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Photo of Brookdale Falling Creek
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I was able to visit this community while visiting my best friends grandfather. I was so impressed to see the amount of residents out in the common areas and the smiles on their faces. You can tell a lot...
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.
Savor the Golden YearsWhen you decide to move into our assisted living community in Hickory, North Carolina, you’re doing more than relocating to a new home. You’re embarking on a brand new adventure riddled with warm and friendly neighbors, a wonderfully diverse activity calendar and...
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When my father was diagnosed with dementia and refused to do physical therapy, we were uncertain about how to proceed. He became bedridden and could not stay in his home alone but without Medicaid, we faced...
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.
Heritage Care of Conover is a quiet, comfortable assisted living community located in picturesque Conover, NC. Nestled in the rural foothills of western North Carolina, residents craving a quiet, simple way of life will love what Conover has to offer. A perfect atmosphere for peace and...
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Right now the facility is going through a change in Leadership. Hopefully the inconsistencies that I have experienced will improve. I feel my Dad is safe and cared for but I feel there are a few areas that...
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.
Grace Village Assited Living and Memory CareGrace Village is conveniently located on River Bend Drive in one of Granite Falls vibrant, prestigious neighborhoods. Grace Village is convenient to nearby shops that provide a variety and style to satisfy your most pressing needs or most capricious...
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Right now the facility is going through a change in Leadership. Hopefully the inconsistencies that I have experienced will improve. I feel my Dad is safe and cared for but I feel there are a few areas that...
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.
Grace Village Assited Living and Memory CareGrace Village is conveniently located on River Bend Drive in one of Granite Falls vibrant, prestigious neighborhoods. Grace Village is convenient to nearby shops that provide a variety and style to satisfy your most pressing needs or most capricious...
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I visited several facilities, some closer to my home, some newer, but the turning point for me was the people I met at Springs of Catawba. After talking to [Removed], I knew Springs of Catawba was the...
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.
At Rose Glen Village, we emulate the Meridian Senior Living mission: 'We enrich the lives of our residents, families and employees through extraordinary experiences... because everyone deserves a great life!' We are located in beautiful Wilkesboro, NC in a desirable location. We take care of the...
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I visited several facilities, some closer to my home, some newer, but the turning point for me was the people I met at Springs of Catawba. After talking to [Removed], I knew Springs of Catawba was the...
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.
At Rose Glen Village, we emulate the Meridian Senior Living mission: 'We enrich the lives of our residents, families and employees through extraordinary experiences... because everyone deserves a great life!' We are located in beautiful Wilkesboro, NC in a desirable location. We take care of the...
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We picked this community, because it was a very clean apperance,and close to my house. I recommend it highly to other families.It's like a nice apartment. They are very quick and professional to responding...
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.
A Great Setting for a Great LifeYou deserve a great backdrop for living a great life, and that’s what we offer our residents. We are a premiere assisted living community in Hickory, North Carolina where you can trade the stress and hassles of life at home for a life lived well. You’ll be...
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From the staff, to the food, housekeeping, and healthcare, TerraBella has exceeded our expectations. I would recommend them till anyone seeing the same level of care.
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.
TerraBella Newton honors veterans with lifetime savings! Veteran seniors qualify for 5% off their monthly rental rate and for 25% off the community fee. Learn more today!
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It's a good place. We picked this community because of the price and location. I would recommend to others.
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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It's a good place. We picked this community because of the price and location. I would recommend to others.
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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My mother goes there for respite stays when my husband and I need a break. She has stayed a month at a time before. They're always very accommodating, even if I need to make arrangements at the last minute....
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.
Catawba Valley Living at Rock Barn is Catawba County's newest Assisted Living Community opening in 2006.  We are located seven miles from Hickory off of interstate 40.  Our property is adjacent to  Rock Barn Golf and Spa, home of the Greater Hickory Classic, part of...
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They were huge and they had all levels of care. We used them for rehab, and for memory care. In the rehab they knew that she had to be secured so they made sure to have her in a secure section when she was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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, 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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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.
Walden House is a senior living community located in Hickory, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Walden House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and...
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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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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
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
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.
Piedmont Village at Newton is an assisted living community located in Newton, NC. The city of Newton is located in Catawba County and is home to about 13,000 people. Newton is a small town where residents can enjoy going out for relaxing walks, going to run errands, or relaxing in the comfort of...
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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.
Cambridge House is a senior living community located in Hildebran, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Cambridge House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life...
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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.
Brockford Inn has been providing elder care to our local community for over 40 years. Our staff has an equal amount of experience working with the geriatric population suffering from dementia, mental challenges, and being homeless. We are a family owned company, located in Granite Falls, NC. Our...

Cost of assisted living in St Stephens, NC

The average cost of senior living in St Stephens is $3,718 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Drexel, NC with an average of $3,532 per month.

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

St Stephens, NC
$3,718/mo
$3,613/mo
$4,029/mo

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

St Stephens, NC
$3,718/mo
U.S. national average
$4,587/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,718/mo
$4,590/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,559/mo
Studio
$4,692/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,762/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,842/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in St Stephens over time

St Stephens, NCNC stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in St Stephens, 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 St Stephens.

What families are saying about assisted living in St Stephens

Recent reviews for assisted living in St Stephens

Brookdale Lenoir

4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!

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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Brookdale Hickory Northeast

5.0
The staff was attentive, engaging, and genuinely cared. They went above and beyond making this a place my dad would be comfortable. The place is warm and friendly. They care about details and people.

St Stephens review score based on 31 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 31 reviews of 17 St Stephens assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The St Stephens 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

St Stephens review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
St Stephens, NC17 facilities
8.0
Hickory, NC16 facilities
8.0
Conover, NC14 facilities

Review subcategories for St Stephens 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 31 reviews of 17 St Stephens assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare St Stephens 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.
St Stephens, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.0
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.5
Meals & dining
3.5
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Activities
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4.1
Value for cost*
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4.1
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St Stephens assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Stephens assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Stephens, 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 St Stephens 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 St Stephens 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
33.3%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.8%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.6%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.8%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in St Stephens 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 St Stephens Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St Stephens, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19%
34.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Stephens 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 St Stephens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Stephens, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.5%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in St Stephens 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 St Stephens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
19%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Stephens 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 St Stephens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.8%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.1%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
23.8%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
9.5%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.8%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in St Stephens

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 St Stephens protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Falling Creek, Heritage Care of Conover and Brookdale Lenoir are the top-rated assisted living facilities near St Stephens, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

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