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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Union Mills, NC

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Memory care in Union Mills 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 Union Mills is about $4,769 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 62 communities, read 1421 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
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I have been here 5 1/2 months and I like it here. A couple of comments: 1. When contribution flex dollars to the employee appreciation fund, make a dollar for dollar, not a .30 on a dollar. 2. Have a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of memory care in Union Mills, NC

The average cost of senior living in Union Mills is $4,769 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belwood, NC with an average of $4,807 per month.

Memory care costs in Union Mills, NC, vs. nearby cities

Union Mills, NC
$4,769/mo
$4,845/mo

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

Union Mills, NC
$4,769/mo
U.S. national average
$5,607/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,769/mo

Memory care costs in Union Mills, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,685/mo
Studio
$6,732/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,810/mo

Senior living costs in Union Mills 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: Union Mills, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUnion Mills, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,769/mo$5,319/mo$5,607/mo
Assisted Living$3,483/mo$4,454/mo$4,837/mo
Independent Living$2,930/mo$3,699/mo$4,259/mo
Memory Care
Union Mills, NC:$4,769/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
Assisted Living
Union Mills, NC:$3,483/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Independent Living
Union Mills, NC:$2,930/mo
North Carolina:$3,699/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Memory care costs in Union Mills, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Union Mills 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
Union Mills, NC$6,506/mo$6,799/mo-4.3%
North Carolina$6,698/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
Union Mills, NC
2024 average cost:$6,506/mo
2023 average cost:$6,799/mo
Percent change:-4.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,698/mo
2023 average cost:$6,328/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,493/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Union Mills

Recent reviews for memory care in Union Mills

Hilltop of Greenville Memory Care

4.8
I have been well pleased with Hilltop Memory Care. My only concern has been difficulty in reaching staff. I received a voicemail expressing concern about my husband and was unable to reach anyone for over 12 hours. I hope this problem has been addressed. The director has assured me that my ...
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Ashlan Village in Lyman, SC

4.8
The activities are great, before COVID they have bible studies, church groups come in to sing, and other live entertainment. We really liked how friendly the staff was, everything is on one level so its very convenient. The food could use some improvements, the quality could be a little better.

Cascades Verdae in Greenville, SC

5.0
I have lived at the Cascades for 6 years and am very happy to be here. The members are wonderful and the staff is great. I have no regrets for moving here and highly recommend it.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Mixed cleaning quality. Reviews for various communities mention inconsistent cleaning quality, with some areas receiving regular attention and others not. For example, at Harmony at Five Forks, the main area is frequently praised for its cleanliness, but personal bathrooms and rooms do not always get cleaned as well. ...
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Supportive and responsive staff. Several reviews comment on the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff at their community, with many expressing gratitude for their patience and attentiveness. At TerraBella Lincolnton, the day-to-day staff are commended for their interactions with residents and for their willingness to answ ...
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Varied activities and events. Some reviews mention the importance of activities in keeping residents engaged and active. At TerraBella Newton, families appreciate the organized activities offered, while at TerraBella Lincolnton, there's a suggestion for more activities specifically for men in the community.
Individualized care and attention. Care and attention catered to individual residents' needs is a common theme in many reviews. At Brookdale Asheville Walden Ridge, the staff went above and beyond to make the moving-in process easier for families, and at The Legacy at Southpointe Drive, loved ones are treated like family.
Clear and effective communication. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is emphasized in several reviews. At Hilltop of Greenville Memory Care, a voicemail expressing concern about a loved one's care led to a follow-up and policy change, while at TerraBella Newton, the lack of response to family conce ...
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Secure and comfortable environment. Residents and their families value the sense of security and safety in their communities. At TerraBella Hendersonville, the memory care unit is secure, but some improvements could be made to make the living room area more inviting for residents to gather. At Pine Grove Senior Living, the und ...
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Union Mills review score based on 286 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 286 reviews of 52 Union Mills memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Union Mills 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

Union Mills review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Union Mills, NC52 facilities
8.1
Ruth, NC74 facilities
8.1
Rutherfordton, NC75 facilities

Review subcategories for Union Mills 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 286 reviews of 52 Union Mills memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Union Mills 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.
Union Mills, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.0
Friendliness
3.8
4.1
Care services
3.3
3.8
Staff
3.5
4.0
Meals & dining
3.2
3.7
Activities
3.2
3.6
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Union Mills memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union Mills memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union Mills, 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 Union Mills 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 Union Mills 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
75%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.7%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.9%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.3%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.1%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.2%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Union Mills 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 Union Mills Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Union Mills, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.9%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.5%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
78.8%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.2%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Union Mills 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 Union Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Union Mills, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.4%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
48.1%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.2%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Union Mills 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 Union Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Union Mills, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.8%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.9%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
40.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union Mills 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 Union Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Union Mills, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
67.3%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.4%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.3%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.6%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
48.1%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Union Mills

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Morningside of Gastonia, The Gables on Pelham and Brookdale Forest City are the top-rated memory care facilities near Union Mills, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 62 memory care facilities near Union Mills, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Union Mills, North Carolina are Morningside of Gastonia and Brookdale Forest City. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 62 memory care facilities near you in Union Mills, 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 Union Mills, 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 Union Mills, 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 Union Mills, North Carolina ranges from $1400 to $12890. The average Memory Care cost in Union Mills, North Carolina is $4,769. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Union Mills, North Carolina typically starts at $1400. 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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