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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Light Oak, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Light Oak, A Place for Mom can help. With 94 memory care facilities in Light Oak, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Brookdale has been a great fit for my mom. It has been especially challenging during the pandemic, but they have done a good job of helping my mom settle in and helping me to feel comfortable that she is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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Cost of memory care in Light Oak, NC

The average cost of senior living in Light Oak is $4,782 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ellenboro, NC with an average of $4,525 per month.

Memory care costs in Light Oak, NC, vs. nearby cities

Light Oak, NC
$4,782/mo
$4,775/mo

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

Light Oak, NC
$4,782/mo
U.S. national average
$5,372/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,782/mo

Memory care costs in Light Oak, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,547/mo
Studio
$5,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,502/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,748/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,000/mo

Senior living costs in Light Oak 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: Light Oak, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLight Oak, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,782/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Assisted Living$3,917/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Independent Living$3,233/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Memory Care
Light Oak, NC:$4,782/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Assisted Living
Light Oak, NC:$3,917/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Independent Living
Light Oak, NC:$3,233/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Memory care costs in Light Oak, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Light Oak 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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Memory care cost trends in Light Oak, NC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Light Oak 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
Light Oak, NC$6,514/mo$6,187/mo+5.3%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Light Oak, NC
2024 average cost:$6,514/mo
2023 average cost:$6,187/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,693/mo
2023 average cost:$6,328/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Light Oak

Recent reviews for memory care in Light Oak

Chandler Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Rock Hill, SC

4.3
Chandler Place takes the residents out once a week to eat at a restaurant of their choosing, they will take them on scenic drives. They may take them to a Dollar Tree. They also have entertainment groups come in a sing different types of music, as well as play the piano. They provide a variety ...
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Ashlan Village in Lyman, SC

4.8
The activities are great, before COVID they have bible studies, church groups come in to sing, and other live entertainment. We really liked how friendly the staff was, everything is on one level so its very convenient. The food could use some improvements, the quality could be a little better.

Cadence at Mint Hill by Cogir

4.8
With our loved one being on the memory care side our loved one is not in the mental state where he is going to be participating in a lot of activities - this community does not really have extra curricular activities that some of the larger places have. However on the independent living and ...
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Light Oak review score based on 558 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 558 reviews of 76 Light Oak memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Light Oak 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

Light Oak review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Light Oak, NC76 facilities
8.2
Shelby, NC93 facilities
8.2

Review subcategories for Light Oak 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 558 reviews of 76 Light Oak memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Light Oak 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.
Light Oak, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Light Oak memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Light Oak memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Light Oak, 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 Light Oak 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 Light Oak that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Light Oak, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.8%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.6%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.1%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.4%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.1%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Light Oak 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 Light Oak Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Light Oak, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.9%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
61.8%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.6%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.6%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Light Oak 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 Light Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Light Oak, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.6%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.5%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
53.9%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.8%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.1%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Light Oak 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 Light Oak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Light Oak, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.5%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.8%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
46.1%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Light Oak 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 Light Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Light Oak, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
68.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.3%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.8%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.5%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.1%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.4%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.5%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
68.4%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
51.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.8%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Light Oak

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Morningside of Gastonia and Legacy Heights Senior Living Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Light Oak, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 94 memory care facilities near Light Oak, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Light Oak, North Carolina are Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Legacy Heights Senior Living Community and Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 94 memory care facilities near you in Light Oak, 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 Light Oak, 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 Light Oak, 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 Light Oak, North Carolina ranges from $1040 to $8925. The average Memory Care cost in Light Oak, North Carolina is $4,782. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Light Oak, North Carolina typically starts at $1040. 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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