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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Buffalo, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Buffalo, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Buffalo, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hickory, Mooresville and Huntersville.
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Photo of Gardens of Statesville
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9.4
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22 reviews
9.4
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The cleanliness and atmosphere were definitely beyond expectations and our case worker that handled the stay was amazing! My Mother was well taken care of and felt safe! She was fed well and helped with 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.
June 2019 Annual State Survey by the Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation awarded THE GARDENS OF STATESVILLE with a DEFICIENCY FREE SURVEY!As quoted from NC DHSR ACLS website: The goal of inspections is to assess how well the adult care home complies...
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Photo of Summit Place of Mooresville
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22 Floor plans available
7.5
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26 reviews
7.5
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26 reviews
5 star
34%
4 star
19%
3 star
12%
2 star
12%
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23%
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My mother is a resident at Summit Place of Mooresville. She loves living there so far, the staff is friendly caring and meet all her needs.. she loves the other residents and enjoys all the activities that...
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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Photo of Brookdale Peachtree MC
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.3
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12 reviews
7.3
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12 reviews
5 star
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33%
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It's an older building but clean. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Our parents are loving the food. I would recommend it to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
You Need a SpecialistMany communities offer memory care services, but they’re not all created equal. That’s why we’re proud to be one of the area’s specialist in providing exceptional care to exceptional seniors that are living with dementia or any stage of Alzheimer’s.You’ll find us in...
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7.1
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34 reviews
7.1
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34 reviews
5 star
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My mother has been at Terra Bella Memory Care for 6 weeks. She is always clean and well groomed. The staff is friendly, attentive and kind. Resident rooms are open to all, which can be disconcerting....
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.
TerraBella Newton honors veterans with lifetime savings! Veteran seniors qualify for 5% off their monthly rental rate and for 25% off the community fee. Learn more today!
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Photo of Terrabella Lake Norman
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6.3
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61 reviews
6.3
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61 reviews
5 star
39%
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33%
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10%
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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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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
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.
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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 Buffalo, NC

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo is $6,859 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Catawba, NC with an average of $6,260 per month.

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

Buffalo, NC
$6,859/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,859/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,896/mo
Studio
$6,839/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,373/mo

Senior living costs in Buffalo 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: Buffalo, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuffalo, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$6,859/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,604/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,337/mo$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Buffalo, NC:$6,859/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Buffalo, NC:$5,604/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Buffalo, NC:$3,337/mo
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Buffalo, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Buffalo 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.

Buffalo, NCNC stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Buffalo, NC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Buffalo 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 average 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
Buffalo, NC$6,683/mo$6,317/mo+5.8%
North Carolina$6,892/mo$6,488/mo+6.2%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Buffalo, NC
2024 average cost:$6,683/mo
2023 average cost:$6,317/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,892/mo
2023 average cost:$6,488/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Buffalo

Recent reviews for memory care in Buffalo

Heritage Place Adult Living Center in Statesville, NC

4.3
Words cannot express my appreciation for all your love and hard work that made Aunt [Removed] last years and as comfortable as possible. You were her family! I hope when my day comes there will be kind people like you to help.

Cadence at Huntersville by Cogir

4.4
Everyone one there has been really nice when we visit. And they let us know about things they are doing through the app. Also nice that they have different activities every hour for them. Visited a few different places, but none of them were as clean and well maintained. The price is on the ...
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Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir

4.4
Overall we are happy with Cadence-Mooresville and the care our mother has received. Whenever we had concerns, mostly about mom's adjustment, the staff listened and helped us to help her. She has settled in now and is well cared for.

Buffalo review score based on 3,959 family reviews

8.3
Review score134 facilities3959 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 3959 reviews of 134 Buffalo memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buffalo 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

Buffalo review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Buffalo, NC134 facilities
8.5
Bethlehem, NC14 facilities
8.5
Hickory, NC14 facilities

Review subcategories for Buffalo 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 3,959 reviews of 134 Buffalo memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buffalo 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.
Buffalo, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.3
Staff
4.4
4.6
Meals & dining
4.1
4.2
Activities
4.2
4.3
Value for cost*
4.1
4.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Buffalo memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.2%
56.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.9%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.5%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.7%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.9%
63.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.9%
24.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.6%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.7%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.4%
65%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo 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 Buffalo Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.2%
65.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.3%
39.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.6%
61.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.3%
23.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo 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 Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.7%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.6%
38.7%
No sugar
No sugar
47.5%
35.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.7%
45.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.8%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo 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 Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.5%
27.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.3%
34.5%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.7%
19.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo 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 Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
56%
39.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.5%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.2%
24.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.6%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.1%
53.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.5%
34%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.9%
31.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.8%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
57.4%
41%
Dances
Dances
44%
27.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.5%
39.9%
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State regulations for memory care in Buffalo

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 Buffalo protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens of Statesville, Summit Place of Mooresville and Brookdale Peachtree MC are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buffalo, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Buffalo, North Carolina. See the full list.
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The 7 memory care facilities near you in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, North Carolina ranges from $3700 to $12690. The average Memory Care cost in Buffalo, North Carolina is $6,859. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Buffalo, North Carolina typically starts at $3700. 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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