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Assisted living costs in Shepherds average about $4,572 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 197 communities in Shepherds. Our detailed directory has 3075 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 TerraBella Lincolnton
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The staff is very friendly and interactive with my mother and the other residents. Clean and cozy feel in the building. Spacious rooms and good size bathrooms
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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MIL is happy with the staff, loves the food and church service time available. Has made some friends. Have noticed she has pictures on the floor that she said will be hung by maintenance team, has been there...
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.
Build Your Best Life HereIt’s time to trade your lifestyle in for a new, upgraded model. You’ll find it here, nestled in a quiet, residential area of Rock Hill, South Carolina in York County. As one of our residents, you’ll get rid of chores, cleaning and cooking. In their place, you’ll get an...
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This is a really helpful place. I was able to get out of a power chair that I had been in for over 5 years and now I am using a rolater and walking. The staff is really loving and supportive. The room...
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.
Magnificent Care in the Blue Ridge MountainsTucked into a quiet corner of the Blue Ridge Mountains is a community where you can trade the hassles and chores that come along with life at home for a resort-style life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. We are a...
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The food selection and availability are fantastic. Love the 2 hour window for each meal, and the "available anytime" menu! Rooms and bathrooms are spacious with ample closet storage. Regular housekeeping is...
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.
The Laurels in Highland Creek is an Assisted Living community located in the master-planned community of Highland Creek in Charlotte, North Carolina. Everything we do at The Laurels is designed to assure the well-being of each of our assisted living residents. Located in northern Mecklenburg...
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Mom happily spent the last 2 years of her life here. The staff genuinely love and care about their residents and it shows in how they treat them with care and respect. They knew Mom as an individual person,...
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.
At Rose Glen Village, we emulate the Meridian Senior Living mission: 'We enrich the lives of our residents, families and employees through extraordinary experiences... because everyone deserves a great life!' We are located in beautiful Wilkesboro, NC in a desirable location. We take care of the...
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The facility, administrator and staff exceeded my expectations. They were so kind and accommodating to my Dad. They were genuine and provided excellent care. The community was inviting and beautiful. It...
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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Overall, it was a very good experience. The only complaint is Brookdale making major cost increases two years in a row [fee removed]. Excessive increases in a short period. I was able to negotiate a...
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.
Find a Life of Redefined IndependenceRemember the senior living lifestyle you used to image? It’s still possible. Our premium assisted living services give you the ability to trade the stress and busyness that comes with life at home for a life spent exploring passions, creative pursuits and...
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I was happy with the layout and upkeep of the facility and my mom had friends. We felt she was safe there. I wanted to see some improvements in the meal service, the quality of the food and the lack of...
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.
We are so thrilled about your interest in our community. We are the most elegant, well-appointed, luxury senior living community in Charlotte. We are located on Randolph Rd, south of the Cotswold shopping center. Our well thought out community design offers an immaculate independent living...
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Great team, very clean, food is always great, several activities available. I would absolutely recommend this facility to others who are looking for a place for their loved ones.
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.
Terrace Ridge Assisted Living Terrace Ridge is conveniently located on Hudson Boulevard in one of Gastonia’s vibrant, prestigious neighborhoods. The community is convenient to nearby shops that provide variety and style to satisfy your most pressing need or most capricious whim. Excellent...
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Woodridge is a much better value for the money than Willow Grove. my aunt is taken care of by trained medical professionals/ she is seen by a doctor or NP on a regular basis, they take her to and from...
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.
Woodridge is a senior living community located in Monroe, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Woodridge we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping them...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Charlotte
11 Video available
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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.
Our foundation is belief in the sacred value of human life.Our Mission: To champion the quality of life for all seniors!Sunrise Senior has been caring for seniors for 35 years, we are all over the US, in the UK & Canada.We believe that the community you choose should be a good fit for the...
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Photo of TerraBella Rock Hill
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66 Floor plans available
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Positive out way any negative Nothing is perfect All I know is that the staff was kind and attentive, my mom was more alert and happy in Terra Bella than she was the last few years at home
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.
Terrabella at Rock Hill is an assisted living and Memory Care community in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Rock Hill is a large and thriving city with a welcoming, small town atmosphere. Our historic town boasts a world-renowned sports facility, genuine southern hospitality and an abundance of...
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Photo of Brookdale Monroe Square
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22 Floor plans available
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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.
Upgrade Your Senior LivingIt’s time to trade the chores, worries and stress that often come from life at home for a better senior living lifestyle. As a resident here, you’ll enjoy a resort-style atmosphere full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with.We’ve been serving...
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Photo of Summit Place of Mooresville
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My mother is a resident at Summit Place of Mooresville. She loves living there so far, the staff is friendly caring and meet all her needs.. she loves the other residents and enjoys all the activities that...
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.
At Summit Place we have only 40 residents in our Assisted Living community. Adjacent to our Assisted Living we also have Memory Care right on our campus with only 20 residents in that portion of the community. Our community is small and intimate. This allows us to have more hands on time with...
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Photo of TerraBella Newton
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My mother has been at Terra Bella Memory Care for 6 weeks. She is always clean and well groomed. The staff is friendly, attentive and kind. Resident rooms are open to all, which can be disconcerting....
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.
TerraBella Newton honors veterans with lifetime savings! Veteran seniors qualify for 5% off their monthly rental rate and for 25% off the community fee. Learn more today!
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I was so impressed with Grand Villa that we signed up to have our family member live there. They helped with the move. Everything was so easy. I can't thank "A place for Mom" enough!! We are so pleased with...
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.
Assistance with activities of daily living to include; dressing, eating, bathing, toileting, and medication management.On-call physician services, dedicated caregivers 24/7, variety of activities, housekeeping, and laundry.We are superior rated by the State of North Carolina. What does this mean...
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Photo of TerraBella Little Avenue
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It is not particularly well-suited for those with language deficits who do not have significant cognitive deficits. The staff was very nurturing.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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Photo of Chandler Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
11 Video available
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We are so grateful for the team at Chandler Place. The attention they give the residents is much more than basic care. They are treated with love, Kindness and more than anything, respect. I feel that they...
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.
It’s time to upgrade your senior living. And we have just the place to do it. We are a premier senior living community offering assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. Our residents have more options for enjoying the senior living lifestyle. They also have fewer worries, as...
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We are extremely pleased with Terra Bella Harrisburg. We appreciate their professionalism, the genuine care of and for the residents, the restaurant like dining room, setting, and the variety activities...
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 Harrisburg, a vibrant single-story community in the Charlotte Metro area, our assisted living community offers residents a warm, relaxing living environment and easy access to shopping, dining and medical services. Senior residents enjoy TerraBella Harrisburg’s welcoming...
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We were very happy with Terra Bella Lake Norman. Food wasn't good and many chefs were employed during my parents stay. I don't know why. We would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
Located just west of downtown Mooresville, TerraBella Lake Norman is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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Based on [name removed] statement, she advised me [name removed] ( daughter from Florida) that she was treated well. She was treated with respect. She liked the food. The staff are amazing. [name removed]...
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.
Jurney's of StatesvilleJurney's of Statesville offers a discerning residential environment for those who, for whatever reason, should not live alone, but do not require skilled nursing care. Here, residents can live as independently as they wish, with the calm assurance that help is always...
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As the person responsible for my brother living at Lakewood Care Center I have been very impressed with the staff. They sincerely care about each and every person there, they are friendly, helpful and go...
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.
Lakewood Care Center is an assisted living community in the quiet Charlotte suburb of Denver, NC. The peaceful, wooded setting provides a serene, welcoming and secure environment for seniors with a variety of care needs. The town of Denver is adjacent to Lake Norman and home to several state...
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The staff seems to be very helpful and eager to please. They tend to be very upbeat as well. They are also responsive to complaints or most requests for changes. Food needs to be served hot.
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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, and look forward to continuing to serve area seniors and their families. Ask about our lifetime veterans saving program and other special offers!
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The food could have been better, it was plain and there were not many options, but this was over a year ago they could have improved. There was a nurse there that was really good. We chose this facility due...
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 mother is doing okay since her move to this community. It has been an adjustment process for her, but I do feel she is good hands. The staff is good. They are kind when I visit, and taking good care of...
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.
At Somerset Court of Mocksville, it's our goal to help each resident live their 'best life,' every day. We're conveniently located in downtown Mocksville in Davie County, close to dining, shopping, the Brock Performing Arts Center, and I-40. Our staff strives to create a pleasant environment...

Cost of assisted living in Shepherds, NC

The average cost of senior living in Shepherds is $4,572 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maiden, NC with an average of $3,990 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shepherds, NC, vs. nearby cities

Shepherds, NC
$4,572/mo
$4,384/mo

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

Shepherds, NC
$4,572/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

Assisted living costs in Shepherds, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,572/mo
$5,253/mo

Assisted living costs in Shepherds, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,947/mo
Studio
$4,720/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,623/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,245/mo

Senior living costs in Shepherds 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: Shepherds, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShepherds, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,572/mo$4,454/mo$4,836/mo
Memory Care$5,253/mo$5,319/mo$5,606/mo
Independent Living$3,780/mo$3,696/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Shepherds, NC:$4,572/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Memory Care
Shepherds, NC:$5,253/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,606/mo
Independent Living
Shepherds, NC:$3,780/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shepherds, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shepherds 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 median 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
Shepherds, NC$5,231/mo$4,898/mo+6.8%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Shepherds, NC
2024 average cost:$5,231/mo
2023 average cost:$4,898/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shepherds, 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 Shepherds.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shepherds

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shepherds

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!

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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TerraBella Little Avenue in Charlotte, NC

5.0
We like TerraBella Little Avenue because the facility was smaller than the other ones that we visited. It seemed like the best fit for my loved one. I would recommend this facility to others.

Shepherds review score based on 783 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 783 reviews of 170 Shepherds assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shepherds 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

Shepherds review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Shepherds, NC170 facilities
8.4
Mooresville, NC196 facilities
8.2
Troutman, NC12 facilities

Review subcategories for Shepherds 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 783 reviews of 170 Shepherds assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shepherds 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.
Shepherds, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
4.0
Care services
3.5
3.6
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.5
3.5
Activities
3.5
3.5
Value for cost*
3.5
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shepherds assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shepherds assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shepherds, 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 Shepherds 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 Shepherds that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shepherds, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.1%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.2%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.5%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.8%
52.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shepherds 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 Shepherds Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shepherds, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50.6%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.4%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.1%
13.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shepherds 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 Shepherds partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shepherds, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.8%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
41.2%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.7%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.5%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Shepherds 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 Shepherds communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shepherds, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.9%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shepherds 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 Shepherds offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shepherds, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.5%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.5%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.2%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.2%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.8%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.6%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.8%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
51.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
41.2%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.5%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.4%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shepherds

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 Shepherds protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Morningside of Concord, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Morningside of Gastonia are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shepherds, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 197 assisted living facilities near Shepherds, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shepherds, North Carolina are Morningside of Gastonia, Legacy Heights Senior Living Community and Brookdale Charlotte East. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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