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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Penelo, NC

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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.

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44 Floor plans available
6.9
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27 reviews
6.9
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27 reviews
5 star
26%
4 star
26%
3 star
22%
2 star
7%
1 star
19%
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My dad’s transition to memory care was the best decision that could have been made for him. He is adjusting well and he is content. He loves the food and the caregivers. He rarely asks to go home now. We...
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 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.

Memory care costs in Penelo, NC, vs. nearby cities

Penelo, NC
$4,769/mo
$4,760/mo
$4,343/mo

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

Penelo, NC
$4,769/mo
U.S. national average
$5,372/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,769/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,524/mo
Studio
$7,118/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,501/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,271/mo

Senior living costs in Penelo 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: Penelo, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typePenelo, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,769/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Assisted Living$4,153/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Independent Living$2,764/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Memory Care
Penelo, NC:$4,769/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Assisted Living
Penelo, NC:$4,153/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Independent Living
Penelo, NC:$2,764/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Memory care costs in Penelo, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Penelo 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
Penelo, NC$6,745/mo$6,133/mo+10.0%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Penelo, NC
2024 average cost:$6,745/mo
2023 average cost:$6,133/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Penelo

Recent reviews for memory care in Penelo

Spring Arbor of Wilson

5.0
The staff at Spring Arbor is fantastic! They are always friendly and take great care of the residents. My Mother has been there a few years and I never have to worry about her care. I would highly recommend Spring Arbor of Wilson!!

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.

Brookdale Dickinson Avenue in Greenville, NC

4.0
My loved one is a resident at Brookdale Dickinson Avenue. Things are going very well. I visit daily. Most of the staff know me. They are very friendly to me. They do an excellent job taking care of my loved one. The food appears to be good and a variety.

Penelo review score based on 87 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 87 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

8.4
Penelo, NC26 facilities
8.5
Tarboro, NC11 facilities
8.6
Leggett, NC24 facilities

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 87 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
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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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.
Penelo, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.5%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.4%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.1%
74%
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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.
Penelo, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.1%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.2%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
27.1%
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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.
Penelo, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
17%
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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.
Penelo, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
23.3%
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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.
Penelo, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Penelo

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Arbor of Kinston, Brookdale Dickinson Avenue and Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount 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 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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