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Assisted living costs in South Mills average about $3,762 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in South Mills. Our detailed directory has 55 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 The Vero at Chesapeake Senior Living
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Staff is very caring and takes wonderful care of our loved one. She is happy, safe, and taken care of always! We would recommend to others
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 Vero at Chesapeake brings the historic and vibrant spirit of coastal Virginia to senior living. With a range of options that includes Independent-Style Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, our residents have access to everything they need for a life with joy and purpose.We are...
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Photo of Brookdale Elizabeth City
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.7
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Everything is great at Brookdale, except we would like to see more activities - especially in the evenings and on the weekends.
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.
Define your day, every day.As you get older, you sometimes need a little help. Here we can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to meet your specific...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor
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44 Floor plans available
7.3
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27 reviews
7.3
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My mom is level 2 dementia and we had a mishappening, I rang the bell several times for help and after 25 minutes I went in search of a nurse after I found one it took another 10 minutes for them to come 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.
Cedar Manor Assisted Living is an affiliate of Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. Cedar Manor offers a comfortable, supportive atmosphere to enjoy your independence in a secure, peaceful, wooded setting. Each private suite features kitchenettes, individual climate control and bathrooms with...
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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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Currituck House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Currituck House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
Waterbrooke of Elizabeth City is a 130 bed assisted living community that emphasizes excellence in resident care while promoting dignity, respect and independence.  We offer services that are rarely offered in other communities, including an in-house physician, in-house psychiatrist, and a...
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, 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.
Lav'm Adult Residence Lav'm Adult Residence is an assisted living community located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The community is located in a mostly residential area with a few businesses, which creates a quiet, home-like setting for the community's residents without sacrificing nearby conveniences....
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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.
Whitehurst ManorWhitehurst Manor offers a great assisted living community for seniors who are looking to make Chesapeake, VA their home. The city of Chesapeake offers beautiful parks and outdoor space, with opportunities for hiking or just enjoying the weather. The city also offers many museums...
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 South Mills, NC

The average cost of senior living in South Mills is $3,762 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aulander, NC with an average of $2,979 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Mills, NC, vs. nearby cities

South Mills, NC
$3,762/mo
$3,779/mo

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

South Mills, NC
$3,762/mo
U.S. national average
$4,770/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,762/mo
$4,366/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,502/mo
Studio
$5,343/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,268/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,518/mo

Senior living costs in South Mills vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: South Mills, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Mills, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,762/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$4,366/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living$3,742/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
South Mills, NC:$3,762/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
South Mills, NC:$4,366/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Independent Living
South Mills, NC:$3,742/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Mills, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in South Mills.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Mills

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Mills

Brookdale Elizabeth City

3.5
My mother is currently a resident at Brookdale Elizabeth City. My biggest issue is with communication. Several things are prompting me to remove my mother from there in the next few weeks. I would recommend this facility to others if the resident didn't have any major health issues.

First Choice Assisted Living LLC in Chesapeake, VA

4.1
The staff is very caring and I think this is a great place for your loved one. The food is good and the community has restaurants close by if you want something different. I would recommend this community to others.

Chesapeake Place Senior Living

4.4
My experience was actually quite stressful and overwhelming in the beginning . For me, it was hard to figure out the process but then everything started to fall into place. Since then, and in the long run, it has been a positive experience for both me and my loved one! What I was most concerned ...
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South Mills assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Mills assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Mills, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in South Mills assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in South Mills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Mills, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Mills assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of South Mills Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Mills, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Mills assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of South Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Mills, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Mills assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of South Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Mills, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Mills assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in South Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Mills, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
30%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Mills

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in South Mills protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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The Vero at Chesapeake Senior Living, Brookdale Elizabeth City and Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Mills, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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