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Assisted living costs in Morganton average about $3,969 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 108 communities in Morganton. Our detailed directory has 841 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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Navion turned out to be a perfect fit for my mother. She has transitioned into the friendly little community there easier than expected. The apartment she has is a good size for her, and the facility is...
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Quality Care You Can Count OnIf you’re ready to move into an exceptionally warm and welcoming assisted living community in Shelby, North Carolina where you can enjoy spacious and comfortable accommodations, wonderful company and personalized care plans that provide you with quality care you can...
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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.
Walden House is a senior living community located in Hickory, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Walden House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life 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.
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.
Heath House is a senior living community located in Lincolnton, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Heath House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and...
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I have been impressed by the individual attention shown to my aunt and by the communication from the staff. The facility is down-to-earth, clean, well-run, and the staff is competent and caring. There are...
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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.
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...
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 Morganton, NC
The average cost of senior living in Morganton is $3,969 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spruce Pine, NC with an average of $3,336 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Morganton, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Morganton, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Morganton vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Morganton, NC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Morganton over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Morganton, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Morganton
Recent reviews for assisted living in Morganton
Morningside of Gastonia
4.6
The Facility is very clean and the staff are very friendly and caring.
They have been very kind to my mom.
I always feel very welcome when I visit my mom.
They have great meals for the residents and the dining staff are wonderful.
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!
Forest Ridge in West Jefferson, NC
4.1
I would suggest you check other places out. The nursing care isn't the best. The community is on the expensive side.
There are activities going on at different times for the residents. There are physical activates such as exercises and we have an activities director on site.
Morganton review score based on 250 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 250 reviews of 90 Morganton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Morganton 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 Morganton 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 250 reviews of 90 Morganton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Morganton 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.Morganton, 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
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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4.1
Value for cost*
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Morganton assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Morganton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Morganton, 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 Morganton 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 Morganton 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
51.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.3%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Morganton 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 Morganton 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
43.3%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.1%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Morganton 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 Morganton 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
23.3%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.9%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.8%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Morganton 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 Morganton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.8%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Morganton 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 Morganton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.6%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
42.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
30%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Morganton
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 Morganton protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Mars Hill Manor are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Morganton, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Morganton, North Carolina are Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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