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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in White Lake, NC

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Assisted living costs in White Lake average about $3,470 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 68 communities in White Lake. Our detailed directory has 321 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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Cost of assisted living in White Lake, NC

The average cost of senior living in White Lake is $3,470 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wallace, NC with an average of $2,633 per month.

Assisted living costs in White Lake, NC, vs. nearby cities

White Lake, NC
$3,470/mo
$3,094/mo

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

White Lake, NC
$3,470/mo
U.S. national average
$4,779/mo

Assisted living costs in White Lake, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,470/mo
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in White Lake, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,534/mo
Studio
$5,364/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,143/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,612/mo

Senior living costs in White Lake 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: White Lake, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhite Lake, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,470/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$4,558/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living$4,009/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
White Lake, NC:$3,470/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
White Lake, NC:$4,558/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
Independent Living
White Lake, NC:$4,009/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Assisted living costs in White Lake, NC, over time

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

White Lake, NCNC stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in White Lake, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in White Lake 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
White Lake, NC$4,753/mo$4,646/mo+2.3%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
White Lake, NC
2024 average cost:$4,753/mo
2023 average cost:$4,646/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in White Lake, 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 White Lake.

What families are saying about assisted living in White Lake

Recent reviews for assisted living in White Lake

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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Shallotte Assisted Living, Inc.

5.0
This is an older community but has undergone many upgrades. The Administrator went out of his way to transition my uncooperative mother. She now loves it and has many friends. She also can't wait to get back to her new "home" when we take her on outings. I am completely satisfied with the ...
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The Kempton At Brightmore in Wilmington, NC

4.2
My mother lived at the Kempton for about a year and a half before she passed away unexpectedly in late [date removed]. She loved it there! They had lots of activities that she enjoyed and she made many new friends there. I always found the staff to be friendly & caring and the facility was ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the kindness and care displayed by staff members at various communities. At Spring Arbor of Sandhills, family members mention the staff's responsiveness and attentiveness to residents' needs. At Harmony at Hope Mills, residents and their families pra ...
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Variety of care offerings. Communities cater to diverse care needs, as highlighted in reviews. For example, at The Carolina Inn, residents receive excellent clinical care, while at Morningside of Wilmington, staff members accommodate a loved one's special needs and offer tailored assistance. At Spring Arbor of Wilmin ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of community living areas and private rooms. Residents and their families at Harmony at Hope Mills appreciate the cleanliness of the facility, while Morningside of Wilmington mentions the small size of the community, making it easier to ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Communities provide a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. At Spring Arbor of Sandhills, residents participate in various activities throughout the day, and at Harmony at Hope Mills, residents enjoy restaurant-style meals where they order from a menu.
Family focused care and communication. Communities prioritize partnerships with families, as reflected in the reviews. At Spring Arbor of Sandhills, communication between families and staff is described as excellent, while Harmony at Hope Mills mentions the convenience of the community's close proximity to families.
Accommodating to residents' dietary needs. Residents' dietary requirements are taken into account at various communities. At Harmony at Hope Mills, the food is described as delicious, and the chef accommodates dietary restrictions. At Spring Arbor of Sandhills, residents have access to 3 meals a day, and although one resident mention ...
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White Lake review score based on 96 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 51 White Lake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The White Lake 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

White Lake review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
White Lake, NC51 facilities
2.0
Elizabethtown, NC7 facilities
0
Garland, NC6 facilities

Review subcategories for White Lake 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 96 reviews of 51 White Lake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare White Lake 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.
White Lake, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.2
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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White Lake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in White Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in White Lake, 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 White Lake 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 White Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
White Lake, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.1%
52.4%
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 White Lake 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 White Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
White Lake, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in White Lake 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 White Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
White Lake, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in White Lake 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 White Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
White Lake, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
19.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in White Lake 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 White Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
White Lake, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
21.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.8%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in White Lake

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Arbor of Wilmington, Morningside of Wilmington and The Carolina Inn are the top-rated assisted living facilities near White Lake, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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