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Assisted living costs in Kalmia average about $4,291 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 123 communities in Kalmia. Our detailed directory has 850 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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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...
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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.
Yancey House is an assisted living and memory care community located in Burnsville, NC. Burnsville is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina & rests in the shadow of Mount Mitchell which has the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. It is known as 'The Heart of the Blue...
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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...
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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.
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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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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...
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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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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.
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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.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Kalmia, NC
The average cost of senior living in Kalmia is $4,291 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Valdese, NC with an average of $3,435 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Kalmia, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Kalmia, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Kalmia, NC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Kalmia over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Kalmia, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Kalmia
Recent reviews for assisted living in Kalmia
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!
The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens
3.8
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently dramatically improved with the hiring of a really good activities director. Previously, there ...
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Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park in Hendersonville, NC
4.8
I would highly recommend this community. For the money and cost they are the best community around this area for your loved ones. They have activities like games, movie night, church services and more for the residents.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and accommodating staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and accommodating nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Rock Springs, the staff at Brookdale Rock Springs go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome. Residents and families of Brookdale Johnson City a ...
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Wide range of activities for residents. Residents find joy in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For instance, at Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, the staff organizes various social events, such as parties and game nights, to keep residents engaged and active. At Mars Hill Manor, Mars Hill Manor provides ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Cleanliness and upkeep are top priorities for many residents, and communities that maintain their facilities well are highly regarded. At Abundant Christian Living Community, the facility is described as clean and well-organized, while Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City notes that the ...
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Delicious and customized meals. Throughout reviews, quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At American House Johnson City, American House offers meals that cater to residents' dietary restrictions and preferences, making mealtimes a highlight for many. The chef at Brook ...
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Supportive and secure environment. Residents and their families value the feeling of security and support that communities provide. For example, at The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens, the staff at Brookdale Lenoir are attentive and accommodating, ensuring residents feel safe and cared for. Families of TerraBella Hend ...
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Effective communication between families and staff. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is crucial for keeping everyone informed and ensuring care needs are being met. At Brookdale Falling Creek, Brookdale Falling Creek maintains an open door policy and is readily available for family involvement, while Harmony at Rey ...
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Kalmia review score based on 298 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 298 reviews of 99 Kalmia assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Kalmia 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
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Review subcategories for Kalmia 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 298 reviews of 99 Kalmia assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kalmia 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.Kalmia, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
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Kalmia assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kalmia assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kalmia, 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 Kalmia 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 Kalmia 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
47.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Kalmia 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 Kalmia 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
37.4%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kalmia 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 Kalmia 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
21.2%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
30.3%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.3%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
14.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Kalmia 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 Kalmia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
28.3%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kalmia 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 Kalmia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.4%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.3%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
24.2%
29.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kalmia
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 Kalmia protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Bristol, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Brookdale Colonial Heights are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Kalmia, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 123 assisted living facilities near Kalmia, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Kalmia, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Brookdale Johnson City. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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