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Assisted living costs in Gum Springs average about $5,067 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 145 communities in Gum Springs. Our detailed directory has 2152 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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My father has been doing great at this community. The meals are in good portions and the staff is very friendly and attentive. The rooms are set up so they have a room mate which my father loves. The only...
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.
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living is located in the center of Pinellas Fl. Here at Magnolia Gardens we offer assistant living and respite care. We have a simple mission statement at Magnolia Gardens: We provide the highest quality service in a caring environment. We are here around the clock to...
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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.
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, 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.
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.
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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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
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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.
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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
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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.
Founded in 1973 as an outreach ministry of First Wesleyan Church, Wesleyan Arms was born of love. Love of God and Love of People whether it's sitting beneath a tree in the courtyard, sharing a meal in the dining room, or reading a book in the library, we want our residents to feel at home. We...
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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.
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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.
The Almost Home Group is the future of Dementia Care. The staff to resident ratio is 1:3, far surpassing the state regulations for traditional Memory Care or Locked Alzheimer's Units within Large Facilities.Our small NC Licensed Family Care Home model has a maximum of six (6) residents per home,...
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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
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Gum Springs, NC

The average cost of senior living in Gum Springs is $5,067 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklinville, NC with an average of $4,065 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gum Springs, NC vs. nearby cities

Gum Springs, NC
$5,067/mo
$4,832/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gum Springs, NC vs. the state and national average

Gum Springs, NC
$5,067/mo
U.S. national average
$4,806/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gum Springs vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,067/mo
$5,964/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gum Springs, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,250/mo
Studio
$6,435/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,638/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,690/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,295/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Gum Springs over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gum Springs, 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 Gum Springs.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gum Springs

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gum Springs

The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC

3.9
We picked this community, because we knew some people there. Also the size was good - things were very accessible. Dining and amenities all in the building. We would recommend to other families. Initial issues with staffing and dining are being addressed but not up to par. Lots of staff and ...
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Carolina Reserve of Durham

5.0
I recently visited a family member that resides here and all I can say is WOW! From the upper management down to housekeeping, you can see they all truly care! I cannot be more pleased to know my family lives here! If I could give higher than 5 stars I would.

TerraBella Southern Pines

4.4
The main thing that sticks out about TerraBella Southern Pines is the staff who work there, they are extremely caring and friendly.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across different communities, such as Chatham Ridge Assisted Living, HeartFields at Cary, and Sunrise of Cary. Families express appreciation for the long-term friendships that their loved ones have formed with caregivers.
Variety of activities for residents. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at various communities, like The Addison of Fuquay Varina, HeartFields at Cary, and Brookdale Durham. These include social events, arts and crafts, gardening, and fitness classes.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Throughout the reviews, the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities are frequently mentioned as a major factor in residents' satisfaction. For instance, at Harmony at Greensboro, TerraBella Northridge, and Morningview at Irving Park, the care taken with the interior spaces and outdoor ar ...
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Personalized care for individual needs. Several reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers in addressing residents' unique needs, such as dietary restrictions and mobility issues, at The Addison, Morningside of Raleigh, and Sanford Senior Living and Manor.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Frequent and open dialogue between community staff and families is commended in numerous reviews, ensuring that care needs are met and concerns are addressed. For example, at Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir, Brighton Gardens of Raleigh, and Brookdale Burlington, staff members make a point ...
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Engaging social atmosphere. Residents enjoy the social opportunities provided at their communities, making new friends and participating in group activities. This is mentioned at Morningview at Irving Park, Harmony at Greensboro, and Brookdale Meadowmont.
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Gum Springs review score based on 611 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 611 reviews of 145 Gum Springs assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gum Springs 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

Gum Springs review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Gum Springs, NC145 facilities
7.9
Pittsboro, NC189 facilities
7.7
Siler City, NC182 facilities

Review subcategories for Gum Springs 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 611 reviews of 145 Gum Springs assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gum Springs 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
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.8
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Value for cost*
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4.1
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Gum Springs assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gum Springs assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gum Springs, 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 Gum Springs 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 Gum Springs 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
52.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.9%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.5%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Gum Springs 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 Gum Springs 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%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.1%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gum Springs 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 Gum Springs 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
26.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.7%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Gum Springs 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 Gum Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.6%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
35.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gum Springs 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 Gum Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.2%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.2%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gum Springs

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 Gum Springs protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Meadowmont, Brookdale Burlington and Oak Hill Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gum Springs, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 145 assisted living facilities near Gum Springs, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Gum Springs, North Carolina are Brookdale Meadowmont, Brookdale Burlington and Sunrise of Cary. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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