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Memory care in Westminster 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 Westminster is about $4,804 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 69 communities, read 1553 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.
Maranatha Manor of SpartanburgMaranatha Manor of Spartanburg is an assisted living community located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, in Spartanburg County, and home to over 181,000 people. A beautiful and historic city, Spartanburg is the largest city in the Greenville area and residents will...
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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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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.
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Wellington House is a memory care community located in Gastonia, NC. Gastonia is located just west of Charlotte in the Piedmont section of North Carolina and is a terrific place to live, work and visit. Wellington House offers a loving environment that caters to their residents The staff are...
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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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My loved on is in skilled nursing here and it is wonderful, this is the second time he has lived here. We moved him out the first time only because it was during covid and he was having to quarantine. The...
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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My Mother has been a resident of Shepherds Care for many years, starting in the general population and now in the Memory Care Unit. Given the lengthy duration of her residency, I have had numerous...
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.
When little things you or your loved one normally took for granted start to become major obstacles in daily life, Shepherd's Care offers e perfect residential alternative.Shepherd's Care provides needed assistance while enabling residents to maintain feelings of independence and privacy.We...
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We chose Southern Oaks because they were the only assisted living facility we looked at that said they would be willing to accommodate my uncle’s need for CPAP oxygen. In addition to that, I like that the...
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.
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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 Westminster, NC

The average cost of senior living in Westminster is $4,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belwood, NC with an average of $4,751 per month.

Memory care costs in Westminster, NC, vs. nearby cities

Westminster, NC
$4,804/mo
$4,780/mo
$4,795/mo

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

Westminster, NC
$4,804/mo
U.S. national average
$5,537/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,804/mo

Memory care costs in Westminster, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,606/mo
Studio
$5,497/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,592/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,167/mo

Senior living costs in Westminster 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: Westminster, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWestminster, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,804/mo$5,287/mo$5,537/mo
Assisted Living$3,693/mo$4,436/mo$4,780/mo
Independent Living$2,998/mo$3,696/mo$4,187/mo
Memory Care
Westminster, NC:$4,804/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Assisted Living
Westminster, NC:$3,693/mo
North Carolina:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Independent Living
Westminster, NC:$2,998/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Memory care costs in Westminster, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Westminster 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Westminster, NC$6,506/mo$6,799/mo-4.3%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Westminster, NC
2024 average cost:$6,506/mo
2023 average cost:$6,799/mo
Percent change:-4.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,693/mo
2023 average cost:$6,328/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Westminster

Recent reviews for memory care in Westminster

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 success with staff communication. Reviews mention both positive and negative experiences with staff communication at various communities. For example, at Harmony at Five Forks, the staff are responsive and easy to access, while at Bevid Place, staff often give the same answer to family questions and are difficult to reach. O ...
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Varied food quality. Reviews express opinions about the food ranging from good to poor at different communities. Some residents, like those at Pine Grove Senior Living, find the food hit or miss, while others, like those at LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, praise the meals as excellent. Communities like The Pearl a ...
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Different levels of staff training. Several reviews mention the importance of staff training in memory care, especially when dealing with residents with Alzheimer's or dementia. At TerraBella Lincolnton, the staff were not properly trained to handle certain situations, leading to unnecessary hospital visits. In contrast, communi ...
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Mixed experiences with caregiver turnover. Another common theme in reviews is the turnover of caregivers, which can impact the consistency of care. Some communities, like TerraBella Newton, mention high turnover and its negative effects on care. Others, like The Legacy at Southpointe Drive, have staff who are friendly and personal, b ...
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Mixed feelings about activities. Activities offered at communities vary, with some providing a wide range of options, like TerraBella Lincolnton, and others, like Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff, having limited offerings. Families like those at Hilltop of Greenville Memory Care appreciate the emphasis on keeping residents ...
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Mixed experiences with cleanliness. Cleanliness is a concern for many families, with some communities, like TerraBella Hendersonville, not living up to expectations in terms of housekeeping. Others, like LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, are praised for their clean facilities. Some families, like those at The Pearl at Five Forks, ...
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Westminster review score based on 345 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 345 reviews of 59 Westminster memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Westminster 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

Westminster review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Westminster, NC59 facilities
8.1
Ruth, NC75 facilities
8.1
Spindale, NC76 facilities

Review subcategories for Westminster 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 345 reviews of 59 Westminster memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Westminster 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.
Westminster, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Westminster memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Westminster memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Westminster, 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 Westminster 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 Westminster 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
79.7%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Westminster 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 Westminster Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Westminster, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Westminster 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 Westminster partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Westminster, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
54.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Westminster 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 Westminster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Westminster, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Westminster 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 Westminster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Westminster, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.9%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
64.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
52.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Westminster

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