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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Buncombe County, NC
Memory care in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County is about $4,527 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 33 communities, read 524 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
Yancey House is an assisted living and memory care community located in Burnsville, NC. Burnsville is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina & rests in the shadow of Mount Mitchell which has the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. It is known as 'The Heart of the Blue...
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 offer spacious apartments, state of the art emergency call systems. We have a private dinning room where family and friends can have a private meal or party. We have a wonderful life enrichment program with arts, crafts, music, pet therapy, movies and shopping trips. We have a state of the art...
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My loved on is in skilled nursing here and it is wonderful, this is the second time he has lived here. We moved him out the first time only because it was during covid and he was having to quarantine. The...
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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Cost of memory care in Buncombe County, NC
The average cost of senior living in Buncombe County is $4,527 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesville, NC with an average of $4,455 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buncombe County, NC vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buncombe County, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buncombe County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Buncombe County, NC by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Buncombe County over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Buncombe County
Recent reviews for memory care in Buncombe County
Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC
3.1
We moved my grandmother into the memory care at Heritage Hills and they were very helpful throughout the whole process. Everyone was so nice and I really appreciated the professionalism they exhibited.
Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City
4.1
The staff at Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City have shown solid follow through on open issues and good medical supervision. I would recommend it to other families.
Ashlan Village in Lyman, SC
4.8
The activities are great, before COVID they have bible studies, church groups come in to sing, and other live entertainment. We really liked how friendly the staff was, everything is on one level so its very convenient. The food could use some improvements, the quality could be a little better.
Buncombe County review score based on 104 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 104 reviews of 29 Buncombe County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Buncombe County 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
Buncombe County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Buncombe County 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 104 reviews of 29 Buncombe County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buncombe County 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.Buncombe County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.6
3.9
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Buncombe County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buncombe County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buncombe County, 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 Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County 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
62.1%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.8%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.5%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County 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
65.5%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.2%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.5%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.8%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County 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
27.6%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
49.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
16.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.8%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
31%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.9%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.7%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.2%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.1%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.3%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.7%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
55.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Wellington Manor Assisted Living and Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buncombe County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 33 memory care facilities near Buncombe County, North Carolina. See the full list.
The 33 memory care facilities near you in Buncombe County, 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 Buncombe County, 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 Buncombe County, 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 Buncombe County, North Carolina ranges from $1500 to $9355. The average Memory Care cost in Buncombe County, North Carolina is $4,527. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Buncombe County, North Carolina typically starts at $1500. 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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