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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Buckhead, NC

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Memory care in Buckhead 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 Buckhead is about $4,693 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 26 communities, read 427 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Bluefield, Whiteville and Ash.

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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.
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Cost of memory care in Buckhead, NC

The average cost of senior living in Buckhead is $4,693 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chadbourn, NC with an average of $4,272 per month.

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

Buckhead, NC
$4,693/mo
$4,699/mo

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

Buckhead, NC
$4,693/mo
U.S. national average
$5,409/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,693/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,032/mo
Studio
$5,399/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,144/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,467/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,074/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Buckhead over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Buckhead

Recent reviews for memory care in Buckhead

Stonebridge at Woodbury Assisted Living and Memory Care in Hampstead, NC

4.8
The staff are very friendly and very adamant about their pandemic protocols. I would recommend the community to others. My friend one has not complained about the food. They have stopped activities due to the pandemic.

Porters Neck Village in Wilmington, NC

4.7
We are thrilled with how well we are being taken care of during these difficult times! We are fed door to door, brought groceries we have ordered and prescriptions door to door, given daily fun tasks and exercises on our closed circuit TV and shown daily happy faces by our attending associates. ...
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Portside at Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, SC

5.0
We chose Portside at Grande Dunes because it just felt the best and had the best vibe. The flow of the facility specifically for memory care is very well thought out and was not just added on later. They do offer both shared and private rooms. I would recommend them to others looking.

Buckhead review score based on 159 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 159 reviews of 26 Buckhead memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buckhead 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

Buckhead review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Buckhead, NC26 facilities
8.3
Bolton, NC26 facilities
8.1
East Arcadia, NC22 facilities

Review subcategories for Buckhead 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 159 reviews of 26 Buckhead memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buckhead 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
4.2
3.9
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Buckhead memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buckhead memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buckhead, 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 Buckhead 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 Buckhead 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
61.5%
65.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buckhead 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 Buckhead Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.5%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buckhead 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 Buckhead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
49.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Buckhead 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 Buckhead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
39.5%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buckhead 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 Buckhead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
33.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.2%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.4%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
51.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Indigo at Carolina Forest, Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle and Spring Arbor of Wilmington are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buckhead, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 26 memory care facilities near Buckhead, North Carolina. See the full list.

The 26 memory care facilities near you in Buckhead, 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 Buckhead, 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 Buckhead, 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 Buckhead, North Carolina ranges from $1800 to $8595. The average Memory Care cost in Buckhead, North Carolina is $4,693. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Buckhead, North Carolina typically starts at $1800. 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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