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Assisted living costs in Doe Creek average about $4,134 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 46 communities in Doe Creek. Our detailed directory has 684 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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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 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...
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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...
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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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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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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.
WATERBROOKE ASSISTED LIVINGVery Clean & Safe Beds Available (6) Semi Private Rooms (4) Private Rooms Medicaid Accepted (Yes) Out of State Transfers (Yes) Males & Females Welcome!
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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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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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My mother was moved to Champions in April. After a bit of an adjustment period she has come to fit in well there. She has also begun to thrive. Her social interactions have increased, her general well...
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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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We have lived here for 5+ years and believe they are some of the best years in our our 60 years of marriage. Our food service brought to our apt. door each day is varied and delicious. During this pandemic...
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.
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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, 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.
West Bladen Assisted Living is a located in stunning Bladenboro, NC. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, serene and peaceful living quarters and an abundance of beautiful wildlife, this residential community is one that seniors love to call their home. Family members coming to visit a loved one...
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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.
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. ...

Cost of assisted living in Doe Creek, NC

The average cost of senior living in Doe Creek is $4,134 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Waccamaw, NC with an average of $2,883 per month.

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

Doe Creek, NC
$4,134/mo
$4,192/mo

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

Doe Creek, NC
$4,134/mo
U.S. national average
$4,652/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,134/mo
$4,611/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,275/mo
Studio
$4,819/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,992/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,643/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,265/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Doe Creek over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Doe Creek, 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 Doe Creek.

What families are saying about assisted living in Doe Creek

Recent reviews for assisted living in Doe Creek

River Park Senior Living in Little River, SC

4.0
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.

Stonebridge at Woodbury Assisted Living and Memory Care in Hampstead, NC

4.8
The staff are very friendly and very adamant about their pandemic protocols. I would recommend the community to others. My friend one has not complained about the food. They have stopped activities due to the pandemic.

Porters Neck Village in Wilmington, NC

4.7
We are thrilled with how well we are being taken care of during these difficult times! We are fed door to door, brought groceries we have ordered and prescriptions door to door, given daily fun tasks and exercises on our closed circuit TV and shown daily happy faces by our attending associates. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and skilled staff. Several reviews mention the high level of care and attention provided by the staff at various communities, such as Brookdale Conway and Anderson Oaks Assisted Living, where they go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and make new friends. However, some communities, like The ...
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Variety of engaging activities. A key feature of many communities is the diverse range of activities offered to residents, allowing them to stay active and social. Families praise the wide range of offerings at communities like Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living, Portside at Grande Dunes, and Indigo at Carolina Forest, inc ...
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High-quality and personalized meals. Meals are another crucial aspect of senior living communities, with many reviews commenting on the importance of quality and individualized options. At communities like TerraBella Southport, New Haven at Little River, and Morningside of Wilmington, residents appreciate the attention given ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Reviews consistently highlight cleanliness as a priority, with residents and families expressing satisfaction with the upkeep of both private rooms and communal areas. Portside at Grande Dunes, Anderson Oaks Assisted Living, and Myrtle Beach Manor all received praise for their clean and we ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Effective communication between staff and families is important in ensuring the care and well-being of residents. Families at Inlet Coastal Resort, The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, and New Haven at Little River appreciate the open dialogue and regular updates provided by their loved ones' ...
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Welcoming and compassionate environment. Reviews often emphasize the importance of a friendly and warm atmosphere in senior living communities. Spring Arbor of Wilmington, Indigo at Carolina Forest, and Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living all received praise for their welcoming and compassionate environments, where residents feel at ...
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Doe Creek review score based on 186 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 186 reviews of 38 Doe Creek assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Doe Creek 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

Doe Creek review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Doe Creek, NC38 facilities
8.6
Shallotte, NC50 facilities
8.8
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Review subcategories for Doe Creek 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 186 reviews of 38 Doe Creek assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Doe Creek 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
4.6
4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Doe Creek assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Doe Creek assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Doe Creek, 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 Doe Creek 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 Doe Creek 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
57.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.7%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.8%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Doe Creek 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 Doe Creek 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
52.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Doe Creek 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 Doe Creek 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
15.8%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
26.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.9%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Doe Creek 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 Doe Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
26.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Doe Creek 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 Doe Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.6%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
34.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Doe Creek

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 Doe Creek protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Indigo at Carolina Forest, Anderson Oaks Assisted Living and Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Doe Creek, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 46 assisted living facilities near Doe Creek, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Doe Creek, North Carolina is Indigo at Carolina Forest. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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