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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Lucia, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Lucia, A Place for Mom can help. With 5 memory care facilities in Lucia, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Wildwood, Harbor House and Hwy 51 / Park Road.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Charlotte, Gastonia and Mooresville.

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9.3
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27 reviews
9.3
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At this point I think all 1 through 8 are rated 5 in my opinion. We are very pleased! The staff has been able to answer all of our questions clearly and quickly. The entire facility inside and out is very...
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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8.4
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I like that it's small. The residents and staff are all so caring and friendly towards one another. It's been a really good fit for my mom.
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.
Cadence Huntersville has been in the town of Huntersville for 5 successful years. Cadence houses both residents needing assisted living and a specialized secured setting for those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. A strength of our community is the ability to age in place and transition care...
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8.1
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My uncle [name removed] never truly had a chance to adjust too North Lake House and settle in. He has passed on since we put him in there. He was placed in North Lake House around the New Year and passed...
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.
Charlotte's Newest Memory Care Community!At Northlake House, we're dedicated to helping our residents achieve their "best life." By creating a safe, engaging, and therapeutic environment, we are committed to maximizing the dignity and self-confidence of every resident, allowing them to enjoy time...
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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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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 Lucia, NC

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

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

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

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

Memory Care
$6,859/mo

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

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

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

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Lucia 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 Lucia, NC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Lucia 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
Lucia, 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%
Lucia, 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 Lucia

Recent reviews for memory care in Lucia

Brookdale Concord Parkway

3.7
I would recommend Brookdale's memory care to others for their loved ones. I would also recommend you go and visit your loved one that is in the community to ensure your loved one's room and bathroom are being cleaned by the community. In addition to the prior recommendations, please keep any ...
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Sunrise of Providence in Charlotte, NC

5.0
Staff is kind and caring. My mom is happy and well cared for. I am kept up to date on her health and any issues by the director. The nurses are exceptional and make the residents feel special. I would recommend this facility.

Brighton Gardens of Charlotte

4.4
Most of the staff were helpful and friendly. I often talked with residents and, for most part, they were happy. I did hear about a few housekeeping issues and what was on menu available for residents to pick up and refer to, was not always what was available at meantime. I would still recommend ...
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Lucia 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 Lucia memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lucia 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

Lucia review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Lucia, NC134 facilities
8.3
Lincolnton, NC134 facilities
8.3
Charlotte, NC134 facilities

Review subcategories for Lucia 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 Lucia memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lucia 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.
Lucia, 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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Lucia memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lucia memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lucia, 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 Lucia 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 Lucia that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lucia, 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 Lucia 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 Lucia Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lucia, 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 Lucia 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 Lucia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lucia, 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 Lucia 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 Lucia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lucia, 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 Lucia 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 Lucia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lucia, 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 Lucia

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