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Assisted living costs in Alton average about $4,709 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 124 communities in Alton. Our detailed directory has 2264 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
If you are retired from work, but not from life, consider Carolina Village in Rock Hill, South Carolina. As a suburb of Charlotte, North Carolina, Rock Hill is a growing, thriving community. The spacious Carolina Village campus provides a country setting on the outskirts of this bustling...
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.
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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The facility is hard to get a hold of when you are calling in. My MIL is happy there. They just hired a bunch of new staff so they are still learning and it's a little harder to get questions answered if...
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, 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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Brookdale has been a great fit for my mom. It has been especially challenging during the pandemic, but they have done a good job of helping my mom settle in and helping me to feel comfortable that she is...
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 wonderful and I would recommend it to anyone. This community is very clean. The staff are good and they have wonderful meals.My husband is doing much better since moving into this community
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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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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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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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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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
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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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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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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.
Welcome to The Willows at York, a place to call home. Many do.The Willows at York offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff that greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Living Choices: Assisted...
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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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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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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.
Woodlawn Haven Woodlawn Haven is an assisted living community nestled in Mount Holly, North Carolina. Our campus is conveniently located to route 27 and nestled in the deep green of Mount Holly North Carolina. We provide ample parking for both residents and their visiting friends and family....
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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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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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It has been a good fit for my dad at Pinedale Residential Center. The community is conveniently located for us to come and visit him often. He is really happy there. I haven't had a chance to eat there with...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Alton, NC

The average cost of senior living in Alton is $4,709 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Polkton, NC with an average of $4,255 per month.

Assisted living costs in Alton, NC, vs. nearby cities

Alton, NC
$4,709/mo
$5,094/mo
$4,949/mo

Assisted living costs in Alton, NC, vs. state and national averages

Alton, NC
$4,709/mo
U.S. national average
$4,837/mo

Assisted living costs in Alton, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,709/mo
$5,278/mo

Assisted living costs in Alton, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,901/mo
Studio
$4,769/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,592/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,561/mo

Senior living costs in Alton 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: Alton, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlton, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,709/mo$4,454/mo$4,837/mo
Memory Care$5,278/mo$5,319/mo$5,607/mo
Independent Living$3,631/mo$3,699/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Alton, NC:$4,709/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Memory Care
Alton, NC:$5,278/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
Independent Living
Alton, NC:$3,631/mo
North Carolina:$3,699/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Assisted living costs in Alton, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Alton 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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Assisted living cost trends in Alton, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Alton 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
Alton, NC$5,473/mo$4,990/mo+9.7%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Alton, NC
2024 average cost:$5,473/mo
2023 average cost:$4,990/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alton, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Alton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Alton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Alton

TerraBella Little Avenue in Charlotte, NC

5.0
We like TerraBella Little Avenue because the facility was smaller than the other ones that we visited. It seemed like the best fit for my loved one. I would recommend this facility to others.

Best of Care Assisted Living in Kannapolis, NC

5.0
Best of Care Assisted Living has been a great place. I've felt that the care there has been better than any place that my loved one has been thus far in the Salisbury area. It's actually in Kannapolis. It's a smaller, family owned establishment. The owner even helps out when needed and even ...
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Brookdale New Hope in Gastonia, NC

4.9
Cost went up abruptly 15%, but they worked with me to adjust down some. Overall it has been a very positive experience. The staff are very friendly and attentive to our mother's needs. They assisted greatly with the passing of our father. Very compassionate and experienced in dealing with ...
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Alton review score based on 587 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 587 reviews of 111 Alton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alton review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Alton review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Alton, NC111 facilities
8.5
Monroe, NC5 facilities
8.8
Wingate, NC5 facilities

Review subcategories for Alton assisted living

When assisted living 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 587 reviews of 111 Alton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alton resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.9
4.0
Care services
3.5
3.6
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.5
3.5
Activities
3.5
3.5
Value for cost*
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3.6
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Alton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alton, 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 Alton assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alton 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
58.6%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.4%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.1%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.6%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.3%
52.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Alton assisted living

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 Alton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alton, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.8%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.8%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.6%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alton assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alton 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
27%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.3%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
44.1%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Alton assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.6%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
39.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alton assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.7%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.5%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.9%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.5%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.1%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.6%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.4%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.1%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
57.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.8%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.4%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alton protect seniors.
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Brookdale Union Park, Brookdale Monroe Square and Morningside of Concord are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Alton, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 124 assisted living facilities near Alton, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Alton, North Carolina are Morningside of Gastonia, Legacy Heights Senior Living Community and Brookdale Charlotte East. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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