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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Varnamtown, NC
Assisted living costs in Varnamtown average about $4,204 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 43 communities in Varnamtown. Our detailed directory has 664 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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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 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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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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My mother was moved to Champions in April. After a bit of an adjustment period she has come to fit in well there. She has also begun to thrive. Her social interactions have increased, her general well...
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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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We have lived here for 5+ years and believe they are some of the best years in our our 60 years of marriage. Our food service brought to our apt. door each day is varied and delicious. During this pandemic...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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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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.
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!
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Varnamtown, NC
The average cost of senior living in Varnamtown is $4,204 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Waccamaw, NC with an average of $2,883 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Varnamtown, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Varnamtown, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Varnamtown vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Varnamtown, NC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Varnamtown over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Varnamtown, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Varnamtown
Recent reviews for assisted living in Varnamtown
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.
Stonebridge at Woodbury Assisted Living and Memory Care in Hampstead, NC
4.8
The staff are very friendly and very adamant about their pandemic protocols. I would recommend the community to others. My friend one has not complained about the food. They have stopped activities due to the pandemic.
Porters Neck Village in Wilmington, NC
4.7
We are thrilled with how well we are being taken care of during these difficult times! We are fed door to door, brought groceries we have ordered and prescriptions door to door, given daily fun tasks and exercises on our closed circuit TV and shown daily happy faces by our attending associates. ...
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Attentive and skilled staff. Several reviews mention the high level of care and attention provided by the staff in different communities. At Brookdale Conway, theskills and attentiveness of the team were appreciated by residents and their families. At Anderson Oaks Assisted Living, the staff's ability to engage resident ...
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Customized care plans. Residents and their families express appreciation for the individualized care plans offered at various communities. For instance, at The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, the facility tailored care plans to each resident's specific needs, ensuring that they received the proper assistance and atten ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Reviews highlight the importance of community activities in keeping residents engaged and active. At Brookdale Conway, residents enjoyed card games and other social activities. At Morningside of Wilmington, the community planned regular outings and events to provide residents with new experi ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Many reviews emphasize the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living, the staff was praised for their efforts to maintain a spotless environment. At River Park Senior Living, the residents appreciated the modern facilities and tasteful decor.
Affordable pricing and flexible options. Families have noted the reasonable pricing and flexible payment plans of different communities. At TerraBella Southport, the cost was seen as a good value for the services provided. At New Haven at Little River, the community offered various options to accommodate different financial situati ...
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Supportive and communicative staff. Clear and open communication between families and staff was a common theme in numerous reviews. At Spring Arbor of Wilmington, the staff was praised for their openness and responsiveness. At Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, families appreciated the regular updates they received, making them feel ...
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Varnamtown review score based on 184 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 184 reviews of 35 Varnamtown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Varnamtown 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
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Review subcategories for Varnamtown 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 184 reviews of 35 Varnamtown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Varnamtown 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.Varnamtown, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
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Varnamtown assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Varnamtown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Varnamtown, 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 Varnamtown 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 Varnamtown 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
54.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Varnamtown 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 Varnamtown 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
48.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Varnamtown 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 Varnamtown 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
17.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25.7%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Varnamtown 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 Varnamtown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
25.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Varnamtown 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 Varnamtown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.4%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
45.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
34.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Varnamtown
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 Varnamtown protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Indigo at Carolina Forest, Anderson Oaks Assisted Living and Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Varnamtown, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 43 assisted living facilities near Varnamtown, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Varnamtown, North Carolina is Indigo at Carolina Forest. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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