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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Nelson, NC

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Memory care in Nelson 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 Nelson is about $8,674 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 57 communities, read 1776 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Raleigh, Cary and Durham.

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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.
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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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Rose Manor is an older facility, but the staff are wonderful they actually work, and I see no-one on cell phones are just sitting around. It is costly $[removed] a month. He has only been here a 6 days, but...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Calyx Living of Durham and his experience at this facility was very good. The facility was clean. The food was not great, but good. The staff was very friendly 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.
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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.
Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage provides an intimate, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment....
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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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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Cost of memory care in Nelson, NC

The average cost of senior living in Nelson is $8,674 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oxford, NC with an average of $6,787 per month.

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

Nelson, NC
$8,674/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,674/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,997/mo
Studio
$8,333/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,870/mo

Senior living costs in Nelson 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: Nelson, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNelson, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$8,674/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,000/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,868/mo$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Nelson, NC:$8,674/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Nelson, NC:$7,000/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Nelson, NC:$2,868/mo
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Nelson, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Nelson 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 average 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
Nelson, NC$6,966/mo$6,665/mo+4.5%
North Carolina$6,892/mo$6,488/mo+6.2%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Nelson, NC
2024 average cost:$6,966/mo
2023 average cost:$6,665/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,892/mo
2023 average cost:$6,488/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Nelson

Recent reviews for memory care in Nelson

Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care

4.4
My father is a new resident at Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care. The staff seem very friendly and attentive and seem to work well together. The housekeeping seems good. The meals are not good, but I don't expect them to be and I'm sure no facility like this has good meals. Based on the intake ...
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Phoenix Assisted Care in Cary, NC

4.0
My mother is doing very well at the Phoenix Assisted Care. The place is clean and well maintained. When we first moved in, she was in a shared room but has now moved into a private room. The meals they provide are very good.

The Oaks of Alamance in Burlington, NC

4.4
I would recommend this community to others. If there is no follow up by phone Dustin takes care of the issues and then will sometimes follow ups via email.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff at various communities, such as Sunrise of Cary, Brighton Gardens of Raleigh, and Carolina Reserve of Durham, who go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and create a warm and welcoming environment.
Engaging activities for residents. Residents enjoy a variety of activities at communities like Seasons at Southpoint, The Reserve at Mills Farm, and Brookdale Cary, including singing, games, arts and crafts, and outings to parks and movie theaters, which help keep them active and engaged.
Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities, such as Carolina Reserve of Durham, Brighton Gardens of Raleigh, and TerraBella Durham, where residents appreciate the pristine living spaces and renovated common areas.
Personalized care and attention for memory care residents. At communities like Brookdale Meadowmont, Brookdale Cary, and Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care, staff members are specially trained to provide individualized care for memory care residents, ensuring they receive the attention and support they need.
Responsive and communicative staff. Families appreciate the open communication and quick response from staff at communities like Seasons at Southpoint, Brookdale Cary, and Sunrise of Raleigh, who keep them informed about their loved ones' care and daily activities.
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Numerous reviews mention the friendly and inviting atmosphere at communities, such as Sunrise of Cary, Brookdale Meadowmont, and Carolina Reserve of Durham, where residents and staff form strong bonds, creating a sense of belonging and positivity.
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Nelson review score based on 330 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 330 reviews of 57 Nelson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Nelson 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

Nelson review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Nelson, NC57 facilities
8.3
Chapel Hill, NC33 facilities
8.3
Raleigh, NC42 facilities

Review subcategories for Nelson 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 330 reviews of 57 Nelson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Nelson 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.
Nelson, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.7
Friendliness
3.2
3.8
Care services
2.9
3.5
Staff
3.0
3.7
Meals & dining
2.7
3.4
Activities
2.7
3.3
Value for cost*
2.8
3.4
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Nelson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nelson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nelson, 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 Nelson 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 Nelson 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
77.2%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
68.4%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.7%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.4%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.2%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Nelson 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 Nelson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Nelson, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.9%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
68.4%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.9%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.8%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nelson 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 Nelson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nelson, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.6%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.9%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
63.2%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.4%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40.4%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Nelson 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 Nelson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nelson, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.2%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
57.9%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nelson 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 Nelson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nelson, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
78.9%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.1%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.2%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.2%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70.2%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.6%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.1%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
45.6%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.8%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Nelson

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