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Assisted living costs in Mc Dowell County average about $5,480 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 147 communities in Mc Dowell County. Our detailed directory has 1342 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Morganton, Black Mountain and Marion.

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.
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
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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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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.
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...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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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.
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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.
Hominy Valley Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the beautiful and quiet community of Candler, North Carolina. Surrounded by breath taking views, this is the perfect place for you to call home. Candler is a peaceful mountain community that lies in between Canton and...

Cost of assisted living in Mc Dowell County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Mc Dowell County is $5,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Burke County, NC with an average of $4,927 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mc Dowell County, NC, vs. nearby counties

Mc Dowell County, NC
$5,480/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Dowell County, NC, vs. state and national averages

Mc Dowell County, NC
$5,480/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Dowell County, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,661/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,562/mo

Senior living costs in Mc Dowell County vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Mc Dowell County, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMc Dowell County, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,480/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Mc Dowell County, NC:$5,480/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Mc Dowell County, NC:unavailable
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Mc Dowell County, NC:unavailable
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mc Dowell County, 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 Mc Dowell County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mc Dowell County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mc Dowell County

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!

Eden Terrace of Spartanburg

5.0
This is a great facility! Eden Terrace staff is friendly and very caring, very responsive to the needs of their residents. It is a friendly and well cared for facility. I would definitely recommend!

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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Mc Dowell County review score based on 299 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 299 reviews of 118 Mc Dowell County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Dowell County 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

Mc Dowell County review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Mc Dowell County, NC118 facilities
6.2
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Yancey County, NC0 facilities

Review subcategories for Mc Dowell County 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 299 reviews of 118 Mc Dowell County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Dowell County 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.
Mc Dowell County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.6
Friendliness
3.4
3.6
Care services
3.2
3.3
Staff
3.3
3.5
Meals & dining
3.1
3.2
Activities
3.0
3.2
Value for cost*
3.2
3.3
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Mc Dowell County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Dowell County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Dowell County, 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 Mc Dowell County 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 Mc Dowell County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mc Dowell County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
43.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.1%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.9%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.5%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.5%
52.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Dowell County 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 Mc Dowell County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mc Dowell County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.1%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.2%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Dowell County 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 Mc Dowell County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Dowell County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.9%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.1%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Dowell County 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 Mc Dowell County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Dowell County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.6%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
22.7%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Dowell County 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 Mc Dowell County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mc Dowell County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.8%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.1%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.8%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.8%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.2%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.7%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.6%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
34.5%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.2%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mc Dowell County

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 Mc Dowell County protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Burke Long Term Care, StoryPoint Johnson City and Brookdale Forest City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mc Dowell County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 147 assisted living facilities near Mc Dowell County, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Mc Dowell County, North Carolina is Brookdale Forest City. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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