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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Whiteville, NC

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Memory care in South Whiteville 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 South Whiteville is about $6,438 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 35 communities, read 862 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Whiteville, Loris and Finklea.

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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.
Greystone Manor is an 81 bed facility with both private and semi-private rooms located on nine acres. It is secluded yet a small town (Red Springs) is located less than a mile away. It is a beautiful brick building with spacious porches. The rooms are large with a bathroom in each. We have...
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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: 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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This community is beautiful with lots of different amenities. The care team has been truly a light to my loved one. They are always making sure her needs are being met and making her feel comfortable in her...
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.
Cedar Cove Assisted Living is located in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina. Situated in the heart of Wilmington, residents can enjoy the historic river district and the Riverwalk that makes its way around the Cape Fear River and three island beaches. Named 'The Next Big Thing' by...
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Cost of memory care in South Whiteville, NC

The average cost of senior living in South Whiteville is $6,438 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brunswick, NC with an average of $6,438 per month.

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

South Whiteville, NC
$6,438/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,438/mo

Memory care costs in South Whiteville, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,703/mo
Studio
$7,497/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,292/mo

Senior living costs in South Whiteville 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: South Whiteville, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Whiteville, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$6,438/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,374/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
South Whiteville, NC:$6,438/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
South Whiteville, NC:$4,374/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
South Whiteville, NC:unavailable
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in South Whiteville

Recent reviews for memory care in South Whiteville

Myrtle Beach Manor

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Myrtle Beach Manor and the overall experience has been good so far. The housekeeping is spotless. The staff is friendly. They have nice outdoor areas to take my loved one outside. They just completely renovated the entire building and did a great job. I'm ...
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The Barclay at Little River

5.0
The facility itself is clean, inviting, and conducive to individual needs. The staff, in many ways, became like family because of their professional care and honest concern for my loved one. The food is excellent and I enjoyed many meals. The administrative staff is accommodating to individual ...
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Cedar Cove Assisted Living in Wilmington, NC

3.9
all residents seem happy and engaged and caregivers are actively involved with the residents

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Several reviews from communities like Spring Arbor of Wilmington, Harmony at Hope Mills, and The Barclay at Little River praise the kindness and approachability of the staff, making for a warm and inclusive atmosphere.
Wide range of activities. Activities are a popular topic in reviews, with communities such as The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living, and Harmony at Hope Mills offering engaging options, from social events to outings and entertainment.
Secure and tranquil environments. Many residents and families appreciate the sense of security and peacefulness at communities like Brookdale Wilmington, Anderson Oaks Assisted Living, and The Barclay at Little River, ensuring a safe and calming living experience.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Reviews for communities like Indigo at Carolina Forest, The Barclay at Little River, and The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach highlight the importance of excellent food, with residents looking forward to meals every day.
Proper care and support for memory care patients. Families and residents share their experiences with memory care services at communities like Rivers Edge of Lumberton, The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, and Brookdale Wilmington, emphasizing the importance of specialized care and attention.
Clear and effective communication with families. Communication is a crucial aspect of senior living, and communities like Harmony at Hope Mills, The Barclay at Little River, and Portside at Grande Dunes prioritize regular and open dialogue with families to ensure everyone is informed and involved.
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South Whiteville review score based on 217 family reviews

9.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 217 reviews of 29 South Whiteville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Whiteville 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

South Whiteville review score compared against nearby cities

9.1
South Whiteville, NC29 facilities
8.0
Elizabethtown, NC0 facilities
9.0
Leland, NC0 facilities

Review subcategories for South Whiteville 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 217 reviews of 29 South Whiteville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Whiteville 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.
South Whiteville, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.8
Friendliness
3.3
3.9
Care services
3.2
3.6
Staff
3.2
3.7
Meals & dining
2.9
3.5
Activities
3.1
3.4
Value for cost*
3.1
3.5
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South Whiteville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Whiteville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Whiteville, 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 South Whiteville 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 South Whiteville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Whiteville, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.9%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
65.5%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.3%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.4%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.5%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Whiteville 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 South Whiteville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Whiteville, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.9%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.7%
45.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75.9%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Whiteville 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 South Whiteville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Whiteville, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
44.8%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.7%
50.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Whiteville 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 South Whiteville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Whiteville, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.6%
40%
Room service
Room service
41.4%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Whiteville 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 South Whiteville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Whiteville, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
69%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.3%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.8%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
86.2%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69%
51%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.2%
59.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.1%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.2%
35.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.1%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.5%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
65.5%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
55.2%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.5%
46.1%
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State regulations for memory care in South Whiteville

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Arbor Landing at Surfside, The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach and Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Whiteville, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 35 memory care facilities near South Whiteville, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in South Whiteville, North Carolina are Spring Arbor of Wilmington and Indigo at Carolina Forest. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 35 memory care facilities near you in South Whiteville, 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 South Whiteville, 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 South Whiteville, 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 South Whiteville, North Carolina ranges from $3200 to $15500. The average Memory Care cost in South Whiteville, North Carolina is $6,438. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in South Whiteville, North Carolina typically starts at $3200. 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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