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Assisted living costs in Dennis average about $4,575 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 18 communities in Dennis. Our detailed directory has 269 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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Photo of Walnut Ridge
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55 Floor plans available
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8.8
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14 reviews
8.8
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5 on all areas - my dad was treated like a human being with lots of compassion at Walnut Ridge, the staff was amazing especially [name removed]. My dad absolutely loves that sweet girl. I will say he was not...
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.
Placed smack-dab in the tiny community of Walnut Cove in North Carolina, Walnut Ridge Assisted Living, with the appeal of a small town, is the place to be for the elderly who require and want independent living but yet cannot for whatever reason live alone anymore. We offer customized care with...
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9.6
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91 reviews
9.6
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91 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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For all a 5 but for value for the money we still waiting on a breakdown of Dad's charges. I love the care he is getting. Much better than other places we had Dad before. Staff is very attentive, staff very...
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.
Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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Photo of Brookdale Reynolda Road
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22 Floor plans available
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9.5
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35 reviews
9.5
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35 reviews
5 star
46%
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29%
3 star
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The facility is on the small side, feels very homey, staff is extremely pleasant and helpful. They are very encouraging to the residents to be involved in the different activities.
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.
Residents in our community, located in beautiful Winston-Salem, N.C., get the benefit of living among others who share their interests, hobbies and life experiences while knowing that we’re always there to help take care of their needs 24/7. With a vibrant activity calendar that changes each day,...
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Photo of PruittPlace Winston Salem
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88 Floor plans available
9.2
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81 reviews
9.2
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81 reviews
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Every staff member I run into says hello! I am welcome to see my mom anytime and even eat with her if I want. The food is good and they have a great snack selection. My mom loves the games like bingo and...
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 Home to PruittPlace Winston Salem! This community is devoted to a higher standard of living for seniors who need assisted living or the security and structure of memory care services. We have raised the bar in the assisted living industry by providing unsurpassable care. In addition, our...
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8.4
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31 reviews
8.4
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31 reviews
5 star
52%
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Mostly very good and caring. Sometimes delay or confusion over medical bureaucracy between primary doctor and facility doctor- communication. I would recommend to others.
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.
Providing the best senior care in Kernersville, North Carolina, Kerner Ridge prides itself on advanced quality care, the integrity and fine work ethic of our staff and our recreational activities that ensure that our residents always have something to look forward to. No matter what our...
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8.0
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I thank God we found Shuler Health Care for my mother. They took wonderful care of her for over six years. When we first searched for care, we found numerous places that were two to three times the price,...
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.
Shuler Health Care Assisted Living offers assisted living in 5 brick, ranch style villas in a cozy cul-de-sac in Kernersville. We prepare 3 meals and 3 snacks daily. We can provide assistance with the Activities of Daily Living, when necessary. Medical transportation is included as well as...
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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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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
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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
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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On Saturday [date removed] I was privileged to attend the Mothers day party for the patience at the facility. We had an awesome lunch and activities. [name removed] the Activities Director done super job as...
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.
    Bradford Village East is located in historic Kernersville in the heart of the Triad.  Our mission is to create a safe, comfortable, secure, home-like environment for the residents as well as the families of those with whom we have been entrusted.  We believe in...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Dennis, NC

The average cost of senior living in Dennis is $4,575 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Bend, NC with an average of $4,069 per month.

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

Dennis, NC
$4,575/mo

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

Dennis, NC
$4,575/mo
U.S. national average
$4,779/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,575/mo
$5,495/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,801/mo
Studio
$5,752/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,313/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,499/mo

Senior living costs in Dennis 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: Dennis, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDennis, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,575/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,495/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living$4,123/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Dennis, NC:$4,575/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Dennis, NC:$5,495/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Dennis, NC:$4,123/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dennis, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dennis 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
Dennis, NC$4,840/mo$4,903/mo-1.3%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Dennis, NC
2024 average cost:$4,840/mo
2023 average cost:$4,903/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dennis, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Dennis

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dennis

Mountain Valley Living Center in Westfield, NC

4.3
I have the cleanliness an overall 3 out of 5 because while most of the facility is clean at times, they have neglected to clean the toilets and floors in our loved ones room.

Brookdale Reynolda Road in Winston-Salem, NC

4.8
My dad passed away [date removed]. He was there at Brookdale a total of 6 months. Those 6 months gave him a great quality of life in large part to the kind efforts of Brookdale's staff. They checked on him often. They made his health and comfort a priority. The staff was also kind and ...
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Abbotswood At Irving Park in Greensboro, NC

5.0
I rate all seven categories a 5 for Abbotswood At Irving Park community. They have genuinely caring staff, quality activities. It is costly but worth it to me. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Kind and Compassionate Staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and compassion of the staff at various communities, with families expressing appreciation for the care and consideration they displayed towards their loved ones. At PruittPlace Winston Salem, the staff went above and beyond to ensure residents were well tak ...
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Supportive Environment for Pets. Many reviews highlight the welcoming attitude towards pets in senior living communities, allowing residents to bring their beloved companions with them. At Brookdale Reynolda Road, the staff were noted for their support and accommodations for residents' pets, making their living experience eve ...
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Regular Activities and Engagement. Several communities offer regular activities to keep residents engaged and socially active. At PruittPlace Winston Salem, residents enjoyed engaging in activities such as Bingo and exercise classes. At Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem, the activities director organized events, including a c ...
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Effective Communication with Families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families was a notable feature in several reviews. At Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem, staff kept families informed about their loved ones' well-being and any concerns. At Kerner Ridge, the community director held regular meetings with f ...
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Well-Maintained Facilities. Reviews consistently mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in the living environment, with several communities receiving praise for their well-maintained facilities. At PruittPlace Winston Salem, the facility was noted for being clean and new, while at Kerner Ridge, the staff were ...
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Assistance with Daily Living Tasks. Several families expressed gratitude for the help their loved ones received with daily living tasks, allowing them to maintain their independence. At Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem, the staff were praised for their attentiveness and support, ensuring residents' needs were met with care and ...
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Dennis review score based on 51 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 51 reviews of 12 Dennis assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
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Dennis review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Dennis, NC12 facilities
8.9
Walkertown, NC20 facilities
8.7
Walnut Cove, NC24 facilities

Review subcategories for Dennis 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 51 reviews of 12 Dennis assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dennis 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.
Dennis, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Dennis assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dennis assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dennis, 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 Dennis 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 Dennis that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dennis, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.3%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dennis 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 Dennis Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dennis, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dennis 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 Dennis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dennis, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dennis 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 Dennis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dennis, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dennis 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 Dennis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dennis, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dennis

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

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