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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Yancey County, NC

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Assisted living costs in Yancey County average about $4,387 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 125 communities in Yancey County. Our detailed directory has 953 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.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Marion, Weaverville and Swannanoa.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Brockford Inn has been providing elder care to our local community for over 40 years. Our staff has an equal amount of experience working with the geriatric population suffering from dementia, mental challenges, and being homeless. We are a family owned company, located in Granite Falls, NC. Our...
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Cost of assisted living in Yancey County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Yancey County is $4,387 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marion, NC with an average of $3,512 per month.

Assisted living costs in Yancey County, NC, vs. nearby counties

Yancey County, NC
$4,387/mo

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

Yancey County, NC
$4,387/mo
U.S. national average
$4,780/mo

Assisted living costs in Yancey County, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,387/mo
$5,167/mo

Assisted living costs in Yancey County, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,686/mo
Studio
$5,273/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,334/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,011/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,200/mo

Senior living costs in Yancey County 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: Yancey County, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeYancey County, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,387/mo$4,436/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$5,167/mo$5,287/mo$5,537/mo
Independent Living$3,391/mo$3,696/mo$4,187/mo
Assisted Living
Yancey County, NC:$4,387/mo
North Carolina:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Yancey County, NC:$5,167/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Independent Living
Yancey County, NC:$3,391/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,187/mo
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Assisted living costs in Yancey County, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Yancey County 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
Yancey County, NC$5,503/mo$4,875/mo+12.9%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Yancey County, NC
2024 average cost:$5,503/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+12.9%
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 Yancey County, 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 Yancey County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Yancey County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Yancey County

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!

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
Everyone at the community is very helpful. The staff seem to really care about the residents. They are interactive and engaging with the residents. The community tries to accommodate the residents with their restrictions and preferences for food.

Yancey County review score based on 311 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 311 reviews of 106 Yancey County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Yancey County 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

Yancey County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Yancey County, NC106 facilities
7.5
Burnsville, NC7 facilities
6.3
Bakersville, NC13 facilities

Review subcategories for Yancey County 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 311 reviews of 106 Yancey County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Yancey County 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.
Yancey County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Yancey County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Yancey County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Yancey County, 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 Yancey County 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 Yancey County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Yancey County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.3%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Yancey County 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 Yancey County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Yancey County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.8%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Yancey County 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 Yancey County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Yancey County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Yancey County 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 Yancey County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Yancey County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
26.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Yancey County 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 Yancey County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Yancey County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
23.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Yancey County

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Mars Hill Manor, Brookdale Rock Springs and Brookdale Bristol are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Yancey County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 125 assisted living facilities near Yancey County, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Yancey County, North Carolina are Brookdale Bristol, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and American House Johnson City. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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