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Assisted living costs in Dean average about $4,022 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 71 communities in Dean. Our detailed directory has 401 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 have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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, 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, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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
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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 are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
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.
Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
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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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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
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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.
Hominy Valley Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the beautiful and quiet community of Candler, North Carolina. Surrounded by breath taking views, this is the perfect place for you to call home. Candler is a peaceful mountain community that lies in between Canton and...
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The owners of Stonehenge Senior Living, [names removed], care deeply about seniors and their quality of life. The facility is clean. Each staff member cares about each resident. They are diligent 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.
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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We chose Beehive Homes because they are so close and they were willing to work with my loved one's need for a catheter. Beehive Homes is a great place. The staff are very, very nice; they care for 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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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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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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This is a really big facility and I think that they could probably use more staff to make sure that things are being done properly. I am not very pleased with the whole thing. I guess they do the best that...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Dean, NC

The average cost of senior living in Dean is $4,022 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Andrews, NC with an average of $2,738 per month.

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

Dean, NC
$4,022/mo
$3,418/mo

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

Dean, NC
$4,022/mo
U.S. national average
$4,779/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,022/mo
$4,859/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,644/mo
Studio
$4,434/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,739/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,708/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,675/mo

Senior living costs in Dean 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: Dean, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDean, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,022/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$4,859/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living$3,309/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Dean, NC:$4,022/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Dean, NC:$4,859/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Dean, NC:$3,309/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dean, 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 Dean.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dean

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dean

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Stonehenge Assisted Living 3 in Blairsville, GA

4.7
My mother lived in Stonehenge for 3 years before she moved to a nursing home. She loved it and we loved it. The staff was very caring, the food was good, and her time there was very pleasant. Beautiful deck with nice views, large room and bath, loving staff.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and warmth of staff members at various communities, such as Belvedere Commons, Keowee Place, and Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square. Residents and family members feel at ease and appreciated, with staff members going above and beyond to ensure comf ...
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Impeccably clean and well-maintained facilities. Numerous reviews mention the meticulous upkeep of common areas and private rooms at facilities like Brookdale Sevierville and The Overlook. This attention to cleanliness and maintenance not only enhances the overall living experience but also contributes to the residents' well-being and peace of ...
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Personalized care and attention. Reviews highlight the tailored care and attention provided by staff members at communities like Keowee Square, Oaks at Seneca, and Heather Glen Assisted Living. This individualized approach ensures that residents' unique needs and preferences are met, leading to a more satisfying and fulfilling ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Communities like Brookdale Central and Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square offer a wide range of activities to cater to diverse interests. Residents enjoy activities like crafts, games, and social events, which help foster connections, promote mental and physical well-being, and create a vi ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Throughout the reviews, quality and variety of meals are frequently mentioned as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their chosen community. For example, Belvedere Commons, The Overlook, and Keowee Place all receive praise for their excellent dining experiences and accom ...
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Clear and consistent communication. Reviews express appreciation for open and frequent communication between staff and families at communities like Keowee Square, Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square, and The Willows of Easley. This transparent exchange of information helps families feel involved and informed, ensuring peace o ...
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Dean review score based on 86 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 86 reviews of 57 Dean assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dean 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

Dean review score compared against nearby cities

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Dean, NC57 facilities
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Review subcategories for Dean 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 86 reviews of 57 Dean assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dean 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.
Dean, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Dean assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dean assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dean, 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 Dean 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 Dean that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dean, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dean 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 Dean Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dean, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dean 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 Dean partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dean, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dean 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 Dean communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dean, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
22.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dean 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 Dean offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dean, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
15.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dean

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