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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shady Forest, NC
Assisted living costs in Shady Forest average about $4,145 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 48 communities in Shady Forest. Our detailed directory has 806 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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WATERBROOKE ASSISTED LIVINGVery Clean & Safe Beds Available (6) Semi Private Rooms (4) Private Rooms Medicaid Accepted (Yes) Out of State Transfers (Yes) Males & Females Welcome!
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Lake Waccamaw Senior Living provides a home-like atmosphere with cozy living rooms, dining room, comfortable bedrooms with your furnishing if desired. We offer daily activities and outings, in house pharmacy service, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to enhance...
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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.
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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This is a great community with great care. The staff is always so caring and helpful. They do have activities, but she is not active right now due to just settling into the community.They are a great value...
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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.
Hope Arbor of Murrells Inlet is a locally owned, not-for-profit assisted living. Our community is not large and overwhelming as we are licensed to care for no more than 60 residents. Our prices are all-inclusive which allows for our residents to age in place without having to worry about care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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This community is beautiful with lots of different amenities. The care team has been truly a light to my loved one. They are always making sure her needs are being met and making her feel comfortable in her...
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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.
Cedar Cove Assisted Living is located in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina. Situated in the heart of Wilmington, residents can enjoy the historic river district and the Riverwalk that makes its way around the Cape Fear River and three island beaches. Named 'The Next Big Thing' by...
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My mom has been at the Kempton for almost a year now. The staff have all been fantastic. Her level of care has fluctuated based on needs at the time. The activities are frequent and engaging. She has become...
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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 Kempton at Brightmore provides a comfortable, safe and secure environment for senior adults who find living alone is no longer feasible. Our friendly staff encourages and assists each resident to live as independently as possible. Our program is designed for individuals who may need...
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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.
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.
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.
West Bladen Assisted Living is a located in stunning Bladenboro, NC. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, serene and peaceful living quarters and an abundance of beautiful wildlife, this residential community is one that seniors love to call their home. Family members coming to visit a loved one...
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This has by any means of measurement been the hardest time of my life. It started with a diagnoses of Lewy Body Dementia! That diagnoses changed my life! And the life of everyone who cared ANYTHING about me!...
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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.
Cost of assisted living in Shady Forest, NC
The average cost of senior living in Shady Forest is $4,145 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Waccamaw, NC with an average of $2,883 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shady Forest, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shady Forest, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shady Forest, NC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Shady Forest over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shady Forest, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shady Forest
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shady Forest
River Park Senior Living in Little River, SC
4.0
We had a good experience with River Park Senior Living. Very nicely kept facility. People are nice. They have a reasonable amount of activities for the residents. Overall we're very pleased.
Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living
4.9
Although it is a little pricey. I think it is an excellent facility and the directors are great to work with and answer questions.
The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach
4.8
Lots of activity etc! Overall I would say it is a good choice. Cleanliness of his room is a 3! The facility itself is a 5! He is now in memory care! They do an excellent job!
Shady Forest review score based on 202 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 202 reviews of 42 Shady Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shady Forest 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
Shady Forest review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shady Forest 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 202 reviews of 42 Shady Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shady Forest 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.Shady Forest, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Shady Forest assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shady Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shady Forest, 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 Shady Forest 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 Shady Forest 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
59.5%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.4%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.9%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shady Forest 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 Shady Forest 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
59.5%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.2%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.8%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shady Forest 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 Shady Forest 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
23.8%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.5%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shady Forest 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 Shady Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
31%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shady Forest 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 Shady Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.5%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.4%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.6%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.2%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.4%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
40.5%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shady Forest
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 Shady Forest protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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