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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dobson, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Dobson, A Place for Mom can help. With 41 memory care facilities in Dobson, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Cadence was the absolute best of the care homes that we had experience with. They worked to always improve my wife's situation. They led all the others in nourishing foods. They stood above others in...
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.
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My mother was there for advanced hospice care so some things did not apply to her. The facility is an older structure so has that appearance in ceilings, windows etc. bathrooms are shared. Is located in a...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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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.
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.
Twelve Oaks is a senior living community located in Mt.Airy, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Twelve Oaks we provide assisted living and Alzheimer's care. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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, 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, 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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Cost of memory care in Dobson, NC

The average cost of senior living in Dobson is $5,121 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sparta, NC with an average of $4,629 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dobson, NC vs. nearby cities

Dobson, NC
$5,121/mo
$4,638/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dobson, NC vs. the state and national average

Dobson, NC
$5,121/mo
U.S. national average
$5,362/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dobson vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,121/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Dobson, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,327/mo
Studio
$6,553/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,549/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,945/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dobson over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Dobson

Recent reviews for memory care in Dobson

Walnut Ridge in Walnut Cove, NC

5.0
I am so pleased we found this community it was a such a good choice. My dad is very happy there he really likes it. The location is just perfect for people to visit. The staff is wonderful very friendly they take their time with the residents and families they are very interactive with the ...
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Forest Heights Senior Living in Winston-Salem, NC

4.9
Forest Heights covers all areas of need and they're willing to accommodate you in every which way possible. They meet your needs of what you're looking for, as far as finding a good place for mom. The sales person was the one mostly involved with me and she was great! They went on and beyond ...
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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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Dobson review score based on 170 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 170 reviews of 35 Dobson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dobson 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

Dobson review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Dobson, NC35 facilities
7.9
Mount Airy, NC40 facilities
9.2
Boonville, NC14 facilities

Review subcategories for Dobson 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 170 reviews of 35 Dobson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dobson 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.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Dobson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dobson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dobson, 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 Dobson 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 Dobson 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
65.7%
66.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.9%
49%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
82.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.1%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.6%
73.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.3%
89.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
62.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.7%
73.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Dobson 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 Dobson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dobson, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.7%
75.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.3%
46.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
71.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.3%
26.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dobson 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 Dobson 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
37.1%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.7%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
42%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
50.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
16.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dobson 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 Dobson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.6%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
34.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dobson 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 Dobson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.3%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.1%
34.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.3%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
55.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.3%
52.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
62.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.6%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.1%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.4%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
48.6%
48.5%
Dances
Dances
37.1%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.7%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.6%
47.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 41 memory care facilities near Dobson, North Carolina. See the full list.

The 41 memory care facilities near you in Dobson, 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 Dobson, 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 Dobson, 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 Dobson, North Carolina ranges from $950 to $10365. The average Memory Care cost in Dobson, North Carolina is $5,121. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dobson, North Carolina typically starts at $950. 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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