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Memory care in Little Switzerland 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 Little Switzerland is about $5,205 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 40 communities, read 728 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Things could be improved but they have been very good about some important things. The hall smells of urine more often. The other areas seem clean enough. Again, staff changes lately but they are super nice...
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.
Situated in beautiful Shelby, known as “the City of Pleasant Living,” our warm, relaxing assisted living single-story community is known for down-home cooking, family get-togethers and lots of fellowship. Senior residents enjoy Terrabella of Shelby’s welcoming environment; engaged and friendly...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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...
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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.
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
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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.
Brockford Inn has been providing elder care to our local community for over 40 years. Our staff has an equal amount of experience working with the geriatric population suffering from dementia, mental challenges, and being homeless. We are a family owned company, located in Granite Falls, NC. Our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace and...
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After being very unhappy and even concerned about the care of my loved one at some fancy facility, I started a search for a safer home. One that cared for the residents more than their profit line. My...
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.
Mountain View Assisted Living is located in the beautiful city of Hendersonville, Henderson County, North Carolina. Our scenic community is located on top of a hilltop, surrounded by beautiful mountains, overlooking a large, green horse pasture. The lovely scenery makes it the perfect place to...
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 Little Switzerland, NC

The average cost of senior living in Little Switzerland is $5,205 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bakersville, NC with an average of $4,382 per month.

Memory care costs in Little Switzerland, NC, vs. nearby cities

Little Switzerland, NC
$5,205/mo

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

Little Switzerland, NC
$5,205/mo
U.S. national average
$5,537/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,205/mo

Memory care costs in Little Switzerland, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,149/mo
Studio
$5,948/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,543/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,181/mo

Senior living costs in Little Switzerland 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: Little Switzerland, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLittle Switzerland, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,205/mo$5,287/mo$5,537/mo
Assisted Living$3,254/mo$4,436/mo$4,780/mo
Independent Living$3,236/mo$3,696/mo$4,187/mo
Memory Care
Little Switzerland, NC:$5,205/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Assisted Living
Little Switzerland, NC:$3,254/mo
North Carolina:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Independent Living
Little Switzerland, NC:$3,236/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Memory care costs in Little Switzerland, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Little Switzerland 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Little Switzerland, NC$6,751/mo$7,002/mo-3.6%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Little Switzerland, NC
2024 average cost:$6,751/mo
2023 average cost:$7,002/mo
Percent change:-3.6%
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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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 Little Switzerland

Recent reviews for memory care in Little Switzerland

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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Governors Bend in Erwin, TN

4.8
This facility has been good, things are going really well. My dad is still living at home and visits my step mom here often. If they haven't seen him visit, they call him and check on him to make sure he's ok. They just go above and beyond. Housekeeping is often (sometimes daily) and they do a ...
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Carolina Reserve of Hendersonville

5.0
The care and attention to detail is what sets this company apart. They truly strive to make the client and their family happy; which is extremely difficult in this time. Any questions I have are promptly answered and I have never had a problem regarding any issue!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and compassion of the staff in different communities, such as Christian Assisted Living and TerraBella Hendersonville. Residents and families express their gratitude for the loving care and attention the staff provides, making them feel like family.
Well-maintained facilities. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City and Brookdale Johnson City. Residents enjoy the inviting and beautiful facilities, which contribute to their overall satisfaction and peace of mind.
Attentive to residents' needs. Residents' needs are met with care and understanding in places like Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills and TerraBella Newton. Families appreciate the communication and proactive approach of the staff in addressing their loved ones' concerns and ensuring their well-being.
Engaging activities program. Communities like Christian Assisted Living and Brookdale Johnson City offer a variety of activities designed to keep residents engaged and active. Movies, games, and outings provide opportunities for socialization, learning, and enjoyment.
Communication with families. Families value the open and consistent communication from staff at communities like Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City and Heritage Hills Pacifica. Regular updates and dialogue help families feel involved in their loved ones' care and address any concerns promptly.
Skilled and compassionate care. Residents receive expert and compassionate care from staff at communities like Dominion Senior Living and Walden Ridge. Families trust the staff to provide high-quality care and support for their loved ones, ensuring peace of mind and confidence in their decision.
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Little Switzerland review score based on 174 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 174 reviews of 33 Little Switzerland memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Little Switzerland 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

Little Switzerland review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Little Switzerland, NC33 facilities
8.6
Spruce Pine, NC44 facilities
7.6
Bakersville, NC6 facilities

Review subcategories for Little Switzerland 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 174 reviews of 33 Little Switzerland memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Little Switzerland 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
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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Little Switzerland memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Little Switzerland memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Little Switzerland, 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 Little Switzerland 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 Little Switzerland 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
75.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.8%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.4%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.7%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Little Switzerland 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 Little Switzerland 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
78.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
78.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Little Switzerland 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 Little Switzerland 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
33.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Little Switzerland 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 Little Switzerland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.6%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
48.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Little Switzerland 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 Little Switzerland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
48.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Little Switzerland

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