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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Columbus County, NC
Assisted living costs in Columbus County average about $3,857 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 56 communities in Columbus County. Our detailed directory has 655 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Longs, Whiteville and Lake Waccamaw.
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Poplar Heights Center is a senior community in quaint Elizabethtown, NC. An hour from the North Carolina beaches, our small town is personable and welcoming with unlimited services and amenities. Residents enjoy the newly renovated downtown area with plenty of shopping and dining opportunities. ...
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This has by any means of measurement been the hardest time of my life. It started with a diagnoses of Lewy Body Dementia! That diagnoses changed my life! And the life of everyone who cared ANYTHING about me!...
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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.
We have private and semi-private rooms. We also provide transportation to doctor’s appointments. We also have shopping, the residents own and operate a craft store, the proceeds go toward activities. We have an excellent activities department. We have life entertainment on special occasions, such...
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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.
Wesley Pines is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food and beverage;...
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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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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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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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My mom has been at the Kempton for almost a year now. The staff have all been fantastic. Her level of care has fluctuated based on needs at the time. The activities are frequent and engaging. She has become...
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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 Kempton at Brightmore provides a comfortable, safe and secure environment for senior adults who find living alone is no longer feasible. Our friendly staff encourages and assists each resident to live as independently as possible. Our program is designed for individuals who may need...
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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 beautiful with lots of different amenities. The care team has been truly a light to my loved one. They are always making sure her needs are being met and making her feel comfortable in her...
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.
Cedar Cove Assisted Living is located in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina. Situated in the heart of Wilmington, residents can enjoy the historic river district and the Riverwalk that makes its way around the Cape Fear River and three island beaches. Named 'The Next Big Thing' by...
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.
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, 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.
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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This place is fantastic. It is very clean and friendly. The staff is great with my mother. Tina the director is very easy to get up with and if I have any concerns about my mother they are quickly taken 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.
Victorian Senior Care provides services for senior adults at Red Springs Assisted Living located at 1301 East Fourth Avenue in Red Springs. Red Springs offers quality assisted living in attractive surroundings close to home. Our assisted living care provides services to fit the lifestyles of...
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.
Greystone Manor is an 81 bed facility with both private and semi-private rooms located on nine acres. It is secluded yet a small town (Red Springs) is located less than a mile away. It is a beautiful brick building with spacious porches. The rooms are large with a bathroom in each. We have...
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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, Hope Springs offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Hope Springs each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
Cost of assisted living in Columbus County, NC
The average cost of senior living in Columbus County is $3,857 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Waccamaw, NC with an average of $2,883 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Columbus County, NC vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Columbus County, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Columbus County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Columbus County, NC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Columbus County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Columbus County, NC
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Private income options in North Carolina
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What families are saying about assisted living in Columbus County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Columbus County
River Park Senior Living in Little River, SC
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We had a good experience with River Park Senior Living. Very nicely kept facility. People are nice. They have a reasonable amount of activities for the residents. Overall we're very pleased.
Shallotte Assisted Living, Inc.
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This is an older community but has undergone many upgrades. The Administrator went out of his way to transition my uncooperative mother. She now loves it and has many friends. She also can't wait to get back to her new "home" when we take her on outings. I am completely satisfied with the ...
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Myrtle Beach Manor
4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Myrtle Beach Manor and the overall experience has been good so far. The housekeeping is spotless. The staff is friendly. They have nice outdoor areas to take my loved one outside. They just completely renovated the entire building and did a great job. I'm ...
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Columbus County review score based on 183 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 183 reviews of 46 Columbus County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Columbus County 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
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Review subcategories for Columbus County 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 183 reviews of 46 Columbus County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Columbus County 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.Columbus County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Columbus County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbus County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbus County, 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 Columbus County 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 Columbus County 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
54.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.5%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.7%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Columbus County 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 Columbus County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbus County 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 Columbus County 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
17.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
19.6%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbus County 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 Columbus County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.2%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.8%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
23.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbus County 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 Columbus County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.1%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.9%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.6%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
39.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
28.3%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Columbus County
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 Columbus County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Indigo at Carolina Forest, Anderson Oaks Assisted Living and Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Columbus County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 56 assisted living facilities near Columbus County, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Columbus County, North Carolina is Indigo at Carolina Forest. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Columbus County
- Longs, South Carolina
- Whiteville, North Carolina
- Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina
- Loris, South Carolina
- Elizabethtown, North Carolina
- Ash, North Carolina
- Clarkton, North Carolina
- Duford, South Carolina
- Olyphic, North Carolina
- Wards, North Carolina
- Goose Hollow, North Carolina
- Bolton, North Carolina
- Brunswick, North Carolina
- Bladenboro, North Carolina
- Tabor City, North Carolina
- Orrum, North Carolina
- Riverview, North Carolina
- Simmons Bay, North Carolina
- Abbottsburg, North Carolina
- Jonesboro Crossing, North Carolina
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