daily support and whose families want them nearby in the Lake Gaston area.

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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.