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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 $5,657 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 51 communities, read 1120 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 $5,657 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fremont, NC with an average of $4,282 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sims, NC vs. nearby cities

Sims, NC
$5,657/mo
$5,806/mo
$5,719/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sims, NC vs. the state and national average

Sims, NC
$5,657/mo
U.S. national average
$5,412/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sims vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,657/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Sims, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,356/mo
Studio
$6,757/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,868/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,319/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Sims over time

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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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Brookdale Wake Forest

4.0
The staff here has really been good. The community is clean and they keep my aunts room clean as well. My aunt does not eat really, but the food looks good. I like that they have a lot of things to keep the residents active.

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.

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 333 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 333 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

8.5
Sims, NC51 facilities
8.5
Bailey, NC55 facilities
8.5
Wilson, NC44 facilities

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 333 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
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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.
Sims, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
74.5%
65.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.8%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.5%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.6%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.5%
72.4%
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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%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
78.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.3%
26.3%
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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
41.2%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.9%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
47.1%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49%
49.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
17%
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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.
Sims, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.8%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
60.8%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
22.8%
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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
74.5%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51%
33.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.6%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.5%
51.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.7%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
62.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
51%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.5%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount, Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir and Spring Arbor of Apex are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sims, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 51 memory care facilities near Sims, North Carolina. See the full list.

The 51 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 $13200. The average Memory Care cost in Sims, North Carolina is $5,657. 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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