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Memory care in Draco 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 Draco is about $4,836 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 37 communities, read 412 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Piedmont Village-Statesville
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 Mill Creek Manor
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 Stanley Total Living Ctr
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.
Photo of Dunmore Plantation
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
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Draco, NC

The average cost of senior living in Draco is $4,836 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cedar Rock, NC with an average of $4,546 per month.

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

Draco, NC
$4,836/mo
$5,029/mo

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

Draco, NC
$4,836/mo
U.S. national average
$5,535/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,836/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,255/mo
Studio
$5,985/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,832/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,108/mo

Senior living costs in Draco 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: Draco, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDraco, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,836/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Assisted Living$3,769/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Independent Living$3,705/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Memory Care
Draco, NC:$4,836/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
Assisted Living
Draco, NC:$3,769/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Independent Living
Draco, NC:$3,705/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Memory care costs in Draco, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Draco 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
Draco, NC$6,584/mo$5,798/mo+13.6%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Draco, NC
2024 average cost:$6,584/mo
2023 average cost:$5,798/mo
Percent change:+13.6%
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 Draco

Recent reviews for memory care in Draco

Rose Glen Manor in North Wilkesboro, NC

5.0
As the family member of the patient attacked, referencing the December 2016 review after an assault. ... My father was knocked out, sent via ambulance to the ER. He was hit so hard you could seen the imprint of his glasses on his face for weeks, along with the knot on his forehead...then she ...
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TerraBella Shelby

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at TerraBella Shelby and overall I would say that things are good. The move in process was pretty smooth. The staff are super nice and welcoming. Communication with the family could be better, but it is okay. The value for cost is not so great as families are ...
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Heritage of Cedar Rock in Mocksville, NC

4.8
All of the staff are great and take as much time as you need to talk any concerns we have and my mother in law is very happy there and she has made friends. I would highly recommend Heritage of Cedar Rock, it has been a great experience.

Draco review score based on 132 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 132 reviews of 31 Draco memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Draco 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

Draco review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Draco, NC31 facilities
9.0
Cedar Rock, NC7 facilities
8.5
Lenoir, NC35 facilities

Review subcategories for Draco 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 132 reviews of 31 Draco memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Draco 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.
Draco, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Draco memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Draco memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Draco, 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 Draco 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 Draco that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Draco, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.8%
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
74.2%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.3%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Draco 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 Draco Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Draco, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Draco 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 Draco partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Draco, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.4%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
41.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.8%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Draco 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 Draco communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Draco, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.2%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
32.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Draco 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 Draco offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Draco, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.6%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Draco

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 Draco 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, Forest Ridge and Arbor Ridge at Huntersville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Draco, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 37 memory care facilities near Draco, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Draco, North Carolina is Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 37 memory care facilities near you in Draco, 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 Draco, 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 Draco, 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 Draco, North Carolina ranges from $950 to $11090. The average Memory Care cost in Draco, North Carolina is $4,836. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Draco, North Carolina typically starts at $950. 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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