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Assisted living costs in Zara average about $3,689 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 50 communities in Zara. Our detailed directory has 342 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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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!
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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...
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.
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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
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, 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.
The Magnolia is an assisted living and memory care community located in Clinton, NC. Clinton is a beautiful city with a newly renovated downtown, tree-lined streets, and historic homes. It is known as a friendly and welcoming community where neighbors come together to support one another. The...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Wesley Pines is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food and beverage;...
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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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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.
We have private and semi-private rooms. We also provide transportation to doctor’s appointments. We also have shopping, the residents own and operate a craft store, the proceeds go toward activities. We have an excellent activities department. We have life entertainment on special occasions, such...
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This has by any means of measurement been the hardest time of my life. It started with a diagnoses of Lewy Body Dementia! That diagnoses changed my life! And the life of everyone who cared ANYTHING about me!...
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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.
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Everything was really good, but they didn't have an Alzheimers unit. I have had multiple family members here for multiple years.
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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Cost of assisted living in Zara, NC

The average cost of senior living in Zara is $3,689 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Watha, NC with an average of $2,633 per month.

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

Zara, NC
$3,689/mo

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

Zara, NC
$3,689/mo
U.S. national average
$4,770/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,689/mo
$4,598/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,793/mo
Studio
$5,418/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,473/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,549/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,523/mo

Senior living costs in Zara 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: Zara, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeZara, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,689/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$4,598/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living$4,275/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Zara, NC:$3,689/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Zara, NC:$4,598/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Zara, NC:$4,275/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Zara, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Zara 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Zara, NC$5,540/mo$5,268/mo+5.2%
North Carolina$5,410/mo$5,059/mo+6.9%
National$5,322/mo$5,061/mo+5.2%
Zara, NC
2024 average cost:$5,540/mo
2023 average cost:$5,268/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,410/mo
2023 average cost:$5,059/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,322/mo
2023 average cost:$5,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Zara, 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 Zara.

What families are saying about assisted living in Zara

Recent reviews for assisted living in Zara

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and caring staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members towards residents at various communities, such as Spring Arbor of Wilmington and River Park Senior Living. Families praise the staff's dedication to ensuring their loved ones' needs are met and their overall happiness. ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities like Morningside of Wilmington and The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach offer an extensive range of activities to keep residents socially active and engaged. Reviews mention activities such as singing, games, and group outings to local attractions.
Cleanliness and upkeep of facilities. Reviews from TerraBella Southport, River Park Senior Living, and The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach stress the importance of cleanliness and ongoing maintenance in residents' satisfaction with their living environments. They mention the care taken to maintain private rooms, communal areas, a ...
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Supportive communication between families and staff. Throughout reviews, families express appreciation for the open and consistent communication between staff and loved ones, allowing them to be informed about care and ensuring their peace of mind. For example, at TerraBella Southport and River Park Senior Living, staff regularly engage with f ...
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Flexible and accommodating staff. Reviews for Spring Arbor of Wilmington and Morningside of Wilmington commend the adaptability of community staff in addressing residents' unique needs, particularly in regards to pet policies and care levels. This flexibility adds to the sense of individualized care provided at these communi ...
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Delicious and customized meals. Communities like TerraBella Southport, The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, and River Park Senior Living prioritize quality meals and dietary accommodations to cater to residents' preferences and dietary restrictions. Families consistently mention their loved ones' enjoyment of the food offer ...
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Zara review score based on 109 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 109 reviews of 38 Zara assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Zara 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

Zara review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Zara, NC38 facilities
8.3
East Arcadia, NC47 facilities
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Sandyfield, NC8 facilities

Review subcategories for Zara 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 109 reviews of 38 Zara assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Zara 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.
Zara, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Zara assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Zara assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Zara, 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 Zara 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 Zara that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Zara, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
34.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Zara 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 Zara Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Zara, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Zara 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 Zara partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Zara, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
7.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Zara 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 Zara communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Zara, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
2.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Zara 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 Zara offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Zara, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
23.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Zara

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

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