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10 Best Nursing Homes in Glen Alpine, NC
Glen Alpine is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 182 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Glen Alpine, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Glen Alpine is about $4,175, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 926 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Glen Alpine, NC
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When our mother needed more care than was possible at home, we turned to Rose Hill. I'm not saying she was enthusiastic about the move at first. What I can say is that the care they gave our mother at Rose...
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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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So far everything has been going great. They have been answering the lights with in minutes instead of like at the other place hours. The staff is very attentive to moms needs. They are excellent about also...
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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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I wanted to take a moment to let you know how much I appreciate the care that is given to my MawMaw at this facility. I love the family atmosphere that is in this place! My MawMaw had to have more care than...
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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 mother goes there for respite stays when my husband and I need a break. She has stayed a month at a time before. They're always very accommodating, even if I need to make arrangements at the last minute....
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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.
Catawba Valley Living at Rock Barn is Catawba County's newest Assisted Living Community opening in 2006. We are located seven miles from Hickory off of interstate 40. Our property is adjacent to Rock Barn Golf and Spa, home of the Greater Hickory Classic, part of...
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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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They provided excellent care to my grandmother for over 5 years. Grateful to all the staff. They accommodated food requests and even care suggestions to bring her recliner out to the hallway so we could be...
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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.
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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Navion turned out to be a perfect fit for my mother. She has transitioned into the friendly little community there easier than expected. The apartment she has is a good size for her, and the facility is...
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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.
Quality Care You Can Count OnIf you’re ready to move into an exceptionally warm and welcoming assisted living community in Shelby, North Carolina where you can enjoy spacious and comfortable accommodations, wonderful company and personalized care plans that provide you with quality care you can...
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I have been impressed by the individual attention shown to my aunt and by the communication from the staff. The facility is down-to-earth, clean, well-run, and the staff is competent and caring. There are...
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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.
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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My mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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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.
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My mother was here for rehab but she refused everything, the next day after she got there, they were trying to get her to do physical therapy, but that was also when they gave her some medication that had...
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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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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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After being very unhappy and even concerned about the care of my loved one at some fancy facility, I started a search for a safer home. One that cared for the residents more than their profit line. My...
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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.
Mountain View Assisted Living is located in the beautiful city of Hendersonville, Henderson County, North Carolina. Our scenic community is located on top of a hilltop, surrounded by beautiful mountains, overlooking a large, green horse pasture. The lovely scenery makes it the perfect place to...
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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.
Heath House is a senior living community located in Lincolnton, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Heath House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and...
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Where Main Street meets the mountains, the Lake James Lodge assisted living community in Marion, NC is not only beautiful, but offers residents a plethora of activities to keep busy with. Lake James Lodge is located in the heart of Marion with a breathtaking view of the nearby mountains. Marion...
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What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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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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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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 nursing homes in Glen Alpine, NC
The average cost of senior living in Glen Alpine is $4,175 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Valdese, NC with an average of $3,388 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Glen Alpine, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Glen Alpine, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Glen Alpine
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Glen Alpine
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!
Wesley Court in Boiling Springs, SC
4.8
Heather is the administrator and has been here for 18 years. She is compassionate, a good leader and loves all the residents. Many of the CNA's, med techs and other staff have been here for many years. They get to know every residents needs, likes and dislikes. It has been a great fit for my ...
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Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park in Hendersonville, NC
4.8
I would highly recommend this community. For the money and cost they are the best community around this area for your loved ones. They have activities like games, movie night, church services and more for the residents.
Glen Alpine nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Alpine nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Alpine, 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 Glen Alpine nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Glen Alpine 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
39.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.8%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.8%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Glen Alpine nursing homes
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 Glen Alpine Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Glen Alpine, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.1%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.1%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Glen Alpine nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Glen Alpine partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glen Alpine, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Alpine nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Glen Alpine communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
5.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
17.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Alpine nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Glen Alpine offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.7%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.8%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
19.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.2%
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LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Mars Hill Manor and Brookdale Falling Creek are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Glen Alpine, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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