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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Watauga County, NC
Memory care in Watauga County 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 Watauga County is about $4,869 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 31 communities, read 314 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace and...
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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.
Yancey House is an assisted living and memory care community located in Burnsville, NC. Burnsville is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina & rests in the shadow of Mount Mitchell which has the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. It is known as 'The Heart of the Blue...
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Cost of memory care in Watauga County, NC
The average cost of senior living in Watauga County is $4,869 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bakersville, NC with an average of $4,098 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Watauga County, NC vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Watauga County, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Watauga County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Watauga County, NC by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Watauga County over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Watauga County
Recent reviews for memory care in Watauga County
The Blake at Kingsport
5.0
The staff is very helpful and friendly. They are very good about communicating with the family about your loved one, and you can call and ask about them any time. The move-in process is smooth, but be ready to produce documents like Medicaid info, living will, driver's license, etc. The meals ...
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Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City
4.1
The staff at Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City have shown solid follow through on open issues and good medical supervision. I would recommend it to other families.
Rose Glen Manor in North Wilkesboro, NC
5.0
As the family member of the patient attacked, referencing the December 2016 review after an assault. ... My father was knocked out, sent via ambulance to the ER. He was hit so hard you could seen the imprint of his glasses on his face for weeks, along with the knot on his forehead...then she ...
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Watauga County review score based on 128 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 128 reviews of 27 Watauga County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Watauga County 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
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Review subcategories for Watauga County 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 128 reviews of 27 Watauga County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Watauga County 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.Watauga County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Watauga County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watauga County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watauga County, 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 Watauga County 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 Watauga County 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
81.5%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.8%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Watauga County 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 Watauga County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85.2%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
74.1%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
88.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watauga County 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 Watauga County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.7%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Watauga County 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 Watauga County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.8%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.3%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watauga County 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 Watauga County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
77.8%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.9%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.1%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
48.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Colonial Heights, Brookdale Johnson City and American House Johnson City are the top-rated memory care facilities near Watauga County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 31 memory care facilities near Watauga County, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Watauga County, North Carolina is Brookdale Johnson City. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 31 memory care facilities near you in Watauga County, 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 Watauga County, North Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Watauga County, North Carolina ranges from $950 to $8725. The average Memory Care cost in Watauga County, North Carolina is $4,869. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Watauga County, North Carolina typically starts at $950. 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Watauga County
- Boone, North Carolina
- Roan Mountain, Tennessee
- Edgemont, North Carolina
- Mortimer, North Carolina
- Collettsville, North Carolina
- West Jefferson, North Carolina
- Farmer Mill, Tennessee
- Heath, Tennessee
- Cedar Rock, North Carolina
- Evergreen, Tennessee
- Stamey Town, North Carolina
- Pyatte, North Carolina
- Altamont, North Carolina
- Vale, North Carolina
- Three Mile, North Carolina
- Linville Falls, North Carolina
- Beech Mountain, North Carolina
- Kellerville, North Carolina
- Beech Creek, North Carolina
- Elk Valley, North Carolina
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