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Photo of Harmony at Reynolds Mountain
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2121 Floor plans available
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Harmony at Reynolds Mountain is very friendly. You feel at home the minute you walk in. Everything looked clean and well-kept. It looked like they had plenty of activities. You find anything you would like...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Reynolds MountainIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Asheville, North Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security,...
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22 Floor plans available
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Overall very happy with staff and facility. Treated my father like he was family! I would recommend to others, very caring environment for your family member.
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 Nature Lover’s DreamTucked amidst the natural beauty of Asheville, North Carolina, it’s no surprise the new neighbors at your assisted living community are eager to adventure in the great outdoors. You’ll feel right at home as you soak up the sunshine and scenic views on the expansive...
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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, 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.
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
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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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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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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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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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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, 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.
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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My mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Buncombe County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Buncombe County is $4,324 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesville, NC with an average of $3,149 per month.

Assisted living costs in Buncombe County, NC, vs. nearby counties

Buncombe County, NC
$4,324/mo
$4,284/mo
$4,212/mo

Assisted living costs in Buncombe County, NC, vs. state and national averages

Buncombe County, NC
$4,324/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Buncombe County, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,324/mo
$4,583/mo

Assisted living costs in Buncombe County, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,805/mo
Studio
$6,973/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,800/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,158/mo

Senior living costs in Buncombe County 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: Buncombe County, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuncombe County, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,324/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,583/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,456/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Buncombe County, NC:$4,324/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Buncombe County, NC:$4,583/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Buncombe County, NC:$3,456/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Buncombe County, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Buncombe County 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.

Buncombe County, NCNC stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Buncombe County, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Buncombe County 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
Buncombe County, NC$6,107/mo$5,586/mo+9.3%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Buncombe County, NC
2024 average cost:$6,107/mo
2023 average cost:$5,586/mo
Percent change:+9.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buncombe County, 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 Buncombe County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Buncombe County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Buncombe County

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Harmony at Reynolds Mountain in Asheville, NC

5.0
Everything has been great. All aspects of the staff are great. All the nurses are wonderful. [name removed] the Med Tech has been great along with [name removed]. Mom loves the food. I had one issue that was quickly resolved. I will highly recommend.

Brookdale Asheville Overlook

4.9
The facility is a tad bit dated, but it's in very good repair, and there is plenty of outdoor space. The staff have been exceptionally supportive and helpful.

Buncombe County review score based on 33 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 33 reviews of 14 Buncombe County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buncombe County 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

Buncombe County review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Buncombe County, NC14 facilities
8.2
Asheville, NC21 facilities
8.5
Woodfin, NC21 facilities

Review subcategories for Buncombe County 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 33 reviews of 14 Buncombe County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buncombe County 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.
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Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Buncombe County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buncombe County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buncombe 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 Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buncombe County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
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
28.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
14.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buncombe County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
7.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
7.1%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buncombe County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.1%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
7.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buncombe County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buncombe County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buncombe County

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 Buncombe County protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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