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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Cornelius, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Cornelius, A Place for Mom can help. With 9 memory care facilities in Cornelius, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Cornelius incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Cornelius memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Cornelius, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Wildwood, Harbor House and Moores Chapel.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Charlotte, Kannapolis and Concord.

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9.8
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45 reviews
9.8
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We haven't tried the food but my father in law isn't a big fan, that's the only reason for a middle answer. The staff has always been really great. Greetings us when we arrive, kind things to say about our...
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.
Experience the Southern charm and hospitality of Cadence Mooresville. Located just 10 minutes from the shores of Lake Norman, our community has a distinguished reputation among Mooresville’s families as the provider of choice for assisted living and dementia care. Cadence Mooresville is designed...
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77 Photos available
9.3
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25 reviews
9.3
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25 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
24%
3 star
4%
2 star
4%
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The staff (with the exception of maintenance) is phenomenal, so kind and very helpful. The maintenance is definitely an issue. My mother has had a couple of issues inside her apartment and filed work orders....
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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Photo of Cadence at Huntersville by Cogir
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99 Photos available
8.8
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29 reviews
8.8
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29 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
24%
3 star
14%
2 star
10%
1 star
0%
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Staff is Very caring and making my mom feel like family. Very encouraging to her when she had a bout of depression. Keeping me informed when she was having a hard time. Always calling her by name. Love 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.
Cadence Huntersville has been in the town of Huntersville for 5 successful years. Cadence houses both residents needing assisted living and a specialized secured setting for those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. A strength of our community is the ability to age in place and transition care...
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8.5
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10 reviews
8.5
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10 reviews
5 star
80%
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I have been quite pleased with the facility as a whole. The caregivers are knowledgeable and so very kind to my husband. My husband is dealing with a debilitating form of dementia, he feels very insecure and...
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.
Charlotte's Newest Memory Care Community!At Northlake House, we're dedicated to helping our residents achieve their "best life." By creating a safe, engaging, and therapeutic environment, we are committed to maximizing the dignity and self-confidence of every resident, allowing them to enjoy time...
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8.3
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52 reviews
8.3
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52 reviews
5 star
32%
4 star
32%
3 star
17%
2 star
11%
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To say putting your parents in assisted-living is a difficult decision is putting it mildly. From the minute I we walked into The Laurels, it felt like home. My mind was instantly put at ease when we sat...
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.
The Laurels in Highland Creek is an Assisted Living community located in the master-planned community of Highland Creek in Charlotte, North Carolina. Everything we do at The Laurels is designed to assure the well-being of each of our assisted living residents. Located in northern Mecklenburg...
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7.8
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60 reviews
7.8
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60 reviews
5 star
40%
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33%
3 star
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We were very happy with Terra Bella Lake Norman. Food wasn't good and many chefs were employed during my parents stay. I don't know why. We would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
Located just west of downtown Mooresville, TerraBella Lake Norman is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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22 Floor plans available
6.9
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23 reviews
6.9
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23 reviews
5 star
30%
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22%
3 star
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26%
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It feels like home, very nice, very caring employees. Yes, we would recommend Summit Place of Mooresville to other families based on the experience so far.
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 Summit Place we have only 40 residents in our Assisted Living community. Adjacent to our Assisted Living we also have Memory Care right on our campus with only 20 residents in that portion of the community. Our community is small and intimate. This allows us to have more hands on time with...
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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.
The Haven in Highland Creek is an Alzheimer's and dementia care residence nestled in the heart of the master-planned community Highland Creek, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Haven is designed, programmed and staffed for individuals with early, middle and late stages of Alzheimer's and...
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Cornelius, NC

The average cost of senior living in Cornelius is $5,090 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include High Shoals, NC with an average of $4,832 per month.

Memory care costs in Cornelius, NC, vs. nearby cities

Cornelius, NC
$5,090/mo
$5,093/mo

Memory care costs in Cornelius, NC, vs. state and national averages

Cornelius, NC
$5,090/mo
U.S. national average
$5,372/mo

Memory care costs in Cornelius, NC, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,090/mo

Memory care costs in Cornelius, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,988/mo
Studio
$5,208/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,213/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,236/mo

Senior living costs in Cornelius vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cornelius, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCornelius, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,090/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Assisted Living$4,417/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Independent Living$3,206/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Memory Care
Cornelius, NC:$5,090/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Assisted Living
Cornelius, NC:$4,417/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Independent Living
Cornelius, NC:$3,206/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Memory care costs in Cornelius, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Cornelius and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Cornelius, NC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Cornelius have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cornelius, NC$6,490/mo$6,315/mo+2.8%
North Carolina$6,450/mo$5,910/mo+9.1%
National$6,308/mo$5,864/mo+7.6%
Cornelius, NC
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,315/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,450/mo
2023 average cost:$5,910/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,308/mo
2023 average cost:$5,864/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Cornelius

Recent reviews for memory care in Cornelius

Cadence at Mint Hill by Cogir

4.8
With our loved one being on the memory care side our loved one is not in the mental state where he is going to be participating in a lot of activities - this community does not really have extra curricular activities that some of the larger places have. However on the independent living and ...
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Brighton Gardens of Charlotte

4.0
I would recommend Brighton Gardens of Charlotte to others. I myself have not tried the food, but my loved one feels that it needs improvement. But his opinion may be because they are not offering items that he likes. The Director, [name removed], does really care and is great about keeping the ...
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Brookdale Concord Parkway

3.7
I would recommend Brookdale's memory care to others for their loved ones. I would also recommend you go and visit your loved one that is in the community to ensure your loved one's room and bathroom are being cleaned by the community. In addition to the prior recommendations, please keep any ...
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Cornelius review score based on 88 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 88 reviews of 9 Cornelius memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cornelius 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

Cornelius review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Cornelius, NC9 facilities
8.5
Davidson, NC8 facilities
8.8
Huntersville, NC10 facilities

Review subcategories for Cornelius 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 88 reviews of 9 Cornelius memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Cornelius 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.
Cornelius, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.3
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.8
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Cornelius memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cornelius memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cornelius, 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 Cornelius 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 Cornelius that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cornelius, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.8%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
55.6%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.8%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cornelius 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 Cornelius Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cornelius, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cornelius 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 Cornelius partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cornelius, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
17%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Cornelius 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 Cornelius communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cornelius, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cornelius 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 Cornelius offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cornelius, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Cornelius

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about North Carolina memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Cornelius protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Arbor Ridge at Huntersville and Cadence at Huntersville by Cogir are the top-rated memory care facilities near Cornelius, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 9 memory care facilities near Cornelius, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Cornelius, North Carolina are Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Morningside of Concord and Sunrise of Providence. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 9 memory care facilities near you in Cornelius, 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 Cornelius, 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 Cornelius, 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 Cornelius, North Carolina ranges from $1040 to $10365. The average Memory Care cost in Cornelius, North Carolina is $5,090. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Cornelius, North Carolina typically starts at $1040. 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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