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Memory care in Big Lick 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 Big Lick is about $5,278 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 94 communities, read 2053 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The facility is hard to get a hold of when you are calling in. My MIL is happy there. They just hired a bunch of new staff so they are still learning and it's a little harder to get questions answered if...
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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, 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.
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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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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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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: Memory Care
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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.
Wellington House is a memory care community located in Gastonia, NC. Gastonia is located just west of Charlotte in the Piedmont section of North Carolina and is a terrific place to live, work and visit. Wellington House offers a loving environment that caters to their residents The staff are...
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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.
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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
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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 Almost Home Group is the future of Dementia Care. The staff to resident ratio is 1:3, far surpassing the state regulations for traditional Memory Care or Locked Alzheimer's Units within Large Facilities.Our small NC Licensed Family Care Home model has a maximum of six (6) residents per home,...

Cost of memory care in Big Lick, NC

The average cost of senior living in Big Lick is $5,278 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Concord, NC with an average of $5,061 per month.

Memory care costs in Big Lick, NC, vs. nearby cities

Big Lick, NC
$5,278/mo
$5,095/mo
$5,322/mo

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

Big Lick, NC
$5,278/mo
U.S. national average
$5,537/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,278/mo

Memory care costs in Big Lick, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,003/mo
Studio
$5,768/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,763/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,899/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,150/mo

Senior living costs in Big Lick 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: Big Lick, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Lick, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,278/mo$5,287/mo$5,537/mo
Assisted Living$4,446/mo$4,436/mo$4,780/mo
Independent Living$2,726/mo$3,696/mo$4,187/mo
Memory Care
Big Lick, NC:$5,278/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Assisted Living
Big Lick, NC:$4,446/mo
North Carolina:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Independent Living
Big Lick, NC:$2,726/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Memory care costs in Big Lick, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Lick 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Big Lick, NC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Big Lick 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.
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Big Lick, NC$6,785/mo$6,272/mo+8.2%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Big Lick, NC
2024 average cost:$6,785/mo
2023 average cost:$6,272/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
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 Big Lick

Recent reviews for memory care in Big Lick

Chandler Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Rock Hill, SC

4.3
Chandler Place takes the residents out once a week to eat at a restaurant of their choosing, they will take them on scenic drives. They may take them to a Dollar Tree. They also have entertainment groups come in a sing different types of music, as well as play the piano. They provide a variety ...
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Cadence at Mint Hill by Cogir

4.8
With our loved one being on the memory care side our loved one is not in the mental state where he is going to be participating in a lot of activities - this community does not really have extra curricular activities that some of the larger places have. However on the independent living and ...
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Brighton Gardens of Charlotte

4.0
I would recommend Brighton Gardens of Charlotte to others. I myself have not tried the food, but my loved one feels that it needs improvement. But his opinion may be because they are not offering items that he likes. The Director, [name removed], does really care and is great about keeping the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and caring staff. Many reviews emphasize the kindness and dedication of the staff at various communities, such as The Laurels and The Haven in Highland Creek and Preston House, going above and beyond to ensure the well-being of their loved ones. They provide emotional support and genuinely care about the resi ...
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Engaging activities for memory care residents. Residents in memory care units at communities like Concord Place and Legacy Heights Senior Living Community enjoy a wide range of stimulating activities designed to foster socialization and cognitive engagement. These activities include games, music, art projects, and outings to local attracti ...
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Properly maintained facilities. Reviews for communities including The Haven and The Laurels in the Village at Carolina Place and Brookdale Monroe Square Memory Care praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both the interior spaces and outdoor areas. Residents appreciate the attention to detail that ensures a comfortable and in ...
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Comfortable common areas. Several reviews mention the importance of comfortable common areas for socializing and relaxation, as found at Montgomery Senior Living and English Meadows Indian Land Campus. These spaces offer residents opportunities to connect with one another and build lasting friendships.
Clear and consistent communication between staff and families. Reviews for communities such as Brookdale Carriage Club Providence and Cadence at Huntersville by Cogir highlight the importance of open communication between staff and families, with regular updates on residents' well-being and involvement in care decisions.
Personalized care plans. Individualized care plans, tailored to each resident's unique needs, are emphasized in reviews for communities like Brighton Gardens of Charlotte and Charter Senior Living of Charlotte. These plans ensure that residents receive the optimal level of care and attention to support their overall ...
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Big Lick review score based on 558 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 558 reviews of 87 Big Lick memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Big Lick 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

Big Lick review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Big Lick, NC87 facilities
8.8
Oakboro, NC9 facilities
8.5
Red Cross, NC96 facilities

Review subcategories for Big Lick 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 558 reviews of 87 Big Lick memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Big Lick 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.
Big Lick, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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Big Lick memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Lick memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Lick, 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 Big Lick 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 Big Lick 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
64.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.1%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.4%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Big Lick 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 Big Lick Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Lick, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.1%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.3%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.9%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Lick 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 Big Lick partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Lick, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.6%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Lick 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 Big Lick communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Lick, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
47.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Lick 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 Big Lick offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Lick, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
48.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.6%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Big Lick

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 Big Lick protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Morningside of Concord and Morningside of Gastonia are the top-rated memory care facilities near Big Lick, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 94 memory care facilities near Big Lick, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Big Lick, North Carolina are Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Morningside of Concord and Sunrise of Providence. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 94 memory care facilities near you in Big Lick, 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 Big Lick, 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 Big Lick, 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 Big Lick, North Carolina ranges from $1040 to $11090. The average Memory Care cost in Big Lick, North Carolina is $5,278. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Big Lick, North Carolina typically starts at $1040. 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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