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Assisted living costs in Fero average about $4,967 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 121 communities in Fero. Our detailed directory has 1146 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Marion, Morganton and Black Mountain.

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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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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I have been impressed by the individual attention shown to my aunt and by the communication from the staff. The facility is down-to-earth, clean, well-run, and the staff is competent and caring. There are...
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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.
Cambridge House is a senior living community located in Hildebran, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Cambridge House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life...
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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.
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.
Brockford Inn has been providing elder care to our local community for over 40 years. Our staff has an equal amount of experience working with the geriatric population suffering from dementia, mental challenges, and being homeless. We are a family owned company, located in Granite Falls, NC. Our...
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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, 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.
Walden House is a senior living community located in Hickory, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Walden House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and...
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They provided excellent care to my grandmother for over 5 years. Grateful to all the staff. They accommodated food requests and even care suggestions to bring her recliner out to the hallway so we could be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Fero, NC

The average cost of senior living in Fero is $4,967 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morganton, NC with an average of $4,927 per month.

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

Fero, NC
$4,967/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,967/mo
$6,484/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,562/mo
Studio
$4,797/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,562/mo

Senior living costs in Fero 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: Fero, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFero, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,967/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,484/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Fero, NC:$4,967/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Fero, NC:$6,484/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Fero, NC:unavailable
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fero, 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 Fero.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fero

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fero

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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Ashlan Village in Lyman, SC

5.0
This seems to be the best place that I have found for my loved one. They have activities like bible study, bingo, puzzles, laundry folding, coin counting, music, concerts and more for the residents to do and interact.

Springs of Catawba in Hickory, NC

4.0
I visited several facilities, some closer to my home, some newer, but the turning point for me was the people I met at Springs of Catawba. After talking to [Removed], I knew Springs of Catawba was the right place. Julie was caring, warm, understood the situation and her positive energy ...
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Fero review score based on 257 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 257 reviews of 121 Fero assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fero 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

Fero review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Fero, NC121 facilities
5.3
Spruce Pine, NC12 facilities
8.1
Burnsville, NC102 facilities

Review subcategories for Fero 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 257 reviews of 121 Fero assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fero 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.
Fero, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.1
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
2.8
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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Fero assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fero assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fero, 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 Fero 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 Fero that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fero, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
43.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.4%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.8%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fero 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 Fero Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fero, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fero 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 Fero partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fero, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.9%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Fero 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 Fero communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fero, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20.7%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.8%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fero 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 Fero offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fero, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.3%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.3%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.4%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
33.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
21.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.1%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fero

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

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Manning Square, Brookdale Forest City and Navion of Shelby are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fero, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 121 assisted living facilities near Fero, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Fero, North Carolina is Brookdale Forest City. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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