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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lumber Mill, NC

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Assisted living costs in Lumber Mill average about $4,469 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 84 communities in Lumber Mill. Our detailed directory has 1217 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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Lumber Mill, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lumber Mill is $4,469 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Askewville, NC with an average of $3,135 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lumber Mill, NC, vs. nearby cities

Lumber Mill, NC
$4,469/mo
$3,824/mo

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

Lumber Mill, NC
$4,469/mo
U.S. national average
$4,837/mo

Assisted living costs in Lumber Mill, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,469/mo
$5,199/mo

Assisted living costs in Lumber Mill, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,309/mo
Studio
$4,888/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,117/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,161/mo

Senior living costs in Lumber Mill 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: Lumber Mill, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLumber Mill, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,469/mo$4,454/mo$4,837/mo
Memory Care$5,199/mo$5,319/mo$5,607/mo
Independent Living$4,048/mo$3,699/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Lumber Mill, NC:$4,469/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Memory Care
Lumber Mill, NC:$5,199/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
Independent Living
Lumber Mill, NC:$4,048/mo
North Carolina:$3,699/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lumber Mill, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lumber Mill 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lumber Mill, NC$5,612/mo$4,970/mo+12.9%
North Carolina$4,937/mo$4,752/mo+3.9%
National$4,917/mo$4,666/mo+5.4%
Lumber Mill, NC
2024 average cost:$5,612/mo
2023 average cost:$4,970/mo
Percent change:+12.9%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,937/mo
2023 average cost:$4,752/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$4,917/mo
2023 average cost:$4,666/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lumber Mill, 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 Lumber Mill.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lumber Mill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lumber Mill

The Village At Woods Edge a CCRC in Franklin, VA

5.0
Our overall experience has been a 5 across the board. They all have been very welcoming and helpful during mom's transition to assisted living. The food selections have been great to see because mom is getting the proper nutrition she needs. The staff did a great job getting mom evaluated for ...
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Bay Lake Community in Virginia Beach, VA

5.0
They truly care about their residents at Bay Lake. It is hard to move your loved one into a community but they have made us feel so relieved with the compassion they have shown. Mom seems to have actually improved since moving here and we are very happy with our decision.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Virginia Beach, VA

5.0
I would tell anyone to try your best to get your loved in there. My loved one was well taken care of by the staff. The staff was the same for the time my loved one was there. This helped my loved one feel comfortable.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Many reviews commend the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Spring Arbor of the Outer Banks, Discovery Commons Virginia Beach, and Harmony at Oakbrooke, creating a nurturing environment for residents and their families.
Affordable pricing. Some residents express satisfaction with the reasonable cost of living at their communities, such as Karolwood Gardens of Portsmouth, Mayfair House Senior Living, and Brookdale Elizabeth City, allowing for peace of mind for both residents and their loved ones.
Accessible and convenient location. Community locations are mentioned as a factor in the positive experiences of several residents and their families, including Discovery Commons Virginia Beach, Mayfair House Senior Living, and Bay Lake Community.
Flexible meal options. Residents appreciate the various meal choices offered at their communities, such as the personalized preferences catered to at Commonwealth Senior Living at Georgian Manor and Harmony at Harbour View, enhancing their dining experience.
Individually tailored care plans. Residents and families express gratitude for the customized care arrangements at their communities, including Harmony at Oakbrooke, The Villages of Rosemont, and Bay Lake Community, ensuring each resident receives the necessary support.
Secure and safe facilities. Several reviews highlight the sense of security felt at their communities, such as The Waterford at Virginia Beach and Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine, providing peace of mind for both residents and their families.
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Lumber Mill review score based on 244 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 244 reviews of 77 Lumber Mill assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lumber Mill 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

Lumber Mill review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Lumber Mill, NC77 facilities
7.7
Elizabeth City, NC82 facilities
7.9
Winfall, NC8 facilities

Review subcategories for Lumber Mill 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 244 reviews of 77 Lumber Mill assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lumber Mill 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.
Lumber Mill, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.9
Friendliness
3.7
4.0
Care services
3.3
3.6
Staff
3.5
3.9
Meals & dining
3.1
3.5
Activities
3.3
3.5
Value for cost*
3.2
3.6
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Lumber Mill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lumber Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lumber Mill, 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 Lumber Mill 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 Lumber Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lumber Mill, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.2%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.6%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.9%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.1%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.4%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lumber Mill 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 Lumber Mill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lumber Mill, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50.6%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.1%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.1%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lumber Mill 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 Lumber Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lumber Mill, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.7%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Lumber Mill 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 Lumber Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lumber Mill, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lumber Mill 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 Lumber Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lumber Mill, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.3%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.1%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.8%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.8%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.9%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
37.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.9%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.7%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lumber Mill

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Commonwealth Senior Living at Georgian Manor, Bay Lake Community and The Waterford at Virginia Beach are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lumber Mill, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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