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Memory care in Clarkton 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 Clarkton is about $4,582 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 32 communities, read 460 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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This community is beautiful with lots of different amenities. The care team has been truly a light to my loved one. They are always making sure her needs are being met and making her feel comfortable in her...
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.
Cedar Cove Assisted Living is located in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina. Situated in the heart of Wilmington, residents can enjoy the historic river district and the Riverwalk that makes its way around the Cape Fear River and three island beaches. Named 'The Next Big Thing' by...
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Cost of memory care in Clarkton, NC

The average cost of senior living in Clarkton is $4,582 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tar Heel, NC with an average of $3,998 per month.

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

Clarkton, NC
$4,582/mo

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

Clarkton, NC
$4,582/mo
U.S. national average
$5,523/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,582/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,708/mo
Studio
$5,502/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,688/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,806/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,523/mo

Senior living costs in Clarkton 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: Clarkton, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClarkton, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,582/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Assisted Living$3,388/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Independent Living$4,010/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Memory Care
Clarkton, NC:$4,582/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Assisted Living
Clarkton, NC:$3,388/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Independent Living
Clarkton, NC:$4,010/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Memory care costs in Clarkton, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Clarkton 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 Clarkton, NC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Clarkton 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
Clarkton, NC$6,072/mo$5,773/mo+5.2%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Clarkton, NC
2024 average cost:$6,072/mo
2023 average cost:$5,773/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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 Clarkton

Recent reviews for memory care in Clarkton

The Barclay at Little River

5.0
The facility itself is clean, inviting, and conducive to individual needs. The staff, in many ways, became like family because of their professional care and honest concern for my loved one. The food is excellent and I enjoyed many meals. The administrative staff is accommodating to individual ...
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TerraBella Fayetteville

5.0
staff are very friendly and caring to my loved one. I would highly recommend this facility to anyone who is looking for assisted living in the Fayetteville area

Cedar Cove Assisted Living in Wilmington, NC

3.9
all residents seem happy and engaged and caregivers are actively involved with the residents

Clarkton review score based on 149 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 149 reviews of 26 Clarkton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Clarkton 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

Clarkton review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Clarkton, NC26 facilities
7.9
Bladenboro, NC24 facilities
7.3
Elizabethtown, NC25 facilities

Review subcategories for Clarkton 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 149 reviews of 26 Clarkton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Clarkton 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.
Clarkton, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Clarkton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clarkton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clarkton, 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 Clarkton 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 Clarkton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clarkton, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.4%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Clarkton 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 Clarkton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clarkton, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clarkton 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 Clarkton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clarkton, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Clarkton 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 Clarkton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clarkton, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clarkton 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 Clarkton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clarkton, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Clarkton

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, Spring Arbor of Wilmington and Anderson Oaks Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Clarkton, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 32 memory care facilities near Clarkton, North Carolina. See the full list.
The 32 memory care facilities near you in Clarkton, 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 Clarkton, 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 Clarkton, 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 Clarkton, North Carolina ranges from $1800 to $8225. The average Memory Care cost in Clarkton, North Carolina is $4,582. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Clarkton, 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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