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Memory care in Marion 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 Marion is about $4,995 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 43 communities, read 838 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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
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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.
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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I moved my grandmother into Bevid Place last July. The staff is super friendly and always helpful. I can reach out to the supervisor on-call 24/7 and they always respond immediately. The facility has done a...
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.
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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.
Taylorsville 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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This seems to be the best place that I have found for my loved one. They have activities like bible study, bingo, puzzles, laundry folding, coin counting, music, concerts and more for the residents to do and...
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.
Ashlan Village is a continuing care community, where your choices matter. Through community services and programs, Ashlan Village provides for the social, spiritual, nutritional, residential, wellness and health care needs of older people at reasonable cost. We have a variety of spacious floor...
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They provided excellent care to my grandmother for over 5 years. Grateful to all the staff. They accommodated food requests and even care suggestions to bring her recliner out to the hallway so we could be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
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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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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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...
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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
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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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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 Marion, NC

The average cost of senior living in Marion is $4,995 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bakersville, NC with an average of $4,382 per month.

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

Marion, NC
$4,995/mo
$6,114/mo

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

Marion, NC
$4,995/mo
U.S. national average
$5,535/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,995/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,908/mo
Studio
$5,768/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,523/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,207/mo

Senior living costs in Marion 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: Marion, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarion, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,995/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Assisted Living$3,512/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Independent Living$3,344/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Memory Care
Marion, NC:$4,995/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
Assisted Living
Marion, NC:$3,512/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Independent Living
Marion, NC:$3,344/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Memory care costs in Marion, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Marion 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.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Marion, NC$6,677/mo$6,814/mo-2.0%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Marion, NC
2024 average cost:$6,677/mo
2023 average cost:$6,814/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
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 Marion

Recent reviews for memory care in Marion

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.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Insufficient staffing and high turnover. Several reviews mention concerns about inconsistent staffing and high turnover rates, leading to inconsistencies in care and communication. At TerraBella Lincolnton and Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, residents have gone to the hospital frequently due to unnecessary medical attention caused by ...
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Heartfelt and compassionate staff. Numerous reviews attest to the kindness, support, and care shown by staff members towards residents. At Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City, TerraBella Hendersonville, and Brookdale Johnson City, families express appreciation for the exceptional care and concern shown towards their l ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Residents and families express satisfaction with the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At TerraBella Newton, Governors Bend, and LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, they praise the attention to detail and commitment to providing a comfortable, inviting living environment for seniors.
Engaging and diverse activities. Communities that offer various activities tailored to residents' interests help keep seniors active and engaged. At Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living, Brookdale Asheville Walden Ridge, and TerraBella Lincolnton, families appreciate the wide range of activities, which encourages socializing a ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Quality meals and dining experiences are crucial for seniors' overall well-being. At TerraBella Shelby, Heritage Hills Senior Living, and TerraBella Hendersonville, families praise the quality of the food, as well as the accommodations made for individual dietary preferences and restrictio ...
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Clear and consistent communication. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is essential for maintaining peace of mind and ensuring residents receive the care they need. At Heritage Hills Senior Living, Brookdale Johnson City, and Brookdale Asheville Walden Ridge, families appreciate the open lines of c ...
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Marion review score based on 156 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 156 reviews of 36 Marion memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Marion 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

Marion review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Marion, NC36 facilities
8.5
Old Fort, NC9 facilities
8.3
Glen Alpine, NC44 facilities

Review subcategories for Marion 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 156 reviews of 36 Marion memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Marion 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
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4.1
Friendliness
3.8
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Care services
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3.9
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
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3.8
Activities
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Value for cost*
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Marion memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion, 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 Marion 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 Marion 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%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Marion 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 Marion 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
77.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marion 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 Marion partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marion, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion 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 Marion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.8%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
36.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion 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 Marion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
61.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
47.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.1%
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State regulations for memory care in Marion

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 Marion protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Brookdale Forest City and Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City are the top-rated memory care facilities near Marion, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 43 memory care facilities near Marion, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Marion, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 43 memory care facilities near you in Marion, 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 Marion, 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 Marion, 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 Marion, North Carolina ranges from $1500 to $12890. The average Memory Care cost in Marion, North Carolina is $4,995. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Marion, 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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