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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Buncombe, TN
Memory care in Buncombe 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 Buncombe is about $4,953 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 5 communities, read 87 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Kingsport, Bristol and Bluff City.
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22 Floor plans available
9.9
Review score
37 reviews
When we toured Brookdale Bristol it was so welcoming from staff and residents. He had many opportunities for different crafts, card games and much more entertainment. This community takes proud in caring for...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Customized Care PlansMoving into an independent and assisted living community may not be a simple decision, but when you meet our friendly team here in Bristol, Virginia, you may find yourself quickly falling in love with the idea. Nestled on a scenic hill overlooking the city, you can admire...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.1
Review score
22 reviews
The staff at American House have been very helpful in getting my mother in law settled and into a new routine. The facility is clean and nicely decorated. They have lots of activities and outings for my...
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.
Providing Assisted Living and Memory Care to the Bristol area.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.4
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13 reviews
Both administrative and care staff are very helpful. My mother-in-law states she is comfortable and well-cared for. Rooms are a bit small, but bathrooms are very large and easily handicapped-accessible. ...
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.
Just off Fort Henry Drive and nestled on a hillside, The Blake at Kingsport offers resort-style hospitality and retirement service embracing the spirit of the Tennessee lifestyle with outstanding architecture, food, social life and cultural experiences. Surrounded by abundant opportunities for...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
15 reviews
This place is so homey and clean! The staff is very sweet and mom is very happy. The food is great that she gets and I know she is getting great care. Each time I visit mom says I like this here -...
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.
Dominion Senior Living is an assisted living community located in Bristol, Sullivan County, Tennessee conveniently off Volunteer Parkway and is easily accessible to counties in Tennessee and North Carolina, alike. Though we are simple to locate, our campus maintains the feel of being nestled away...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Buncombe, TN
The average cost of senior living in Buncombe is $4,953 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sneedville, TN with an average of $3,149 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buncombe, TN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buncombe, TN vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Buncombe, TN by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Buncombe
Recent reviews for memory care in Buncombe
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.
The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN
5.0
It's a very nice place for someone with dementia, which my aunt had. My uncle died within a week of arriving there and my aunt fell about 2 months later and fractured her hip, so she left there and passed away in a rehab facility post surgery. I really appreciated A Place for Mom's help in ...
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Buncombe review score based on 40 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 5 Buncombe memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Buncombe 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
Buncombe review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Buncombe 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 40 reviews of 5 Buncombe memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buncombe 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.Buncombe, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Buncombe memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buncombe memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buncombe, 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 Buncombe 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 Buncombe that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buncombe, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
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
80%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
80%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buncombe 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 Buncombe Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buncombe, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buncombe 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 Buncombe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buncombe, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Buncombe 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 Buncombe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buncombe, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
80%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buncombe 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 Buncombe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buncombe, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
80%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Colonial Heights and Brookdale Johnson City are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buncombe, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 5 memory care facilities near Buncombe, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Buncombe, Tennessee is Brookdale Johnson City. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 5 memory care facilities near you in Buncombe, Tennessee typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Buncombe, Tennessee, 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 Buncombe, Tennessee, 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 Buncombe, Tennessee ranges from $1764 to $9035. The average Memory Care cost in Buncombe, Tennessee is $4,953. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Buncombe, Tennessee typically starts at $1764. 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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