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Assisted living costs in Petra Mills average about $4,940 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 100 communities in Petra Mills. Our detailed directory has 1019 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Hickory, Morganton and Lenoir.

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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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...
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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.
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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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...
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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.
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My mother goes there for respite stays when my husband and I need a break. She has stayed a month at a time before. They're always very accommodating, even if I need to make arrangements at the last minute....
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.
Catawba Valley Living at Rock Barn is Catawba County's newest Assisted Living Community opening in 2006.  We are located seven miles from Hickory off of interstate 40.  Our property is adjacent to  Rock Barn Golf and Spa, home of the Greater Hickory Classic, part of...
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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.
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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.
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...
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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.
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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.
Wexford House is a senior living community located in Denver, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Wexford 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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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.
For older adults desiring companionship or needing assisted living care, EdenGardens of Statesville provides more than just a place to live - it is a place to live well. EdenGardens’ beautiful campus, nestled among six wooded acres, is residential in look and feel. Our tastefully decorated...
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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.
Photo of Mill Creek Manor
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.
Photo of Openview Retirement Home
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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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.
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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.
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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.
Photo of Olin Village
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
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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
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 Petra Mills, NC

The average cost of senior living in Petra Mills is $4,940 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morganton, NC with an average of $4,927 per month.

Assisted living costs in Petra Mills, NC, vs. state and national averages

Petra Mills, NC
$4,940/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Petra Mills, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,940/mo
$6,260/mo

Assisted living costs in Petra Mills, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,077/mo
Studio
$4,085/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,854/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,177/mo

Senior living costs in Petra Mills 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: Petra Mills, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typePetra Mills, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,940/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,260/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,027/mo$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Petra Mills, NC:$4,940/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Petra Mills, NC:$6,260/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Petra Mills, NC:$3,027/mo
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Petra Mills, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Petra Mills 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 average 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
Petra Mills, NC$5,326/mo$4,839/mo+10.1%
North Carolina$5,729/mo$5,264/mo+8.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Petra Mills, NC
2024 average cost:$5,326/mo
2023 average cost:$4,839/mo
Percent change:+10.1%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,729/mo
2023 average cost:$5,264/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Petra Mills, 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 Petra Mills.

What families are saying about assisted living in Petra Mills

Recent reviews for assisted living in Petra Mills

Somerset Court of Mocksville

5.0
They really do an excellent job. They deal really well with both the residents and their families. They are very patient and understanding and go out of their way to help out in any way they can. I highly recommend Somerset Court of Mocksville to anyone else who needs a place for their ...
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Rose Glen Manor in North Wilkesboro, NC

5.0
As the family member of the patient attacked, referencing the December 2016 review after an assault. ... My father was knocked out, sent via ambulance to the ER. He was hit so hard you could seen the imprint of his glasses on his face for weeks, along with the knot on his forehead...then she ...
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Springs of Catawba in Hickory, NC

4.0
I visited several facilities, some closer to my home, some newer, but the turning point for me was the people I met at Springs of Catawba. After talking to [Removed], I knew Springs of Catawba was the right place. Julie was caring, warm, understood the situation and her positive energy ...
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Petra Mills review score based on 260 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 260 reviews of 100 Petra Mills assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Petra Mills 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

Petra Mills review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Petra Mills, NC100 facilities
8.1
Morganton, NC97 facilities
8.1
Bethlehem, NC107 facilities

Review subcategories for Petra Mills 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 260 reviews of 100 Petra Mills assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Petra Mills 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.
Petra Mills, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.5
3.5
Care services
3.3
3.2
Staff
3.4
3.4
Meals & dining
3.1
3.1
Activities
3.1
3.1
Value for cost*
3.2
3.1
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Petra Mills assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Petra Mills assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Petra Mills, 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 Petra Mills 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 Petra Mills 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
47%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Petra Mills 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 Petra Mills Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Petra Mills, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Petra Mills 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 Petra Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Petra Mills, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
34%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Petra Mills 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 Petra Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Petra Mills, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Petra Mills 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 Petra Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Petra Mills, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
42%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
39%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
29%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Petra Mills

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 Petra Mills protect seniors.
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Grace Village Assisted Living and Memory Care, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Brookdale Forest City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Petra Mills, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Petra Mills, North Carolina are Brookdale Forest City and Morningside of Gastonia. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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