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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Penland, NC
Assisted living costs in Penland average about $4,358 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 120 communities in Penland. Our detailed directory has 830 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Marion, Erwin and Newland.
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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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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....
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Cost of assisted living in Penland, NC
The average cost of senior living in Penland is $4,358 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spruce Pine, NC with an average of $3,336 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Penland, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Penland, NC vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Penland, 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 Penland.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Penland
Recent reviews for assisted living in Penland
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.
Penland review score based on 290 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 290 reviews of 97 Penland assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Penland 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
Penland review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Penland 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 290 reviews of 97 Penland assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Penland 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.Penland, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Penland assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penland assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penland, 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 Penland 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 Penland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Penland, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.2%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Penland 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 Penland 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
37.1%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penland 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 Penland 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
21.6%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
32%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.5%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Penland 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 Penland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.1%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.2%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penland 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 Penland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.9%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.8%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
25.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.4%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.2%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Penland
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 Penland protect seniors.
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Brookdale Bristol, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Brookdale Colonial Heights are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Penland, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 120 assisted living facilities near Penland, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Penland, 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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