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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. 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. 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.
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.
Aldersgate
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Charlotte (Windsor Park)
-No 40 ----3100%1 Bed / 2 Bed
Arbor Acres
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Winston-Salem
6Yes 20 78.3% --?--Studio / 1 Bed
Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Winston-Salem (West Highlands)
230No 62 94.6% --C----
Brookstone of Clemmons
SC
AL
MC
Clemmons
40No 11 -97.00/200A-1346%-
Caremoor Retirement Center
SC
AL
IL
RESC
Kannapolis
30No 3 -89.50/200B+15--
The Canterbury House
SC
AL
RC
Roxboro
60No 9 -59.00/200C+1872%-
Brookstone Retirement Center
SC
AL
MC
Lexington
115No 73 24.3% 102.00/200C+11--
Dunmore Senior Living of Siler City
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Siler City
86No 65 22.1% 90.00/200C13100%-
Graceful Living Assisted Living
SC
AL
Carrboro
120No 65 48.3% 96.50/200C23--
Hillcrest Convalescent Center
SC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Durham
86No 81 86.7% --?---
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Overview of Aldersgate

Situated along Shamrock Drive, Givens Aldersgate is a life plan community in Charlotte, NC, that offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. With a 230-acre campus, this 120-bed community provides a variety of accommodations, including private suites for those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Daily housekeeping, personal laundry, chef-prepared meals, and personal transportation are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Nursing assistance is also available 24/7, along with physician services, to ensure accessibility of care at all times.

Enrichment activities, gardening, and spiritual support promote holistic wellness and encourage residents to live actively. Physical & speech therapy, as well as medication management, are also provided for residents’ welfare. Its location is also relatively walkable, with a walkability score of 40, indicating that some services can be reached on foot. Currently, the community has 93.8% occupancy, with an average length of stay of 50 days.

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Overview of Arbor Acres

Situated in the heart of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Arbor Acres is a distinguished continuing care retirement community. This tranquil haven provides a spectrum of living options, spanning independent living, assisted care, memory care, and skilled nursing, designed to cater to diverse senior needs.

Within the rare and beautiful setting of Arbor Acres, residents find a place to reside and a canvas where purpose, creativity, and motivation flourish. Life at Arbor Acres shines brilliantly, fostering an environment where friendships blossom and the art of living is embraced. All are welcome to experience the exceptional lifestyle offered at Arbor Acres, where each resident is invited to savor the richness of their journey in this vibrant and thriving community.

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Overview of Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Willow Valley Center is Winston-Salem’s premier health and rehabilitation center. A comprehensive community that presents a resort-like lifestyle with world-class hospitality offered to each unique individual with personal needs. The health and rehabilitation center’s nursing approach is focused on comprehensive therapies that contribute to a speedy recovery. Willow Valley is known for its world-class hospitality balanced with small-town charm.

The elegant nursing home creates an atmosphere where residents thrive and are enriched with quality skilled nursing care. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitation specialty with long-term and short-term care services. Amenities include a library, a courtyard, a family visitation room, daily meals provided, and a hair salon.

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Overview of Brookstone of Clemmons

Brookstone of Clemmons is one of the trusted assisted living communities in Winston-Salem. Management strives to offer a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for seniors needing quality assistance by providing options that cater to each individual’s needs. The person-centered environment helps improve residents’ quality of life by providing tailored care to each individual.
Brookstone of Clemmons ensures that its residents maintain their independence. They offer amenities and services, including a library, recreational center, and an elegant dining room, with services such as housekeeping and linen, transportation, daily activities, and programs.

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Caremoor Retirement Center

4876 Caremoor Place Kannapolis, Nc 28081, Kannapolis, NC 28081
Overview of Caremoor Retirement Center

Caremoor Retirement Center offers assisted living, independent living, and residential care in Kannapolis, NC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in an apartment; Independent living provides private apartments without daily care.

The residential care offering includes the community’s Family Care Home program. With 30 beds, Caremoor is a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other, and the combination of independent apartments, a Family Care Home, and assisted living may suit someone comparing different levels of residential support within one community.

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Overview of The Canterbury House

Located on Leasburg Road in Roxboro, North Carolina, The Canterbury House serves older adults in Person County. The single-story community offers assisted living and respite care across 60 beds. It supports residents who need help with bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals. The care approach also encourages as much independence as each resident can comfortably maintain.

The community is in a car-dependent area where most errands require a vehicle. Nearby walkable options are limited, so families should plan for driving when visiting or handling needs. Since assisted living homes differ in services and amenities, an in-person visit is a helpful next step.

Touring is a good way for families to see what The Canterbury House offers beyond the basics. Families get an up-close look at the rooms, dining areas, and daily activities. This can also help them get a better sense of the care philosophy and daily setting.

Fire safety and physical plant maintenance issues have been the repeated focus of state inspections. These include fire alarm documentation, equipment maintenance, and ventilation system operation. Those shortcomings have been addressed earlier.

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Brookstone Retirement Center

2968 Old Salisbury Road Lexington, Nc 27295, Lexington, NC 27295
Overview of Brookstone Retirement Center

In Lexington, NC, Brookstone Retirement Center is licensed on two counts, assisted living and memory care. Assisted living provides support for a resident with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care means supervision and a secure setting for a resident living with dementia, and because both are licensed together, the care can change while the address doesn’t.

There are 115 beds, with staff present at every hour. Licensed nurses and a doctor on staff cover the clinical oversight, and rehabilitation services stand behind any therapy a resident needs. The Alzheimer’s Special Care Unit is the named program for residents with Alzheimer’s disease.

A salon, transportation service, and religious services are all part of what the community has. Quilting, craft classes, and group excursions are named among the activities. At a 73 Walk Score, the area is very walkable, and most errands are doable on foot.

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Dunmore Senior Living of Siler City

260 Village Lake Road Siler City, Nc 27344, Siler City, NC 27344
Overview of Dunmore Senior Living of Siler City

Dunmore Senior Living of Siler City provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Siler City, NC. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may change over time, since they can move between care levels without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 86 beds. With a Walk Score of 65, the area is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot.

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Graceful Living Assisted Living

624 Jones Ferry Road Carrboro, Nc 27510, Carrboro, NC 27510
Overview of Graceful Living Assisted Living

Graceful Living Assisted Living operates a 120-bed residential community in Carrboro, North Carolina. Private apartments allow residents to maintain independence while staff deliver tailored support for grooming, personal hygiene, and medication administration. Customized care plans adjust routines to meet changing personal needs.

Medical care remains easily accessible through an on-staff physician, in-house dental care, and specialized psychiatric and psychotherapy services. Daily programming spans creative arts, music therapy, group discussions, book clubs, and off-site excursions. Shared meals take place in a communal dining venue. Situated in a neighborhood with a 65 walk score, the location enables residents to complete some daily errands on foot while keeping driving options nearby.

Interested residents looking for personal care options in the area can contact Graceful Living Assisted Living to inquire about room availability or arrange a facility walkthrough.

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Overview of Hillcrest Convalescent Center

Set in Durham, North Carolina, Hillcrest Convalescent Center is a distinguished assisted living community offering various services, including Short-term Inpatient Rehabilitation, 24/7 Skilled Nursing, and Assisted Living. Hillcrest Durham is positioned just on the outskirts of the bustling downtown area, providing residents with easy access to local treasures. Rooted in seven decades of dedicated experience in senior care, it ensures that the level of care and contentment provided meets the highest standards. Their grounds exude tranquility, fostering an atmosphere of privacy and serenity.
Hillcrest Durham stands out by affording residents unparalleled privacy, personalized attention, and utmost convenience at the heart of Bull City, bolstered by round-the-clock skilled nursing care. Whether one requires a moderate level of assistance or a comprehensive care approach, Hillcrest Durham stands steadfast in delivering exceptional support. Within its spacious accommodations—featuring choices between private, semi-private, and even fully-appointed two-room suites—seniors find the ideal setting.

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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