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I just moved my parents into the Villas which is independent living. Before the move, the admin were great about adding accommodations my parents requested, so they were in place when they arrived. We had a...
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.
Henderson Care Center-Forest City, North CarolinaWho are we? Henderson Care Center has been serving Rutherford County since 1992.We provide quality care to all our residents. Our goal is to meet each resident’s needs while maintaining the highest level of choice, dignity, respect and...
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It's been a great experience and the facility is the best around. The cleanliness of the facility and that it is smaller than other facilities. The director is very nice and always available to answer...
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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.
Welcome to Oakland Living! We provide the community we serve with honest, kind, homelike care to all who come through our door. Our goal is to provide peace of mind, while experiencing the feel of home. We have an amazing team of medication technicians and PCA/CNAs with training in CPR, dementia...
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It's been a great experience and the facility is the best around. The cleanliness of the facility and that it is smaller than other facilities. The director is very nice and always available to answer...
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.
Welcome to Oakland Living! We provide the community we serve with honest, kind, homelike care to all who come through our door. Our goal is to provide peace of mind, while experiencing the feel of home. We have an amazing team of medication technicians and PCA/CNAs with training in CPR, dementia...
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This team of Burke Assisted Living really takes care of their residents. The Administrator Assistance Charlotte is wonderful she treat everyone like family. That the reason I decided to put my mom there.
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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.
Quaker Meadow Family Care Home is located in Morganton, North Carolina. Nestled only 35 minutes from the base of the Blue Ridge Parkway, we enjoy clean air, beautiful scenery, and a small but caring community. We are conveniently located near 1-40, off exit 100, only 5-7 minutes away from the...
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The facility couldn't be better for my Mom. It is clean and is run very well. The staff members are so concerned about my Mom's well-being. The staff has a schedule and Mom is still trying to make the rules....
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Mitchell House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Mitchell House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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The facility couldn't be better for my Mom. It is clean and is run very well. The staff members are so concerned about my Mom's well-being. The staff has a schedule and Mom is still trying to make the rules....
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Mitchell House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Mitchell House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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The corporate billing process for Brookdale Forest City caused me much heartache. I had to move my Mom to another facility due their billing process and how long term insurance paid out accordingly....
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.
Quality Care You Can Count OnYou deserve quality care you can count on, but you shouldn’t have to sacrifice your freedom to have it. Here at our beautiful assisted living and memory care community, you can enjoy custom care plans, a fun-filled community calendar and a warm and welcoming...
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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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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.
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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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.
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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.
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
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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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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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 assisted living in East Marion, NC

The average cost of senior living in East Marion is $3,312 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spruce Pine, NC with an average of $3,254 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Marion, NC vs. nearby cities

East Marion, NC
$3,312/mo
$3,312/mo
$4,257/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Marion, NC vs. the state and national average

East Marion, NC
$3,312/mo
U.S. national average
$4,587/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Marion vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,312/mo
$4,618/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in East Marion, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,128/mo
Studio
$5,788/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,770/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,588/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in East Marion over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Marion, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in East Marion.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Marion

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Marion

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Henderson Care Center in Forest City, NC

4.0
My mom is a resident at Henderson Care Center. I am very pleased with Henderson Care Center and would recommend the facility to others. They keep me informed and as best as I can tell, they take good care of my mom. No complaints. On activities, I'm not sure as I have not seen them.

Oakland Living LLC in Rutherfordton, NC

5.0
It's a nice place with friendly staff, they do a lot of activities, and our [name removed] seems to really like it there.

East Marion assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Marion assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Marion, 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 East Marion 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 East Marion 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
14.3%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
65.7%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
68.6%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.4%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
68.6%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
17.1%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
17.1%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in East Marion 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 East Marion 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
11.4%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.6%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.4%
34.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Marion 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 East Marion 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
8.6%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.4%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
11.4%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.7%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in East Marion 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 East Marion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
2.9%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
5.7%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
8.6%
29.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Marion 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 East Marion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
17.1%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.7%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.7%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
17.1%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.4%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
11.4%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
8.6%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.7%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.7%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
8.6%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
5.7%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
5.7%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
8.6%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Marion

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 East Marion protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Henderson Care Center, Oakland Living LLC and Burke Long Term Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Marion, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

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