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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Burke County, NC
If your loved one needs memory care in Burke County, A Place for Mom can help. With 36 memory care facilities in Burke County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Burke County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Burke County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Burke County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hickory, Spruce Pine and Marion.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Hickory, Spruce Pine and Marion.
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My wife has been in Memory Care Unit for over three and a half years. From day one she has been cared for by a very caring and professional staff. The facility is kept very clean and the meals provided are...
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.
Forest Ridge is an assisted living community for seniors who need just a little more assistance in their day-to-day lives. The picturesque locale is nestled at the base of Mount Jefferson and provides some of the best views Ashe County has to offer. Churches, medical care, and shopping centers...
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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.
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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.
Yancey House is an assisted living and memory care community located in Burnsville, NC. Burnsville is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina & rests in the shadow of Mount Mitchell which has the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. It is known as 'The Heart of the Blue...
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Words cannot express my appreciation for all your love and hard work that made Aunt [Removed] last years and as comfortable as possible. You were her family! I hope when my day comes there will be kind...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Care types provided by this community
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.
Wellington House is a memory care community located in Gastonia, NC. Gastonia is located just west of Charlotte in the Piedmont section of North Carolina and is a terrific place to live, work and visit. Wellington House offers a loving environment that caters to their residents The staff are...
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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After being very unhappy and even concerned about the care of my loved one at some fancy facility, I started a search for a safer home. One that cared for the residents more than their profit line. My...
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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.
Mountain View Assisted Living is located in the beautiful city of Hendersonville, Henderson County, North Carolina. Our scenic community is located on top of a hilltop, surrounded by beautiful mountains, overlooking a large, green horse pasture. The lovely scenery makes it the perfect place to...
Cost of memory care in Burke County, NC
The average cost of senior living in Burke County is $4,834 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cedar Rock, NC with an average of $4,504 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Burke County, NC vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Burke County, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Burke County, NC by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Burke County
Recent reviews for memory care in Burke County
Rose Glen Manor in North Wilkesboro, NC
5.0
As the family member of the patient attacked, referencing the December 2016 review after an assault. ... My father was knocked out, sent via ambulance to the ER. He was hit so hard you could seen the imprint of his glasses on his face for weeks, along with the knot on his forehead...then she ...
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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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Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living in Boone, NC
4.4
We absolutely love the staff and how they take care of Dad. However, we have not been pleased with the food. The cooking staff has changed multiple times since he moved there. We have also noticed that his room is clean on the surface but not in "unseen" places like under the beds. We also ...
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Burke County review score based on 122 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 122 reviews of 36 Burke County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Burke County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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
Burke County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Burke County memory care
When memory care 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 122 reviews of 36 Burke County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Burke County resident and family memory care 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.Burke County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.4
4.0
Value for cost*
3.6
4.0
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Burke County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Burke County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Burke County, 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 Burke County 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 Burke County 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
66.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.8%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.1%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.2%
73.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Burke County 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 Burke County 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
69.4%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.2%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Burke County 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 Burke County 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
27.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Burke County 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 Burke County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
13.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
38.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Burke County 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 Burke County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.8%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.1%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
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Frequently Asked Questions
LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Morningside of Gastonia and Harmony at Reynolds Mountain are the top-rated memory care facilities near Burke County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 36 memory care facilities near Burke County, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Burke County, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 36 memory care facilities near you in Burke County, 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 Burke County, 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 Burke County, 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 Burke County, North Carolina ranges from $1500 to $11435. The average Memory Care cost in Burke County, North Carolina is $4,834. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Burke County, North Carolina typically starts at $1500. 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 Burke County
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- Nebo, North Carolina
- Collettsville, North Carolina
- Casar, North Carolina
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