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Assisted living costs in Baldwin average about $3,963 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 63 communities in Baldwin. Our detailed directory has 393 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.
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It is a excellent place to stay they keep it clean and the people is real nice and they do activities and they go shopping to and they know how to cook and never late always on time never late feeding them
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Our senior living campus is located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley. We are only minutes from Hugh Chatham Hospital. Yadkin Valley Senior Living includes a 60 bed assisted living community, and has 8 independent living apartment units towards the back of the campus. Elkin, NC is home the Yadkin...
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We lived at one time at a different independent living place which we did like move to abundant the apartments are large we have 1200sq feet bath and half washier and dryer full kitchen excellent place to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 goes there for respite stays when my husband and I need a break. She has stayed a month at a time before. They're always very accommodating, even if I need to make arrangements at the last minute....
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.
Catawba Valley Living at Rock Barn is Catawba County's newest Assisted Living Community opening in 2006.  We are located seven miles from Hickory off of interstate 40.  Our property is adjacent to  Rock Barn Golf and Spa, home of the Greater Hickory Classic, part of...
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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
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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
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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
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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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I like knowing that my mom is happy at this caring community. We like that she is living. in a clean community. The meals are amazing and a great variety for her to choose from. The suite she has and she...
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.
Oakmont at Gordon Park is a dream of three local life long friends, J.J. Gillenwater, Blair Jones and Jeff Tickle who were each born and raised in Bristol. While searching for options for their own families these three gentleman saw the need for a new community with a new vision of enriched...
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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.
Brockford Inn has been providing elder care to our local community for over 40 years. Our staff has an equal amount of experience working with the geriatric population suffering from dementia, mental challenges, and being homeless. We are a family owned company, located in Granite Falls, NC. Our...
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.
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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, 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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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.
Cambridge House is a senior living community located in Hildebran, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Cambridge House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life...
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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.
Walden House is a senior living community located in Hickory, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Walden House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and...
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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.
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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.
Photo of The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Meadows
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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
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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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Baldwin, NC

The average cost of senior living in Baldwin is $3,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hudson, NC with an average of $3,451 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Baldwin, NC vs. nearby cities

Baldwin, NC
$3,963/mo
$3,911/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Baldwin, NC vs. the state and national average

Baldwin, NC
$3,963/mo
U.S. national average
$4,652/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Baldwin vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,963/mo
$4,681/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Baldwin, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,820/mo
Studio
$4,846/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,694/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,607/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,200/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Baldwin over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Baldwin, 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 Baldwin.

What families are saying about assisted living in Baldwin

Recent reviews for assisted living in Baldwin

Brookdale Lenoir

4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!

Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon

5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens

3.8
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently dramatically improved with the hiring of a really good activities director. Previously, there ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities. For instance, at Brookdale Falling Creek, the staff goes above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome and cared for. At Faith Assisted Living, the staff is friendly and helpfu ...
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Customized care for individual residents. Several reviews highlight the importance of personalized care in assisted living communities. At Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City, the meals are tailored to residents' preferences, and the chef and understudy create high-quality, delicious food. At Heritage Care of Conover, staff work ...
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Safe and welcoming environment. Many reviews express gratitude for the safe and warm atmosphere at various communities. For instance, at Brookdale Bristol, the community feels like a home, with friendly staff and a variety of activities to keep residents engaged and included. At Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City, the ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Residents appreciate the wide range of activities offered in communities. For example, at Heritage Care of Conover, the activities coordinator plans numerous and various activities to keep residents active and entertained. At Brookdale Bristol, there's always something fun to do, like music ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction at different communities. For instance, at Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City, the food receives ten stars, with the chef and understudy creating delicious, nutritious meals for residents. At American House Johnson Ci ...
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Friendly and helpful staff members are a common thread in positive reviews. For example, at Brookdale Johnson City, staff are always ready to help and engage in friendly banter with residents. At Heritage Care of Conover, staff go above and beyond, meeting residents' needs and making them fe ...
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Baldwin review score based on 156 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 156 reviews of 52 Baldwin assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Baldwin 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

Baldwin review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Baldwin, NC52 facilities
8.1
West Jefferson, NC67 facilities
8.1
Jefferson, NC65 facilities

Review subcategories for Baldwin 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 156 reviews of 52 Baldwin assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Baldwin 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
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Baldwin assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Baldwin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Baldwin, 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 Baldwin 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 Baldwin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Baldwin, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.1%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Baldwin 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 Baldwin Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Baldwin, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Baldwin 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 Baldwin 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
25%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Baldwin 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 Baldwin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
5.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
32.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Baldwin 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 Baldwin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40.4%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
28.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.6%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Baldwin

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Baldwin protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Johnson City and Brookdale Falling Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Baldwin, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 63 assisted living facilities near Baldwin, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Baldwin, North Carolina is Brookdale Johnson City. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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