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Assisted living costs in Paint Gap average about $4,359 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 125 communities in Paint Gap. Our detailed directory has 967 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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River Bend Assisted Living focuses on compassion, community, and tailored care. We are here to give families peace of mind and help seniors feel their best.
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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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When our mother needed more care than was possible at home, we turned to Rose Hill. I'm not saying she was enthusiastic about the move at first. What I can say is that the care they gave our mother at Rose...
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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...
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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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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.
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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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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Cost of assisted living in Paint Gap, NC

The average cost of senior living in Paint Gap is $4,359 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marion, NC with an average of $3,512 per month.

Assisted living costs in Paint Gap, NC, vs. nearby cities

Paint Gap, NC
$4,359/mo
$4,341/mo

Assisted living costs in Paint Gap, NC, vs. state and national averages

Paint Gap, NC
$4,359/mo
U.S. national average
$4,770/mo

Assisted living costs in Paint Gap, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,359/mo
$5,117/mo

Assisted living costs in Paint Gap, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,617/mo
Studio
$5,286/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,375/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,086/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,200/mo

Senior living costs in Paint Gap 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: Paint Gap, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typePaint Gap, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,359/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,117/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living$3,364/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Paint Gap, NC:$4,359/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Paint Gap, NC:$5,117/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Paint Gap, NC:$3,364/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Paint Gap, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Paint Gap 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Paint Gap, NC$5,503/mo$4,875/mo+12.9%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Paint Gap, NC
2024 average cost:$5,503/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+12.9%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Paint Gap, 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 Paint Gap.

What families are saying about assisted living in Paint Gap

Recent reviews for assisted living in Paint Gap

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!

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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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
Everyone at the community is very helpful. The staff seem to really care about the residents. They are interactive and engaging with the residents. The community tries to accommodate the residents with their restrictions and preferences for food.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff at various communities, who are praised for their friendly and compassionate care of residents. For example, at American House Kingsport, one family expresses their satisfaction with the facility's staff, stating that their father i ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered by communities, including games, music, and religious services. At Brookdale Colonial Heights, some families report their loved ones' involvement in activities like bingo, crafts, and exercising, leading to improved social connections and ov ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents and their families appreciating the attention to detail in maintaining private rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces. For example, at American House Johnson City, one reviewer describes the facility as 'n ...
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Flexible and accommodating environment. Reviews mention the accommodating nature of staff members, who are willing to adjust to residents' specific needs and preferences. At Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living, one family shares their experience of Princeton Transitional Care Community's flexibility, stating, 'They took ...
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Nutritious and delicious meals. Throughout the reviews, the quality of meals is frequently cited as a major factor in overall satisfaction, with residents and their families appreciating the emphasis on healthy and flavorful meals. For instance, at American House Bristol, one reviewer comments on their mom's preference for ' ...
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Supportive and communicative staff. Reviews highlight the importance of clear and effective communication between staff and families, ensuring everyone is informed about their loved one's care. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, one family speaks highly of Harmony's staff, stating, 'They keep me informed and I feel that my mom is ...
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Paint Gap review score based on 313 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 313 reviews of 104 Paint Gap assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Paint Gap 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

Paint Gap review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Paint Gap, NC104 facilities
7.5
Burnsville, NC7 facilities
9.0
Mars Hill, NC20 facilities

Review subcategories for Paint Gap 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 313 reviews of 104 Paint Gap assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Paint Gap 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
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Paint Gap assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Paint Gap assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Paint Gap, 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 Paint Gap 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 Paint Gap that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Paint Gap, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.2%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Paint Gap 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 Paint Gap Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Paint Gap, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Paint Gap 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 Paint Gap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Paint Gap, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Paint Gap 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 Paint Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Paint Gap, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
26%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Paint Gap 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 Paint Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Paint Gap, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
31.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
22.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Paint Gap

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