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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Penelo, NC
If your loved one needs memory care in Penelo, A Place for Mom can help. With 31 memory care facilities in Penelo, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Penelo incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Penelo memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Penelo, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Rocky Mount, Wilson and Tarboro.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Rocky Mount, Wilson and Tarboro.
Penelo Memory Care Facilities | 283 Reviews
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Last Updated: 12/4/24
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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.
Pinewood Manor Assisted Living is an Ahoskie, Hertford County located memory care provider. Thanks to North Carolina's natural beauty and year round mild temperatures, the outdoor common area is a constant reminder of nature's best accomplishments. Also available to residents of this community:...
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Cost of memory care in Penelo, NC
The average cost of senior living in Penelo is $4,769 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bethel, NC with an average of $4,105 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Penelo, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Penelo, NC by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Penelo over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Penelo
Recent reviews for memory care in Penelo
Vintage Inn Retirement Community in Williamston, NC
4.1
I am happy with the care that is given here. The staff has a good relationship with my mom. The community is clean. They offer a nice menu. They do have activities to offer to those who can participate. We would recommend this community to other families.
Franklin Manor in Youngsville, NC
5.0
I think it is extremely expensive plus they add in a doctor coming in so that is extra even with [name removed] in hospice care. They have recently had a whole new staff come in from director down and it has been pretty good since then. Based on the experience we have had so far, I think I ...
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The Addison of Knightdale
4.0
My sister was at the facility for maybe a month. We realized that she needed total nursing care and had to move her. The team that took care of my sister for the short time that she was here were very loving and attentive to her needs.
Penelo review score based on 91 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 91 reviews of 26 Penelo memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Penelo 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
Penelo review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Penelo 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 91 reviews of 26 Penelo memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Penelo 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.Penelo, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Penelo memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penelo memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penelo, 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 Penelo 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 Penelo 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
61.5%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.4%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.1%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Penelo 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 Penelo Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.1%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.2%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penelo 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 Penelo 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
30.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Penelo 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 Penelo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penelo 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 Penelo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir, Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount and Spring Arbor of Greenville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Penelo, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 31 memory care facilities near Penelo, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Penelo, North Carolina is Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 31 memory care facilities near you in Penelo, 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 Penelo, 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 Penelo, 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 Penelo, North Carolina ranges from $1750 to $10925. The average Memory Care cost in Penelo, North Carolina is $4,769. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Penelo, North Carolina typically starts at $1750. 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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