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Assisted living costs in Sanford average about $4,771 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 147 communities in Sanford. Our detailed directory has 1839 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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From my personal experience I would have to give them a 5 on all of the above. The staff go above and beyond for the residents and their families. I would recommend Montgomery Senior Living community to...
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.
Victorian Senior Care provides services for senior adults at Montgomery Village Assisted Living located at 327 Freeman Street in Star. Montgomery Village offers quality assisted living and memory care in attractive surroundings close to home. Our assisted living care provides services to fit...
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This community came highly recommend to us, and we can't say anything other then we are completely impressed. When we first walk through the door someone is always there to greet us, and there is no stich...
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.
One Team, One Goal … Making a difference in the lives of others. The moment you enter our community, you’ll feel the warmth and inviting atmosphere all around. We pride ourselves on promoting a comforting, healthy and safe environment for each resident. Our team of caregivers are compassionate...
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My mother has only been a resident at North Pointe of Asheboro for a few weeks, but it has been a blessing! She needed a facility where her medications would be provided as scheduled and where meals would...
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.
North Pointe of Asheboro, a Victorian Senior Care community, is a family owned and operated agency. Victorian Senior Care has been serving the needs of seniors and their families since 1958. North Pointe of Asheboro is conveniently located off Highway 220 South between Greensboro and Asheboro and...
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Mother in law has been at Alamance House for four years. In that time she has been well taken care of, made new friends, Her medical needs have bee well taken care of with doctors who come to the facility...
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.
Alamance House Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in the hills of North Carolina's Piedmont region. Our caregiving staff makes Alamance House Assisted Living and Memory Care feel like home. We seek to preserve each resident's independence by promoting dignity and individual choice in a...
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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.
The Golden Years Assisted Living community is located in the gorgeous area of Burlington, NC. If you are in the market for an area that has a small town charm, then Burlington, NC may be just right for you. There are a number of parks and other recreation areas that will allow a senior to get out...
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Everything here has been wonderful here. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff communication with the family and friends has been great. They are responsive to the...
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've had loved ones at Blakey Hall, the Cottage and the Hamlet for over five years. We have largely been happy with the care, the services available, and the physical environment. We live in an area with...
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.
There are many choices out there for those searching for the perfect place to call home, and we appreciate what an unbelievably difficult decision this is. Blakey Hall Retirement Community is one of the most experienced and premier senior care communities in North Carolina. Opened in 1999 and...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Brookdale Smithfield and everything was great for her at this facility. The staff was very nice and accommodating. My loved one always said that she enjoyed the...
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.
Life feels easy at our verdant community in Smithfield, North Carolina. Take a stroll along our lushly landscaped walking paths, or rock gently in one of the traditionally-styled chairs that line our front porch. We’ve designed our Brookdale Smithfield campus to be comfortable and yet have...
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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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33 Floor plans available
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I have a warm, spacious and comfortable room. The staff is patient, helpful, alert and sincere. I feel safe in my environment and well cared for. There is a significant amount of activities geared...
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.
A new home but in old fashioned comfort. Carolina Reserve of Durham is an assisted living community that nurtures independence through the provision of 24 hour assistance to our residents including medication administration, 3 meals per day and snacks daily, personal laundry, exercise program,...
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.I think that everything else about The Reserve is top-notch except for the meals and dining service - that is a negative. Instead of providing meals, they allocate [fee removed] per month toward meals out...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Independent Living NOW OPEN!NOW ACCEPTING Assisted Living and Memory Care reservations! Sales Office Hours:Monday - Friday 9 am - 6:00 pmSaturday: 10 am - 5 pmSunday: 12 pm - 5 pmIf these time frames do not work with your schedule please call Kim Dahl to make an appointment outside of these...
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My mom moved into Twin Lakes in [date removed]. The facility is beautiful! It has a wonderful pool, great activities provided and great food. She actually lives next door to an old friend of hers! And she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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My loved one at times complains of the food and she hears staff are unhappy with the chef. Some staff have quit bc of him, she was told. She was pleased with the activity director who may be away. I think...
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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.
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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My father has been doing great at this community. The meals are in good portions and the staff is very friendly and attentive. The rooms are set up so they have a room mate which my father loves. The only...
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.
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living is located in the center of Pinellas Fl. Here at Magnolia Gardens we offer assistant living and respite care. We have a simple mission statement at Magnolia Gardens: We provide the highest quality service in a caring environment. We are here around the clock to...
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We moved my father into Phoenix Assisted Care after having him in another facility that was awful. While Phoenix a little outdated, and it’s not very large or fancy, it is so clean and nicely decorated. The...
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.
    Our management team, a family business, has over 20 years in Long Term Care.  Our family values carry over to our staff and residents, providing a comfortable and encouraging environment.     Our interdisciplinary care team is made up of a nurse, activity...
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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.
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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.
Seven Lakes Assisted Living and Memory Care is a community located in West End, NC. We are a proud member of the Affinity Living Group. Here at Seven Lakes we provide 24 hour personal care aid for the needs of those who require assisted living and offer a memory care secured wing as well. Our all...
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I agree with other reviewers My Mom was there for 2 years. The best 2 years of her life. She had been in a big facility and a Corporate Family Care home in town neither had the professionalism or ability...
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Sanford, NC

The average cost of senior living in Sanford is $4,771 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fayetteville, NC with an average of $3,511 per month.

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

Sanford, NC
$4,771/mo
$4,779/mo
$4,863/mo

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

Sanford, NC
$4,771/mo
U.S. national average
$4,662/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,771/mo
$5,577/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,120/mo
Studio
$6,264/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,694/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,527/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,295/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Sanford over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sanford, 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 Sanford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sanford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sanford

The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC

3.9
We picked this community, because we knew some people there. Also the size was good - things were very accessible. Dining and amenities all in the building. We would recommend to other families. Initial issues with staffing and dining are being addressed but not up to par. Lots of staff and ...
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Carolina Reserve of Durham

5.0
I recently visited a family member that resides here and all I can say is WOW! From the upper management down to housekeeping, you can see they all truly care! I cannot be more pleased to know my family lives here! If I could give higher than 5 stars I would.

TerraBella Southern Pines

4.4
The main thing that sticks out about TerraBella Southern Pines is the staff who work there, they are extremely caring and friendly.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff across several communities. Families express appreciation for the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with the communities' caregivers, such as at Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir, HeartFi ...
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Variety of activities and outings. Residents find joy in the wide range of specialized activities and outings offered at different communities. Activities include singing, games, social events, museum visits, gardening classes, and more, at communities like Oak Hill Assisted Living, Chatham Ridge Assisted Living, and Brookda ...
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Comfortable and homelike facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and comfort of community living spaces, including private rooms and communal areas. Residents of Carolina Reserve of Durham, Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir, and Mebane Ridge mention the cozy and inviting atmosphere of their facilities.
Thoughtful communication and care. Families appreciate the open and clear communication between staff and themselves, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are met. Regular meetings and updates, such as at Brighton Gardens of Raleigh, Brookdale Burlington, and Sunrise of Cary, help build trust and confidence.
Customized care plans. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of care plans and adjustments made by staff to meet the needs of residents. Communities like Sunrise of North Hills, Spring Arbor of Apex, and Brookdale Durham provide individualized care and attention to their residents.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food and accommodating meal plans stand out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. Chefs across communities like HeartFields at Cary, Sanford Senior Living and Manor, and Falls River Villages make an effort to cater to residents' dietary restr ...
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Sanford review score based on 503 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 503 reviews of 112 Sanford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sanford 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

Sanford review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Sanford, NC112 facilities
8.3
Broadway, NC144 facilities
8.2
Goldston, NC170 facilities

Review subcategories for Sanford 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 503 reviews of 112 Sanford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sanford 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
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
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Value for cost*
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Sanford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sanford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sanford, 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 Sanford 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 Sanford 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
57.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.3%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.1%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.9%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sanford 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 Sanford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sanford, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.8%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.2%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sanford 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 Sanford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sanford, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17%
14.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Sanford 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 Sanford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.1%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
41.1%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sanford 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 Sanford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sanford, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.6%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.2%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
30.4%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.6%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sanford

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 Sanford protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Meadowmont, Brookdale Burlington and Spring Arbor of Apex are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sanford, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 147 assisted living facilities near Sanford, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Sanford, North Carolina are Brookdale Meadowmont, Brookdale Burlington and Sunrise of Cary. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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