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Memory care in Highlands 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 Highlands is about $5,120 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 44 communities, read 1021 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.
Feel the electricity at North Pointe, where exciting amenities, world-class services and myriad recreational and social opportunities keep our residents energized and buzzing. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Anderson, South Carolina, feels like one big family that shares meals...
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Mom is happy. She is still on the lowest level of care. She likes to help take care of others!! Although Mom is not on the memory care side of the facility, it definitely rated above others. We also like...
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.
Live the good life at Summit Place, where desired amenities and world-class services excite our residents and provide a rewarding, enriching lifestyle. Our caring and professional staff provides a helping hand for residents who may appreciate assistance with activities of daily living. You can be...
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The staff was very professional but also personal. It felt like they all really cared about my sister. This includes the nurses, physical therapists and even the cleaning crew. My sister did not take part in...
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.
Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square | Clemson is an assisted living and memory care community. Our senior living community serves seniors in Clemson, South Carolina and is located in the Patrick Square’s Town Center. Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square is conveniently located within an...
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What we like the most about the community is the staff and yes we would recommend Belvedere Commons of Seneca to others based on the experience so far.
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.
At Belvedere Commons of Seneca, you can live the life you want to. Enjoy the convenience of restaurant-style dining, a wealth of life enrichment activities and the freedom to explore your interests. Beautiful Lake Keowee, the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, beaches and great weather set...
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I was extremely impressed with the Oaks at Chanticleer. Would definitely give them a 5. The staff are amazing, great activities, things run smoothly, very good food.
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.
At Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, we specialize in compassionate care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other memory-related challenges. Our community is designed to feel like a familiar neighborhood—not a traditional care setting—with inviting hallways that feature...
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My sister loves it there. The staff are caring, nurses are very good at giving her medicine on time. She loves the food. She likes when they take them out to stores and places.
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.
Marchbanks Assisted Living & Memory Care is Anderson, South Carolina’s premier assisted living and memory care community. We are conveniently located near the AnMed Health Campus, hospital, and physician office, as well as shopping, restaurants, churches and schools. Recently, we underwent a...
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Very happy with the staff and facility. They do the laundry and keep the rooms picked up for the residents. Hair salon on site. Variety of activities. Love their activity director. Manage medications well....
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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They were a huge help and moved fast to help us in a time of need. Our relative loves it there and is making friends. Room is nice and beautiful residents. Great food and service. We are grateful for their...
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.
Tucked away in the heart of historic Greenville, Kauhale Pettigru assisted living and memory care community often feels more like a family reunion than a traditional senior living experience. This is the place where you can enjoy everything you need for a wonderful retirement. From a custom care...
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Administration is extremely kind and know all the patients and all staff take turns spending time with the patients. They go above and beyond to get my mom to shower, clean her hair and do her nails.
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.
Oakview Park Senior LivingFind your place with us!Oakview Park is Powdersville's newest senior living community, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care.It is our goal to enhance the quality of life of our resident members by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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My mother was admitted to memory care at Spring Park recently and we have been thrilled with her care. We are able to visit with no restrictions and her hospice team is also allowed to see her in addition to...
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.
Spring Park is an Atlas Senior Living Community with a separate secure memory care wing.Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally stimulating. We encourage our residents to celebrate the joys of life...
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Photo of Brookdale Asheville Walden Ridge
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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That is was full memory care specializing in activities that help maintain some life for the residents. I would recommend to others
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.
Every senior deserves an exceptional retirement experience no matter where they are on life’s journey. Here at our memory care community in Asheville, North Carolina, your loved one can enjoy a rich and fulfilling life surrounded by a compassionate care team that works day and night to make sure...
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All of the living units are in one story, detached homes. There are no high-rise apartments. The feeling is that of a little village rather than a big facility. The activities are impressive, despite having...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
About the facilityHeritage Hills Senior LivingFind peaceful retirement options in Heritage Hills’ tucked-away community surrounded by dense tree lines. This neighborhood community offers independent living and memory care in Hendersonville, North Carolina, and rows of single-family homes...
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There simply are no words that are adequate to give Carolina Reserve at Hendersonville enough credit for all they have done for our mother in her last years. The staff has been so patient, kind and lovely to...
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.
Why opt for nursing home care when your needs can be met at our beautiful assisted living community in Western North Carolina? At Carolina Reserve, we accept a higher level of care than most realize – and our residents age in place without the need to move to a skilled nursing facility in the...
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Staff is very kind however weekends tends to be understaffed. Any concerns I've had are addressed easily. Rooms are nice and food is plentiful. Staff seems to know residents and treat them with respect.
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.
Just 30 minutes from Asheville, in the footprint of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Terrabella Hendersonville offers residents a warm, relaxing living environment near beautiful views, historic sites, shopping, dining and medical services. Senior residents enjoy our assisted living...
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They don't pay their employees enough to keep them and have constant turnover. That doesn't lead to personal relationships with patients or their families. The off shift needs more supervision. Several...
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.
Located in Downtown Greenville, SC, Waterstone on Augusta is a premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community that brings a new, enriching lifestyle to seniors in our growing neighborhood. From the time you walk through the doors, this is obviously no understatement. We strive to enhance the...
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My loved one is a resident at this facility and it has been great!
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.
Laurel Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care is where you can maintain an energetic lifestyle and have the right touch of care with the activities of daily living. With designated care partners throughout the community and a balanced variety of activities, outings, exercise, and entertainment...
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The staff has been great! They answer all our questions and seem to genuinely care about the people in their care. It is extremely clean and very welcoming. I have to add that the folks we worked with...
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.
Terrabella Summit is located in the downtown area of Greenville, SC. It is the oldest, most established Assisted Living in Greenville. Along with the 25 bed assisted living, Terrabella Summit also has a 30 bed secured memory care unit for those residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. ...
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Our loved one is settling in and acclimating to her recent move to the Franklin House. We love the location and its close proximity to our home. Franklin House is a beautiful place. It is very homey and...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Franklin House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Franklin House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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Kingsbridge provides excellent care for my dad. The food is pretty good and the activities help keep him engaged. The staff is very personable and friendly. Beautiful courtyard !
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.
Kingsbridge House is a memory care community located in Brevard, NC. Cradled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Brevard is a cozy town filled with tremendous cultural & natural opportunities. The caring staff at Kingsbridge House receive specialized training to care for their residents. This care...
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I agree with all of the positive reviews but add that the facility is very well maintained I could not find the slightest issue As for the meals, most weekday meals are sometimes disgusting and barely...
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.
Hayesville House is a memory care community located in Hayesville, NC. Hayesville is a small town located in the western tip of North Carolina. It provides a warm and homey community for all who live there. The Hayesville House uniquely provides care through all the stages of Dementia. Because...
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This is a nice smaller community that works with memory care only, my brother has a nice private room with a shared bathroom and they were willing to work with my brother who has a catheter which a lot of...
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.
Haywood House provides a secure, supportive environment for individuals with Alzheimer's and memory-related dementias. All our staff members undergo and successfully complete specialized training in the care and service of those with Alzheimer's and related dementias. 'Our Memory Care...
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The facility at Dominion of Anderson is new and well maintained. Staff is very visible and engaged. Care staff is respectful, courteous and helpful. Well organized and friendly.
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.
Dominion Senior Living of AndersonAssisted Living and Memory Care Community"Honoring God Through Service to Seniors"Voted Best Of Your Hometown in 2019 and 2020!OUR CULTURE: We believe we are called to minister to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our residents. PERSON-CENTERED...
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We chose this community because they had a special place for people who have dementia. The people at the front were very friendly and helpful. They had something going on all the time at this community. The...
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. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Reader’s Choice Best of Anderson 2020. Call or drop by to see what make Garden House of...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Highlands, NC

The average cost of senior living in Highlands is $5,120 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fontana Dam, NC with an average of $4,473 per month.

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

Highlands, NC
$5,120/mo
$4,728/mo

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

Highlands, NC
$5,120/mo
U.S. national average
$5,523/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,120/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,518/mo
Studio
$5,510/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,118/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,209/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,588/mo

Senior living costs in Highlands 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: Highlands, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHighlands, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,120/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Assisted Living$3,401/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Independent Living$3,373/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Memory Care
Highlands, NC:$5,120/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Assisted Living
Highlands, NC:$3,401/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Independent Living
Highlands, NC:$3,373/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Memory care costs in Highlands, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Highlands 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
Highlands, NC$6,647/mo$8,082/mo-17.8%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Highlands, NC
2024 average cost:$6,647/mo
2023 average cost:$8,082/mo
Percent change:-17.8%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Highlands

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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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North Pointe in Anderson, SC

5.0
My mother was previously a resident at North Pointe and she had a great experience at this facility. The staff was caring. North Pointe took good care of her. They did have a bed bug issue that they were treating, I guess that's to be expected? My mother was treated with love and was respected. ...
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Kauhale Pettigru in Greenville, SC

4.9
We placed my in-laws at the Parker. One in memory care and one in assisted living. We have been very pleased with how they are doing. The staff at the Parker has been amazing! Friendly and caring exactly what we were hoping for.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and dedicated staff. Numerous reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, the staff went above and beyond to ensure a loved one was well taken care of, and at Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square, they were supportive d ...
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Welcoming and clean facilities. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and pleasant atmosphere of the communities. At TerraBella Hendersonville, the community is described as beautiful with friendly people. While at Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, the common areas and outdoor spaces are highlighted as being bright a ...
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Customized care plans and accommodations. Many residents express appreciation for the individualized care they receive at their community. For example, at Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, the staff worked to understand a loved one's needs and make sure they were met, and at Oakview Park, the care was tailored to a resident's speci ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents find joy in the various activities offered at their communities, helping them stay engaged and active. At Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, staff members organize trivia nights, swimming sessions, and fishing days at nearby parks. The wide range of offerings keeps residents connecte ...
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Clear and consistent communication with families. Reviews note the importance of open and ongoing communication between families and the community staff. At , for instance, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. This transparency helps families feel reassured that t ...
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Supportive and understanding management. Families often highlight the positive experiences they've had with the community management. At Summit Place, for example, the staff were described as great and helpful, while at Brookdale Asheville Walden Ridge, they were praised for their kindness and attentiveness. The supportive and unde ...
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Highlands review score based on 248 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 248 reviews of 39 Highlands memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Highlands 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

Highlands review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Highlands, NC39 facilities
8.9
Franklin, NC24 facilities
8.8
Forest Hills, NC30 facilities

Review subcategories for Highlands 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 248 reviews of 39 Highlands memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Highlands 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.
Highlands, 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
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Highlands memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highlands memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highlands, 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 Highlands 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 Highlands that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Highlands, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.1%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.4%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Highlands 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 Highlands Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Highlands, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.5%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Highlands 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 Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highlands, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
41%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.8%
20.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Highlands 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 Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highlands, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
28.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
22.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Highlands 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 Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highlands, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.4%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
51.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.3%
45.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Highlands

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

Frequently Asked Questions

North Pointe, Summit Place and Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square are the top-rated memory care facilities near Highlands, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 44 memory care facilities near Highlands, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Highlands, North Carolina are North Pointe, Summit Place and Belvedere Commons of Seneca. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 44 memory care facilities near you in Highlands, 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 Highlands, 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 Highlands, 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 Highlands, North Carolina ranges from $1600 to $12890. The average Memory Care cost in Highlands, North Carolina is $5,120. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Highlands, North Carolina typically starts at $1600. 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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