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Assisted living costs in Sunburst average about $3,916 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 43 communities in Sunburst. Our detailed directory has 101 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 Trinity View Retirement Community
44 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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Trinity View was excellent for my mom. They gave her community and helped back to such a stable state that we were able to bring her home with us. The staff is incredible and so friendly. I would definitely...
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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Photo of Brookdale Asheville Overlook
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.8
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40 reviews
8.8
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40 reviews
5 star
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Overall very happy with staff and facility. Treated my father like he was family! I would recommend to others, very caring environment for your family member.
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.
A Nature Lover’s DreamTucked amidst the natural beauty of Asheville, North Carolina, it’s no surprise the new neighbors at your assisted living community are eager to adventure in the great outdoors. You’ll feel right at home as you soak up the sunshine and scenic views on the expansive...
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Photo of The Landings of Mills River
44 Photos available
8.0
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2 reviews
8.0
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My loved one is a resident at this facility and it has been great!
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.
Photo of Heather Glen Assisted Living
2121 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
6.3
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9 reviews
6.3
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9 reviews
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56%
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22%
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11%
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I would recommend it for a family style type of living. I liked it because it was small and similar to how my mom's personality is. I really like the staff
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.
Photo of Cedar Mountain House
55 Photos available
5 star
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My mother has been at Cedar Mountain for three years and I have found everyone to be caring and considerate in their care of her. Last year was especially hard due to Covid but [names removed] went over the...
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.
Cedar Mountain House is an assisted living community located just outside of downtown Brevard, NC. Cradled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Brevard is a cozy town filled with tremendous cultural & natural opportunities. Cedar Mountain House is tucked away from the hustle & bustle of in town...
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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
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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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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
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.
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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.
Hominy Valley Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the beautiful and quiet community of Candler, North Carolina. Surrounded by breath taking views, this is the perfect place for you to call home. Candler is a peaceful mountain community that lies in between Canton and...
Photo of Windwood II
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.
Photo of College Walk Retirement Community
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.
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.
Photo of Candler Living Center
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
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, 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.
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.
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Photo of River Bend Assisted Living
22 Photos available
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.
River Bend Assisted Living focuses on compassion, community, and tailored care. We are here to give families peace of mind and help seniors feel their best.
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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.
Photo of Angel House Vi
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
Photo of Angel House III
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.

Cost of assisted living in Sunburst, NC

The average cost of senior living in Sunburst is $3,916 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maggie Valley, NC with an average of $3,098 per month.

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

Sunburst, NC
$3,916/mo
$4,078/mo

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

Sunburst, NC
$3,916/mo
U.S. national average
$4,835/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,916/mo
$5,670/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,048/mo
Studio
$4,480/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,756/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,469/mo

Senior living costs in Sunburst 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: Sunburst, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSunburst, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,916/mo$4,433/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,670/mo$5,282/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living$3,374/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Sunburst, NC:$3,916/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Sunburst, NC:$5,670/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Sunburst, NC:$3,374/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sunburst, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sunburst 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.

Sunburst, NCNC stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Sunburst, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sunburst 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
Sunburst, NC$6,088/mo$5,267/mo+15.6%
North Carolina$5,136/mo$4,858/mo+5.7%
National$5,129/mo$4,794/mo+7.0%
Sunburst, NC
2024 average cost:$6,088/mo
2023 average cost:$5,267/mo
Percent change:+15.6%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,136/mo
2023 average cost:$4,858/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,794/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sunburst, 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 Sunburst.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sunburst

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sunburst

Cedar Mountain House in Brevard, NC

5.0
My sister and I absolutely love all the staff at Cedar Mountain House. They are always very friendly and welcoming and take excellent care of our Mom. We were very thankful to find a place for her after her fall. She has Alzheimer’s and think she has always lived there and they are her lifelong ...
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Brookdale Asheville Overlook

4.9
The facility is a tad bit dated, but it's in very good repair, and there is plenty of outdoor space. The staff have been exceptionally supportive and helpful.

Trinity View Retirement Community in Arden, NC

4.0
They could improve on the food. We're not at all sure how often a bath or wash up is given. Based on the experience so far, we would probably recommend Trinity View Retirement Community to other families.

Sunburst review score based on 31 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 31 reviews of 29 Sunburst assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sunburst 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

Sunburst review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Sunburst, NC29 facilities
6.3
Waynesville, NC30 facilities
6.3
Clyde, NC29 facilities

Review subcategories for Sunburst 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 31 reviews of 29 Sunburst assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sunburst 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.
Sunburst, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
4.1
Friendliness
3.4
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.8
Staff
3.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.1
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Sunburst assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunburst assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunburst, 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 Sunburst 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 Sunburst that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sunburst, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.2%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
27.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
17.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
24.1%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sunburst 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 Sunburst Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sunburst, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
17.2%
51.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sunburst 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 Sunburst partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sunburst, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
10.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunburst 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 Sunburst communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunburst, NCNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
6.9%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunburst 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 Sunburst offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sunburst, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
13.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
17.2%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
17.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.8%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
13.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
3.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sunburst

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

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