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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Erastus, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Erastus, A Place for Mom can help. With 34 memory care facilities in Erastus, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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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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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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My dad has been here only for a few months but he is thriving in this environment. The facilities, the staff, the food are just a few of the outstanding qualities. We are very happy with his new home!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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 loved on is in skilled nursing here and it is wonderful, this is the second time he has lived here. We moved him out the first time only because it was during covid and he was having to quarantine. 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.
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 Erastus, NC

The average cost of senior living in Erastus is $4,890 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hayesville, NC with an average of $4,169 per month.

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

Erastus, NC
$4,946/mo
$4,616/mo

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

Erastus, NC
$4,946/mo
U.S. national average
$5,363/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,946/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,803/mo
Studio
$6,071/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,565/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,809/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,463/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Erastus over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Erastus

Recent reviews for memory care in Erastus

Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
We moved my grandmother into the memory care at Heritage Hills and they were very helpful throughout the whole process. Everyone was so nice and I really appreciated the professionalism they exhibited.

Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Brookdale Sevierville

5.0
My mother is in the memory care wing at Brookdale Sevierville and I am so very thankful for the Staff. It truly is a family atmosphere there. From day one mom, who has lost the ability to communicate verbally, has been patiently looked after with kindness and compassion. The ladies have found ...
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Erastus review score based on 117 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 117 reviews of 30 Erastus memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Erastus 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

Erastus review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Erastus, NC30 facilities
8.7
Forest Hills, NC28 facilities
8.6
Highlands, NC39 facilities

Review subcategories for Erastus 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 117 reviews of 30 Erastus memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Erastus 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
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Erastus memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Erastus memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Erastus, 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 Erastus 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 Erastus 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
53.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.3%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.7%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Erastus 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 Erastus Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Erastus, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Erastus 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 Erastus 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
23.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.3%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Erastus 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 Erastus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Erastus 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 Erastus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 34 memory care facilities near Erastus, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Erastus, North Carolina is Belvedere Commons of Seneca. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 34 memory care facilities near you in Erastus, 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 Erastus, 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 Erastus, 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 Erastus, North Carolina ranges from $1600 to $11435. The average Memory Care cost in Erastus, North Carolina is $4,890. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Erastus, North Carolina typically starts at $1600. 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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