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Assisted living costs in Polkville average about $3,702 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 11 communities in Polkville. Our detailed directory has 54 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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Photo of Henderson Care Center
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I just moved my parents into the Villas which is independent living. Before the move, the admin were great about adding accommodations my parents requested, so they were in place when they arrived. We had a...
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.
Henderson Care Center-Forest City, North CarolinaWho are we? Henderson Care Center has been serving Rutherford County since 1992.We provide quality care to all our residents. Our goal is to meet each resident’s needs while maintaining the highest level of choice, dignity, respect and...
Photo of Carolina Care Retirement Community
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3 reviews
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My Mom loves the place including the food. The services are great and everyone is so nice. The bathroom are excellent and easy for her to use. The landscaping is always nicely groomed. The rooms are all made...
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.
A Charming Place….Carolina Care Retirement Cottages is located in Cherryville, NC: a small town full of warm hospitality about 40 miles outside of Charlotte, NC city limits. We provide an active, independent, fulfilling home life without the worry of maintenance/repairs, or cooking, through the...
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Things could be improved but they have been very good about some important things. The hall smells of urine more often. The other areas seem clean enough. Again, staff changes lately but they are super nice...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Situated in beautiful Shelby, known as “the City of Pleasant Living,” our warm, relaxing assisted living single-story community is known for down-home cooking, family get-togethers and lots of fellowship. Senior residents enjoy Terrabella of Shelby’s welcoming environment; engaged and friendly...
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My first time touring this facility [Removed], the director, is very friendly and hospitable. The entire staff from what I have seen is very good. They do a great job as well keeping the place clean 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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Cleveland House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. At Cleveland House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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My father has been @ Somerset for approximately 1 month. He has received excellent care & the nurses have been very attentive to him. I feel so much better knowing that he no longer alone in his home. He has...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Somerset Court of Cherryville offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Somerset Court of Cherryville, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued...
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33 Floor plans available
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10 reviews
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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...
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.
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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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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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...
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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Polkville, NC

The average cost of senior living in Polkville is $3,702 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ruth, NC with an average of $3,413 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Polkville, NC vs. nearby cities

Polkville, NC
$3,702/mo
$4,117/mo
$4,048/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Polkville, NC vs. the state and national average

Polkville, NC
$3,702/mo
U.S. national average
$4,652/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Polkville vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,702/mo
$4,812/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Polkville, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$6,767/mo
Studio
$5,675/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,600/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,267/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,756/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Polkville, 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 Polkville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Polkville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Polkville

Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Henderson Care Center in Forest City, NC

4.0
My mom is a resident at Henderson Care Center. I am very pleased with Henderson Care Center and would recommend the facility to others. They keep me informed and as best as I can tell, they take good care of my mom. No complaints. On activities, I'm not sure as I have not seen them.

Oakland Living LLC in Rutherfordton, NC

5.0
It's a nice place with friendly staff, they do a lot of activities, and our [name removed] seems to really like it there.

Polkville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polkville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polkville, 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 Polkville 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 Polkville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Polkville, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.6%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Polkville 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 Polkville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polkville, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
51.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.1%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polkville 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 Polkville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polkville, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Polkville 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 Polkville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polkville, NCNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polkville 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 Polkville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polkville, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Polkville

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 Polkville protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Henderson Care Center, Carolina Care Retirement Community and Oakland Living LLC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Polkville, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

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