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Talk with at least several employees one on one, if possible, that will be directly involved with your loved one. It doesn't take long to find compassion and caring..or not!
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.
Concord Place is a pet friendly senior living community where we provide residents with quality care and assistance in their daily routine when needed, while promoting independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed...
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11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
9.5
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What attracted me to Brookdale Concord, was the friendliness of the staff, especially Blake in admissions. The overall atmosphere of the assisted living building and the memory care building. Last but least,...
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.
Imagine being able to live by your own design, every single day. That means pursuing your passions, forging new friendships and fostering old connections—and living a truly vibrant life. That’s how life is at our community, which is conveniently located just 30 minutes outside Charlotte, North...
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We are extremely pleased with Terra Bella Harrisburg. We appreciate their professionalism, the genuine care of and for the residents, the restaurant like dining room, setting, and the variety activities...
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.
Situated in beautiful Harrisburg, a vibrant single-story community in the Charlotte Metro area, our assisted living community offers residents a warm, relaxing living environment and easy access to shopping, dining and medical services. Senior residents enjoy TerraBella Harrisburg’s welcoming...
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The entire staff were easy to work with and always very nice. They have healthy good food. They offer daily activities. The community is clean and I would recommend it.
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, Mint Hill Senior Living offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Mint Hill Senior Living, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents...
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The entire staff were easy to work with and always very nice. They have healthy good food. They offer daily activities. The community is clean and I would recommend it.
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, Mint Hill Senior Living offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Mint Hill Senior Living, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents...
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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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
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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This community is wonderful and I would recommend it to anyone. This community is very clean. The staff are good and they have wonderful meals.My husband is doing much better since moving into this community
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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My dad is adjusting better than I thought he would at The Living Center of Concord I really couldn't ask for a better staff and how they care for my dad. Dad really likes going to the dining room and he...
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.
The Living Center of Concord The Living Center of Concord offers a beautiful assisted living community for those seniors who are interested in becoming a part of Concord, NC. This community is located in a vibrant city that is full of plenty to do and plenty to see. Those who are visiting the...
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Brookdale has been a great fit for my mom. It has been especially challenging during the pandemic, but they have done a good job of helping my mom settle in and helping me to feel comfortable that she is...
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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Locust, NC

The average cost of senior living in Locust is $4,518 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kannapolis, NC with an average of $4,259 per month.

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

Locust, NC
$4,518/mo
$4,616/mo
$4,343/mo

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

Locust, NC
$4,518/mo
U.S. national average
$4,587/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,518/mo
$5,162/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,534/mo
Studio
$6,439/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,360/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,308/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Locust over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Locust, 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 Locust.

What families are saying about assisted living in Locust

Recent reviews for assisted living in Locust

Brookdale Monroe Square

4.8
Overall, we are pleased with the residence and service. We feel that our resident is safe and taken care of. If we find something not working, it is corrected quickly. Most of the employees are extremely friendly and helpful. There are a few employees that are not friendly and get annoyed when ...
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The Living Center of Concord

4.0
This is a church-based community and was by far the best value in the market. If resources are tight, you should consider this community. Fees are inclusive - which is a very big deal. I have been happy with the care for my father. The staff is caring and attentive given the size. My father is ...
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Brighton Gardens of Charlotte

4.6
They are able to provide care for residents who are more impaired. The other facilities could not manage the falls and could not provide the level of care that my dad needed. And he won't have to move again. Communication needs to improve.

Locust review score based on 46 family reviews

9.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 46 reviews of 10 Locust assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Locust review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Locust review score compared against nearby cities

9.5
Locust, NC10 facilities
9.5
Stanfield, NC8 facilities
8.9
Red Cross, NC6 facilities

Review subcategories for Locust assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 46 reviews of 10 Locust assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Locust resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Locust assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Locust assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Locust, 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 Locust 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 Locust 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
25%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.7%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Locust 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 Locust 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
50%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Locust 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 Locust 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
16.7%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Locust 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 Locust communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
29.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Locust 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 Locust offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Locust

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 Locust protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Concord Place, Morningside of Concord and Sunrise of Providence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Locust, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 10 assisted living facilities near Locust, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Locust, North Carolina are Concord Place and Sunrise of Providence. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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