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Assisted living costs in Elizabethtown average about $5,285 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 42 communities in Elizabethtown. Our detailed directory has 274 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Lumberton, Roseboro and St. Pauls.

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 Red Springs Assisted Living
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...
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
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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...
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Every time I visit, which is often, I always see a staff cleaning the rooms and the restrooms. It always smells clean here. My dad is doing well in his new environment. The staff are very helpful. He is...
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.
Welcome to Wallace Gardens Care Center. To us, caring is more than providing excellent services. It's also being a companion and treating each guest with the upmost dignity, respect and compassion. Nestled in a beautiful, safe home-like environment. Wallace Gardens is conveniently located...
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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.
Photo of Gardens of Rose Hill
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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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.
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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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 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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Photo of B and B Assisted Living # 1
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.
Photo of Autumn Care of Raeford
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.
Photo of Rolling Ridge
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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My father was well taken care of there. They went out of there way to make him feel at home and cared for. The home is older but has gone under a new remodeling. I was very pleased with the way they care...
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.
At Shallotte Assisted Living we offer Private Pay and Medicaid Programs. Also, eighty beds are provided for individuals requiring assistance, but who desire to live as independently as possible. Each resident maintains high level of freedom in a semi-private room while at the same time receiving...
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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.
Photo of Prestwick Village Assisted Living
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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.
Photo of Johnson Better Care Facility
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 Elizabethtown, NC

The average cost of senior living in Elizabethtown is $5,285 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clarkton, NC with an average of $4,374 per month.

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

Elizabethtown, NC
$5,285/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,285/mo
$7,727/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,288/mo
Studio
$4,095/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,155/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,163/mo

Senior living costs in Elizabethtown 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: Elizabethtown, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElizabethtown, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,285/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,727/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,602/mo$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Elizabethtown, NC:$5,285/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Elizabethtown, NC:$7,727/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Elizabethtown, NC:$3,602/mo
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Elizabethtown, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Elizabethtown 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 average 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
Elizabethtown, NC$5,729/mo$5,297/mo+8.2%
North Carolina$5,729/mo$5,264/mo+8.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Elizabethtown, NC
2024 average cost:$5,729/mo
2023 average cost:$5,297/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,729/mo
2023 average cost:$5,264/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elizabethtown, 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 Elizabethtown.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elizabethtown

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elizabethtown

Shallotte Assisted Living, Inc.

5.0
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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Red Springs Assisted Living

4.7
The Red Springs Assisted Living is one of the best places. The affordability makes it great. The people that work there are awesome. They are friendly and helpful. My father seems to love the food there. The communication with the staff has been good. It's very easy to communicate with them. The ...
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New Hanover House in Wilmington, NC

5.0
The community is really nice and clean. The staff is outstanding. The food does need improvement if a few areas. They offer a lot of nice activities for her to enjoy. They take their time in helping you feel welcome. We would welcome families to this community for good care and a nice family ...
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Elizabethtown review score based on 66 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 66 reviews of 42 Elizabethtown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elizabethtown 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

Elizabethtown review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Elizabethtown, NC42 facilities
9.0
Whiteville, NC46 facilities
8.1
Lumberton, NC44 facilities

Review subcategories for Elizabethtown 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 66 reviews of 42 Elizabethtown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elizabethtown 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.
Elizabethtown, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
2.6
3.4
Friendliness
2.8
3.5
Care services
2.5
3.2
Staff
2.6
3.4
Meals & dining
2.5
3.1
Activities
2.4
3.1
Value for cost*
2.3
3.1
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Elizabethtown assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elizabethtown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elizabethtown, 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 Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elizabethtown, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.1%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.6%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elizabethtown, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.8%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elizabethtown, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elizabethtown, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elizabethtown, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.8%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.5%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.1%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
23.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
19%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.5%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elizabethtown

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 Elizabethtown protect seniors.
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