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Memory care in Barbecue 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 Barbecue is about $5,676 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 78 communities, read 1705 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My father has been doing great at this community. The meals are in good portions and the staff is very friendly and attentive. The rooms are set up so they have a room mate which my father loves. The only...
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.
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living is located in the center of Pinellas Fl. Here at Magnolia Gardens we offer assistant living and respite care. We have a simple mission statement at Magnolia Gardens: We provide the highest quality service in a caring environment. We are here around the clock 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.
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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.
Seven Lakes Assisted Living and Memory Care is a community located in West End, NC. We are a proud member of the Affinity Living Group. Here at Seven Lakes we provide 24 hour personal care aid for the needs of those who require assisted living and offer a memory care secured wing as well. Our all...
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We moved my father into Phoenix Assisted Care after having him in another facility that was awful. While Phoenix a little outdated, and it’s not very large or fancy, it is so clean and nicely decorated. The...
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 management team, a family business, has over 20 years in Long Term Care.  Our family values carry over to our staff and residents, providing a comfortable and encouraging environment.     Our interdisciplinary care team is made up of a nurse, activity...
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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.
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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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.
Greystone Manor is an 81 bed facility with both private and semi-private rooms located on nine acres. It is secluded yet a small town (Red Springs) is located less than a mile away. It is a beautiful brick building with spacious porches. The rooms are large with a bathroom in each. We have...
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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.
Photo of The Cypress of Raleigh
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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 Magnolia is an assisted living and memory care community located in Clinton, NC. Clinton is a beautiful city with a newly renovated downtown, tree-lined streets, and historic homes. It is known as a friendly and welcoming community where neighbors come together to support one another. The...
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Photo of Durham Ridge Assisted Living
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.
We are a 120 bed (96 assisted living and 24 special care unit) facility. We specialize in elderly psychiatric care and have multi-disciplinary team that includes a medical director, nursing, psychiatry, psychology, social work, physical and occupational therapy, speech and language services.
Photo of Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage of Raleigh
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage provides an intimate, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment....
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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.

Cost of memory care in Barbecue, NC

The average cost of senior living in Barbecue is $5,676 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hope Mills, NC with an average of $4,535 per month.

Memory care costs in Barbecue, NC, vs. nearby cities

Barbecue, NC
$5,750/mo
$5,831/mo

Memory care costs in Barbecue, NC, vs. state and national averages

Barbecue, NC
$5,750/mo
U.S. national average
$5,538/mo

Memory care costs in Barbecue, NC, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,750/mo

Memory care costs in Barbecue, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,507/mo
Studio
$6,866/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,159/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,119/mo

Senior living costs in Barbecue vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Barbecue, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarbecue, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,750/mo$5,307/mo$5,538/mo
Assisted Living$4,810/mo$4,436/mo$4,781/mo
Independent Living$3,853/mo$3,696/mo$4,187/mo
Memory Care
Barbecue, NC:$5,750/mo
North Carolina:$5,307/mo
U.S.:$5,538/mo
Assisted Living
Barbecue, NC:$4,810/mo
North Carolina:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,781/mo
Independent Living
Barbecue, NC:$3,853/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Memory care costs in Barbecue, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Barbecue and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Barbecue, NCNC stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Barbecue, NC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Barbecue have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Barbecue, NC$6,599/mo$6,163/mo+7.1%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Barbecue, NC
2024 average cost:$6,599/mo
2023 average cost:$6,163/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,693/mo
2023 average cost:$6,328/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Barbecue

Recent reviews for memory care in Barbecue

The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC

4.0
It's quite expensive, especially for memory care. (One parent in independent living and one in memory care). Quality of care in memory care is hit or miss as well - some great staff and some not very good. I think the independent living is really good - great food - the dining room is like a ...
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St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC in Southern Pines, NC

4.0
We cannot comment on the activities because our loved one did not participate in them. Of course more CNA and care givers is an area of improvement. Of course, I no that at this time it is difficult to hire staff, but at that price staffing should be adequate . We have had to hire additional ...
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Phoenix Assisted Care in Cary, NC

4.0
My mother is doing very well at the Phoenix Assisted Care. The place is clean and well maintained. When we first moved in, she was in a shared room but has now moved into a private room. The meals they provide are very good.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff in different communities, making families and residents feel at home. For example, at TerraBella Fuquay-Varina, staff members often greet residents and their families by name and go above and beyond to make everyone feel valued ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at different communities. For instance, at Sanford Senior Living and Manor, the activity director works hard to include residents in various activities and encourages their participation. Staff at Cadence at North Raleigh by Cogir ar ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews praise the well-lit, modern, and clean living spaces at various communities. For example, at Seasons at Southpoint, residents appreciate the bright and airy atmosphere, while at Cadence at North Raleigh by Cogir, the individual apartments are described as the nicest they have seen. T ...
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Excellent communication between staff and families. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is a top priority at many communities. For instance, at Chatham Ridge Assisted Living, families appreciate the responsiveness of staff when they have questions or concerns. At Spring Arbor of Raleigh, the staff keeps families infor ...
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Professional and caring medical care. Numerous reviews highlight the high-quality medical care provided by staff in different communities. For example, at Brookdale Meadowmont, the staff's expertise and compassion have been instrumental in providing excellent care for residents. At TerraBella Northridge, the staff is commended f ...
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Attentive and responsive housekeeping services. Housekeeping services are an important part of ensuring residents' comfort and well-being. At TerraBella Durham, staff cleaning and maintaining the facility is noted as a key strength, while at Harmony at Hope Mills, residents and families appreciate the attention to detail and responsivenes ...
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Barbecue review score based on 390 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 390 reviews of 63 Barbecue memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Barbecue 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

Barbecue review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Barbecue, NC63 facilities
8.1
Broadway, NC87 facilities
8.2
Spring Lake, NC6 facilities

Review subcategories for Barbecue 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 390 reviews of 63 Barbecue memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Barbecue 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.
Barbecue, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.8
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
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Barbecue memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barbecue memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barbecue, 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 Barbecue 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 Barbecue that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Barbecue, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.3%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Barbecue 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 Barbecue Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barbecue, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barbecue 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 Barbecue partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barbecue, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
58.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Barbecue 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 Barbecue communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.9%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barbecue 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 Barbecue offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barbecue, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.6%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
65.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Barbecue

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about North Carolina memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Barbecue protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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