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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sims, NC
Memory care in Sims 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 Sims is about $5,517 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 62 communities, read 1197 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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This is a great community and everything is working out very well for my mother in law. She has adjusted well to the community and seems to really like it. The community looks great and everything is nice...
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.
Victorian Senior Care provides services for senior adults at The Village of Kinston located at 1935 Idlewild Drive in Kinston. The Village offers quality assisted living and memory care in attractive surroundings close to home. Our assisted living care provides services to fit the lifestyles of...
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Cost of memory care in Sims, NC
The average cost of senior living in Sims is $5,517 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fremont, NC with an average of $4,317 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sims, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Sims
Recent reviews for memory care in Sims
The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC
4.0
It's quite expensive, especially for memory care. (One parent in independent living and one in memory care). Quality of care in memory care is hit or miss as well - some great staff and some not very good. I think the independent living is really good - great food - the dining room is like a ...
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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.
TerraBella Northridge in Raleigh, NC
5.0
My husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Dementia in 2012. I quit my job to become his full-tme caregiver. By 2020, I knew I needed assistance and began to look for memory care facilities. Due to the pandemic, I was not able to physically visit facilities, so all tours were done virtually. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Mixed reviews on staff competency and turnover. Some reviews praise the dedication and care of the staff at various communities, such as The Addison of Knightdale and Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount, while others mention staff shortages and inconsistency, like at Brookdale Cary and Seasons at Southpoint. One review specifically mentions t ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents and their families express appreciation for the personalized care and attention they receive, with examples from Franklin Manor, TerraBella Northridge, and Spring Arbor of Cary. Some reviews mention the importance of individualized care plans, as seen in Spring Arbor of Raleigh ...
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Communication between staff and families. Frequent and clear communication is a key factor in families' satisfaction, with examples of responsive and informative staff from Franklin Manor, Brookdale Dickinson Avenue, and Alpha Magnolia Garden. However, some families mention improvement needed in this area, such as Seasons at Sout ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. A variety of activities specifically tailored to residents' interests and abilities is a common theme, with examples from Sunrise of Cary, Franklin Manor, and The Reserve at Mills Farm. Several reviews mention the importance of social interaction for residents' well-being, as seen in Spri ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of facilities. Many reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness and maintenance in ensuring a comfortable living environment, with examples of well-maintained facilities at Morningside of Raleigh, Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount, and Wake Assisted Living Memory Care.
Supportive and compassionate care for end-of-life situations. Several families express gratitude for the compassionate care their loved ones received during end-of-life situations, with examples from TerraBella Northridge, Spring Arbor of Kinston, and Spring Arbor of Raleigh.
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Sims review score based on 329 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 329 reviews of 51 Sims memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Sims 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
Sims review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Sims 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 329 reviews of 51 Sims memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sims 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.Sims, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Sims memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sims memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sims, 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 Sims 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 Sims 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
74.5%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.9%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.5%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sims 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 Sims Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sims, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.4%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70.6%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
78.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sims 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 Sims partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sims, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.2%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
51%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
41.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Sims 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 Sims communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.8%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
58.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sims 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 Sims offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sims, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.5%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.6%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.6%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.5%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
62.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
47.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.5%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Arbor of Apex, Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir and Sunrise of Cary are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sims, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 62 memory care facilities near Sims, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Sims, North Carolina are Sunrise of Cary, Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount and Sunrise of Raleigh. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 62 memory care facilities near you in Sims, 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 Sims, 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 Sims, 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 Sims, North Carolina ranges from $1700 to $13600. The average Memory Care cost in Sims, North Carolina is $5,517. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sims, North Carolina typically starts at $1700. 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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