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Photo of Navion of Goldsboro
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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We have had my grandma here since July 2024 and the transformation has been amazing! She was not excited about moving into assisted living but the entire staff has been so welcoming, patient, and kind. They...
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.
At our assisted living community, located just a short drive from downtown Goldsboro, N.C., we believe social relationships and friendships are integral to aging well and living well. Whether you’re gathering in the group family room to watch a movie, joining in an arts & crafts project or...
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I want to give thanks to the staff at Eagles Pointe. I placed my grandma there a few months ago and she loves the staff there. They spoil her with personal one on one time while doing her nails, taking her...
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.
Now Open in Goldsboro!A pleasant room, a hot, fresh meal, a game night with new friends - Eagles Pointe in Goldsboro, NC combines all the comforts of home with the health and personal care needed to live fully and comfortably.Our staff is dedicated to providing a safe, warm, engaging environment...
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9.5
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36 reviews
9.5
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My family and I had a very good experience with Oakhill from the tour to her move there. Everyone is friendly yet professional, the facility, to include my mother’s room is clean and well kept. I especially...
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.
Oak Hill Living Center located in Angier, North Carolina, is a privately owned and managed community designed to offer our residents a personal and dignified home away from home. Originally opened in 1997, Oak Hill Living Center is situated on a beautifully landscaped twelve acre campus and...
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9.4
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16 reviews
9.4
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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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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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Awesome staff just needed the front door locked so had to leave for another facility. The food matching up what goes together meat and veggies activities mother in law really couldn't participate finding...
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.
Our senior living community, in Greenville, N.C., offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care in an environment of beauty and sophisticated Southern living. As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active while receiving the daily personal assistance you need....
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Spring Arbor is an excellent place for your love ones . The staff are caring and loving to the residents that live there . The facility is spotless and excellent food. I felt the love and caring from 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.
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9.2
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When talk with them about a concern, will get better for a short time & then go back until I raise my concern again. Example - have had to remind them about laundry, shaving, cutting fingernails. He is...
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.
Located conveniently inside the beltline, Morningside of Raleigh is warm and inviting, home-like and comfortable, with a commitment to meeting the wants, needs and wishes of all who walk through our doors. Whether you are looking for retirement living or memory care, discover our experienced and...
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33 Floor plans available
9.1
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The staff at Navion made my mom’s transition nearly seamless! They worked hard to include her into the community and make sure she felt cared for and loved. Any time a person moves and uproots everything...
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.
At Navion of Greenville, you can be as active as much, or as little, as you want. You’ll enjoy mix-and-mingle socials, live music, board and card games, exercise classes, art projects, outings and much more.Our assisted living lifestyle provides all the independence you want and a helping hand...
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9.0
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From the front office to the aides they were all wonderful / caring. Wish I could remember the names of our two favorite aides but they were absolutely wonderful with both Papa and us as the family. They...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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I have heard nothing but great things from this facility. Staff are friendly and helpful. The building is nice and easy to maneuver for a wheelchair. I feel like it would be a great facility to live in.
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.
At Navion of Rocky Mount in the thriving city of Rocky Mount, N.C., which boasts Southern charm and hospitality, you’ll find caring neighbors who share your strong desire to be active and independent. Create strong friendships as you bond over fun hobbies and classes, fitness workouts for your...
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Photo of The Addison of Fuquay Varina
11 Photo available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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53 reviews
9.0
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53 reviews
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They staff was always friendly and welcoming. Providing updates. I visited my father 4-5 times per week. Business Manager was great and helpful. Improvement areas- Seemed to have issues administering...
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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Photo of Gabriel Manor
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We chose Gabriel Manor because I knew somebody that placed a relative there and they were very happy with it, also the location was about 15-20 minutes from my house. I have longtime healthcare. I've lost...
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.
Gabriel Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care community opened in 2013 as Clayton, NC's premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Saber Health Care Group is our parent company located in Ohio. Gabriel Manor is located between the "Cleveland" community and the town of Clayton off Highway...
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8.5
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[name removed], my MIL, did NOT want to leave her home, but after a short adjustment period she really felt loved and cared for there. It felt like extended family. They brought other residents in to meet...
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.
Parkwood Village and The Landing is where luxury and small town charm meet. It is located in the heart of Wilson, North Carolina. From a caring, dedicated support team to a broad range of services and amenities, Parkwood Village and The Landing provide you with the lifestyle you want and a place...
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8.4
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Best place in Raleigh. Management did everything they could to help us get adequate care for my brother in law. No other place helped us like Falls River. Not only on one occasion but twice. [name removed]...
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.
At Falls River Village, our goal is to provide the highest quality-of-life for each of our residents. Falls River Village is dedicated to our life engagement philosophy of social, psychological, spiritual and physical well-being for every resident. This dedicaiton is reflected in every erffort...
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8.2
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I have watched the staff & visited at lunch time I do not have any prior knowledge of an institution. The staff appears to be dedicated to the patients/residents.
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.
Green Leaf Care Center Green Leaf Care Center is an assisted living community located in Lillington, NC. The city of Lillington is located in Harnett County and home to about 3,000 people. Lillington is a small town where residents can do their local shopping, run errands, go to the theater, or...
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Mom see mostly happy, the people here are attentive to her needs. Price is competitive and the smaller size of the community is nice. Communication with the staff can be slow at times but this seems to be a...
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 of Cadence North Raleigh. Ideally situated between North and Midtown Raleigh, Cadence North Raleigh offers easy access to great shopping, medical care and local culture. With beautiful grounds and outdoor spaces, this serene setting is an ideal spot for retirement...
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Staff members are very welcoming and friendly. Look out for the residents. Room size is adequate for a single person and bed. It would be better if a double bed could be accommodated but right now a twin bed...
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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The staff are friendly. They are patient and attentive. They keep the laundry done and bed made. They have activities more so during the week. Mealtimes are very quiet. I wish the staff interacted more or...
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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Mom is staying active, she says the food is good. The staff is professional and friendly. Someone did break her TV, they replaced it until I got her a new one, but I did not find out about it until I...
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.
Spring Arbor of Greenville features spacious apartments and a highly dedicated and experienced staff certified in assisted senior living and Alzheimer's & dementia care.Spring Arbor of Greenville is located in the major industrial and economic center for Eastern North Carolina. It is...
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Meadowview was good. Rating 4. The community was not cut out for my sister because of her specific needs of personal care. -- There was No Low Sodium menu. --Poor hospital transport service. --No attention...
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.
Meadowview assisted living community can be found in, Smithfield, North Carolina, a tiny town counting approximately 13,000 inhabitants. Small as the town might be, there's no shortage of cultural places. Smithfield is home to Johnston Health, the Ava Gardner Museum, part of the UNC System and a...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.7
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The staff at Brookdale Country Day Road was very kind and went out of their way to make sure that everybody stayed connected. Moving in and getting set up was simple and streamlined. Any help that we needed...
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.
Our community, set on 3 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet residential area of Goldsboro, N.C.,  offers premium assisted living services for seniors.We offer a holistic approach to care that provides a true sense of purpose as we meet emotional, mental, physical and...
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They are very nice and friendly. There housekeeping skills are lacking. Dusting and vacuuming rooms and helping residents putting things away such as laundry and personal items. Sometimes the laundry isn't...
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.
Life feels easy at our verdant community in Smithfield, North Carolina. Take a stroll along our lushly landscaped walking paths, or rock gently in one of the traditionally-styled chairs that line our front porch. We’ve designed our Brookdale Smithfield campus to be comfortable and yet have...
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Autumn House Care of Johnson County is a small, quiet, rural facility. Female only. Not a large staff but adequate for the number of residents. They communicate well with the family. We didn't need...
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.
Autumn Home Care of Johnston County is an assisted living community located in Selma, North Carolina. If you are looking for a comfortable and supportive environment to call home, then look no further than Autumn Home Care of Johnston County. Originally a railroad town, Selma has grown into an...
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Due to my mother's bad eyesight, she has to be in an assisted living which has been a difficult adjustment for her. She has a nice room and we are working to make it feel more like home for her. The staff...
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.
Here at Zebulon House, 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 includes a complete array of services and accommodations.
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The community is open to feedback and we are able to talk and make decisions together. They are great at communicating and they keep me updated. I would recommend this community to others
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.
Heritage Care of Rocky Mount is an assisted living community located in Rocky Mount, NC. The city of Rocky Mount is located in Nash and Edgecombe Counties in the coastal plain, and is home to about 57,500 people. About 45-minutes from Raleigh, Rocky Mount is a bustling city where residents can...
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Cost of assisted living in Wayne County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Wayne County is $4,135 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seven Springs, NC with an average of $3,450 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wayne County, NC vs. nearby counties

Wayne County, NC
$4,135/mo
$3,972/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wayne County, NC vs. the state and national average

Wayne County, NC
$4,135/mo
U.S. national average
$4,605/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wayne County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,135/mo
$4,889/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Wayne County, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,909/mo
Studio
$5,835/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,637/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,868/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Wayne County over time

Wayne County, NCNC stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wayne 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 Wayne County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wayne County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wayne County

The Fountains at The Albemarle in Tarboro, NC

4.6
I like living at The Fountains at The Albemarle. The residents and staff are very friendly and helpful. The apartment is very nice, a good size, plenty of storage area. They provide a wide range of activities.

Green Leaf Care Center in Lillington, NC

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Green Leaf Care Center. I think the staff is sufficient, attentive to the residents' needs, and really care about the wellbeing of the residents. Based on our experience, I would recommend this facility to others.

Spring Arbor of Raleigh

5.0
Spring Arbor is a fantastic place. I totally recommend it. Spring Arbor is a really nice place. It's small and it's a very close community. They take care of their residents. My wife's mother was there and my mother was there. That's how good it is.

Wayne County review score based on 203 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 203 reviews of 76 Wayne County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wayne 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

Wayne County review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Wayne County, NC76 facilities
8.4
Goldsboro, NC10 facilities
8.5
Walnut Creek, NC8 facilities

Review subcategories for Wayne 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 203 reviews of 76 Wayne County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wayne 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.
Wayne County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Wayne County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wayne County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wayne 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 Wayne 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 Wayne County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wayne County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.4%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.8%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.7%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.4%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.1%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.6%
54.4%
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 Wayne 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 Wayne County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wayne County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.8%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.9%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.5%
13.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wayne 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 Wayne County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wayne County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.9%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
13.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Wayne 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 Wayne County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wayne County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.5%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.2%
17.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wayne 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 Wayne County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wayne County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.2%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.4%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.1%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.1%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.2%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.6%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
36.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.2%
46.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Wayne 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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Wayne County protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

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