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10 Best Nursing Homes in Union County, NC

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Union County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Union County, NC may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Union County or another care type is right for you. Browse 14 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Union County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Eastover, Madison Park and Echo Hills.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Georgeville, Aquadale and Cottonville.

Nursing homes facilities near Union County, NC

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Photo of Brookdale Monroe Square
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22 Floor plans available
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I was very satisfied from the time my father entered until he passed. I could not have asked for better than them. When I was not there I knew my dad was taken care of. The staff was very friendly and kept...
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.
Upgrade Your Senior LivingIt’s time to trade the chores, worries and stress that often come from life at home for a better senior living lifestyle. As a resident here, you’ll enjoy a resort-style atmosphere full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with.We’ve been serving...
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22 Floor plans available
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Very attentive to our needs, above and beyond with communication and understanding. We picked this community because of the employees, they made us feel confident [name removed] would be well taken care...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Special Care for Exceptional SeniorsSeniors living with Alzheimer’s and other kinds of dementia deserve special care. Our luxurious community is highly specialized, providing compassionate Alzheimer’s and dementia care community for exceptional seniors. Because we are built from the ground up to...
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Honestly it was the type room that was available at that time that made us choose Brookdale Union Park over others we looked into. However, I talk to others who were familiar with Brookdale prior to my...
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.
Always Something to DoYou can always find something fun and exciting to do here at our assisted living community in Monroe, North Carolina. With private accommodations, spacious common rooms and a long list of resort-style amenities and services, you may find yourself wondering why you didn’t...
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[name removed], the nurse is so bubbly and friendly. I feel like she's taken the time to get to know [name removed]. All the caretakers have been great so far. [name removed], the Activity Director, will...
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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A nursing facility like this is much more clinical like, it's basically a step down from a hospital but it's an extremely nice facility, well maintained. For rehab, it's a great facility.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Elizabethan Gardens is a unique assisted living center catering to the elderly, physically disabled, and mentally disabled individuals. Our private rooms are housed in a historic building built in 1929 with semi private wings added in 1982 and 1987. The home has been modernized without losing...
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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.
Woodridge is a senior living community located in Monroe, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Woodridge we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping them...
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Union County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Union County is $4,950 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Cross, NC with an average of $4,450 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Union County, NC vs. nearby counties

Union County, NC
$4,950/mo
$4,982/mo
$5,006/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Union County, NC vs. the state and national average

Union County, NC
$4,950/mo
U.S. national average
$4,920/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Union County vs. other types of senior living

$5,113/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,950/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Union County, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,005/mo
Studio
$6,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,500/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,543/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Union County over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Union County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Union County

The Blake at Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC

4.3
I love The Blake!! It's an excellent facility and my parents are adjusting nicely to living in their independent care cottage which is simply beautiful. Yes I would tell a friend.

Brookdale Charlotte East

5.0
I've been here for 8 years at Brookdale. I love it and I love living near my son. I particularly love the staff and the residents. We have lots of activities which I really appreciate, it makes for a very nice time. Lots of different acts and performers as well as movies and other activities.

The Meridian at Carolina Lakes in Indian Land, SC

5.0
Welcoming and caring. Good food, good therapies, nice rooms, transportation and all kinds of activities and special occasions that include family members...and much more for our family resident who loves living there~ great find in SC! Thank you to A Place for Mom for recommending and ...
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Union County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union 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 Union County 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 Union County 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
27.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.8%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.4%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.3%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Union County 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 Union County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Union County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
9.1%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.2%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Union County 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 Union County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Union County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Union County 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 Union County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union County 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 Union County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.2%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
0.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
0.4%
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Sunrise of Providence, MerryWood on Park and Brookdale Charlotte East are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Union County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 14 nursing homes facilities near Union County, North Carolina. See the full list.

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