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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Waco, NC
If your loved one needs memory care in Waco, A Place for Mom can help. With 5 memory care facilities in Waco, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Waco incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Waco memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Waco, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Gastonia, Kings Mountain and Shelby.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Gastonia, Kings Mountain and Shelby.
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I visited there on a routine basis with my therapy dog. I saw in inner workings of the facility, not watered down tour workings. I already have recommended to others. If I thought it was good enough for my...
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.
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Things could be improved but they have been very good about some important things. The hall smells of urine more often. The other areas seem clean enough. Again, staff changes lately but they are super nice...
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.
Situated in beautiful Shelby, known as “the City of Pleasant Living,” our warm, relaxing assisted living single-story community is known for down-home cooking, family get-togethers and lots of fellowship. Senior residents enjoy Terrabella of Shelby’s welcoming environment; engaged and friendly...
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I could not have asked for a better place for my uncle. Everyone there was wonderful and we felt like family. The care was excellent. The food was very good. I would recommend this community.
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.
Welcome to Maple Woods and The Oaks, the Assisted Living communities of Peak Resources - Cherryville. We are eagerly anticipating the relationships that can be created between our family and yours. Through passion and knowledge, our staff is dedicated to establishing an environment where senior...
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The food looks good and my brother does eat well. This is an older community, however they do keep the community very clean. They clean his room daily. Most of the caregivers are friendly and helpful. ...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Country Time Inn offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Country Time Inn, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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The food looks good and my brother does eat well. This is an older community, however they do keep the community very clean. They clean his room daily. Most of the caregivers are friendly and helpful. ...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Country Time Inn offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Country Time Inn, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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They really cared for Mom , they handled minor issues like a scratch or first aid without sending her to the emergency room. Her first facility was constantly sending her for minor injuries. The director...
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.
Summit Place of Kings Mountain Summit Place of Kings Mountain is an assisted living community located in Kings Mountain, North Carolina of Cleveland County. With its ideal location near many restaurants, shopping centers, public parks, museums and galleries, the city of Kings Mountain offers the...
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Cost of memory care in Waco, NC
The average cost of senior living in Waco is $4,577 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ellenboro, NC with an average of $4,518 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waco, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waco, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Waco
Recent reviews for memory care in Waco
TerraBella Shelby
4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at TerraBella Shelby and overall I would say that things are good. The move in process was pretty smooth. The staff are super nice and welcoming. Communication with the family could be better, but it is okay. The value for cost is not so great as families are ...
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Viva Senior Living at Gaffney
5.0
I fell in my home and realized I was no longer safe. My nephew found Magnolias and said it was the best in town. The rooms are comfortable and I enjoy playing bingo with my friends.
TerraBella Newton
4.9
My daddy was in the mind care of Terra Bella in Newton, NC., for over seventeen months. My daddy loved it there and so did I ! They truly looked after my daddy. They became like family to him as well as our family. Very nice place with very caring staff! I truly appreciate the staff and the ...
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Waco memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waco memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waco, 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 Waco memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Waco 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
83.3%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
64.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Waco memory care
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 Waco Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.3%
62.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waco memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Waco partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Waco memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Waco communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waco memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Waco offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
50%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Morningside of Gastonia, TerraBella Cramer Mountain and The Addison of Lincolnton are the top-rated memory care facilities near Waco, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 5 memory care facilities near Waco, North Carolina. See the full list.
The 5 memory care facilities near you in Waco, North Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Waco, North Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Waco, North Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Waco, North Carolina ranges from $1040 to $10365. The average Memory Care cost in Waco, North Carolina is $4,577. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Waco, North Carolina typically starts at $1040. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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Memory Care in Cities Near Waco
- Gastonia, North Carolina
- Kings Mountain, North Carolina
- Shelby, North Carolina
- Lincolnton, North Carolina
- Maiden, North Carolina
- Forest City, North Carolina
- Newton, North Carolina
- Boiling Springs, North Carolina
- Mount Holly, North Carolina
- Casar, North Carolina
- Stanley, North Carolina
- Hildebran, North Carolina
- South Lincolnton, North Carolina
- Cherryville, North Carolina
- Draytonville, South Carolina
- Filbert, South Carolina
- Earl, North Carolina
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- Stubbs, North Carolina
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