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Memory care in Sarem 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 Sarem is about $4,998 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 59 communities, read 1834 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Staff and administrator are fabulous. Older building but very nice on the inside. We are well pleased. God opened up a great door for us to go through and find the Vintage Inn. Residents all seem to be happy...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Victorian Senior Care provides services for senior adults at Vintage Inn of Williamston located at 826 East Boulevard Highway 17 North in Williamston. Vintage Inn offers quality assisted living and memory care in attractive surroundings close to home. Our assisted living care provides services...
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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.
The Chesapeake retirement community boasts a spacious 35-acre campus in the heart of Newport News, Virginia.  Residents enjoy a multitude of opportunities to live active, healthy, fulfilling lives while simultaenously planning for their future health care needs.  Choosing from spacious...
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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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Hampton Manor offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Hampton Manor, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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.
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Sarem, NC

The average cost of senior living in Sarem is $4,998 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edenton, NC with an average of $3,939 per month.

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

Sarem, NC
$4,998/mo
$4,579/mo

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

Sarem, NC
$4,998/mo
U.S. national average
$5,607/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,998/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,749/mo
Studio
$6,723/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,547/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,600/mo

Senior living costs in Sarem 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: Sarem, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSarem, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,998/mo$5,319/mo$5,607/mo
Assisted Living$4,054/mo$4,454/mo$4,837/mo
Independent Living$3,966/mo$3,699/mo$4,260/mo
Memory Care
Sarem, NC:$4,998/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
Assisted Living
Sarem, NC:$4,054/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Independent Living
Sarem, NC:$3,966/mo
North Carolina:$3,699/mo
U.S.:$4,260/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Sarem

Recent reviews for memory care in Sarem

Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

The Hidenwood Community in Newport News, VA

4.8
This is a Great location. The staff are caring and outgoing with mom. I highly recommend The Hidenwood for memory care of your family member.

Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine in Norfolk, VA

5.0
Overall me and my family were very satisfied with his care. Their staff was caring and friendly and very professional. I think they genuinely cared. Food could be improved on. My loved one was not able to participate in any of the activities that they had going on.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and supportive staff. Numerous reviews mention the caring and considerate nature of the staff towards residents and their families. At Commonwealth Senior Living at King's Grant House, the quick response and open communication from the team put families at ease. At Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake, staff members go ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Reviews highlight the importance of various activities provided in communities, with outings and social events keeping residents active and happy. At Charter Senior Living of Newport News, weekly field trips and special events received positive feedback, while The Waterford at Virginia Beach ...
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Thorough communication with families. Families are reassured by the frequent and detailed communication from staff, keeping them informed about their loved ones' care and activities. At Brookdale Virginia Beach, the strong connection between families and staff was highlighted, while Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake praised the tra ...
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Cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently emphasize the importance of clean and well-kept communities, with mentions of clean rooms, updated bathrooms, and renovated common areas. At Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House, the pleasant smell and well-lit facility stood out, while Harmony on the Peninsula ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents receive personalized care plans and attention, with staff catering to their unique needs and preferences. At Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine, the staff's understanding and patience towards a family member was noted, while Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake praised the acco ...
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Access to quality nutrition. Meals are a significant factor in overall satisfaction, with families expressing appreciation for the quality and variety of the food provided. At Brookdale Virginia Beach, the delicious and plentiful meals were a highlight, while Charter Senior Living of Newport News noted that their loved ...
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Sarem review score based on 306 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 306 reviews of 56 Sarem memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sarem 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

Sarem review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Sarem, NC56 facilities
7.9
Gatesville, NC47 facilities
7.4
Winton, NC33 facilities

Review subcategories for Sarem 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 306 reviews of 56 Sarem memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sarem 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.
Sarem, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
4.0
Friendliness
3.7
4.1
Care services
3.3
3.8
Staff
3.5
4.0
Meals & dining
3.2
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.6
Value for cost*
3.2
3.7
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Sarem memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sarem memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sarem, 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 Sarem 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 Sarem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sarem, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.2%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.4%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.6%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.8%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.6%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.8%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sarem 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 Sarem Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sarem, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.4%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
41.1%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sarem 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 Sarem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sarem, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.4%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.4%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.1%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Sarem 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 Sarem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sarem, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.4%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.4%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sarem 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 Sarem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sarem, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.6%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.9%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Sarem

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