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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.
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| Brookdale South Charlotte |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Charlotte (Wessex Square) | 82 | Yes | 16 | 74.4% | A+ | 101.50/200 | 20 | 80% | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | |
| Calyx Living of Fuquay-Varina |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Fuquay-Varina (East Academy Street) | 84 | No | 24 | - | - | 103.50/200 | 6 | 83.3% | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| Woodland Terrace |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Cary (Woodland Terrace) | 84 | No | 55 | - | - | 95.75/200 | 19 | 84.2% | - | |
| The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Cary (Woodland Terrace) | 84 | Yes | 55 | 39.3% | - | 95.75/200 | 19 | 84.2% | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Brookdale Skeet Club |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | High Point (Deep River) | 79 | Yes | 30 | - | - | 99.50/200 | 18 | 77.8% | Private Rooms | |
| Brookdale Eden |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Eden (Central Area) | 82 | Yes | 37 | - | - | 91.00/200 | 19 | 84.2% | Studio / Suite | |
| Brookdale MacArthur Park |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Cary (Carolina House Of Cary) | 80 | Yes | 12 | - | - | 101.50/200 | 24 | 79.2% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Spring Arbor of Cary |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Cary (Kildaire Farm Road) | 80 | Yes | 35 | - | - | 95.50/200 | 10 | 50% | Studio / Cottage/ Alcove | |
| Sunrise on Providence |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Charlotte (Olde Providence North) | 95 | Yes | 15 | 70.5% | - | 90.00/200 | 23 | 82.6% | Studio / Companion Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Sunrise of Cary |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Cary (West Chatham Street) | 85 | Yes | 34 | 40.0% | A- | 103.50/200 | 18 | 66.7% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| TerraBella Newton |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Newton | 96 | No | 20 | - | - | 105.50/200 | 16 | 50% | - | |
| Brookdale Robinwood |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Gastonia | 89 | Yes | 4 | - | A+ | 91.50/200 | 17 | 76.5% | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | |
| Brookdale Reidsville |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Reidsville | 76 | Yes | 32 | 100.0% | - | 104.50/200 | 17 | 64.7% | Studio / Suite | |
| Brookdale Dickinson Avenue |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Greenville | 76 | Yes | 38 | 67.1% | A+ | 96.50/200 | 15 | 86.7% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Harmony at Greensboro |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Greensboro (British Woods) | 92 | No | 37 | 43.5% | A+ | 101.50/200 | 17 | 100% | - |
Residing in the serene community of West Jefferson, NC, the Forest Ridge is a trusted senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care services. A wide range of comfortable and spacious accommodations including private studios, shared suites, and studio deluxe are available. In terms of memory care, a program called Pathways to Discovery 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.
The community is dedicated to providing top-notch amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals and snacks daily, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Participate in diverse social activities and wellness programs. With Forest Ridge, seniors are guaranteed a worthwhile living experience.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55
Building Type: Single story building
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.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Waltonwood Cotswold is an exquisite assisted senior living community nestled in the charming city of Charlotte. The commitment to exceptional service and care is unparalleled, ensuring that each resident receives the utmost attention and support. With a range of services that include assisted living and memory care senior living, the community caters to the unique needs of every individual. The culinary team creates delectable meals that are both satisfying and memorable. From gourmet dishes to diverse dining options, every bite is a celebration of flavor and quality.
Located in the southeastern suburbs of Charlotte, Waltonwood Cotswold provides easy access to a wealth of conveniences. Residents can immerse themselves in the vibrant local community, with nearby restaurants, golf courses, healthcare centers, places of worship, and convenient expressway connections. The active community offers endless possibilities for exploration and engagement. With its captivating charm and inviting atmosphere, the community sets the stage for an enriching and fulfilling lifestyle. Experience the warmth and hospitality that permeate every aspect of the community, ensuring a truly exceptional assisted senior living and memory care senior living experience.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 394 - 456 / 471 - 719 / 973 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Kerner Ridge is the sister community of Mallard Ridge; therefore, residents expect to continue to create a lifestyle that suits the needs of its residents. The upscale community offers many opportunities for blossoming friendships between staff and residents. Cultivating personal growth and holistic wellness is what they are known for. As proud member of the Navion Senior Solutions, residents learn to live vibrant social lives during their golden years.
Kerner Ridge offers many activities and amenities that cater to the interests of every senior– it features a recreational room, transportation services, in-house maintenance service, seasonal menus served daily, social activities, and wellness programs, ensuring that residents stay entertained and engaged throughout the day.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Experience senior living to its fullest with Wellington Oaks located in Greensboro, NC, a distinguished senior living community, renowned for its exceptional care and medical services, particularly for residents with memory care needs. The community is thoughtfully designed to ensure the safety and well-being of its residents, with a dedicated team of professionals available around the clock.
Residents at Wellington Oaks enjoy personalized care plans that include medication management, daily living assistance, and specialized memory care programs, ensuring a holistic approach to health and wellness. The community fosters an engaging and active lifestyle through a rich array of activities and amenities, from group outings and social hours to arts and crafts and live entertainment. Here, seniors can thrive in a fulfilling life, surrounded by supportive care and a warm, welcoming environment.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Live life to the fullest with fewer worries and more fun at Brookdale Concord Parkway, a welcoming senior living community in Concord, NC, offering assisted living and memory care. The community offers pet-friendly apartments with convenient amenities, along with a 24-hour available care team, ensuring a comfortable and secure living environment. Meanwhile, memory care residents live secure environments with support from associates trained to care for seniors living with cognitive challenges.
Committed to giving residents the comforts of home but without the extra work, Brookdale Concord Parkway offers various assistance, including help with activities of daily living and household maintenance. To ensure residents get the nourishment they need, the community also provides delicious and nutritionally-balanced meals that residents can enjoy in an elegant dining room. Residents also enjoy access to various amenities including a well-stocked library, a fitness center, a cafe, a therapy room, a pharmacy, and beautiful common areas for socializing or relaxation.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 192 - 351 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Oak Hill is a one-of-a-kind senior living community located in Angier, NC, that provides assisted living services. Focusing solely on assisted living, the community ensures seniors receive the best residential setting and care. Seniors may choose between a companion and private apartments from the four main halls of the community. Providing care and assistance for over 25 years, the community offers a relatively high caregiver-resident ratio with one caregiver for every eight residents.
The community fosters a comfortable and secure environment, providing standard care and service 24/7. Residents enjoy healthy, well-balanced meals prepared by talented chefs three times every day. Lines of crepe myrtles embrace the community’s entrance and amenities such as an in-house beauty salon, meeting rooms, and aesthetic courtyards and covered porches.
Nestled within a peaceful residential area in Raleigh, North Carolina, Morningside of Raleigh is a charming Five-Star Senior Living community. Residents can take comfort in knowing that multiple hospitals are conveniently located within a short drive, with the closest one less than 5 miles away. Morningside of Raleigh offers a variety of apartment options to accommodate different preferences and needs. From spacious studios to shared suites, companion suites, and one-bedroom apartments, residents can choose the living arrangement that suits them best. The community is committed to providing not only quality care but also a comfortable and homelike environment for residents to thrive in.
This community is dedicated to providing personalized assisted living, memory care, respite care, and rehabilitation services. Their memory care program focuses on individualized care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Specially trained caregivers and on-site nurses are available round-the-clock to supervise and support the unique needs of residents in memory care as well as assisted living. The program aims to enhance seniors’ remaining skills and foster the development of new ones.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Located in Multnomah County, Walnut Cove, NC, Walnut Ridge is a blissful senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Overlooking the scenic views of Walnut Cove’s rolling hills and picturesque cliffs, the community provides a relaxing retirement environment with access to excellent care and compassionate team. Residents here are able to maintain their independence and autonomy while benefiting from personalized care services, including assistance with daily living activities and medication management.
At Walnut Ridge, residents are free from the tiring hassles of chores with housekeeping, laundry, and in-house maintenance services offered. With more free time on their hands, residents are available to enjoy the community’s varied daily social activities planned by a full-time social director, including wellness programs, fun games, and excursions. Three restaurant-style meals are served daily in the elegant dining room with seasonal menus curated by dietitians. Here, residents are able to live worry-free with an extensive array of services, amenities, and activities that fosters a comfortable and meaningful lifestyle.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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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.
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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.
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
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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 4 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.














