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Assisted living costs in Elkin average about $4,167 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 108 communities in Elkin. Our detailed directory has 911 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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Piedmont Village of Yadkinville Piedmont Village at Yadkinville is an assisted living community located in Yadkinville, NC. The city of Yadkinville is located in Yadkin County and is home to about 2,800 people. Yadkinville is a small town where residents can take relaxing walks, run errands and...
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Twelve Oaks is a senior living community located in Mt.Airy, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Twelve Oaks we provide assisted living and Alzheimer's care. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping...
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My mother is doing much better since her move to this facility. I know people that lived here prior to her move in so I knew it was a good place. The food is very good and they try to do everything they can...
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In late April, my mother, who lived alone, was admitted to the hospital, dealing with several medical conditions. The doctors determined she could no longer live alone. Two weeks later she was transferred to...
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The Crest of ClemmonsThe Crest of Clemmons is an assisted living community located in Clemmons, NC. The city of Clemmons is located in Forsyth County and is home to just over 19,000 people. Clemmons is a small town where residents can visit local stores, run errands, go to group events, or relax...
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For older adults desiring companionship or needing assisted living care, EdenGardens of Statesville provides more than just a place to live - it is a place to live well. EdenGardens’ beautiful campus, nestled among six wooded acres, is residential in look and feel. Our tastefully decorated...
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Southfork is a senior living community located in Winston Salem, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Southfork we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and...
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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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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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.
Piedmont Village at Newton is an assisted living community located in Newton, NC. The city of Newton is located in Catawba County and is home to about 13,000 people. Newton is a small town where residents can enjoy going out for relaxing walks, going to run errands, or relaxing in the comfort of...
Cost of assisted living in Elkin, NC
The average cost of senior living in Elkin is $4,167 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dobson, NC with an average of $3,358 per month.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Elkin
Recent reviews for assisted living in Elkin
Brookdale Lenoir
4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!
Somerset Court of Mocksville
5.0
They really do an excellent job. They deal really well with both the residents and their families. They are very patient and understanding and go out of their way to help out in any way they can. I highly recommend Somerset Court of Mocksville to anyone else who needs a place for their ...
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Forest Ridge in West Jefferson, NC
4.1
I would suggest you check other places out. The nursing care isn't the best. The community is on the expensive side.
There are activities going on at different times for the residents. There are physical activates such as exercises and we have an activities director on site.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and friendly staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members towards residents at various communities, such as Heritage Care of Conover, Cadence at Clemmons by Cogir, and Brookdale Falling Creek, making for a warm and welcoming environment.
Variety of enjoyable activities. Activities are another popular feature mentioned in several reviews, with communities like Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Brookdale Reynolda Road, and Cadence at Clemmons by Cogir offering a range of engaging options to keep residents active and engaged.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Residents and families consistently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities at communities, such as Brookdale Salisbury, TerraBella Newton, and Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant living experience.
Flexible apartment sizes. Several reviews mention the availability of various apartment sizes to accommodate different living needs at communities like Heritage of Cedar Rock, Brookstone Terrace of Thomasville, and Brookdale Hickory Northeast.
Individualized care plans. Individualized care plans are praised for their effectiveness in catering to residents' unique needs at communities like Summit Place of Mooresville, Forest Heights Senior Living, and Brookdale High Point.
Supportive and responsive staff. Residents and families appreciate the responsiveness and supportiveness of staff at communities such as Jurney's of Statesville, Harmony at Brookberry Farm, and Cadence at Clemmons by Cogir, ensuring peace of mind and addressing any concerns promptly.
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Elkin review score based on 258 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 258 reviews of 81 Elkin assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Elkin 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
Elkin review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Elkin 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 258 reviews of 81 Elkin assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elkin 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.Elkin, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Elkin assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elkin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elkin, 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 Elkin 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 Elkin 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
51.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.1%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Elkin 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 Elkin 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
46.9%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elkin 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 Elkin 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
24.7%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.3%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
14.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Elkin 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 Elkin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.5%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
29.6%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elkin 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 Elkin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.5%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.2%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elkin
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 Elkin protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Brookdale Reynolda Road are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Elkin, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 108 assisted living facilities near Elkin, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Elkin, North Carolina are Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem and Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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