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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Arapahoe, NC

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Memory care in Arapahoe offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Arapahoe is about $5,297 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 111 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.7
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78 reviews
9.7
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78 reviews
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Having to find a memory facility for my husband was very difficult. I visited many places. I am so grateful for having been referred to Truewood by A Place For Mom. I can say that Truewood has become not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Living at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern means being a part of an active, vibrant community. Enjoy delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of social activities and the freedom to explore your interests. There are countless opportunities to connect, grow and live up to your full potential.If...
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9.4
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11 reviews
9.4
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11 reviews
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73%
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It is a wonderful place, clean and orderly!! They keep the people involved with activities!! It is just a great place!!! It gives peace of mind to know Mama is being taken care of 24/7. All the workers are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Homeplace of New Bern, we make you feel welcome. When you walk through our doors you are part of our warm, inviting family. From a caring, dedicated support team to a broad range of services and amenities, we provide a place you will be proud to call home. Just minutes from historic downtown...
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33 Floor plans available
7.5
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15 reviews
7.5
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15 reviews
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Everyone was very friendly and helpful and really care about what they do. My mom from the first time we took her really liked it - we are always looking out for her best interest. I would recommend...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community, in the scenic coastal town of Morehead City, N.C., just a short drive from North Carolina’s famed beaches and Cape Lookout National Seashore, provides provide both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care.As an assisted living resident, you have the time and opportunity to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gardens of Pamlico offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when required, and freedom when desired. Residency...
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6.7
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My loved one was a resident at Croatan Village. They were very nice, I thought. The facility was clean. The staff was really nice and accommodating for our particular situation. My loved one said the food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Arapahoe, NC

The average cost of senior living in Arapahoe is $5,297 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pollocksville, NC with an average of $4,715 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Arapahoe, NC vs. nearby cities

Arapahoe, NC
$5,297/mo
$5,297/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Arapahoe, NC vs. the state and national average

Arapahoe, NC
$5,297/mo
U.S. national average
$5,444/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Arapahoe vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,297/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Arapahoe, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,527/mo
Studio
$6,427/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,335/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,890/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Arapahoe over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Arapahoe

Recent reviews for memory care in Arapahoe

Brookdale Morehead City

5.0
Everyone at this community is super nice, they really do take care of everyone. The food is great, its very tasteful and presented very nicely. What really stood out to us when we first visited was the overall friendliness of the staff

The Ridge at New Bern

5.0
They are taking really great care of me at Croatan Village. The staff is nice and pleasant to be around, and the food is good. I appreciate that they provide meals and snacks thought the day for us. The community is clean, and they have a lot of activities I like to participate in such as Bingo, ...
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Truewood by Merrill, New Bern

5.0
They seem to have a lot of activities for the residents and all the staff seem very nice and caring. Room sizes in the memory care unit are just fine. Not too small. I would recommend to others looking.

Arapahoe review score based on 40 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 5 Arapahoe memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Arapahoe review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Arapahoe review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Arapahoe, NC5 facilities
8.3
8.3
Oriental, NC8 facilities

Review subcategories for Arapahoe memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 40 reviews of 5 Arapahoe memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Arapahoe resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Arapahoe, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
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Arapahoe memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arapahoe memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arapahoe, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Arapahoe memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Arapahoe that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Arapahoe memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Arapahoe Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Arapahoe, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
80%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Arapahoe memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Arapahoe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Arapahoe, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
60%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Arapahoe memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Arapahoe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
80%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arapahoe memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Arapahoe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
80%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
80%
31.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 6 memory care facilities near Arapahoe, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Arapahoe, North Carolina is Truewood by Merrill, New Bern. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in Arapahoe, North Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Arapahoe, North Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Arapahoe, North Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Arapahoe, North Carolina ranges from $400 to $10595. The average Memory Care cost in Arapahoe, North Carolina is $5,297. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Arapahoe, North Carolina typically starts at $400. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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