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Assisted living costs in Blacknel average about $4,999 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 152 communities in Blacknel. Our detailed directory has 2141 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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I had to move my mom in a short period of time, at the time she was being discharged from rehab. Although the rehab center was recommending long term nursing care, we wanted to have her continue with...
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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My mother has made comments that the staff are all very kind to the residence As far as the activities go - It would be nice if they could take the residents on simple outings to somewhere other than target...
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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.
Foundation Senior Living provides services for senior adults who wish to remain as self-reliant as possible while receiving support from care staff, 24/7.We provide care and services to fit the individual lifestyles of seniors who need minimal assistance with activities of daily living while...
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This community came highly recommend to us, and we can't say anything other then we are completely impressed. When we first walk through the door someone is always there to greet us, and there is no stich...
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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The staff was very good and very attentive to my mother. Even times when I went at different times than my usual they were with her someone was. When she passed away I had just had open shoulder surgery so I...
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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My dad’s transition to memory care was the best decision that could have been made for him. He is adjusting well and he is content. He loves the food and the caregivers. He rarely asks to go home now. We...
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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Overall decent. Staff very caring. Often physical access for family was frustrating. Front door bell doesn't ring inside facility, so outside of weekdays 9-5 you had to wait until a staff person walked by. ...
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.
Community OverviewNestled in the heart of Southern Pines, our community delivers compassionate care tailored for each resident, an engaging lifestyle, and the comforts of a true place to call home. We proudly serve seniors through two distinct neighborhoods — Assisted Living and Memory Care —...
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Mother in law has been at Alamance House for four years. In that time she has been well taken care of, made new friends, Her medical needs have bee well taken care of with doctors who come to the facility...
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.
Alamance House Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in the hills of North Carolina's Piedmont region. Our caregiving staff makes Alamance House Assisted Living and Memory Care feel like home. We seek to preserve each resident's independence by promoting dignity and individual choice in a...
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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.
The Golden Years Assisted Living community is located in the gorgeous area of Burlington, NC. If you are in the market for an area that has a small town charm, then Burlington, NC may be just right for you. There are a number of parks and other recreation areas that will allow a senior to get out...
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Everything here has been wonderful here. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff communication with the family and friends has been great. They are responsive to the...
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've had loved ones at Blakey Hall, the Cottage and the Hamlet for over five years. We have largely been happy with the care, the services available, and the physical environment. We live in an area with...
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.
There are many choices out there for those searching for the perfect place to call home, and we appreciate what an unbelievably difficult decision this is. Blakey Hall Retirement Community is one of the most experienced and premier senior care communities in North Carolina. Opened in 1999 and...
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Photo of Sandy Ridge Memory Care and Assisted Living
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This is a memory care facility and it is probably as good as it can get. The staff are very friendly and forthcoming to the family with answers to our questions or concerns. The food is more geared towards...
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.
Welcome to Sandy Ridge a 4 STAR facility, located in a home away from home, country setting in Candor, the Peach capital of North Carolina. The Administration and Staff share in our Mission Statement:To provide the highest quality services, programs, and facilities to enhance the quality of life...
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My mother has only been a resident at North Pointe of Asheboro for a few weeks, but it has been a blessing! She needed a facility where her medications would be provided as scheduled and where meals would...
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.
North Pointe of Asheboro, a Victorian Senior Care community, is a family owned and operated agency. Victorian Senior Care has been serving the needs of seniors and their families since 1958. North Pointe of Asheboro is conveniently located off Highway 220 South between Greensboro and Asheboro and...
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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.
One Team, One Goal … Making a difference in the lives of others. The moment you enter our community, you’ll feel the warmth and inviting atmosphere all around. We pride ourselves on promoting a comforting, healthy and safe environment for each resident. Our team of caregivers are compassionate...
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They are very nice and friendly. There housekeeping skills are lacking. Dusting and vacuuming rooms and helping residents putting things away such as laundry and personal items. Sometimes the laundry isn't...
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.
Life feels easy at our verdant community in Smithfield, North Carolina. Take a stroll along our lushly landscaped walking paths, or rock gently in one of the traditionally-styled chairs that line our front porch. We’ve designed our Brookdale Smithfield campus to be comfortable and yet have...
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Due to my mother's bad eyesight, she has to be in an assisted living which has been a difficult adjustment for her. She has a nice room and we are working to make it feel more like home for her. The staff...
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.
Here at Zebulon House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when required, and freedom when desired. Residency includes a complete array of services and accommodations.
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Listen, take the tour, ask questions for example showering how many times per week, policies on medicines, food in room vs in dining area, visitations washing of clothing/bedding, LISTEN!! Ensure your...
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.
Roxboro Assisted Living offers expert care forseniors who need a helping hand with everyday tasks like dressing, bathing, managing medications, meal preparation and more. Our highly skilled and qualified team of senior experts allow our residents to live anoptimal life and gracefully age in...
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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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My mother has lived there for over a year now. Eno Pointe is a no-frills facility that is very reasonably priced. That said, the place is always clean, the staff are friendly and the grounds are kept up...
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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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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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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.
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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We moved my father into Phoenix Assisted Care after having him in another facility that was awful. While Phoenix a little outdated, and it’s not very large or fancy, it is so clean and nicely decorated. 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.
    Our management team, a family business, has over 20 years in Long Term Care.  Our family values carry over to our staff and residents, providing a comfortable and encouraging environment.     Our interdisciplinary care team is made up of a nurse, activity...
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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 agree with other reviewers My Mom was there for 2 years. The best 2 years of her life. She had been in a big facility and a Corporate Family Care home in town neither had the professionalism or ability...
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.
Crescent Green Assisted Living Community is nestled in the historic city of Carrboro N.C. Our focus is to offer personalized assistance and supportive services while providing compassionate care in a professionally operated facility.  At Crescent Green we take assisted living...
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Cost of assisted living in Blacknel, NC

The average cost of senior living in Blacknel is $4,999 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Lake, NC with an average of $4,045 per month.

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

Blacknel, NC
$4,999/mo
$5,009/mo
$4,922/mo

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

Blacknel, NC
$4,999/mo
U.S. national average
$4,837/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,999/mo
$5,955/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,109/mo
Studio
$5,476/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,829/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,887/mo

Senior living costs in Blacknel 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: Blacknel, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlacknel, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,999/mo$4,454/mo$4,837/mo
Memory Care$5,955/mo$5,319/mo$5,607/mo
Independent Living$4,388/mo$3,699/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Blacknel, NC:$4,999/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Memory Care
Blacknel, NC:$5,955/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
Independent Living
Blacknel, NC:$4,388/mo
North Carolina:$3,699/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Assisted living costs in Blacknel, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Blacknel 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Blacknel, NC$6,033/mo$5,569/mo+8.3%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Blacknel, NC
2024 average cost:$6,033/mo
2023 average cost:$5,569/mo
Percent change:+8.3%
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 Blacknel, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Blacknel

Recent reviews for assisted living in Blacknel

TerraBella Southern Pines

4.4
The main thing that sticks out about TerraBella Southern Pines is the staff who work there, they are extremely caring and friendly.

North Pointe of Asheboro in Randleman, NC

5.0
It has been five years this month since Mother chose to make North Pointe of Asheboro her home. I was impressed with the staff and facility on my first visit and have continued to value both even more over the years. An inviting atmosphere and home-like environment greets everyone at the door ...
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Phoenix Assisted Care in Cary, NC

4.0
My mother is doing very well at the Phoenix Assisted Care. The place is clean and well maintained. When we first moved in, she was in a shared room but has now moved into a private room. The meals they provide are very good.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Residents and families consistently praise the staff for their kindness and helpfulness at various communities, including HeartFields at Cary, Falls River Villages, and Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir. Staff members go the extra mile to make new residents feel welcome and ensure their need ...
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Thoughtfully planned activities. Communities like TerraBella Fuquay-Varina, Sanford Senior Living and Manor, and Morningside of Raleigh offer a variety of engaging activities to keep residents active and social. Activities range from daily games and crafts to outings and educational workshops.
Well-maintained living spaces. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Brookdale Durham, TerraBella Durham, and Sunrise of Raleigh, where residents enjoy their private rooms and common areas.
Comprehensive care services. Healthcare is a top priority at many senior living communities, including TerraBella Knightdale, Cadence at North Raleigh by Cogir, and Fox Hollow Senior Living, where residents have access to on-site medical care and medication management.
Professional and responsive communication. Families appreciate the clear and consistent communication they receive from staff at facilities like The Carolina Inn, Chatham Ridge Assisted Living, and Spring Arbor of Sandhills, ensuring they are always informed about their loved ones' care.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Communities such as , {{79993}}, and Brookdale Wake Forest are known for their high-quality meals and dietary accommodations, making mealtimes a highlight for residents.
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Blacknel review score based on 495 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 495 reviews of 114 Blacknel assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Blacknel 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

Blacknel review score compared against nearby cities

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Blacknel, NC114 facilities
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Pittsboro, NC169 facilities
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Sanford, NC148 facilities

Review subcategories for Blacknel 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 495 reviews of 114 Blacknel assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Blacknel 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
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Blacknel assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blacknel assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blacknel, 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 Blacknel 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 Blacknel 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.8%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.2%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Blacknel 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 Blacknel Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blacknel, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.6%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.2%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blacknel 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 Blacknel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blacknel, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.4%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
44.7%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.8%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.7%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Blacknel 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 Blacknel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blacknel, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.4%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.7%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
42.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blacknel 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 Blacknel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blacknel, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.8%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.2%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.6%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.2%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.4%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.4%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
49.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
34.2%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.4%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Blacknel

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 Blacknel protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

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