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6 Best Nursing Homes in Shepherds, NC

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Shepherds 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 6 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Shepherds, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Shepherds is about $4,885, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 136 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Shepherds, NC

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9.8
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45 reviews
9.8
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45 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
22%
3 star
0%
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0%
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0%
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We haven't tried the food but my father in law isn't a big fan, that's the only reason for a middle answer. The staff has always been really great. Greetings us when we arrive, kind things to say about our...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Residents and visitors alike will feel right at home at Cadence at Mooresville. This one-story senior living community has a charming covered front porch with rocking chairs to enjoy the fresh air. White railings and decorative gables give this community the feel of a country cottage.Inside,...
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8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
29%
4 star
29%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
42%
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My mother was there for advanced hospice care so some things did not apply to her. The facility is an older structure so has that appearance in ceilings, windows etc. bathrooms are shared. Is located in a...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Meadow Lakes of Statesville Memory Care works hard to help ensure that our elderly loved ones stay healthy and safe.
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7.8
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60 reviews
7.8
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60 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
33%
3 star
10%
2 star
2%
1 star
15%
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We were very happy with Terra Bella Lake Norman. Food wasn't good and many chefs were employed during my parents stay. I don't know why. We would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
Located just west of downtown Mooresville, TerraBella Lake Norman is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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24 reviews
7.5
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24 reviews
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33%
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21%
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13%
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8%
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25%
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My mom has passed, but while she was there, they took wonderful care of her. [name removed] and the rest did their absolute best for her. They answered all my questions and did everything we asked to keep...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Summit Place we have only 40 residents in our Assisted Living community. Adjacent to our Assisted Living we also have Memory Care right on our campus with only 20 residents in that portion of the community. Our community is small and intimate. This allows us to have more hands on time with...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
At Mooresville, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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Cost of nursing homes in Shepherds, NC

The average cost of senior living in Shepherds is $4,885 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maiden, NC with an average of $3,933 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Shepherds, NC, vs. nearby cities

Shepherds, NC
$4,885/mo
$4,671/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shepherds, NC, vs. state and national averages

Shepherds, NC
$4,885/mo
U.S. national average
$5,037/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shepherds, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,202/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,885/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shepherds, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,843/mo
Studio
$5,313/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,370/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,995/mo

Senior living costs in Shepherds vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shepherds, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShepherds, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,885/mo$4,603/mo$5,037/mo
Assisted Living$4,508/mo$4,433/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,202/mo$5,282/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living$3,763/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Nursing Homes
Shepherds, NC:$4,885/mo
North Carolina:$4,603/mo
U.S.:$5,037/mo
Assisted Living
Shepherds, NC:$4,508/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Shepherds, NC:$5,202/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Shepherds, NC:$3,763/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Shepherds, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Shepherds 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.

Shepherds, NCNC stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Shepherds, NC

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Shepherds 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
Shepherds, NC$5,248/mo$5,262/mo-0.3%
North Carolina$5,393/mo$5,057/mo+6.6%
National$5,314/mo$4,970/mo+6.9%
Shepherds, NC
2024 average cost:$5,248/mo
2023 average cost:$5,262/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,393/mo
2023 average cost:$5,057/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,314/mo
2023 average cost:$4,970/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Shepherds

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shepherds

Somerset Court of Mocksville

5.0
They really do an excellent job. They deal really well with both the residents and their families. They are very patient and understanding and go out of their way to help out in any way they can. I highly recommend Somerset Court of Mocksville to anyone else who needs a place for their ...
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Olde Knox Commons at the Villages of Mecklenb in Huntersville, NC

5.0
My experience here was very pleasurable. The staff were extremely kind and helped me to recover very well. I would come back in a second if needed and now consider these people my second family. Thank yall very much!

Heritage of Cedar Rock in Mocksville, NC

4.8
All of the staff are great and take as much time as you need to talk any concerns we have and my mother in law is very happy there and she has made friends. I would highly recommend Heritage of Cedar Rock, it has been a great experience.

Shepherds nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shepherds nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shepherds, 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 Shepherds 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 Shepherds that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shepherds, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
17.5%
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 Shepherds 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 Shepherds Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shepherds, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shepherds 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 Shepherds partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shepherds, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
3.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Shepherds 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 Shepherds communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shepherds, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Shepherds 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 Shepherds offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shepherds, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Meadow Lakes of Statesville Memory Care and Terrabella Lake Norman are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Shepherds, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 6 nursing homes facilities near Shepherds, North Carolina. See the full list.
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