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Assisted living costs in Central average about $4,062 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 137 communities in Central. Our detailed directory has 1227 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 could not have asked for a better place for my uncle. Everyone there was wonderful and we felt like family. The care was excellent. The food was very good. I would recommend this community.
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 Maple Woods and The Oaks, the Assisted Living communities of Peak Resources - Cherryville. We are eagerly anticipating the relationships that can be created between our family and yours. Through passion and knowledge, our staff is dedicated to establishing an environment where senior...
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My father has been @ Somerset for approximately 1 month. He has received excellent care & the nurses have been very attentive to him. I feel so much better knowing that he no longer alone in his home. He has...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Somerset Court of Cherryville offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Somerset Court of Cherryville, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued...
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I have enjoy working with [name removed]. She has helped me with improving my body where I have weakness. I can see and feel improvement in my legs, arms, and back. I will continue to work with her as I...
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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We have been pleased so far. It's clean. Staff is friendly, easy to reach and responsive. It's small, one level which makes it nice for residents with cognitive impairment to help not get confused. I would...
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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.
Terrace Ridge Assisted Living Terrace Ridge is conveniently located on Hudson Boulevard in one of Gastonia’s vibrant, prestigious neighborhoods. The community is convenient to nearby shops that provide variety and style to satisfy your most pressing need or most capricious whim. Excellent...
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When it comes to the value for cost is just went up to [fee removed] a month from[fee removed]. Way over priced. However, what we do like most about the community is the location, people, communication and...
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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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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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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My father in law was here for two weeks to do some therapy services after a fall at his house. He enjoyed getting to know the staff and he made a few friends to. The building could use some cosmetic updates...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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
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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.
For older adults desiring companionship or needing assisted living care, EdenGardens of Statesville provides more than just a place to live - it is a place to live well. EdenGardens’ beautiful campus, nestled among six wooded acres, is residential in look and feel. Our tastefully decorated...
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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, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: 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
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
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
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.
Piedmont Village of Yadkinville Piedmont Village at Yadkinville is an assisted living community located in Yadkinville, NC. The city of Yadkinville is located in Yadkin County and is home to about 2,800 people. Yadkinville is a small town where residents can take relaxing walks, run errands 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
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.
Piedmont Village at Newton is an assisted living community located in Newton, NC. The city of Newton is located in Catawba County and is home to about 13,000 people. Newton is a small town where residents can enjoy going out for relaxing walks, going to run errands, or relaxing in the comfort 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.
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They were huge and they had all levels of care. We used them for rehab, and for memory care. In the rehab they knew that she had to be secured so they made sure to have her in a secure section when she was...
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.
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.
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
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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 Central, NC

The average cost of senior living in Central is $4,062 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Granite Falls, NC with an average of $3,398 per month.

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

Central, NC
$3,997/mo
$3,938/mo

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

Central, NC
$3,997/mo
U.S. national average
$4,798/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,997/mo
$4,932/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,336/mo
Studio
$5,303/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,181/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,602/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Central over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Central, 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 Central.

What families are saying about assisted living in Central

Recent reviews for assisted living in Central

Cadence at Clemmons by Cogir

4.5
The staff members that work at the Cadence at Clemmons really works well together to make the place feel like a home for the residents there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

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!

Somerset Court of Mocksville

5.0
They really do an excellent job. They deal really well with both the residents and their families. They are very patient and understanding and go out of their way to help out in any way they can. I highly recommend Somerset Court of Mocksville to anyone else who needs a place for their ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews from communities like Cadence at Huntersville by Cogir, Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living, Heritage of Cedar Rock, and Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem mention the kindness and dedication of the staff towards their residents. They go above and beyond to ensure residents' n ...
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Variety of activities for social engagement. Residents find joy in the numerous activities offered at various communities, such as Concord Place, Brookdale Robinwood, and Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir. These activities include movie nights, gardening, outings, and more, fostering social connections and keeping residents active.
Frequent communication between staff and families. Communication is a priority at many communities, including Brookdale Falling Creek, Heritage Care of Conover, and Cadence at Huntersville by Cogir, where families praise the openness and responsiveness of the staff in updating them on their loved ones' care and progress.
Individually tailored care plans. Some reviews from communities such as Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem, Brookdale Peachtree (AL), and Cadence at Huntersville by Cogir highlight the personalized care plans that cater to each resident's unique needs, providing peace of mind for families and ensuring quality care for their ...
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Well-maintained and clean facilities. Communities like Brookdale Reynolda Road, Forest Heights Senior Living, and Mountain Valley Living Center emphasize the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in their facilities. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining a comfortable and inviting environment.
Thoughtful and compassionate end-of-life care. Communities like Brookdale Robinwood, Brookdale Reynolda Road, and Yadkin Valley Senior Living offer thoughtful and compassionate end-of-life care. These communities were praised for their understanding, support, and comforting environment during this difficult time.
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Central review score based on 340 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 340 reviews of 137 Central assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Central 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

Central review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Central, NC137 facilities
7.9
Love Valley, NC157 facilities
8.8
Harmony, NC16 facilities

Review subcategories for Central 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 340 reviews of 137 Central assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Central 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
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
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4.1
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Central assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Central assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Central, 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 Central 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 Central 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
38.7%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.3%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.2%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.5%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Central 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 Central Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Central, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.2%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.7%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.3%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Central 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 Central 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
17.5%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
24.8%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Central 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 Central communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
13.9%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.9%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
19%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.8%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Central 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 Central offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.3%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.4%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.6%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.1%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.7%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.4%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.1%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.8%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
34.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
24.8%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.6%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Central

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 Central protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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