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4 Best Memory Care Facilities in Portsmouth, NC
If your loved one needs memory care in Portsmouth, A Place for Mom can help. With 4 memory care facilities in Portsmouth, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Portsmouth incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Portsmouth memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Portsmouth, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Sealevel, Lola and Goodwin Hills.
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20 reviews
Everything gets very high marks except for the food. They need more help in the kitchen it seems. Other than that we are happy. If we could give them a 20 + we would!!
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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15 reviews
Everyone was very friendly and helpful and really care about what they do. My mom from the first time we took her really liked it - we are always looking out for her best interest. I would recommend...
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.
Our community, in the scenic coastal town of Morehead City, N.C., just a short drive from North Carolina’s famed beaches and Cape Lookout National Seashore, provides provide both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care.As an assisted living resident, you have the time and opportunity to...
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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.
The Gardens of Pamlico offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when required, and freedom when desired. Residency...
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Cost of memory care in Portsmouth, NC
The average cost of senior living in Portsmouth is $6,167 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Swan Quarter, NC with an average of $3,880 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Portsmouth, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Portsmouth, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Portsmouth, NC by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Portsmouth over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Portsmouth
Recent reviews for memory care in Portsmouth
Brookdale Morehead City
5.0
Everyone at this community is super nice, they really do take care of everyone. The food is great, its very tasteful and presented very nicely. What really stood out to us when we first visited was the overall friendliness of the staff
Carteret Landing Assisted Living and Memory Care in Morehead City, NC
5.0
My Mothet has been in assisted living at Carteret Landing for 3 months now . She has adapted to her new environment and is really enjoying staff and residents and seems very happy . We are grateful for the staff for the excellent care of my mother . A five star facility !
Portsmouth memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portsmouth memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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
66.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
72.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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
66.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
71.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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
33.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
31.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carteret Landing Assisted Living and Memory Care, Brookdale Morehead City and Snug Harbor on Nelson Bay are the top-rated memory care facilities near Portsmouth, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 4 memory care facilities near Portsmouth, North Carolina. See the full list.
The 4 memory care facilities near you in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, North Carolina ranges from $2000 to $10195. The average Memory Care cost in Portsmouth, North Carolina is $6,167. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Portsmouth, North Carolina typically starts at $2000. 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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