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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, New Bern
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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90 reviews
9.6
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90 reviews
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It's a wonderful place but we will run out of money soon and need to find a place that takes her Medicaid. Originally we thought it was a cheaper option but they were misleading about cost up front. Top...
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.
Living at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern means being a part of an active, vibrant community. Enjoy delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of social activities and the freedom to explore your interests. There are countless opportunities to connect, grow and live up to your full potential.If...
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9.5
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12 reviews
9.5
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They were really great with my Mom's needs. The staff is very attentive to the patients that are there. They take very good care of them and they are very nice to the families!!!
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 Homeplace of New Bern, we make you feel welcome. When you walk through our doors you are part of our warm, inviting family. From a caring, dedicated support team to a broad range of services and amenities, we provide a place you will be proud to call home. Just minutes from historic downtown...
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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24 reviews
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We moved our loved one to Navion of New Bern [date removed] and know we made the right decision. This was a difficult transition as she lived independently until an accident in late August. The care and...
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.
You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common experiences, such as career fields, college days or time in the service when you join our assisted living community in the historic river town of New Bern, N.C. You can stay wonderfully independent and active while receiving...
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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
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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
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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, 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 Gardens of Pamlico offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when required, and freedom when desired. Residency...
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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
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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.
New Bern House Assisted Living and Memory Care is a highly regarded senior living community in a desirable location in NC. Whether for you or a loved one, New Bern House offers a caring atmosphere, active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at New Bern House,...
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Cost of assisted living in Blounts Creek, NC

The average cost of senior living in Blounts Creek is $3,650 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bath, NC with an average of $2,850 per month.

Assisted living costs in Blounts Creek, NC, vs. nearby cities

Blounts Creek, NC
$3,650/mo
$3,947/mo
$3,590/mo

Assisted living costs in Blounts Creek, NC, vs. state and national averages

Blounts Creek, NC
$3,650/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Blounts Creek, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,650/mo
$4,599/mo

Assisted living costs in Blounts Creek, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,183/mo
Studio
$5,199/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,817/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,848/mo

Senior living costs in Blounts Creek 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: Blounts Creek, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlounts Creek, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,650/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,599/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$2,631/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Blounts Creek, NC:$3,650/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Blounts Creek, NC:$4,599/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Blounts Creek, NC:$2,631/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Blounts Creek, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Blounts Creek 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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Assisted living cost trends in Blounts Creek, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Blounts Creek 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
Blounts Creek, NC$5,332/mo$4,886/mo+9.1%
North Carolina$5,347/mo$4,986/mo+7.2%
National$5,262/mo$4,976/mo+5.7%
Blounts Creek, NC
2024 average cost:$5,332/mo
2023 average cost:$4,886/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,347/mo
2023 average cost:$4,986/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,262/mo
2023 average cost:$4,976/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Blounts Creek, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Blounts Creek

Recent reviews for assisted living in Blounts Creek

Home Place of New Bern

3.9
We came in 2017 from NY & FL. Apartments are mostly efficient. Overall cleanliness is probable average. There is not enough staff to keep everything pristine. Housekeeping is variable dependent on your housekeeper. The staff is friendly. Maintainence is difficult with 2 people for ...
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Navion of New Bern

5.0
The whole team is really fantastic to work with. It didn't work out for us, but my mom needed a high level of care so [name removed] and everyone else is great.

Truewood by Merrill, New Bern

5.0
Great, friendly and attentive staff. Family oriented environment. Lots of daily activities. 3 meals per day. It's a good location, close to medical facilities and shopping.

Blounts Creek review score based on 43 family reviews

9.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 9 Blounts Creek assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Blounts Creek 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

Blounts Creek review score compared against nearby cities

9.5
Blounts Creek, NC9 facilities
7.9
Aurora, NC13 facilities
9.5
Vanceboro, NC7 facilities

Review subcategories for Blounts Creek 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 43 reviews of 9 Blounts Creek assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Blounts Creek 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.
Blounts Creek, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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Blounts Creek assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blounts Creek assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blounts Creek, 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 Blounts Creek 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 Blounts Creek 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%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Blounts Creek 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 Blounts Creek Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blounts Creek, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blounts Creek 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 Blounts Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blounts Creek, NCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Blounts Creek 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 Blounts Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blounts Creek, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blounts Creek 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 Blounts Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blounts Creek, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Blounts Creek

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Blounts Creek protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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