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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dora, NC
If you’re looking for assisted living in Dora, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Dora or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Dora.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Dora for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 12 assisted living facilities in the Dora area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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My Mom loves the place including the food. The services are great and everyone is so nice. The bathroom are excellent and easy for her to use. The landscaping is always nicely groomed. The rooms are all made...
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.
A Charming Place….Carolina Care Retirement Cottages is located in Cherryville, NC: a small town full of warm hospitality about 40 miles outside of Charlotte, NC city limits. We provide an active, independent, fulfilling home life without the worry of maintenance/repairs, or cooking, through the...
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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
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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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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...
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.
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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My father has been @ Somerset for approximately 1 month. He has received excellent care & the nurses have been very attentive to him. I feel so much better knowing that he no longer alone in his home. He has...
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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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Somerset Court of Cherryville offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Somerset Court of Cherryville, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued...
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My father has been @ Somerset for approximately 1 month. He has received excellent care & the nurses have been very attentive to him. I feel so much better knowing that he no longer alone in his home. He has...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Somerset Court of Cherryville offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Somerset Court of Cherryville, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued...
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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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My first time touring this facility [Removed], the director, is very friendly and hospitable. The entire staff from what I have seen is very good. They do a great job as well keeping the place clean and...
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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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Cleveland House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. At Cleveland House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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My first time touring this facility [Removed], the director, is very friendly and hospitable. The entire staff from what I have seen is very good. They do a great job as well keeping the place clean and...
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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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Cleveland House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. At Cleveland House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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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.
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, 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.
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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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...
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.
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.
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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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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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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...
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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Dora, NC
The average cost of senior living in Dora is $3,749 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lawndale, NC with an average of $3,426 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dora, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dora, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dora, NC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Dora over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dora, NC
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Private income options in North Carolina
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VA benefits in North Carolina
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Medicare and Medicaid in North Carolina
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What families are saying about assisted living in Dora
Recent reviews for assisted living in Dora
Morningside of Gastonia
4.6
The Facility is very clean and the staff are very friendly and caring.
They have been very kind to my mom.
I always feel very welcome when I visit my mom.
They have great meals for the residents and the dining staff are wonderful.
Grace Village Assisted Living and Memory Care in Granite Falls, NC
3.6
The first impression was excellent. Everyone smiled and was very pleasant. We were given the tour and loved the place which made us bring my mom up to see it. She fell in love with the place and the room in which she was going to stay in. She has been there since December. We have ...
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Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC
5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Dora assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dora assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dora, 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 Dora 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 Dora 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
35.3%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.3%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.6%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
70.6%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.2%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
70.6%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.1%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.9%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dora 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 Dora Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.4%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.8%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.8%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.9%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dora 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 Dora 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
29.4%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dora 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 Dora communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.8%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
5.9%
29.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dora 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 Dora offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.6%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.6%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.5%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dora
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dora protect seniors.
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Brookdale Falling Creek, Morningside of Gastonia and Brookdale Robinwood are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dora, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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