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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Democrat, NC
Assisted living costs in Democrat average about $4,369 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 11 communities in Democrat. Our detailed directory has 87 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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9.5
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21 reviews
My loved one was a resident at Mars Hill Manor. We loved the staff. They were very friendly and were great about taking my Mom to meals and tried to get her to go to activities. We wished we had moved her...
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.
Mars Hill Manor is a special place, unlike any other community option in WNC. Located just 15 minutes from Asheville, the town of Mars Hill offers beautiful mountain views and charm only a college town can offer. With 56 apartments, our community sets a higher standard for spacious, residential...
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8.9
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56 reviews
I liked the place and would have kept her there but she said she didn't like it. There were always activities and she did a lot of walking to stay active. I only worried about her getting enough to drink...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Reynolds MountainIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Asheville, North Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security,...
8.5
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2 reviews
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Yancey House is an assisted living and memory care community located in Burnsville, NC. Burnsville is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina & rests in the shadow of Mount Mitchell which has the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. It is known as 'The Heart of the Blue...
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My mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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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Cost of assisted living in Democrat, NC
The average cost of senior living in Democrat is $4,369 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spruce Pine, NC with an average of $3,336 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Democrat, NC vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Democrat, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Democrat
Recent reviews for assisted living in Democrat
Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC
4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Brookdale Asheville Overlook
4.0
Mom only had one week at Brookdale. She had a mini stroke or episode that made us take her to the hospital. They did not want her back at Brookdale because they didn't have the care she needed so we moved her into a skilled nursing facility. She really liked Brookdale for that week so I would ...
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Mars Hill Manor
4.6
Mom has really enjoyed being at MarsHill Manor and the staff is very friendly. The staff that they have are great but not enough staff to care for the residents they have. Mom talks about the food and how good it is.
Democrat review score based on 30 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 30 reviews of 9 Democrat assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Democrat 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 Democrat 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 30 reviews of 9 Democrat assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Democrat 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.Democrat, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Democrat assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Democrat assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Democrat, 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 Democrat 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 Democrat that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Democrat, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
11.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Democrat 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 Democrat Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Democrat, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
11.1%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Democrat 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 Democrat partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Democrat, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Democrat 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 Democrat communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Democrat, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Democrat 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 Democrat offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Democrat, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Democrat
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 Democrat protect seniors.
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Mars Hill Manor, Harmony at Reynolds Mountain and Arbor Terrace of Asheville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Democrat, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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