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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gold, NC
Assisted living costs in Gold average about $3,942 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 104 communities in Gold. Our detailed directory has 573 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Marion, Lenoir and Hickory.
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14 reviews
The corporate billing process for Brookdale Forest City caused me much heartache. I had to move my Mom to another facility due their billing process and how long term insurance paid out accordingly....
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.
Quality Care You Can Count OnYou deserve quality care you can count on, but you shouldn’t have to sacrifice your freedom to have it. Here at our beautiful assisted living and memory care community, you can enjoy custom care plans, a fun-filled community calendar and a warm and welcoming...
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It's a good place. We picked this community because of the price and location. I would recommend to others.
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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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My father has been @ Somerset for approximately 1 month. He has received excellent care & the nurses have been very attentive to him. I feel so much better knowing that he no longer alone in his home. He has...
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, Somerset Court of Cherryville offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Somerset Court of Cherryville, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued...
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My first time touring this facility [Removed], the director, is very friendly and hospitable. The entire staff from what I have seen is very good. They do a great job as well keeping the place clean and...
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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, Cleveland House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. At Cleveland House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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I could not have asked for a better place for my uncle. Everyone there was wonderful and we felt like family. The care was excellent. The food was very good. I would recommend this community.
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.
Welcome to Maple Woods and The Oaks, the Assisted Living communities of Peak Resources - Cherryville. We are eagerly anticipating the relationships that can be created between our family and yours. Through passion and knowledge, our staff is dedicated to establishing an environment where senior...
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My father was in Rose Glen Manor’s Memory Care Wing for almost a year, when he passed. He went there 4 years after the onset of Stroke Induced Dementia (severe and rapidly progressing Dementia). Memory Care...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Rose Glen Manor offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. At Rose Glen Manor, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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The food looks good and my brother does eat well. This is an older community, however they do keep the community very clean. They clean his room daily. Most of the caregivers are friendly and helpful. ...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Country Time Inn offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Country Time Inn, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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My wife has been in Memory Care Unit for over three and a half years. From day one she has been cared for by a very caring and professional staff. The facility is kept very clean and the meals provided are...
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.
Forest Ridge is an assisted living community for seniors who need just a little more assistance in their day-to-day lives. The picturesque locale is nestled at the base of Mount Jefferson and provides some of the best views Ashe County has to offer. Churches, medical care, and shopping centers...
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As the person responsible for my brother living at Lakewood Care Center I have been very impressed with the staff. They sincerely care about each and every person there, they are friendly, helpful and go...
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.
Lakewood Care Center is an assisted living community in the quiet Charlotte suburb of Denver, NC. The peaceful, wooded setting provides a serene, welcoming and secure environment for seniors with a variety of care needs. The town of Denver is adjacent to Lake Norman and home to several state...
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The entry process was smooth and easy. The Executive Director, the Business Manager, and the Head Nurse were superb and each answered all of our questions with a smile and get it done attirude. The...
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.
Cherry Springs Village is an assisted living community located in Hendersonville, NC. Hendersonville is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is the perfect mountain getaway. Cherry Springs Village combines the comforts of home with security of knowing there's always a helping hand. It's a...
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8.5
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I wanted to take a moment to let you know how much I appreciate the care that is given to my MawMaw at this facility. I love the family atmosphere that is in this place! My MawMaw had to have more care than...
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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When our mother needed more care than was possible at home, we turned to Rose Hill. I'm not saying she was enthusiastic about the move at first. What I can say is that the care they gave our mother at Rose...
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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My mother goes there for respite stays when my husband and I need a break. She has stayed a month at a time before. They're always very accommodating, even if I need to make arrangements at the last minute....
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.
Catawba Valley Living at Rock Barn is Catawba County's newest Assisted Living Community opening in 2006. We are located seven miles from Hickory off of interstate 40. Our property is adjacent to Rock Barn Golf and Spa, home of the Greater Hickory Classic, part of...
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10 reviews
Navion turned out to be a perfect fit for my mother. She has transitioned into the friendly little community there easier than expected. The apartment she has is a good size for her, and the facility 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.
Quality Care You Can Count OnIf you’re ready to move into an exceptionally warm and welcoming assisted living community in Shelby, North Carolina where you can enjoy spacious and comfortable accommodations, wonderful company and personalized care plans that provide you with quality care you can...
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
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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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Where Main Street meets the mountains, the Lake James Lodge assisted living community in Marion, NC is not only beautiful, but offers residents a plethora of activities to keep busy with. Lake James Lodge is located in the heart of Marion with a breathtaking view of the nearby mountains. Marion...
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.
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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.
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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.
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...
Cost of assisted living in Gold, NC
The average cost of senior living in Gold is $3,942 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spruce Pine, NC with an average of $3,336 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gold, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gold, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gold, NC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Gold over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gold, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gold
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gold
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!
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.
Grace Village Assisted Living and Memory Care in Granite Falls, NC
3.6
The first impression was excellent. Everyone smiled and was very pleasant. We were given the tour and loved the place which made us bring my mom up to see it. She fell in love with the place and the room in which she was going to stay in. She has been there since December. We have ...
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Gold review score based on 176 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 176 reviews of 87 Gold assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gold 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
Gold review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Gold 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 176 reviews of 87 Gold assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gold 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.Gold, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
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Activities
3.5
4.1
Value for cost*
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Gold assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gold assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gold, 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 Gold 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 Gold 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
42.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.6%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.1%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Gold 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 Gold 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
33.3%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.2%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
2.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gold 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 Gold 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
19.5%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.9%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Gold 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 Gold communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gold, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.4%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
16.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.3%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gold 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 Gold offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gold, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.6%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.8%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.5%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.8%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
19.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.2%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gold
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 Gold protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Mars Hill Manor and Brookdale Falling Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gold, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 104 assisted living facilities near Gold, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Gold, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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