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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Saunders, NC

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Memory care in Saunders 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 Saunders is about $4,408 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 32 communities, read 273 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Fayetteville, Southern Pines and Hope Mills.

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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
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 Saunders, NC

The average cost of senior living in Saunders is $4,408 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pembroke, NC with an average of $4,093 per month.

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

Saunders, NC
$4,408/mo
$4,731/mo
$4,669/mo

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

Saunders, NC
$4,408/mo
U.S. national average
$5,535/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,408/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,283/mo
Studio
$5,294/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,754/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,707/mo

Senior living costs in Saunders 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: Saunders, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSaunders, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,408/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Assisted Living$3,817/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Independent Living$3,850/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Memory Care
Saunders, NC:$4,408/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
Assisted Living
Saunders, NC:$3,817/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Independent Living
Saunders, NC:$3,850/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Memory care costs in Saunders, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Saunders 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Saunders, NC$5,026/mo$5,010/mo+0.3%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Saunders, NC
2024 average cost:$5,026/mo
2023 average cost:$5,010/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
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 Saunders

Recent reviews for memory care in Saunders

St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC in Southern Pines, NC

4.0
We cannot comment on the activities because our loved one did not participate in them. Of course more CNA and care givers is an area of improvement. Of course, I no that at this time it is difficult to hire staff, but at that price staffing should be adequate . We have had to hire additional ...
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TerraBella Fayetteville

5.0
staff are very friendly and caring to my loved one. I would highly recommend this facility to anyone who is looking for assisted living in the Fayetteville area

TerraBella Southern Pines

4.6
They have good staff and caregivers here. The care my loved one is receiving is great! The staff truly care about my loved one and for their health and this is important to the family. There are somethings that can be frustrating as they don't have enough staff to man the secure door to let ...
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Saunders review score based on 67 family reviews

7.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 67 reviews of 26 Saunders memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Saunders 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

Saunders review score compared against nearby cities

7.3
Saunders, NC26 facilities
8.2
Raeford, NC5 facilities
6.9
Wagram, NC6 facilities

Review subcategories for Saunders 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 67 reviews of 26 Saunders memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Saunders 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.
Saunders, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.5
4.1
Meals & dining
3.1
3.8
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Saunders memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saunders memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saunders, 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 Saunders 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 Saunders that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Saunders, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.2%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.4%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.7%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Saunders 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 Saunders Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Saunders, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.9%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Saunders 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 Saunders partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Saunders, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
20.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Saunders 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 Saunders communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saunders, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
42.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
22.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Saunders 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 Saunders offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Saunders, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.4%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Saunders

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