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Memory care in Lake Toxaway 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 Lake Toxaway is about $5,126 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 61 communities, read 1851 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
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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My Mother has been a resident of Shepherds Care for many years, starting in the general population and now in the Memory Care Unit. Given the lengthy duration of her residency, I have had numerous...
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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.
When little things you or your loved one normally took for granted start to become major obstacles in daily life, Shepherd's Care offers e perfect residential alternative.Shepherd's Care provides needed assistance while enabling residents to maintain feelings of independence and privacy.We...
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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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We chose Southern Oaks because they were the only assisted living facility we looked at that said they would be willing to accommodate my uncle’s need for CPAP oxygen. In addition to that, I like that the...
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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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I have been here 5 1/2 months and I like it here. A couple of comments: 1. When contribution flex dollars to the employee appreciation fund, make a dollar for dollar, not a .30 on a dollar. 2. Have a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
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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Cost of memory care in Lake Toxaway, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lake Toxaway is $5,126 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bryson City, NC with an average of $4,692 per month.

Memory care costs in Lake Toxaway, NC, vs. nearby cities

Lake Toxaway, NC
$5,126/mo
$4,802/mo
$5,594/mo

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

Lake Toxaway, NC
$5,126/mo
U.S. national average
$5,569/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,126/mo

Memory care costs in Lake Toxaway, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,503/mo
Studio
$5,684/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,349/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,848/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,588/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Toxaway 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: Lake Toxaway, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Toxaway, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,126/mo$5,313/mo$5,569/mo
Assisted Living$3,037/mo$4,434/mo$4,804/mo
Independent Living$2,848/mo$3,713/mo$4,208/mo
Memory Care
Lake Toxaway, NC:$5,126/mo
North Carolina:$5,313/mo
U.S.:$5,569/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Toxaway, NC:$3,037/mo
North Carolina:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$4,804/mo
Independent Living
Lake Toxaway, NC:$2,848/mo
North Carolina:$3,713/mo
U.S.:$4,208/mo
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Memory care costs in Lake Toxaway, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Lake Toxaway 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lake Toxaway, NC$7,214/mo$7,609/mo-5.2%
North Carolina$6,698/mo$6,325/mo+5.9%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Lake Toxaway, NC
2024 average cost:$7,214/mo
2023 average cost:$7,609/mo
Percent change:-5.2%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,698/mo
2023 average cost:$6,325/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Lake Toxaway

Recent reviews for memory care in Lake Toxaway

Hilltop of Greenville Memory Care

4.8
I have been well pleased with Hilltop Memory Care. My only concern has been difficulty in reaching staff. I received a voicemail expressing concern about my husband and was unable to reach anyone for over 12 hours. I hope this problem has been addressed. The director has assured me that my ...
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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.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and care of staff members across various communities, including Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, Brookdale Asheville Walden Ridge, and North Pointe. Families have expressed gratitude for the long-term relationships they've built with caregivers and the ov ...
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Customized care plans and accommodations. Residents and their families appreciate the personalized approach to care in communities like The Legacy at Southpointe Drive, The Residences at Greer, and Spring Park Assisted Living and Memory Care. Staff adapts to individual needs, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable living experience. ...
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Diverse activity offerings. Reviews from different communities, such as Brookstone Terrace of Simpsonville, Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, and Harmony at Five Forks, highlight an extensive range of activities designed to cater to various interests and abilities.
Effective communication between staff and families. Frequent and transparent communication between staff and families is valued by several reviewers across communities, including Fairview Park, Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, and Pine Grove Senior Living.
Consistently clean and updated facilities. Reviews for various communities like Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, Summit Place, and North Pointe commend the ongoing efforts to maintain cleanliness and upkeep of both communal spaces and residents' rooms.
Responsive and accommodating management. Management teams at communities like TerraBella Summit, Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, and Hilltop of Greenville Memory Care have been praised for their willingness to address concerns and make necessary improvements to ensure residents' satisfaction.
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Lake Toxaway review score based on 482 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 482 reviews of 56 Lake Toxaway memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lake Toxaway 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

Lake Toxaway review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Lake Toxaway, NC56 facilities
8.5
Rosman, NC6 facilities
8.4
Brevard, NC8 facilities

Review subcategories for Lake Toxaway 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 482 reviews of 56 Lake Toxaway memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lake Toxaway 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
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
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*
3.8
3.8
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Lake Toxaway memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Toxaway memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Toxaway, 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 Lake Toxaway 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 Lake Toxaway 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
71.4%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Toxaway 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 Lake Toxaway 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
75%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
64.3%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.2%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Toxaway 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 Lake Toxaway 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
42.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
20.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Toxaway 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 Lake Toxaway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Toxaway 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 Lake Toxaway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
67.9%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.4%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.1%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.2%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.4%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Lake Toxaway

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 Lake Toxaway 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 The Gables on Pelham are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lake Toxaway, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 61 memory care facilities near Lake Toxaway, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina are North Pointe, Summit Place and LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 61 memory care facilities near you in Lake Toxaway, 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 Lake Toxaway, 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 Lake Toxaway, 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 Lake Toxaway, North Carolina ranges from $1500 to $12890. The average Memory Care cost in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina is $5,126. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Lake Toxaway, 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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