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Assisted living costs in Gragg average about $4,246 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 78 communities in Gragg. Our detailed directory has 588 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.
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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.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace 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.
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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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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.
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...
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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.
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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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I like knowing that my mom is happy at this caring community. We like that she is living. in a clean community. The meals are amazing and a great variety for her to choose from. The suite she has and she...
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.
Oakmont at Gordon Park is a dream of three local life long friends, J.J. Gillenwater, Blair Jones and Jeff Tickle who were each born and raised in Bristol. While searching for options for their own families these three gentleman saw the need for a new community with a new vision of enriched...
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My mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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.
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, 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.

Cost of assisted living in Gragg, NC

The average cost of senior living in Gragg is $4,246 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Valdese, NC with an average of $3,461 per month.

Assisted living costs in Gragg, NC, vs. nearby cities

Gragg, NC
$4,246/mo

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

Gragg, NC
$4,246/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,246/mo
$4,945/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,470/mo
Studio
$4,541/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,219/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,757/mo

Senior living costs in Gragg 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: Gragg, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGragg, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,246/mo$4,454/mo$4,836/mo
Memory Care$4,945/mo$5,319/mo$5,606/mo
Independent Living$2,626/mo$3,696/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Gragg, NC:$4,246/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Memory Care
Gragg, NC:$4,945/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,606/mo
Independent Living
Gragg, NC:$2,626/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Assisted living costs in Gragg, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Gragg 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 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gragg, NC$4,372/mo$4,299/mo+1.7%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Gragg, NC
2024 average cost:$4,372/mo
2023 average cost:$4,299/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gragg, 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 Gragg.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gragg

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gragg

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!

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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Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living in Johnson City, TN

4.0
I would recommend it. Of the facilities in our area, this one is the best value for the money. I picked it because it is a clean, updated facility, all on one level. They have suites with doors open to a courtyard. The staff is friendly and helpful. They allow residents to have meals in their ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and dedication of the staff at different communities, such as at Brookdale Falling Creek, where they constantly keep families informed and have an open-door policy. At Faith Assisted Living, the staff are friendly and helpful, while at Forest Ridge, they go ...
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Varied and enjoyable activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at various communities. For instance, at Brookdale Colonial Heights, the staff organizes events like Bingo, Corn Hole, and sing-alongs, while at Mars Hill Manor, they offer crafts, exercise classes, and outings to shopping centers ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as at Brookdale Bristol, where the dining room and living areas are spotless. At Heritage Care of Conover, residents appreciate the 'almost mountain' feeling with the foliage and trees outside, which adds to the plea ...
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Personalized care plans. The individualized approach to care is another feature that stands out in the reviews, with families commending the staff for their ability to cater to unique resident needs. For example, at American House Johnson City, the facility accommodates residents with different care levels, while at ...
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Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The warm and inviting atmosphere at several communities is another consistent theme in the reviews. At Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living, the staff greets visitors with open arms and makes everyone feel welcome, while at Brookdale Johnson City, residents enjoy making friends an ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the importance of nutritious and delicious meals is clear. At The Courtyards Senior Living at Johnson City, the food is improving with a new activities director, while at Mars Hill Manor, residents speak highly of the country cooking-style meals and the chef's accommo ...
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Gragg review score based on 200 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 200 reviews of 64 Gragg assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gragg 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

Gragg review score compared against nearby cities

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Gragg, NC64 facilities
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Review subcategories for Gragg 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 200 reviews of 64 Gragg assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gragg 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
3.6
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
4.0
Care services
3.5
3.6
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.3
3.5
Activities
3.3
3.5
Value for cost*
3.4
3.6
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Gragg assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gragg assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gragg, 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 Gragg 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 Gragg 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
45.3%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.6%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.4%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.3%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gragg 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 Gragg Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gragg, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.6%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.1%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.1%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gragg 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 Gragg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gragg, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.4%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.7%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Gragg 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 Gragg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
6.3%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gragg 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 Gragg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gragg, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.2%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.7%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.3%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.4%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.4%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.4%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
35.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.3%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gragg

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 Gragg protect seniors.
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